Famous Last Words is a casual cocktail bar in Clinton Hill that works well for a date.

Izzy Rose is a casual bar in Clinton Hill with a secluded backyard and a menu of cocktails, natural wine, and vegan empanadas.

Brooklyn Hero Shop in Clinton Hill makes 20+ giant subs and sandwiches.

Joy Choy Pastry is an at-home bakery in Clinton Hill run my an ex-Gramercy Tavern chef.

Le Petit Monstre is a vegan bakery in Clinton Hill where you can get kouign amann on weekends.

Guevara’s is an excellent vegan cafe and market in Clinton Hill.

Dosa Royale is a neighborhood South Indian spot in Clinton Hill that fortunately never gets too packed.

Tailfeather is a natural wine bar in Clinton Hill where you can drink something like a chilled red from Georgia. Try it for a casual date.

If you want some good sushi that doesn’t cost as much as a new set of 500-thread-count sheets, go to U-Gu in Clinton Hill.

Hartley’s is a neighborhood Irish pub in Clinton Hill that’s quiet enough to have a conversation.

Hops Hill is a casual bar in Clinton Hill with a bunch of unusual beers on tap.

Mekelburg’s is a great sandwich shop and specialty grocery store in Clinton Hill.

Hanson Dry is a casual cocktail bar in Clinton Hill. Try it for a first date when you might just want to have one drink then make an excuse to leave.

Mike's is a little diner in Clinton Hill that feels like it hasn't changed in a half-century. Stop by on a Sunday morning for some pancakes and eggs.

The Market is a coffee shop in Clinton Hill where you can grab a quick rice bowl and watch someone make dumplings from scratch.

Buka is a casual restaurant in Clinton Hill that’s open late, serves a variety of Nigerian food, and has a van that you can eat inside of.