1. Achilles Heel
Greenpoint
Off the beaten path on the northern tip of Greenpoint lies one of the coziest gems in New York, part of the realm of Brooklyn restaurant pioneer Andrew Tarlow. The cozy goes for their pandemic-appropriate patio seats, too. Start with a glass of wine, then dig into wholesome dishes like chicken liver toast with braised radicchio; squid with cranberry beans and potatoes; and black rice with sweet potatoes, hazelnuts, and pickled peppers.
Dining status: Patio is open for reservations. Pickup and delivery are also available.