GERTIE

"Williamsburg has every kind of lunch (or brunch) situation you could possibly want, and depending on how many times you got lost in the subway today, that might just send your brain into overdrive. Make it easy on yourself and go to Gertie. This sunny, Jewish American spot has the laid-back, cheerful disposition of a restaurant that’s done its inner child work. Friendly waiters float through the pastel-colored space, handing out house-made bagels, extra thick latkes, and corned beef hash like they’re serving up snacks at adult daycare. Get a strong dill pickle martini before you face the chaos of Bedford Avenue. " - bryan kim, will hartman, willa moore, sonal shah, neha talreja