Discover the real NYC in Shoot New York City’s Discover Guide

As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of the businesses listed are temporarily or permanently closed. I do suggest that you verify if they are open before visiting them. With many of them, it is probably best to call them as they may not have had the opportunity to update the information on their website.

I love the independent businesses in New York, they are the heart and soul of the city! In this section you will find bookstores, cafés, restaurants, arts & crafts markets and more. This is an ongoing project to list the best of indie New York so visit often to discover the real New York City. Experience the hidden gems and places that New Yorkers frequent. For more information on many of NYC’s vibrant neighborhoods, have a read of my Neighborhood Guides. I am not compensated for writing these reviews and I'm only writing about the places that I like.

Sadly, far too many of these unique, independent businesses close every year. When I learn of one closing I will move it to the category Vanishing NYC. They may be gone but they’ll never be forgotten!

Neighborhoods

Business Type

Tom's Restaurant, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn

Tom's Restaurant is a very cool old Brooklyn diner/deli. They've been in business since 1936! You will definitely get the feel of an old style diner there. The food was fabulous. I had breakfast with grits. It was very busy at midday. I do recommend Tom's if you're in the neighborhood. It is very close to the Brooklyn Museum and Prospect Park. They also have a location on the boardwalk at Coney Island which I've been to a few times and I'll write about it in the future.

Tom's Restaurant - 782 Washington Avenue

RestaurantsLeanne StaplesApril 9, 2023Prospect Heights, Brooklyn

Discover NYC – Your Guide to Indie Businesses

Neighborhoods

Business Type

Tom's Restaurant, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn