Says Amelia Koethen, TONY’s advertising finance clerk: “With cozy tree-lined streets, two great parks, its own historic district and more, Greenpoint feels like nowhere else I’ve lived in the city—home.”
Her favorite restaurants:
Manhattan 3 Decker Diner, 695 Manhattan Ave at Norman Ave (718-389-6664) “There aren’t any bells and whistles here, just an intense breakfast menu and a retro vibe that makes it a great stop for those mornings when you need a little extra pep in your step.”
Restaurant Pyza, 118 Nassau Ave at Eckford St (718-349-8829) “This Polish cafeteria-style restaurant is food just like (I wish) Mom used to make. Their borscht will cure the common cold, and someday I’ll be brave enough to try the tongue.”
Bar Matchless, 557 Manhattan Ave at Driggs Ave (718-383-5333) “When they opened a full kitchen, I was excited about having fries to soak up their great drink specials. They went above and beyond standard bar food and have become my favorite place for mac and cheese.”
Her favorite shops:
B.E. Yarn, 784 Manhattan Ave between Calyer St and Messerole Ave (718-383-8907) “The crafting geek in me was so excited to find this yarn shop nestled in with the bakeries, jewelry shops and dollar stores populating Manhattan Avenue. The no-attitude service and advice was an added bonus.”
Big D, 777 Manhattan Ave between Calyer St and Messerole Ave (718-389-0181) “There are hipper places to write about in Greenpoint, but I would be doing you a disservice if I didn’t include this value-store behemoth. They compete handily with the other discount clothing, furniture and gift shops on the avenue, and the sensory overload is enough to keep me coming back for more.”
Jaslowiczanka Bakery, 163 Nassau Ave at Diamond St (718-389-0263) “This traditional Polish bakery is the real deal. It’s always bustling with customers looking to grab some fresh paczki. It’s also the perfect place to pick up some babka for your mama.”
