Interested in trying some new American spots in New York City? You're in luck: We've found the freshest businesses to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for American food.
Made in New York Jazz Cafe and Bar
155 Fifth Ave., Park Slope
Made in New York Jazz Cafe and Bar is a jazz club and eatery offering elevated pub grub and weekend brunch.
Opened by one of the founders of the Made in New York jazz competition, this 70-seat spot features live jazz performances from young and established musicians alike, as well as a full food and drink menu. Stop in for personal pizzas, charcuterie boards, buttermilk fried chicken, the Wagyu Jazz Burger (with cured pastrami, mushroom duxelles and smoked Gouda), pints of craft drafts, house cocktails and more. On the weekends, Made in New York offers bottomless brunch specials, with daytime cocktails and sweet and savory eats.
Although it currently has only two reviews on Yelp, Made in New York Jazz Cafe and Bar already holds a five-star rating.
Yelper U S., who reviewed the new spot on Oct. 12, wrote, "Amazing top-of-the-line, world-famous musicians and great menu (we had the steak and the salmon). Reasonable prices and great customer service."
Made in New York Jazz Cafe and Bar is open from 5–11 p.m. on Wednesday-Saturday and noon–11 p.m. on Sunday. (It's closed on Monday and Tuesday.)
Hometown Bar-B-Que
87 35th St., Sunset Park
Hometown Bar-B-Que is a counter-service barbecue spot in Sunset Park's Industry City, serving platters and sandwiches with smoked meats.
This is the second New York City location of Hometown Bar-B-Que, which first opened in Red Hook in 2013. The Industry City branch serves a slightly condensed menu compared to the flagship restaurant. Expect brisket, pulled pork and turkey by the pound; spare ribs; classic barbecue sandwiches; and sides like mac and cheese, pit beans, slaw and collard greens with smoked pork shoulder. Check out Hometown Bar-B-Que's one-of-a-kind creations, like the barbecue tacos or the lamb belly banh mi.
Hometown Bar-B-Que currently holds 3.5 stars out of six reviews on Yelp, indicating good reviews.
Yelper Jeanne T., who reviewed Hometown Bar-B-Que on Oct. 11, wrote, "Mouth watering and delicious! The best pastrami sandwich I've had."
Hometown Bar-B-Que is open from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. on Tuesday-Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)
Gowanus Gardens
256 Fourth Ave., Gowanus
Gowanus Gardens is a gastropub and cocktail bar serving up small plates and sandwiches, as well as classic and signature cocktails.
This casual spot, which features an old-school jukebox and a backyard patio, offers elevated takes on comfort food classics. Try shareables like the fried pickles, the musubi and the goat cheese-filled pepperoncini. Pulled pork and grilled cheese sandwiches are available, too.
The bar at Gowanus Gardens mixes up 16 cocktails. Check out the mezcal Old Fashioned, the Plantation Pineapple (rum and smokey ginger ale) or the Bourbon Highball (Maker's Mark and spiced orange ale). There are also a dozen beers on draft and a selection of wines.
With a five-star Yelp rating out of eight reviews on Yelp, Gowanus Gardens has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Wes S., who was one of the first users to visit Gowanus Gardens on Sept. 27, wrote, "Good group place, with great drinks and apps. My friends and I got a few rounds of beer (great selection), lots of fried pickles and pork buns."
Gowanus Gardens is open from 3 p.m.–2 a.m. on Monday-Thursday, 3 p.m.–4 a.m. on Friday, 1 p.m.–4 a.m. on Saturday and 1 p.m.–2 a.m. on Sunday.
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