Bed-Stuy and Crown Heights Spots for Casual Meals

4.6 (187)

Tue – Sun, 14:00 – 23:00

55 Ralph Avenue

On Ralph Avenue in Bed-Stuy, this compact Haitian bistro serves tender oxtail, griot, black rice, and mac and cheese alongside bar cocktails.

5.0 (24)

Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 00:00 (+1)

627 Throop Ave

On Throop Avenue steps from the train station in Brooklyn, this neighborhood grill and juice bar serves fresh-fruit smoothies, loaded acai bowls, and lattes.

4.9 (39)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 23:00

417 Nostrand Ave

On Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn, this restaurant pairs Mexican mainstays like enchiladas verde, al pastor, and guacamole with creative fusions like birria pizza and horchata cocktails.

4.3 (76)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 10:00 – 23:00; Sat, 20:00 – 02:00 (+1)

268 Kingston Ave

On Kingston Avenue in Crown Heights, this Vaad Kashrus Mehadrin certified wine bar and pizzeria serves kosher wine, house salads, and mozzarella pizzas.