coolest new businesses in america

What it is A cool new bike company in Brooklyn.Why its cool Brooklyn Cruiser believes in elegant, simple, and affordable bicycles.We dont believe in cutting corners in our design or offering inferior bikes and charging a fortune for better components, says their website. They sell three speed mens and womens cruiser style bicycles, along with bike accessories like different seats, handlebar grips, and reflectors.

What it is A startup that provides analytics for Pinterest.Why its cool Images drive the web, and smart businesses need to take advantage of visual platforms like Pinterest to connect with their customers. Curalate allows companies to actually measure the impact theyre having on Pinterest using image recognition algorithms.

What it is Fully customizable, high quality Neapolitan style pizza.Why its cool From the owner of the incredibly popular Umami Burger chain, 800 Degrees is an entirely new take on the pizza restaurant. Its almost closer to a sandwich shop, where customers add a series of optional toppings like Fra Mani salami, an egg, or truffle cheese. Or pick one of the pre made pies and see it baked and ready within minutes.

What it is Modern American cuisine with molecular gastronomy flourishes.Why its cool Opened by an alum of the highly regarded LaCroix and Blackfish in Philadelphias Queens Village neighborhood, Ela is regarded as one of the best new restaurants in Philadelphia. Chef Jason Cichonski produces innovative dishes like diver scallopnoodles with shiitake marsala sauce and pickled golden raisins.

What it is A micro restaurant named one of the best in Chicago.Why its cool EL has only one seating a night at a communal table. Dining here is an interactive experience, with each of the dishes explained by the chef and his small staff. If the idea of eating with 16 or so strangers makes you nervous, the food might convince you otherwise. Recent inventive dishes includecherries (pictured which are made from sea grapes, katsuobushi and umeboshi) andFrench Fries and Ice Cream (potato with leeks and vanilla).

What it is A classic donut shop with some outrageous flavor combinations.Why its cool Federal Donuts is known for its unique and outrageous flavors like spicy peanut butter and jelly, maple bacon, and white chocolate pretzel. Their classic cake donuts are simple and are covered in either strawberry , vanilla spice , or Turkish mocha flavored sugar. They also serve a mean fried chicken. The shop comes from Michael Solomonov, who cooks at the modern Israeli restaurant Zahav, one of the best restaurants in the city.

What it is A dynamic, full service creative firm focused on developing brands within the entertainment and hospitality industries. Why its cool 50 Eggs has worked on some really cool projects. It owns and operates the award winning restaurant Yardbird Southern Table & Bar. It has been commissioned to create a new visual identity and uniform for the Miami Heat and has developed a Hall of Fame book commemorating NBA legend and executive Pat Riley. And the company has designed merchandise artwork and logos for musician Tim McGraw.50 Eggs reputation has garnered international recognition, with job seekers enlisting the aid of viral online videos to get the companys attention.

What it is A curated online marketplace for local and vintage furniture.Why its cool Anyone whos had a bad experience with Craigslist can see where the idea came from. Furnishly makes the process of finding and buying great furniture from individuals and a variety of partner stores easier and more reliable.

What it is A designer shop honoring San Franciscos history.Why its cool The one man operation, run by Laureano Faedi, relies on San Franciscos vibrant past for design inspiration. Faedis shirts and sweatshirts feature scenes highlighting everything from Playland at the Beach to the areas minor league baseball scene. The shop, Faedis first, was created from recycled wood and old whiskey and wine cases.

What it is A company that makes handmade vintage style accessories, like tie clips, cuff links, and antique looking jewelry. Why its cool Sarah Sebastian, founder of JoJo & Sofia, named the business after her two grandmothers.