A date plan
Date · DUMBO · Chill · $$$$
Savor elevated Thai cuisine at a sophisticated hotspot, followed by artisanal chocolate and coffee in this charming Brooklyn neighborhood.
DUMBO · $$$ · Thai restaurant · Asian restaurant
This is the crown jewel of DUMBO dining—a stunning Thai restaurant that pulls off fine dining without pretension. Think silky curries, perfectly balanced heat, and a wine list that actually pairs beautifully with Thai spices. The exposed brick and moody lighting create instant romance.
~8 min walk (0.4 mi). After dinner, head up Old Fulton St toward Jay St—you'll pass charming cobblestone streets and brownstones that feel world-away from Manhattan. Fontainhas is tucked in a quiet corner, perfect for unwinding.
DUMBO · $$ · Bar · Cafe
A gem of a wine bar that doubles as a sophisticated cafe with excellent small plates. Order a natural wine and their crispy bread—it's the perfect palette cleanser after dinner, and the intimate vibe feels like a secret spot most tourists miss.
~5 min walk (0.2 mi). From fontainhas, stroll toward Water St along Jay. The neighborhood opens up here with Manhattan Bridge views in the distance. Jacques Torres is right on the water, so you've got waterfront magic as your backdrop for dessert.
DUMBO · $$ · Chocolate shop · Ice cream shop
Cap off the evening with legendary New York chocolate—Jacques Torres is a local institution, and their DUMBO location is perfectly positioned for a twilight stroll. Their hot chocolate is transcendent, and the handmade truffles are pure theater.