Downtown Brooklyn Partnership is proud to announce the nominees for the 2024 Make It in Brooklyn Innovation Awards, highlighting the incredible businesses and entrepreneurs that make our community so vibrant and such a great place to be.
This year, we’re recognizing outstanding local businesses across three categories, and we’d love for our Downtown Brooklyn community to cast their votes! Your input will help highlight the best of the best in our neighborhood.
Deadline for voting is Friday, December 6th. Please select one nominee in each category!
[For the Food + Beverage and Storefront awards, we encourage you to check out the nominees in person before voting!]
- Innovator of the Year Award recognizes startups working to power the future with sustainable energy technologies, as well as those developing innovative tech solutions for positive social impact. .
- Storefront Recognition Award recognizes innovative storefront design in Downtown Brooklyn. Evaluation is based on curb appeal and exterior maintenance, clear branding and signage, welcoming entrance and accessibility, and most importantly, overall vibes.
- DTBK Food and Beverage Award recognizes new establishments showing outstanding food and beverage quality and menu innovation.
Innovator of the Year: Celebrating startups driving technological and sustainable solutions
STOREFRONT RECOGNITION AWARD: Honoring businesses with remarkable design and community presence
DTBK Food and Beverage Award: Showcasing culinary creativity and excellence
- Quality Greens Kitchen: Downtown Brooklyn’s premier destination for fresh, high-quality fast casual dining.
- Fogo de Chão: Located in City Point, is an authentic Brazilian steakhouse featuring a vibrant churrasco grill experience with expertly prepared meats and traditional culinary techniques.
- Yafa Cafe: A family-owned specialty coffee roaster located in Downtown Brooklyn’s Alloy Block, dedicated to ethically sourced, small-batch coffee that celebrates exceptional flavor and sustainable sourcing.
- Stack’d Burger; Downtown Brooklyn’s joint for burger and wing enthusiasts with robust flavors and satisfying sides.
- Golfzon Social: Brooklyn’s first upscale sports bar featuring hand-crafted cocktails and cutting-edge golf simulators, creating an immersive entertainment experience.
Cast your vote and help us celebrate the innovative spirit of Downtown Brooklyn!
