Le Comptoir (CLOSED)

Williamsburg's bistro scene gets a boost with this comely newcomer from chef Sebastien Chamaret (La Goulue). The restaurant boasts an open kitchen inside and a leafy garden out back. As for the food, Chamaret turns out locally sourced American fare with a Franco bent: A "bacon-cheeseburger" sausage from local butcher the Meat Hook is paired with lentils and frisée, while French toast is served in a ramekin and torched on top like crème brûlée.