Looking to find out about the newest businesses to open in Downtown Brooklyn? From a speakeasy cocktail bar to a make-your-own Mediterranean spot, read on for a list of the newest hotspots to open for business in this part of New York City.
Understudy
445 Albee Square West
Understudy is a speakeasy-style bar that offers signature cocktails, light snacks and more. Try the Leading Lady Cosmo with vodka, guava, lime and thyme essence, or The Ensemble with rum, tequila, vodka and grenadine.
Yelp users are generally positive about Understudy, which currently holds four stars out of eight reviews on the site.
Yelper Robert S., who reviewed Understudy on April 5, wrote, "The whole atmosphere is just amazing! Love the music, atmosphere and the amazing drinks! Do yourself a favor and get here!"
Yelper Jackieson L. wrote, "Pretty chill bar to visit on a Sunday evening. It wasn't busy, and I could actually have a decent conversation without yelling. The bartender was attentive and made decent margaritas, mojitos and Mexican mules, which we ordered."
Understudy is open from 3 p.m.–midnight on Monday-Wednesday and 11 a.m.–midnight on Thursday-Sunday.
Charm Kao
193 Schermerhorn St.
Next up is Charm Kao, a Thai spot.
The restaurant's menu includes chicken satay with a peanut sauce, red curry with bell pepper, Thai eggplant and Pad Kee Mow, a sauteed noodle dish with egg. (View the full menu here.)
Charm Kao currently holds four stars out of 22 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Yasmin A., who reviewed Charm Kao on March 3, wrote, "Their menu includes foods from different regions, which I liked. I ordered the Thai iced tea (which was bomb) and the massaman curry. The meat could have been a bit more tender, and it tasted a little too gamey to me. The broth was excellent. Paired with the rice, this was a nice dish. I'm interested in coming back to try the variety of dishes this restaurant offers."
Yelper Matt O. wrote, "This place is very small! But the food was really good and totally worth the wait! I got the drunken noodles. The dish was excellent. The balance of noodles, beef and vegetables was delicious. The meat was cooked perfectly, and the noodles were tasty and well sautéed."
Charm Kao is open from 11:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m. daily.
Cava
345 Adams St.
Last but not least, check out CAVA, which is a Mediterranean spot.
The restaurant offers build-your-own salads, grain bowls and pitas. Choose your protein, spread, toppings and dressings; and add a house-made juice or tea to your meal. (View the menu here.)
Yelp users are generally positive about CAVA, which currently holds four stars out of 20 reviews on the site.
Yelper Kenny C., who reviewed CAVA on March 25, wrote, "Got a greens bowl with spicy lamb meatballs, a ton of veggies and the harissa sauce and the red pepper hummus. Real fresh, delicious. Maybe a bit on the pricier side for lunch, but definitely a good dinner option as they load the bowl up and veggie toppings are all included!"
CAVA is open from 10:45 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
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