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Memorial Day coming means summer Fridays at work. Over the last 3 years I've gone to different places around the area for a burger and I'm looking for more places to try! I can even venture a little further out as I have been doing. LMK whhat I'm missing.

(ok some of these spots are not open for lunch on a Friday but most are)

McDonald's

LaLou (rip)

Mekelburgs (rip)

sisters

choice market

Cafe paulette

Otway

Wendys (this was not in the area)

the fat rabbit

Brooklyn public House

Emily

no7

Belli Osteria

Sailor

stocked cafe

Underhill cafe

Aita

Cheryl's Global Soul

Brooklyn Burgers & Beer

Speedy Romeo

Alchemy Bar

Tom's Restaurant

Bobby Vans Burger (manhattan, now closed)

Smack Burger

Mike's Diner

Walter's

Putnam Pub

The Simpson

dino

pasta night

Evelina

Little Purity Diner

Bonnies Grill

Charm Bar

Burrito Bar

Moved from Florida a while back, and starting to get into running and cycling in the area. Back in Florida, we'd go on long rides and always end up at a coffee shop or something.

Just seeing what the runners/cyclists in the forum get into at the end of their runs? Coffee shops, breakfast sandwiches, breweries, etc.

Used to do track workouts at McCarren when I lived in Williamsburg. Is there a public track in or near FG? Is it a no-go to use a highschool ?
Thanks!

Hi all, my partner is hoping to find a therapist in the area (or maybe one with a remote practice) that is currently accepting patients and has reasonably affordable or sliding scale rates. His idea is to pursue long-term treatment if the first few sessions go well. I’ve had a great experience with psychoanalysis on zoom for a few years now, which has made him want to look for this specific type of therapy.

We would appreciate any recommendations — thank you in advance!

Can anyone recommend a trusted autobody shop or mechanic in the area?

I very recently moved into The Everly and found out that the building is only allowing residents to access the rooftop pool (they literally check on a piece of paper if you live there at the pool entrance).

This came as a huge disappointment to me as I really would’ve liked to bring guests. I’d get it if there was a guest limit like 1 person only, but this rule was never announced to anyone (or at least to me) until they sent out an email earlier this month when the pool was officially open - not during tours or when I signed my lease or when I asked questions about the rooftop/pool.

I feel like this was a bait and switch kinda move because one of the reasons why I really liked the building and moved here was so that I could bring my friend(s) and chill at the pool this summer. I’m not gonna swim by myself, that’s kinda boring. And for a $150 amenity fee every month, I feel like we should freely be able to use the amenities that we pay for.

Anyone else feel the same? Could we do anything to petition management about it?

Edit: if anyone else lives at The Everly and is frustrated with this policy too, please reach out to me! I’m planning on starting a petition and sending it to management

Edit #2: I spoke with the front desk staff and they agree too that this sudden rule is unfair to the residents

Weather is gorgeous and I’m just personally thinking that it’s so nice to read outside in the park.

I’m also recognizing that it’s not fully safe alone at this time, even though the park is open till 1am.

What it we create a community reading time, when there is group presence and safety.

Again, I totally understand it’s not for everyone, but some people’s brain juts more active at night. And it’s this short time of the year when the weather is perfect.

Any thoughts?

Has anyone noticed the uptick in chaos around Farmer and The Deli?

Most nights there are several incidents of cars double parking (leading to excessive honking) or people loitering outside of their vehicles with music at high volumes (windows and doors open, screaming conversations, excess bass).

The NYPD stands around until Walgreens closes but then disappears, and even then they seem more like witnesses than enforcement. 311 complaints go unresolved, or at least the problem persists.

Verbal altercations can be heard from buildings up and down the block to have people be quiet, turn down music, etc. I fear physical altercations are next.

I’m a fan of the Deli, but it is 100% their customers.

If the city won’t enforce the noise ordinance or some sort of enforcement, is there any alternative action that can be taken?

Also - this corner is a constant clog for the block with crosswalks blocked and cars double parked for the deli - peaking every day at lunch. Even the school crossing guard is impacted from doing their job. Where is any type of law enforcement doing more than just bearing witness.

I can’t be the only one concerned.

DSNY just dropped a proposed rule that’s going to affect your building directly. They are expanding the mandatory on-street trash container pilot into our area (Brooklyn CD2).

Here is the timeline:
👉 Buildings with 31+ units: Mandatory city bins by Oct 15, 2026.
👉 Buildings with 10–30 units: You have to either opt into the city bins OR buy your own approved rigid containers.
👉 The opt-in window is July 1 to July 31. If you miss it, you're automatically in the program.
👉 Fines start at $100 and go up to $300.

Building owners are going to be responsible for keeping them clean, clear of snow/ice, and keeping 1.5 feet of clearance around them.

If you want to weigh in, there is a public hearing on June 17 via Teams, or you can email comments to nycrules@dsny.nyc.gov.

I was reading through the full city procurement drop for today, and there’s also nearly $1M in summer youth job funding going to St. Nicks Alliance for Brooklyn. You can see all the exact rules, fines, and contract numbers here:
https://nycinfocus.com/2026/05/15/2117/

Do any of the farmers market stalls have ramps currently? Hoping tp avoid going to union square.

Hello!

I have been thinking about our brief encounter and I hope you enjoyed the book. Well “enjoy” may not be the right word, I assume you’ve finished it by now. I awkwardly left because I was running late to a picnic and I wasn’t sure what else to say!

I wasn’t flirting (you’re out of my league) but it was cool to express enthusiasm for a book to a stranger and have you not be weirded out! If you see this, that’s all I wanted to say and in general to everyone, don’t be afraid to talk to strangers reading a book that speaks to you! Even if the conversation stays suspended in that moment, in that day-it’s kinda nice.