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Take away for picnic in Prospect Park
Sandwich in the park? Without a doubt go to Press 195 on 5th Ave. near Union. Then head next door to Bierkraft and treat yourself to a couple of beers you can't find just anywhere.
Bars/Good food in LIC
I think it is called Harry's Beach Bar or something...anyway, he is the owner of Schnack in Carroll Gardens and the spot is unbelievable. Take the water taxi and you are dropped off right at the spot, you can enjoy burgers and dogs (and god knows what else, last time I was there, I found myself trading jokes for smokes and felt like I was on vacation...I was out practically all night, just like wildwood!) It really is one-of-a-kind and you have to go, but just be prepared this is super casual fun! (nothing fancy...but nothing can top it either)
Convivium Osteria -- fantastic meal (long-ish)
I was there this past weekend and I have to say, I was sorely disappointed. Convivium Osteria is one of those restaurants that I have been meaning to go to forever, so I was very excited when I finally made a reservation for my husband's birthday. The space is definitely as charming as I had hoped and the staff was very nice, but the food really didn't do it for us. We started with the meats and cheeses for two and it was dropped off with no explanation whatsoever. I love cheese and cured meats and I am always looking to appreciate new finds... Anyway, my main course was really great (thanks to my chowhound research), I ordered the apple ravioli in a duck ragu and was very pleased, but my husband, the birthday boy (!) got the pasta special, pappardelle with a veal shank, and I can't even express the mediocrity that was this dish: wet noodles and greasy meat with absolutely no saving grace. I was embarrassed to be eating so well by his side...I still feel guilty for not sparing him on his birthday. All in all, the restaurant isn't that bad, but I definitely expected more for the price and will not go back. I really wish I had nicer things to say, it is rare (to say the least with a baby) to go out for a special dinner, so we were especially looking forward to a nice dinner... I was really looking to enjoy myself, NOT find fault!
