nice list bpearis, I think Diner is, while crowded, very comfortable, it has a good feel, I don't even mind waiting for a table there. I live in greenpoint, which is less fancy than next door williamsburg. I think the best thai is Amarin, not moonshadow. Amarin has a cleaner, less sugary/muddy style than moonshadow. LA italian on greenpoint and manhattan has cheap good hot subs. I would skip Ashbox way down the street overpriced, faux-prissy sandwhiches. Enid's brunch is good for a bloody mary and some biscuits and gravy, but get there early. I'll have to keep thinking, I guess I go out to drink more than eat in my area really. (Enids, Mark Bar, Royal Oak etc.)