EAST WILLIAMSBURG — The Brooklyn Mirage, a music and nightlife venue in East Williamsburg at 140 Stewart Ave., announced on Thursday, that it is expanding its food and beverage offerings by partnering with the country’s largest open-air food market, Smorgasburg.
“As our guests’ expectations grow beyond just music, we’ve prioritized elevating the quality of every touchpoint — including food and beverage — throughout their time with us,” said Josh Wyatt, CEO of Avant Gardner.
The scene at Smorgasburg in Williamsburg. Photo by John McCarten
“The Campsite” is a new addition to the Brooklyn Mirage featuring food and beverage vendors from Smorgasburg. It will feature a bar sponsored by Heineken, and its first of three rotations will include Burger Supreme, Hen House, Home Frite, Soft Swerve and Tosh’s Patties.
The Brooklyn Mirage is also introducing “The Bodega,” a convenience store selling merchandise and clubbing essentials like ear plugs, candy and sunglasses. The Brooklyn Mirage’s season begins May 1. Tickets and event information can be found at the Avant Gardner website.
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