Where To Eat While Celebrating Spring In Park Slope

Happy Spring, everyone!

When it comes to celebrating spring, it doesn’t get more beautiful (or Instagram-worthy!) than a stroll through the lovely pink cherry blossom groves at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden! And after a long day spent posing in front of artsy topiaries, cheerful gardens, and photogenic exhibits, you may be a little hungry. Elevate your Insta-game even further with photos of the vibrant and delicious foods at these nearby Park Slope restaurants! After all, Spring is the perfect season for both outdoor and on-the-go dining, and HungerPass can help you save on the best leafy salads, fruity granola bowls, and cheesy pizza slices in Park Slope.

 

Taheni Mediterranean Grill

224 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215

Photo Credit: Taheni Mediterranean Grill

 

After a day of family bonding over at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, enjoy a flavorful family-centric meal over at Taheni Mediterranean Grill! If you couldn’t already tell, family is everything at Taheni, something bklyner.com praised: “While we can’t crash a family dinner at the Deib household, having Taheni Mediterranean Grill in the neighborhood is the next best thing.” The authentic Mediterranean food is made by “Mama” Deib herself, and the family even imports olive oil straight from Massha.

The vast menu at Taheni covers every Mediterranean staple, from traditionally seasoned falafel to smoky roasted shawarma to hot-n-spicy baba-ghanoush. You can build your own platter by choosing a protein, like lamb shawarma, a side dish, like the house pita bread, and a grain, such as white rice. If you’re a little intimidated by the spiciness of Mediterranean food, then the House Salad is the vibrant and leafy dish for you, complete with tomatoes, cucumbers, red cabbage, lettuce, onions, and your choice of protein, such as chicken. You can even add on a dollop of hummus, a sprinkling of chickpeas, or a couple of olives for some added flavor. You can also make your own grain bowls and wraps, each option including Taheni’s house dips and signature sauce.

It wouldn’t be spring without some sweet and satisfying desserts, and Taheni has the Mediterranean delights you’ve been waiting for all winter! There’s the Kunafeh, the cheese-filled pastry that’s featured on Yelp’s list of the “best kunafeh in New York,” as well as the popular Baklava, a delicious dessert pastry made with layers of crispy phyllo filled with chopped nuts. This makes us wonder, is there a better way to end a day of sightseeing than with a light slice of baklava?

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Da Nonna Rosa

140 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215

An authentically Italian restaurant, Da Nonna Rosa not only prepares traditional Italian fare but expects you to arrive hungry and ready to eat! With its vast menu, Da Nonna Rosa is truly the ideal place to eat after a long stroll through Brooklyn’s beautiful gardens and parks. To start, the Lemon Line Chicken Salad made with romaine, red cabbage, imported olives, cucumbers, carrots, and tart lemon-line chicken is the light and lemony springtime salad of your dreams. Much like the borough itself, the Park Slope Salad is a diverse blend of unique flavors such as candied walnuts, dried cranberries, goat cheese, and raspberry vinaigrette.

Of course, Da Nonna Rosa also has a ton of pizza and pasta, and is even featured on Feed Me Phoebe’s blog post “The Best Gluten-Free Pizza Restaurants in NYC.” The crispy, creamy, and cheesy Vodka Neapolitan Pizza is a delectable combo of vodka sauce and cheese ravioli topped with fresh mozzarella. Vegans can enjoy the Vegan Pizza, made with cheese-less San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh sauteed mushrooms, and spinach, broccoli, and peppers. For all the pasta-lovers out there (which is practically everyone, we assume,) you can choose between 27 items on the pasta menu alone! You can have good ol’ spaghetti with Pomodoro sauce and Nonna Rosa meatballs or you can kick things up a notch with the Frutti Di Mare, which is your choice of pasta served with tender calamari, fresh mussels, Little Neck clams, jumbo shrimp, and scungilli in marinara or garlic and oil sauce.

There’s so much to choose from at Da Nonna Rosa, we couldn’t possibly include it all in this post–there’s a list of grilled specialty dishes, heroes, platters, wraps, paninis, and an additional 24 entrees! So much variety means one thing–you’ll simply have to plan another trip to Da Nonna Rosa sometime soon!

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Black Iron Burger Williamsburg

234 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Want to eat at a burger joint lauded by the likes of Joe Jonas and world-renowned chef José Andrés? Then stop by Black Iron Burger, the all-natural, certified-humane restaurant that José Andrés calls the home of his “favorite burger in New York, maybe the best in the USA.” The New York Times even calls Black Iron’s burgers “succulent and meaty, substantial and indulgent,” while Insider claims that “Black Iron Burgers serves the best burgers in the state of New York.” Long story short: Black Iron Burger cannot be missed!

Black Iron offers classic American fare with some dishes inspired by the Mediterranean, an example of this flavor-blending being the Spicy Adobo Chicken Fries served with homemade barbeque sauce. Of course, the burgers are what you’ve been waiting for, and you can’t go wrong with The Black Iron, a double 4 oz. patty with radish cheddar, stout caramelized grilled onions, and special horseradish mayo. The Masterpiece burger is exactly what it sounds like–it’s a masterpiece of flavors thanks to ingredients such as Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, an organic fried egg, and applewood smoked bacon.  

For those trying to stay away from red meat, try the zesty Salmon Burger. Made with a 5 oz. homemade salmon patty, dill butter, roasted tomatoes, alfalfa sauce, and a tangy teriyaki sauce, it’s the leaner but still tasty option. You can even make your own veggie burger, proving once again that everyone can enjoy a classic burger at Black Iron!

Don’t worry, Black Iron Burger didn’t forget about dessert! There’s the fudgy chocolate brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, caramel syrup, and whipped cream, as well as the classic malted shakes which come in flavors like chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. But seriously, folks–this place has garnered so many rave reviews, is there a better way to end your spring day than with a classic burger?

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WILD Park Slope

148 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217

If you’re into the whole “posing among the cherry blossoms with my chai latte and Birkenstocks” thing, then chances are WILD Park Slope is your ideal dining destination! All of the ingredients at WILD are either organic, gluten-free, and hormone-free, so you can eat guilt-free and still feel satisfied. Start your relaxing meal off with some gluten-free tomato bruschetta made with roasted garlic, parmesan, and extra virgin olive oil. If you want something a little cheesier, try the chicken nachos, comprised of tortilla chips, avocados, black beans, and delectable melted mozzarella. Obviously, WILD has salads, including the protein-packed Quinoa salad, which is made with organic quinoa, kale, cucumber, avocado, and balsamic glaze dressing. The Blueberry Goat Cheese Salad may sound unusual, but the mixed salad greens, warm blueberry, goat cheese, and walnuts all create a unique and tangy taste that’s perfect for spring!

You really can’t go wrong with the entrees at WILD, the Mac ‘N Cheese dish being the “ultimate comfort dish” with gluten-free macaroni served in a creamy homemade cheese sauce. The Butternut Squash Ravioli is gluten-free and simmered in a tasty wine and butter sauce. Even the pizza at WILD is healthy: The Wild White Pizza is a gorgeous combo of mozzarella, ricotta, truffle oil, cracked black pepper, and chives. On Trip Advisor, a fan said that WILD’s food is “very reasonable, delicious, and just the right size to be perfectly filling.” Join the fan club and head on over to WILD Park Slope!

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El Nopal Restaurant & Juice Bar

631 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215

It’s hot, it’s spicy, it’s the perfect complement to a day spent strolling through the scenic streets Brooklyn–it’s Mexican food! At El Nopal, enjoy fresh and made-to-order guacamole flavored with cilantro, lime juice, onions, salt, and serrano pepper in addition to a vast menu of authentic Mexican favorites. There’s Elote, or Mexican Grilled Corn with olive mayo, cotija cheese, and hot chili pepper, as well as Empanadas, including the specially-made Huitlacoche Empanada, which is made with corn mushrooms, sauteed onions, and poblano peppers. The menu hits many other Mexican standards, including perfectly-baked Tamales, crunchy Nachos, deep-fried Tostadas, savory Enchiladas, and fulfilling Burritos, Fajitas, and Quesadillas.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Mexican restaurant without tacos, and El Nopal has them in abundance. The Chorizo Taco takes spicy sausage topped with cilantro, onions, and guacamole and wraps it in a soft corn tortilla. The Vegetarian Taco is perfect for anyone craving some authentic Mexican food without the pollo or filete, as it’s made with an energizing mix of zucchini, mushrooms, lettuce, and cheese in a pillowy corn tortilla. The creamy caramel goodness that is El Nopal’s Homemade Flan is sure to please for a refreshingly-sweet dessert!

Yes, you read that name correctly–El Nopal is also a juice bar! The Berry Smoothie is a thick Milk Smoothie made with blueberries, bananas, vanilla yogurt, and pineapple juice, so it’s totally delicious, not to mention guilt-free! Still, there’s a huge variety of Milkshakes to satisfy any sweet tooth, from the Apple and Pecan Milkshake to the Banana and Chocolate Milkshake. There are protein smoothies named after everyone’s famous muscle men, such as the Chuck Norris (pecans, almond butter, almond milk, and vanilla protein) and the Van Damme (strawberries, bananas, peanut butter.) Whether you’re hankering for a crispy and cheesy fajita or a protein-packed smoothie, El Nopal has you covered!

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City Subs

82 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Imagine yourself strolling through the beautiful cherry blossom groves, the sun shining brightly and the air finally warm on your skin. Suddenly, something occurs to you–you’re starving! If you’re searching for some quick and on-the-go sightseeing fare, then head on over to City Subs, the sandwich joint New York Magazine calls “Park Slope’s favorite no-frills sandwich shop!”

The only thing that could make the stunning spring scenery any better is one of the Park Slope-themed sandwiches at City Subs. The Union Street Sub has cajun-style roast beef and pepper jack cheese that will spice up anyone’s day, while the Home Town Hero Sandwich is perfect for anyone craving a classic ham and cheese sandwich. For all the turkey-lovers out there, the Degraw Street Sub, made with smoked turkey breast, smoked ham, and smoked gouda cheese, is the, well, smoky and satisfying sandwich you didn’t know you needed. Even more exciting, you can create your own sandwich with your choice of one or two meats as well as a side of Utz chips. Any sightseeing trip, whether down the sidewalks of Brooklyn or through the amazing cherry blossom trees at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, can only be made better by the scrumptious sandwiches at City Subs!

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Written by Emma Patterson