Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Edgy, grungy and about to get gentrified, Williamsburg is the new Chelsea. Gritty independence and fringe-dwelling attitude abound.
Sound Fix Records & Lounge
This indie store is the go-to venue for the latest on the local music scene. It has the best new indie releases and a treasure trove of second-hand music ... more
Spoonbill & Sugartown Books
Nirvana for book-aholics with an interest in art, design or literature. There is a great selection of treasured second-hand books here, and a great atmosphere to boot ... more
Ella Café
This slick little cafe stands out on the still grungy street-scape locals love. But even those devoted to the status quo aren't complaining about its organic delights ... more
Verb Café
Devotees come for the coffee, the H&H bagels and the chance to watch the 'Billyburg' world go by. Conversations are intense but the overall mood is very laid back ... more
Wild Ginger
There's nothing hokey or tie-dyed about this place. It feels just like your neighbourhood Asian, with the familiar Thai, Chinese and Japanese dishes given a vegan twist ... more