Manhattan? Fuhgeddaboudit. These days, the most interesting part of New York is across the East River.
Fada 530 Driggs Ave., Williamsburg, 718/388-6607, brunch $11
Bar Tabac 128 Smith St., Cobble Hill, 718/923-0918, omelet $9
Union Picnic 577 Union Ave., Williamsburg, 718/387-3800, Elvis $8
Rice 166 Dekalb Ave., Fort Greene, 718/858-2700, rice ball $5
Diner 85 Broadway, Williamsburg, 718/486-3077, burger $10
Marlow & Sons 81 Broadway, Williamsburg, 718/384-1441, entrées from $14
Press 195 195 Fifth Ave., Park Slope, 718/857-1950
Franny's 295 Flatbush Ave., Prospect Heights, 718/230-0221
Applewood 501 11th St., Park Slope, 718/768-2044, entrées from $19
Aurora 70 Grand St., Williamsburg, 718/388-5100, affogato $7
Little D Eatery 434 Seventh Ave., Park Slope, 718/369-3144, small plates from $7
Patois 255 Smith St., Carroll Gardens, 718/855-1535, entrées from $13
Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.