Five Leaves

With a prime spot on the corner of McCarren Park, this buzzy bistro is perfect for people-watching over a delicious meal. It's got everything you would given its Greenpoint location: tattooed servers dishing out kale salads and burgers with truffle fries. This is a weekend brunch institution, but come early or be ready to wait—Five Leaves doesn't take reservations and hungry locals flock to this neighborhood joint to kick off their days.