Restaurant Week Roundup, Flower Workshops, Chef Dinners, and Pop-ups
We're sharing neighborhood openings, events, happenings and more.
Each week we share the latest things going on around the neighborhood including the most important news and events to keep you connected to where you live!
Here’s what’s happening this week:
✨ New Openings ✨
Poppy’s Outpost is now open! Poppy’s has a new spot, their Outpost Soft Opening is this week. Currently, they’re offering a full barista menu and pastries from their to-go window. Check it out at 191 Columbia.
Osteria Radisa now offering brunch: The recently opened Osteria Radisa on Smith Street is now open for weekend brunch! Check out the menu here.
Chick-fil-a New Location: Downtown Brooklyn just got a new Chick-fil-a (opening day July 24) at 31 Smith St.
New York City’s fourth citywide tree census, which is held every decade, is currently underway. NYC Parks is looking for Brooklyn volunteers to survey trees in local parks [BK Reader].
Our Top Picks
Events with an asterisk* tend to sell out- reserve tickets early!
Today, July 24:
Movies With A View: Waitress @ Brooklyn Bridge Park, (6:00pm-10:30pm): Bring a blanket, grab some snacks, and celebrate Women in Hollywood with one of the films that started it all. Featuring pre-show vibes by DJ MissHap, concessions by OddFellows, drinks by Fornino and the sunset skyline backdrop we all love. The lawn opens at 6:00 PM on a first come, first serve basis, and the movie begins at sunset. FREE.
Midsummer Nights @ Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, (6:30pm): For the fifth year running, the Midsummer Nights series is bringing four evenings of free music to BKCM’s front stoop! Curated by acclaimed jazz singer-songwriter, NPR Tiny Desk artist and former BKCM Jazz Leadership Fellow Melanie Charles, this year’s Midsummer Nights lineup is a who’s-who of diverse rising artists who are revitalizing jazz – and knocking down genre boundaries. This week is Creole (Kreyòl) Dance Night featuring Linda EPO, whose musical journey is a testament to the rich tapestry of her Haitian and Mexican heritage reflected in the vibrant fusion of genres that define her sound. FREE (RSVP recommended).
Friday, July 25:
Sounds at Sunset: Brooklyn Americana @ Brooklyn Bridge Park, (6:00pm-9:00pm): Ease into the weekend with a free Friday night concert series featuring local and international talent set against the backdrop of a glowing sunset. This week’s performances include Lauren Housley & The Northern Cowboys, Jan Bell & The Maybelles, and Rams Montero & Tiger Orchid. RSVP recommended.
Gay Clay Night @ Blue Room Pottery Studio, (7:00pm): Let's get down and dirty with the gays! Celebrate pride all year round with your partners, friends, and other queer folks while learning the basics of wheel throwing. Events are 2 hours and include snacks (cheese/charcuterie) and drinks (wine and NA beverages). Each attendee will be able to select up to 2 items to have completed for them by the studio. $125 (email for sliding scale options).
Saturday, July 26:
Floral Design Class with Seeking Floral Arrangements @ June Wine Bar (11:30am-1:30pm)*: Join Grace from Seeking Floral Arrangements in the June Wine Bar courtyard and arrange some flowers with mimosas, coffee, and fresh pastries. Get your tickets ($145) here.
Riesling & Sausages @ Smith & Vine featuring The Meat Hook (3:00pm-5:00pm): Stop by the free backyard event at Smith and Vine where they’re featuring grilled sausages from The Meat Hook to pair with their favorite Rieslings.
Monday, July 28:
CHEF SOMM SERIES @ Gus’s*: Welcoming Cali Faulkner of Third Falcon for a special CHEF SOMM dinner, Gus’s is offering five courses by Chefs Cali + Chris McDade, each paired with a hand-selected wine, including a welcome pour. Tickets are $125 (all in), and spots are limited for this intimate night of food, wine, and chef-driven storytelling. Reserve here.
Multi-Day Events:
FAD Market Pop-up @ St. Paul (190 Court St) (July 26-27 11:00am-6:00pm): FAD Market is at St. Paul this weekend (July 26–27) with 70+ makers, vintage finds, small-batch treats, custom aura portraits, and plenty of summertime charm—perfect for a post-brunch stroll. Swing by from 11–6 and support some of Brooklyn’s most creative small businesses. Get all the details here.
Restaurant Week Round-Up:
Dates: July 22-August 31
It’s time for Summer Restaurant Week! We’ve put together a list of local restaurants participating so you can check them out!
French Louie: Two-course lunch Tues-Fri ($30), three-course dinner Sun-Fri ($45)
Levant on Smith: Three-course prix-fixe Daily from 4:00pm ($60)
Verde on Smith: Three-course prix-fixe Daily from 4:00pm ($60)
Barbalu Bklyn: Two-course lunch Mon-Fri ($30), three-course dinner Sun-Thurs ($60)
Lele’s Roman: Two-course weekday lunch/Sunday Brunch ($30), three-course dinner ($45)
Gage and Tollner: Three-course dinner Mon-Fri ($60)
More to check out: Evalyn’s Tap House, Shan, Felice Montague, Henry’s End, Aromi, Indian Table, Bar56, Gair, Red Hook Lobster Pound
Book these popular events in advance:
NY Liberty Yoga Night @ Barclay’s Center with Tangerine Yoga: Looking for a unique night out? Tangerine Yoga is hosting a special evening at Barclays Center with a flow class on center court followed by the NY Liberty game! Tickets include class access, game seating in the Tangerine section, and a free drop-in at their studio. Spots are held for their community through August 11, purchase tickets (starting at $28.99) here.
First Saturday: En Fuego @ Brooklyn Museum (Saturday Aug 2nd, 5:00pm-9:30pm)*: Ignite your night with music, film, poetry, and comedy at August’s First Saturday. Celebrate the brilliance of artists from the Caribbean diaspora in the lead-up to Brooklyn’s West Indian Day Parade. Includes museum general admission. FREE.
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Local Business Buzz ✨
The Wine Cellar by Popina is coming soon: This fall, Popina’s wine director James O’Brien will open The Wine Cellar by Popina just a few doors down from the restaurant. You’ll find thoughtful, expressive wines, both natural and conventional, from growers James has built relationships with over the years. Get all the details in
Substack article here.
Brooklyn Real Estate 🏠
Co-op sales jumped 12.5% and median prices soared 42% in Brooklyn this past quarter, while condos saw rare declines. Dive into Casey Soloff’s full Brooklyn By The Quarter report to discover why - and how the FARE Act is reshaping the rental market. [Read more on Casey Soloff’s Substack]
A 125-year-old parking garage at 38 State Street in Brooklyn Heights is set to be transformed into a five-unit luxury condominium. The Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved the project, which will preserve the building's Art Deco façade while introducing modern residential amenities. [New York Business Journal]
Sales have launched at The Abbey, a 19th-century Gothic Revival church in Fort Greene now converted into 12 luxury condos. Units range from $1.195M for one-bedroom homes to $4M for a three-bedroom, featuring original stonework, vaulted ceilings, and stained glass windows. [The New York Times]
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