A "must-try" "signature burger" and "excellent pancakes" star on the "fab" all-day New American menu at this "informal" Greenpoint bistro; its "casual", "nautical-themed" quarters get "packed", especially during weekend brunch, when the wait can be "tough" – though "friendly" service and "fair" prices compensate.
A restaurant-shaped part of Heath Ledger's legacy, Five Leaves offers a American nouveau cuisine in a maritime setting, with a great selection of soups and sandwiches.
No mention of Greepoint bar/café Five Leaves has gone without mentioning its prime investor, the late Heath Ledger, and this one's no exception. The place does more than justice to any legacy it's had to worry about, though, and the place's light, fun air does away with any morbid impulses wide-eyed Brooklyn tourists might step in with. Cozy room with nautical décor; drinks are cheapish, and...
Heath Ledger's legacy lives on at this Greenpoint bar and cafe, which serves up cocktails and traditional American fare in a rustic, no-frills setting.:
In Short
A nautical theme transcends this cozy, intimate space. Even with its celebrity affiliation, the vibe (and the crowd) is low-key and relaxed. Old-fashioned glass and wire lights...