This Japanese Cafe in East Williamsburg Has The Best Kept Secret

Brooklyn Ball Factory is a modern-rustic Japanese cafe with an A+ secret: a stunning rooftop space, hand-crafted by the owner, so you can sit and enjoy homemade onigiri alongside a graffiti mural and potted plants. Everything is fresh and flavorful—the perfect reflection of their chill outdoor space. Plus, this is one of the only spots in the city offering not just vegetarian, but vegan Japanese curry!

Korean-inspired dinner spot Gentle Perch has a rad cocktail menu. After dinner, take a seat at the bar and order one of their seasonal signature cocktails or a quite-good virgin Korean soda, making it a great bar for drinkers and non-drinkers alike.