Brooklyn Public House

Issue: Get an outdoor seat in Fort Greene on the nicest night in the summer.

Rule: It has been eff-ing hot this summer. Too hot in fact to sit outside, which is a beloved summer tradition. So with one night below 80 degrees everyone in Fort Greene wanted a seat.

Application: We walked from Atlantic Terminal towards Fulton and then up Dekalb. Every single place we passed was packed with non-sweaty sitters enjoying the night air. Finally we spotted two empty seats at Brooklyn Public House on Dekalb. It is two doors down from Roman's (which is where I really wanted to go. Next time, buddy) and on a pretty busy corner with many cabs and a bus.

The beer menu was extensive but the wine list was not remarkable. There were no bottles and only a few wines available by the glass, but I guess this is a beer place. Shucks. My date got the big burger stacked high with two onion rings. Man, the onion rings were delicious- generously salted and peppered. The outside was a bit flaky which just encouraged me to eat it faster. After a long day eating junk food the Public Salad was deliciously refreshing. The three types of green were complimented with a light dressing and sweet apples.

Conclusion: A lovely spot for a bite and a view of gorgeous Fort Greene. A perfect meal would include something juicy and bad for you, along with multiple pints.