Brooklyn Restaurant Guide 2015: Surprising Insight Into 500+ Eateries Nestled between the cobblestone streets and the hum of subway cars, Brooklyn's culinary scene is a tapestry of innovation and tradition-woven with stories, flavors, and the occasional bite of unexpected brilliance. This year's guide to the borough's 500+ eateries isn't just a list of the best-rated restaurants, bars, and cafés; it's a deeper dive into the places that have quietly shaped the city's gastronomic identity. From the artisanal markets of DUMBO to the tucked-away gems in Bed-Stuy, the journey reveals how Brooklyn's food culture thrives on diversity, often defying the trend of popularity to favor authenticity. The Food Lovers' Guide to® Brooklyn (part of the Food Lovers' Series) leans into the heartfelt, offering curated recommendations that blend local history with modern flair. In contrast, the 2015 and 2014 editions of the Brooklyn Restaurant Guide deliver a more data-driven approach, spotlighting restaurants that consistently earned high marks from critics and diners alike. Yet both guides converge on a common truth: Brooklyn's top spots are as much about character as they are about cuisine. Take, for instance, Junior's, the iconic eatery immortalized in a cherished book of recipes and memories. While it may not make the top 500 lists of the guides, its enduring charm and nostalgia-laced dishes remind us that some places define a neighborhood's soul. The 2015 guide, however, might unveil newer establishments that, though untested by time, are already leaving their mark. Whether you're drawn to the classics or eager to uncover hidden pockets of culinary creativity, Brooklyn's 2015 restaurant scene is a mosaic of experiences waiting to be savored.