Italian cafe offers rustic decor and bright, modern space with ample outdoor seating. Atmosphere blends lively italo disco music with a mix of people working, reading, and socializing. Space often fills up quickly, creating a bustling yet inviting vibe.
Chocolate appears in several treats like the marble pound cake with swirls of chocolate and vanilla, and the chocolate chip cookies that stand out for their flavor. Other notable items include the cinnamon roll, olive oil cake, and amaretti.
Carrot cake with mascarpone frosting stands out for its rich flavor. Marble pound cake offers chocolate and vanilla swirls with a tender crumb. Banana bread and chocolate zucchini loaf are also very tasty options.
"I love their coffee and banana bread cakes but miss the carrot cake."
"I found the ricotta almond cake slice delicious."
"The chocolate chip cookies are fantastic and worth trying."
Good to know
Expect a big cyclist crowd on Friday mornings from 8-9am.
Laptops are limited to bar seating and common tables from 11:30 AM to 2 PM.
Get there early to avoid long waits for tables.
Colorful space combines indoor playground, pinball machines, and board game tabletops for a lively, family-friendly atmosphere. Music plays loudly, creating an energetic vibe that suits gatherings across generations. Ample seating indoors and outdoors supports both casual hangouts and kids' parties.
Death by chocolate parfait stands out with rich layers. The Chocolate Sun milkshake offers a unique twist, and the It Came From Gowanus blends chocolate with orange zest for a fresh flavor.
Ooey Gooey Butter Cake stands out with chunks of housemade cake and ribbons of milk caramel. Ice cream cakes and flavors like butter pecan and pound cake also feature prominently.
"The chocolate ice cream here is so rich and creamy."
"I love trying their rich and unique chocolate treats."
"I can't get enough of the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake ice cream."
Good to know
Customers can try a small sample of the flavors before choosing.
Customers may have to wait in line for 10 minutes even with only 2 people in front of them.
Doughnuts are only available on the weekends.
Restaurant blends fast casual and fine dining vibes with a bright, clinical atmosphere and heated outdoor seating. Space feels small and thoughtfully designed, seating guests indoors and outdoors. Pasta stands out as authentic and perfectly al dente, paired with carefully curated cocktails.
Chocolate cake features dark cherries and delivers an insanely delicious taste. The combination creates a rich, flavorful dessert.
Chocolate cake stands out with dark cherries and rich flavor. Bosco Nero offers a twist on Black Forest Cake. Almond plum cake and pudding with cinnamon sugar syrup add variety.
"I love how the fresh pasta and sauces taste amazing."
"The chocolate cake here is insanely delicious."
"The chocolate cake was insanely delicious."
Good to know
You need to order at the counter before being seated.
Pasta Night is a highlight at this restaurant.
Expect to spend around $130 for two mains, one app, and two drinks.
Restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere with cramped tables and dark lighting that creates an intimate vibe. Creative cocktails and a menu featuring familiar dishes with unique twists attract a lively, convivial crowd. Outdoor patio seating includes heaters, making it comfortable for groups despite tight spaces.
Chocolate cake stands out as a highlight, rich and memorable. The chocolate babka french toast and chocolate egg cream add unique, delicious twists to the chocolate offerings.
Seven-layer cake stands out as a must-try dessert with rich, satisfying flavors. The chocolate layer cake ranks among the top experiences, offering a memorable finish to a meal.
"That seven-layer cake is insane and a total highlight."
"The seven-layer chocolate cake is unforgettable."
"The chocolate layer cake is one of the top experiences I've ever had."
Good to know
Reservations are recommended on weekends due to high demand.
Happy hour features $10 martinis and $3 oysters from 4-6pm on weekdays.
Gluten-free options are available, including bagels and burger buns.
Small Italian restaurant offers a beautiful backyard patio with heated outdoor seating that creates an intimate, comfy atmosphere. The space combines semi-outdoor and indoor areas, making it lively yet relaxed, with occasional live music enhancing the vibe.
White chocolate cornbread stands out as a unique dessert. The chocolate almond olive oil cake offers a rich, moist texture. Other options include chocolate cake, semifreddo, and ginger cake.
Chocolate almond olive oil cake stands out with its rich texture. White chocolate cake, semifreddo, and ginger cake offer a variety of dessert options with distinct flavors.
"I love the cozy vibe and tasty Italian food."
"The chocolate cake here is incredible."
"The chocolate cake was perfectly light and not too sweet."
Good to know
Reservations are required on weekends to secure a table.
You need to order the roast duck 24 hours in advance.
Brunch is held outside on a closed road during weekends.
Small French patisserie offers indoor and outdoor seating with comfortable chairs and free wifi. Atmosphere stays quiet in the morning and feels cozy and welcoming throughout the day. Displays feature colorful macarons and French pastries that draw attention.
Chocolate offerings include dark chocolate mousse layered with crunchy praline in the Royal cake and frangipane-filled chocolate almond croissants. Hot chocolate uses good quality dark chocolate and can be customized with extra milk without charge.
Cakes feature light and creamy chocolate mousse with a crunchy praline layer in the Royal cake. Options include chocolate and lemon slices, all consistently good and crowd-pleasing.
"I love the fresh pastries and tasty coffee here."
"The chocolate croissant is so good."
"The Royal cake is divine with light, creamy chocolate mousse."
Good to know
Visit in the morning when the croissants are fresh out.
Go early to avoid the pastries disappearing late morning or early afternoon.
$13.50 for 6 macarons was the price at the time we went.
Quaint triangle building with creative decor and amusing architectural details sets a warm, inviting atmosphere. Small seating area encourages a relaxed, chill vibe suitable for casual catch-ups. Donuts are widely regarded as exceptional quality and visually appealing.
Chocolate features heavily in several doughnuts, including the Brooklyn Blackout filled with chocolate pudding and topped with chocolate crumbs. Vegan options like the Dark Chocolate Sourdoughnut use Valrhona chocolate and offer a great texture without being overly sweet.
Cake donuts have perfect moisture and strong flavor. Varieties like Tres Leche, carrot cake, and coffee cake stand out for their excellent taste and hold up well even after travel.
"I love their moist cake doughnuts with unique flavors."
"These doughnuts are the best I've ever tasted."
"The chocolate donuts have rich, unique flavors."
Good to know
The shop is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Come early as everything sells out fast.
The price of one doughnut is $5.50.
Small, cozy ice cream shop with unique flavors and loads of seating inside and out. High energy and lively atmosphere fill the space, which feels packed and crowded often. Harsh, clinical lighting contrasts with the otherwise neighborhood corner vibe.
Chocolate flavors include milk cookies and cream, fudge and marshmallow pop, and death by chocolate. Combinations like pumpkin with coffee and salted chocolate with blackout cake add variety.
Ooey gooey butter cake flavor stands out with gigantic chunks that feel like frozen sugar cubes. Cakes start melting within 25 minutes and the circular paper wrapping does not keep their form well.
"I can't get enough of the ooey gooey butter cake flavor."
"I loved the chocolate milk and cookies flavor."
"I loved the rich chocolate fudge and pumpkin flavors."
Good to know
A small ice cream in a cup costs almost $8 and is limited to one scoop.
Ample Hills Creamery offers vegan sorbet options.
Ample Hills Creamery accepts cash payments.