Want to get to know the newest businesses to open in Crown Heights? From a tea room to a Venezuelan tapas bar, read on for the newest spots to debut in this area of New York City.
Namas Tea
863 Sterling Place
Namas Tea is a tea room offering an array of hot and cold beverages, as well as vegan snacks and sweets.
The new business carries more than two dozen organic loose leaf teas, which are available by the cup or by the pot. There are also lattes, iced tea and bubble tea, as well as plant-based snacks (steamed dumplings and bao, with veggies and seitan) and vegan treats like matcha cupcakes and mochi ice cream. In addition to its cozy storefront, Namas Tea has an outdoor garden patio, and the space is available for private events.
With a five-star Yelp rating out of six reviews on Yelp, the business has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Dian Z., who reviewed Namas Tea on Sept. 8, wrote, "This place is a gem."
Rachel P. noted, "They have a really nice little garden in the back. They have lots of tea to choose from, and it feels like a nice escape from the busy street."
Namas Tea is open from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. daily.
The Ryerson
698 Nostrand Ave.
The Ryerson is a cocktail bar and Southern spot serving up small and large plates of updated comfort food.
As we previously reported, the menu at The Ryerson was designed by Jean-Georges alum Sean Underwood and highlights seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Check out appetizers like the deviled eggs with blue crab, the barbecue cauliflower and the mac and cheese with pecan pesto. Entrees include étouffée with homemade andouille, pork spareribs with red cabbage slaw and the house fried chicken. The restaurant features a full bar, and on the weekends, it serves brunch specials like biscuits and gravy and chicken and waffles.
The Ryerson's current rating of five stars out of 27 reviews on Yelp indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Aisha M., who reviewed the spot on Sept. 1, wrote, "I love it here! This restaurant Is run by some of the nicest and friendliest people, who make really delicious food and cocktails."
Myra C. noted, "Great vibes. Good food!"
The Ryerson is open for dinner service from 5-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and from 5-11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Brunch is available from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on weekends, and the bar is open daily from 3 p.m. until late.
La Ñapa
656 Nostrand Ave.
La Ñapa is a tapas bar specializing in Venezuelan small plates.
The cozy, 36-seat restaurant is run by chef-owner Francisco Anton, with help from his brother and his mother. For the menu at La Ñapa, Anton was inspired by the food of his childhood spent on Isla Margarita, off the coast of Venezuela. Offerings include tapas and shareables like lechon wontons, yuca balls with guava cheese, ceviche and shredded hangar steak. A variety of tacos and arepas are also available, and for dessert, the chef serves carrot cake with Nutella — his mother's recipe.
La Ñapa currently holds 4.5 stars out of 27 reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Rae S. noted, "The food is fantastic!!"
La Ñapa is open from noon–10 p.m. on weekdays, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m.–6 p.m. on Sunday.
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