A date plan
Hangout · Williamsburg · Casual
A laid-back Williamsburg crew night that hits all the right notes — solid pizza, craft beer, and vintage arcade games to settle old scores on.
Williamsburg · $$ · Pizza restaurant · Cocktail bar
Mo's General is the kind of neighborhood spot that makes you feel like a regular on your first visit. Order a pizza or two to share, throw in some salads, and wash it all down with one of their easy cocktails on the outdoor patio. It's casual without being forgettable — exactly the right energy before a big group night out.
~5 min walk (0.2 mi). From Mo's General on Lorimer, head south through the side streets toward Metropolitan Ave — it's a pleasant stretch lined with local shops and brownstones worth a slow walk through.
Williamsburg · Brewery · Bar
TALEA Beer Co is women-founded, wildly creative with its tap list, and has the kind of slick-but-unpretentious space that a group can actually spread out in. The rotating microbrews lean fruity and interesting — great for a round of 'just try one of everything.' Grab the outdoor seats if the weather cooperates.
~10 min walk (0.5 mi). TALEA is tucked on Richardson St, a quiet block that feels a bit off the beaten path — keep an eye out for the signage. From there, it's a straight shot down to Grand St and Union Ave where Barcade lives.
Williamsburg · $$ · Bar · Video arcade
Barcade is the original arcade bar — a converted metal shop that's been running Donkey Kong for a quarter since 2004 and hasn't lost a step. With 20-plus rotating craft drafts and a floor full of classic cabinets, the only argument you'll have is who gets the next turn on Pac-Man. Come with a competitive crowd and let the games do the talking.