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The Ultimate Vegan Guide to Brooklyn
"My guide from the tour I took in Brooklyn told me about them once I said I was vegan. The menu is really small but everything looks so good!. ESSENTIAL INFO Address // 430 E 9th Street, New York, NY 10009 Hours // Mon-Sat (1130am-10pm) – Sun (1130am-9pm) Website//www.superiorityburger.com"
"Superiority Burger has been known for its meat burgers since it opened in 2015. But did you know that it is one of the best options in town for vegan burgers?. The team recently announced about opening a second location, that too, across the street."
"Brooks Headley left his prestigious pastry chef gig at Michelin-starred Del Posto to open this diminutive veggie burger spot in the East Village. And we're glad he did. Because boy (or girl) is it amazing."
"HanGawi is “a vegetarian shrine in another space and time.” All guests are asked to remove their shoes, and the tabletops are at floor level, meaning guests climb into cozy cocoons to eat their delicious (though a bit pricey) meals. HanGawi is a sister restaurant with Franchia Vegan Cafe, located just a few blocks away. 12 East 32nd Street, Manhattan"
"This upscale Korean restaurant offers a unique dining experience: as you enter, you leave your shoes at the door and take a seat on pillows with curtains separating your table from the next. It has a very calming and laid back vibe and is such a beautiful space. Then comes the incredibly flavorful food."
"Hangawi is a restaurant serving vegan food with the flavors of Korea. Although Korean dishes are known for sizzling meats and stuff, they also have a wide range of great vegan food!. Hangawi in NY has a lot of great food to offer!"
"Cutting edge vegetables with added flavor and no politics in this sleek and stylish restaurant showcasing colorful, pop-tastic dishes from award-winning chef, Amanda Cohen. Dirt Candy was the first vegetable-focused restaurant in the city and the leader of the vegetable-forward movement. It became the first vegetarian restaurant in 17 years to receive two stars from the New York Times, was recognized by the Michelin Guide five years in a row, and was the first restaurant in the city to eliminate tipping and share profits with its employees."
"This place is absolutely one of the best vegan restaurants in New York City for its curated meals, attention to detail, and overall welcoming atmosphere. Dirt Candy has your fancy night out covered!. Guests rave about their special, five-course dinner menus."
"Collections Central features a rotating selection from the museum’s collection of 29,000 historic cultural objects and scientific specimens – from lunch boxes to minerals, masks and trolleys!. Kids are encouraged become curator, artist and conservator as they create their own designs inspired by the collection."
"Have a glass of Italian wine as you indulge in a meal of Pane Carasau (Sardinian flatbread), salmon tartare, meat and cheese platters, and many other foods. This cozy bar is a great place for a date or for a post-shopping dinner. Housed in the heart of Williamsburg, it's a great spot to have a bite before a show at Rough Trade or after a day exploring this trendy neighborhood."
"This charming and intimate Brooklyn location is one of the borough's best spots for a quiet and romantic dinner. The wine is the big draw at D.O.C., with a plentiful selection of r..."
"Housed in an old still-operating speakeasy frequently visited by famous mobsters like John Gotti and Al Capone in the past, the Museum of the American Gangster digs into the American mob’s roots, offering visitors a wide collection of memorabilia. Visitors to the museum will get a guided tour (included in the ticket,) which leads you past highlights like bullets from the Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre, John Dillinger’s death masks, vintage automatic shotguns, and storied of famous mobsters. Admission is $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors."
"One of the more unique things to do in Brooklyn is visit The City Reliquary, a community-run, not for profit museum in Williamsburg focusing on the history of the 5 boroughs as well as a sort of shrine to all things New York City. The museum’s origins are even interesting starting in the first floor of an apartment in Williamsburg where the owner painted a map and directions to any nearby landmarks on the side of the building. Some of the oddities you’ll encounter here include everything from New York City rat bones, old postcards, fragments of historic landmarks in the city, and other random finds by the community all tied to New York City."
"If the history of New York City excites you, the City Reliquary Museum is a true hidden gem in Williamsburg. This is a community-run museum that highlights all things NYC!. It is also one of the best museums in Brooklyn to learn more about the history of the boroughs."
"Found in Williamsburg, this museum documents the history of New York City’s five boroughs with its exhibitions of cultural ephemera and relics. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for students, educators, seniors, and free for employees and children under 12."
"If you’re looking to learn more about the history of this borough then you will want to visit the Brooklyn Historical Society. There are two locations, the main location in Brooklyn Heights and a 15 minute walk away there’s an additional location in DUMBO. If you’re a history buff, then this is the perfect thing to do in Brooklyn for you."
"Founded in 1863 and recently renovated, this British architectural style exhibition enchants visitors every day. The well-stocked library, interesting photographs, very old landscape maps, old newspapers, and excerpts from family stories give you a very good overview of past events in Brooklyn."
"Going to the Brooklyn Museum is one of the most cool things to do in Brooklyn. It’s home to a delightfully eclectic collection and many fine traveling exhibitions. If there was ever a museum that spoke so well to what it means to be a human from different angles and cultures, it’s this one."
"Taking place outside the Brooklyn Museum, the Brooklyn Pop-up market features a variety of homemade one-of-a-kind items. Now you can enjoy a fun trip to the museum paired with a craft fair. Location: 200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11238"
"This Greek Revival building was built to replace the old City Hall (built in 1700, demolished in 1812) on the same site that served as the nation’s first capitol building. It was here where George Washington was inaugurated as the first President of the United States. The Greek temple front symbolizes the young nation’s democratic ideals."
"George Washington took the oath of office as our first president here on Wall Street. It was where the first Congress, Supreme Court, and Executive Branch offices were. The current building later because part of the US Sub-Treasury, and is now home to a museum and memorial to Washington and the start of the USA."
"The 9/11 Memorial Museum is located at the 9/11 National Memorial and is probably one of the most emotional museums in New York. It is mostly located underground and displays debris from the former Twin Towers in addition to many of the personal belongings of those buried. Among them are fire trucks deformed by heat, a part of the antenna of the North Tower, a scorched elevator motor, the saving stone staircase (Survivor’s Staircase) as well as remains of sidewalks, street signs, bicycles and baby carriages that were in front of the World Trade Center."
"After you’ve seen the Statue of Liberty, head a bit north to see the 9/11 Memorial, a must for anyone’s New York itinerary. It will make you feel quite somber to be in the presence of such tragedy, but it’s absolutely worth the visit and helps you understand what New Yorkers have been through and why they are so resilient."
"The centerpieces of the Memorial are the Reflecting Pools, two massive cascading fountains set in the exact location that the twin towers stood. Inscribed around the bronze edges of the pools are the names of those who died on 9/11."
"Slam poetry has become a sensation over the past few years or so. Nuyorican is a small gem amongst locals and poet lovers alike, where people come to pour their hearts out through poetry readings, and slam. Founded in 1973 by writer and poet Miguel Algarin, Nuyorican has risen to fame through numerous awards, including Best Spoken Word Venue by the New York Press."
"One of the best things to do in Brooklyn for arts and culture lovers is checking out a show at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, or BAM. This performing arts venue is famous for its’ cutting edge and avant-garde performances. The original structure was built in 1861 for the Philharmonic Society of Brooklyn in Brooklyn Heights but burnt to the ground in 1903."
"The Brooklyn Academy of Music, or “BAM,” is one of the most remarkable artistic establishments in all of New York. Many creative geniuses and influential figures have appeared here. Since its opening in 1861, BAM has set a great tone for this borough as an area of serious cultural value."
"Another option is heading to the venues The Bell House or Littlefield in the Gowanus section of Brooklyn. Both of these venues have music, comedy, DJs, and other performances, as well as dancing and drinks. The Gowanus area is easily walkable from Park Slope and is home to hip bars and restaurants. Stop in at the Lavender Lake for a beer on the patio or if you're looking for a more wholesome night, order an ice cream cone (chocolate lovers must order "It Came From the Gowanus") at Ample Hills Creamery's rooftop terrace."
"Gowanus The Bell House has been bringing music fans and party-goers to the boonies of the Gowanus Canal since before it was cool. The large format dance hall is divided in two -- one space appointed with bistro tables and plush chairs, the other equipped with a dance floor and a stage. When you aren’t in the mood to dance, check out comedy shows, storytelling sessions, podcast tapings, and taxidermy competitions."
"The Bell House is an awesome bar/venue in a former warehouse in Gowanus where up and coming talent and big names perform. Be sure to check their calendar to see any special seasonal events or what their latest music, special events, or comedy line ups are. This location also has been used to film Netflix comedy specials!"