39 Local Eateries Set for Brooklyn's First ITALIAN RESTAURANT WEEK, Now thru 10/17
By: BWW News Desk Oct. 10, 2013
The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce has announced that 39 of Brooklyn's greatest and tastiest restaurants will take part in "Explore Brooklyn: Italian Restaurant Week" from today, October 10-17.
The initiative - which coincides with the week of Columbus Day and Italian Heritage Month - is aimed at promoting restaurants in Brooklyn and allowing for visitors to explore much in the same way the Genoese sailor did when he crossed the Atlantic Ocean.
"Getting to these great restaurants will be a lot easier than the voyage Christopher Columbus undertook to reach the Americas," said Carlo A. Scissura, President & CEO of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce. "For most people it will involve a subway ride or a short drive. Even Manhattanites can cross the Brooklyn Bridge and discover that the best Italian restaurants in New York City - and outside of Italy - are found here in Kings County. Buon appetito!"
The list of participating restaurants ranges from classic eateries such as Marco Polo Ristorante in Carrol Gardens and Gargiulo's in Coney Island to newer places like Broccolino near Barclays Center and Vicolo in Bay Ridge.
"It's great that the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce is highlighting Italian restaurants in Brooklyn," said Joe Chirico, owner of Marco Polo Ristorante. "It is important to remind everyone that Brooklyn is a wonderful place to eat and that some of the best food is right here."
"Once again, the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce is looking out for small businesses, and restaurants in particular, with this year's first-ever Italian Restaurant Week in Brooklyn," said Nino Russo, owner of Gargiulo's Restaurant. "We hope that people discover the joy Italian food can bring them by coming to Brooklyn to eat."
Diners will have several options to choose from when it comes to the fixed price menus the participating restaurants are offering. Some will offer lunch at $14.92 or $18.00; and dinner for $25.00 or $28.00. Other options include a two-for-one brunch or a free espresso to those who are Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce members.
The Brooklyn Chamber is proud to announce that the Federation of Italian-American Organizations is a proud supporter and Yelp, Edible Brooklyn, and New York Daily News are media sponsors of this year's "Explore Brooklyn: Italian Restaurant Week."
"I want to say grazie to the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce, and its President and CEO Carlo Scissura, for spotlighting Italian restaurants in Brooklyn," said Jack Spatola, who serves as FIAO's Board Chairman. "Food is a very important part of Italian culture. It remains vital that we continue to promote our traditions and fine regional cuisine. I have eaten at many of the restaurants participating in this great initiative and hope other Brooklynites - and all New Yorkers - do the same in October. Italians are known for their wonderful food and I hope everyone will visit these restaurants to find out exactly why."
Check below for a list of participating restaurants:
Caffe Buon Gusto
151 Montague Street
718-624-3838
Gargiulo's
2911 West 15th Street
718-266-4891
Leo's Casa Calamari
8602 3rd Avenue
718-921-1900
Marco Polo
345 Court Street
718-852-4515
Pizza D'Amore
2147 Mill Avenue
718-531-2333
Adelina's
159 Greenpoint Avenue
347-763-0152
Amorina
624 Vanderbilt Avenue
718-230-3030
Anthony's Place
2110 Avenue X
718-743-8099
Armando's
143 Montague Street
718-624-7167
Baci Abbraci
204 Grand Street
718-599-6599
Belli Osteria
860 Fulton Street
347-799-1230
Broccolino
446A 4th Avenue
718-678-4200
Claudine's
311 Smith Street
718-237-4992
Dumbo Kitchen
108 Jay Street
718-797-1695
Enzo's Brick Oven
217 Prospect Park West
718-499-3150
Giacomo's Trattoria
7902 3rd Avenue
718-493-6993
Home/Made
293 Van Brunt Street
347-223-4135
Il Fornetto
2902 Emmons Avenue
718-332-8494
Il Porto
37 Washington Avenue
718-624-0954
Joe's of Avenue U
287 Avenue U
718-449-9285
La Palina
159 Avenue O
718-236-9764
La Sorrentina
6522 11th Avenue
718-680-9299
Luzzo's BK
145 Atlantic Avenue
Mama Rao's
6408 11th Avenue
718-745-2269
Mamma Mia
2307 65th Street
718-336-2300
Mona Lisa
1476 86th Street
718-837-9053
New Corner
7201 8th Avenue
718-833-0800
Patrizia's
35 Broadway
718-218-9272
Pearl Room
8201 3rd Avenue
718-833-6666
Piccola Uva
161 7th Avenue
718-499-1400
Piccoli Trattoria
522 5th Avenue
718-788-0066
Pizza Cotto Bene
291 Third Avenue
718-722-7200
Ramagi
940 Fulton Street
718-789-2700
Red Gravy
151 Atlantic Avenue
718-855-0051
Scopello Ristorante
63 Lafayette Avenue
718-852-1100
Tuscany Grill
8620 3rd Avenue
718-921-5633
Tutta Pasta
160 7th Avenue
718-788-9500
Vicolo
8530 3rd Avenue
718-833-0043
Williamsburg Kitchen
804 Grand Street
347-725-4688
About the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce: With over 1,400 members, the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce promotes economic development across the borough and serves as an advocate for its member businesses. Our mission is to promote a healthy and robust business environment throughout Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce is the foremost resource for doing business in Brooklyn, respected as a leader in advancing public policy, new technologies, products, services and programs that support and promote a vibrant local economy. For more information, visit www.ibrooklyn.com.
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