Gowanus cuts its own distinctive path, much like the mile-plus-long canal of the same name that helps define the neighborhood. Industrial in look, it manages to feel small scale: filled with intimate rock clubs, upstart breweries, hip restaurants and, of course, a shuffleboard hangout. Art studios, galleries and green businesses dot the streets, while a walk near the banks of the Gowanus itself has an undeniable rough-hewn charm.
This bar and concert venue brings indie acts to a redecorated 1920s warehouse space.
Insa, a wood-clad Korean canteen in Gowanus, is like a family-friendly picnic held indoors.
Pie lovers will be in their glories here, with a dozen varieties at any given time.
Axe and ye shall receive at this cabin-themed bar that serves guests beer and wine while they throw axes at targets.
This drinkery boasts 10 separate shuffleboard courts.