Good Eating Like it's population, Brooklyn has always been a gastronomic melting pot of cuisines from the Caribbean, Jewish, Hispanic, Asian and European cultures. Add to that a new generation of chefs who have been opening gourmet restaurants in Brooklyn and you will have no trouble getting a great meal at a great price. Here are some of our favorites: Tavern on Dean 755 Dean Street 718 638.3326 This a great pub where you can get a really tasty burgers, chicken wings and great beer. The people are really nice and love to talk. Madiba 195 DeKalb Avenue 718 855.9190 This is the best South African food in New York City. Try the Cape Capansis fish with a Greek Salad and Martini. Chez Oscar 211 DeKalb Avenue 718 852.6250 This is a wonderful French restaurant with a really hip and fun crowd. Try the steak and fries with a tall glass of Stella Lager beer. Locanda Vini & Olii 129 Gates Avenue 718 622.9202 This is a fabulous Italian restaurant on a quite Brooklyn street. The Free Range Beef with fries cocked in Goose fat is out of this world. They also have a really great wine list. Taro Sushi NY 446 Dean Street 718 398.0872 This is one of the best Sushi restaurants in Brooklyn at an affordable price.