1. 365 FIFTH AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY 11215 ● 718.788.2830 ● www.theperchcafe.com
PERCH CAFÉ AND BAR
CELEBRATES ITS
ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY
PERCH: (DEF.):
A. AN ELEVATED PLACE FOR RESTING OR SITTING
B. A POSITION THAT IS SECURE, ADVANTAGEOUS, OR PROMINENT
PARK SLOPE, BROOKLYN (SEPTEMBER, 2006) – Perch Café and Bar was established in December 2005 by
Deirdre Jones, Beth Weinstein, Bruce Bjork and Bryan Grundon and has made its nest in the busy and booming Park
Slope community. Located at 365 5th Avenue, nestled between 5th and 6th Street, Perch has in one year successfully
appealed to every part of the diverse Brooklyn population. With its prominent red exterior and sleek modern style it
is the perfect setting for the coffee drinking web browser or the evening cocktail taster. Offering a healthy menu, a
fully stocked bar with lounge, diverse events for all ages and a beautiful back patio Perch has quickly become
synonymous with comfort food and community; a local refuge for neighborhood residents, parents and kids.
The Perch Café offers a wide range of menu items for both dine-in and to-go guests. Using a simple philosophy and
the best ingredients Perch combines new American slow food cooking with a touch of European flare to meet even
the pickiest of palettes. It’s home cooked flavor, clean rustic appearance and ample servings are complemented by
a variety of micro brew beers, organic wines and innovative cocktails. Daily specials, dinner entrees, niche brunch
items and a fun-filled kids menu keeps all patrons full and satisfied.
The activities at Perch are as diverse as they are entertaining from Kids Karaoke to Puppet Storytelling - Live Jazz to
World Music, there is always a little something for everyone. Monday thru Wednesday, Randy Kaplan and
Courtney Kaiser can single handedly wrangle a crowd of kids and adults in a joyous romp with their instrumental
beat and innovative songs. Thursdays, Anna and her handmade puppets hold court and grab undivided attention.
As the days turn to nights the Perch Bar and back lounge comes alive with nightly tunes that range from innovative
Jazz to Punk Cabaret. Literary night, Open Mic and much more entertain all ages and types in the warmth and
community of Perch Café and Bar.
For more information about Perch or to come by and visit please contact Deirdre Jones at 718.788.2830.

2. 365 FIFTH AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY 11215 ● 718.788.2830 ● www.theperchcafe.com
A VIEW OF THE PERCH
DETAILS
LOCATION:
365 5TH
Avenue
Brooklyn NY 11215
(in the community of Park Slope)
HOW TO GET THERE:
th
F/R train to 4 Ave. / 9 St.
th th
th
(Between 5 and 6 Streets)
HONEP :
718-788-2830
WEBSITE:
www.theperchcafe.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday thru Thursday
7am to 12am
Friday
to 1am7am
Saturday
o 1am8am t
Sunday
8am to 12am
BUNCH:
Sat & Sun 8am to 4:00pm
DINNER:
Served Daily from 5pm to 11pm

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SOME PERCH FACTS
FOOD
MENU:
Café style comfort food
Soups, salads and sandwiches
Playful kids menu
Dinner specials
tions
DRINKS
Specialty brunch op
BEVERAGES:
Coffee options, teas, smoothies
alty drinksand speci
Wine, beer & specialty cocktails
ACTIVITIES
S & STORYTIME:ING A LONG
Days-Mon to Fri / call for Schedule
KIDS KARAOKE
Mondays at 8pm lead by Una
LIVE MUSIC:
5 Star Day - Wed at 8:30pm
Live Jazz - Tue, Thurs & Sat 8:30pm
Various artists – Fri at 8:30pm
:00pmOpen mic w/ Athena - Sun 8
LIT AER RY UESDAYST :
7pm followed by open mic
WEEKLY DRINK SPECIALS:
Teacher 2 for 1 - Fri 3pm to 12am
draftsLate Night Happy Hour - $3
FREE WI-FI ALL THE TIME

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PERCH PERKS
FREE I-FI
KID FRIENDLY BY DAY – PARENT FRIENDLY BY NIGHT
AWESOM RUNCH
SIGNAT DLERS
STORYTELLI -A-LONGS
CO S
PUNK CABAR NG ATHENA
LIVE M WEEK
FRONT NGE
W
E SAT & SUN B
HOMEMADE COMFORT FOOD
KIDS MENU
URE EVENTS FOR BABIES & TOD
NG AND SING
NEW-MOTHERS GROUP
GAY AND LESBIAN PARENTS GROUP
TAKE OUT & DELIVERY
OPEN MIC NIGHTS
LITERARY NIGHTS
MMUNITY MEETING
KIDS KARAOKE
ET COMEDY SHOW STARRI
USIC 6 NIGHTS A
FULLY STOCKED BAR WITH SPECIALTY DRINKS
BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR PATIO
CAFÉ SEATING AS WELL AS BACK BAR WITH LOU
FUNKY T-SHIRTS & MUGS
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE…

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PERCH PEOPLE
EIRDRE JONES (OWNER):
Deirdre graduated in Metals and Jewelry seum of Fine Arts in Boston. Directly
following college she spent time studying Jewelry in Phorzheim, Germany and teaching in Florence Italy. In 1995
Deirdre started Deirdre Jones Design where she designed and manufactured sterling silver jewelry inlaid with colored
For ten years Deirdre Jones Design successfully sold pieces to Contemporary Craft
o has gained an extremely prominent level of success and respect in the
nd in the homes of Martha Stuart, David Bowie, Keanau Reeves, as well as in
lias
e from
as been a core artist with the performance based group Magnetic Laboratorium.
ire includes popular and obscure children’s music; old-time
hits; and, of course, original songs. Randy
such
began her interest in teaching
sts three years she has taught music at Brooklyn Heights
D
Making from The School of the Mu
resin and semi-precious stones.
Stores, Museum Shops and Boutiques across the country. In December of 2005 Deirdre went in a completely
different direction. Spurred by her entrepreneurial spirit and family focus she opened her first restaurant, Perch Café
and Bar in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Being a mother of two Deirdre wanted to create a family friendly establishment
that appealed to people of all ages.
BRUCE BJORK (OWNER):
Bruce studied writing and theology at NYU and Columbia University before starting his cabinetry business, Bjork
Carle Woodworking in 1994, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Bjork Carle Woodworking does high-end residential
cabinetry, and since opening 11 years ag
industry. Bruce’s work can be fou
such noted establishments as Moma, Maharam, Columbia University, Isaac Mizrahi, and Cooper Union.
BETH WEINSTEIN (ARCHITECT):
Before creating Architecture Agency Beth spent six years in the Paris office of Jean Nouvel. She also worked with E
Torres in Barcelona, and, in New York, with Asymptote, Tod Williams + Billie Tsien, Richard Meier, SOM, and in
artnership with David Riebe. Beth received a BFA from Syracuse University and a Master of Architecturp
Columbia University, and since 2002 h
She received the Architectural League's Young Architect award in 1990 and the Casa de Velázquez Artist in
Residence Grant from the French government in 1994. Beth has also received awards from the Dallas AIA and for
an urban proposal for Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Perch Café and Bar is once again another successful collaboration
between Architecture Agency and Bjork Carle Woodworking.
RANDY KAPLAN (ARTIST – SING A LONGS):
Randy has been a music teacher at Beansprouts and Special Sprouts in Park Slope, Brooklyn since June 2004. He
conducts private classes in area neighborhood, guitar lessons, and performs at birthday parties and events such as
e annual Park Slope Parents Picnic. His diverse repertoth
blues, folk, and jazz; show-tunes; humorous adaptations of rock ‘n roll
often performs at The Living Room in Manhattan and at other venues throughout the country. He has currently
released five CD’s with a new children’s record to be released in fall of 2006.
COURTNEY KAISER (ARTIST – SING A LONGS):
Courtney was classically trained in opera through her studies at Interlochen Arts Academy and the music school at
Indiana University. Along with her studies of western classical music, she has also studied various world music
s Hindustani, traditional Southern African folk songs, and Balkan singing. Courtneya
children while studying in South Africa. For the la
Montessori as well as a preschool after school music class. Courtney has had a professional career in popular music
for several years. Along with having a national release of her own record In the Garden she toured and recorded with
John Mellencamp for three years. Courtney has also appeared with such noted artists as: The Wallflowers, Red
Letter Days, Martha Wainwright, the Go Betweens, Bettie Serveert, James McMurtry, The Lemonheads, The
Pernice Brothers, and Yuka Honda of Ciba Mato.

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A LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME…
“I was whisked away b ole aura of the place
intoxicated me.”
Mzjoolz T.
“When I'm in the mood for ambiguity and excellent grilled cheese, I head the Perch way.”
Aaron T.
“Perc nd good
food - They actually put some m ht/time into making it really nice.”
Michelle M.
“This cafe is quaint, stylish and offers great food!”
Alex J.
“Don't expect to stuff yours d. My favorite is the veggie
ruben -- a genius sauerkraut, avocado, and fancy (gruyere) sandwhich toasted to buttery crunchy
perfection.”
“Food is tasty - lots of desserts like red velvet ulee and pretty extensive drinks menu. Beer,
mixed drinks and wine - signature cocktails as w ays seem to be more kid-centric, the evenings
more adult friendly. Nice addition to the nabe.”
“The logo, the interior, the t It's not a big place, but you
don't feel crowded, and the menu are all interesting.”
Erik C.
y the interior design - the colors, the furniture, the wh
h has a modern interior that is actually functional and comfortable. They serve great coffee a
oney/thoug
“Fabulous reading series on Tuesday nights...”
W.B.
elf here, but do expect consistently delicious foo
cheese
Alex H.
cake, creme br
ell. The d
Christy V.
ables and menu all work together, and look good.
items on the