Guevara’s is an excellent vegan cafe and market in Clinton Hill.

Roberta’s is a pizza place in Bushwick that kickstarted a Neapolitan pie movement in NYC and then started selling frozen pizzas nationwide.

Xilonen is a Mexican restaurant on a corner in Greenpoint with a fully vegetarian menu and a great brunch.

Santo Bruklin is a casual Brazilian spot in Carroll Gardens with a nice backyard and some of the best pão de queijo in NYC.

Edith’s is a long-standing gourmet bagel pop-up at Paulie Gee’s in Greenpoint.

Shelsky’s in Cobble Hill is a classic Jewish appetizing and deli spot, with some of the chewiest and best bagels in Brooklyn.

Berimbau is a casual West Village spot that serves the best Brazilian food in NYC.

Tong is a Thai spot in Bushwick that serves a bunch of great snacky plates.

Kimika is a big restaurant in the bottom of a Nolita hotel that serves great Japanese-Italian inspired dishes.

Papa’s Kitchen in Jackson Heights is a classic Filipino spot that serves excellent ube pancakes during weekend brunch.

The Awkward Scone moved to Bed-Stuy and got a new name. Ursula makes the best breakfast burritos in Brooklyn. Get a side of chile.

Endswell is a French-American bistro in Fort Greene that serves great cocktails.

Barking Dog is a casual American spot on the Upper East Side where you can sit outside during brunch with your dog.

Bayou is a New Orleans-inspired brunch and dinner spot on Staten Island with an outdoor area that looks like it’s always celebrating Mardi Gras.

The Phunky Elephant on Staten Island is a tavern with American food, bingo brunch, and a big outdoor area where you can hang out with a friend.

Summit Diner is a classic rail car-style diner where you’ll find one of the best Taylor Ham and eggs in New Jersey, or anywhere.