Guidebook for Brooklyn
Arts & Culture
Check out a Nets Game, the Ringling Bros Circus, or a concert. You may even spot Beyonce!
1418 recommandé par les habitants
Barclays Center
620 Atlantic AveCheck out a Nets Game, the Ringling Bros Circus, or a concert. You may even spot Beyonce!
Multi-arts center for over 150 years.
With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.
521 recommandé par les habitants
BAM Harvey Theater
651 Fulton StMulti-arts center for over 150 years.
With world-renowned programming in theater, dance, music, opera, film, and much more, BAM showcases the work of emerging artists and innovative modern masters.
This place is so cool! Hosts classes for curious adults about all sorts of things: from physics to Australian desserts, from HTML to shorthand and just about every nook and cranny in between.
7 recommandé par les habitants
Brooklyn Brainery
190 Underhill AveThis place is so cool! Hosts classes for curious adults about all sorts of things: from physics to Australian desserts, from HTML to shorthand and just about every nook and cranny in between.
Sightseeing
Beautiful and intimate museum with really fun exhibits. Check out what's going on during your stay @ brooklynmuseum.org
3011 recommandé par les habitants
Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern PkwyBeautiful and intimate museum with really fun exhibits. Check out what's going on during your stay @ brooklynmuseum.org
This is an absolutely surreal hub of nature in the heart of the hustle and bustle of NYC. Not to be missed!!
2030 recommandé par les habitants
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
990 Washington AveThis is an absolutely surreal hub of nature in the heart of the hustle and bustle of NYC. Not to be missed!!
Arch based on the design of the actual Arc de Triomphe in Paris! There is a cute Farmer's Market every Saturday.
378 recommandé par les habitants
Grand Army Plaza
Flatbush AvenueArch based on the design of the actual Arc de Triomphe in Paris! There is a cute Farmer's Market every Saturday.
Staying at my apartment gives you access to the Central Park of Brooklyn. Jem of nature that is surely not to be missed!
3418 recommandé par les habitants
Prospect Park
Staying at my apartment gives you access to the Central Park of Brooklyn. Jem of nature that is surely not to be missed!
Ok, maybe you don't want to be cooped up reading in a library. But the architecture of this major sight is not to be missed! Great place to use a clean public restroom before you hit up the park!
383 recommandé par les habitants
Brooklyn Public Library
Ok, maybe you don't want to be cooped up reading in a library. But the architecture of this major sight is not to be missed! Great place to use a clean public restroom before you hit up the park!
Food Scene
THE place to get Stumptown coffee and I should know - I'm a coffee gal! Great scones and croissants too.
83 recommandé par les habitants
Sit & Wonder
688 Washington AveTHE place to get Stumptown coffee and I should know - I'm a coffee gal! Great scones and croissants too.
This iconic diner has been around since the 1930's. Their pancakes are world-class and served all day.
225 recommandé par les habitants
Tom’s
782 Washington AveThis iconic diner has been around since the 1930's. Their pancakes are world-class and served all day.
Food is cheap, quality, quick and unique! Not to be missed during your stay! See what they have to offer at http://kimchitacotruck.com/KGrill.html
67 recommandé par les habitants
Kimchi Grill
766 Washington AveFood is cheap, quality, quick and unique! Not to be missed during your stay! See what they have to offer at http://kimchitacotruck.com/KGrill.html
Who doesn't love an affordable fish taco! Can also get quesadillas, burritos and nachos with any meat, cheese or vegetable filling.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Taqueria De Los Muertos
663 Washington AvenueWho doesn't love an affordable fish taco! Can also get quesadillas, burritos and nachos with any meat, cheese or vegetable filling.
Udom Thai
661 Washington AveQuality and affordable Thai!
Chuko
565 Vanderbilt AveBest Ramen in Brooklyn!
Pasha Pizza
665 Classon AveFalafel plus pizza?? I say yes!
Do not be fooled by this hole in the wall. The best jerk chicken in town! BYOB which makes this place even cheaper than it really is.
103 recommandé par les habitants
The Islands
671 Washington AveDo not be fooled by this hole in the wall. The best jerk chicken in town! BYOB which makes this place even cheaper than it really is.
Pequeña
601 Vanderbilt AvenueClassic Mexican...affordable prices!
Little piece of France right in the neighborhood! Parisian-style neighborhood bistro serving hearty French fare in a quiet setting.
31 recommandé par les habitants
Le Gamin
556 Vanderbilt AvenueLittle piece of France right in the neighborhood! Parisian-style neighborhood bistro serving hearty French fare in a quiet setting.
Quality chinese food (which can be hard to find in NYC) and Japanese too!
11 recommandé par les habitants
Colala
791 A Washington AveQuality chinese food (which can be hard to find in NYC) and Japanese too!
Designed with the casual comfort of a neighborhood restaurant/bar. Emphasizes seasonal, local and quality ingredients. Serious, sophisticated food but still less formal.
77 recommandé par les habitants
The Vanderbilt
570 Vanderbilt AveDesigned with the casual comfort of a neighborhood restaurant/bar. Emphasizes seasonal, local and quality ingredients. Serious, sophisticated food but still less formal.
Wanna grab your beverage before hopping on the train for a long, exciting day in Manhattan? Stop in the local Starbucks first!
577 recommandé par les habitants
Starbucks
154 N 7th StWanna grab your beverage before hopping on the train for a long, exciting day in Manhattan? Stop in the local Starbucks first!
Trendy, stylish spot serving Texas-style BBQ by the pound, plus sandwiches & Southern sides.
58 recommandé par les habitants
Morgan's Brooklyn Barbecue
267 Flatbush AveTrendy, stylish spot serving Texas-style BBQ by the pound, plus sandwiches & Southern sides.
Pizzas & Italian fare made with locally sourced, organic ingredients & served in busting environs
121 recommandé par les habitants
franny's
348 Flatbush AvenuePizzas & Italian fare made with locally sourced, organic ingredients & served in busting environs
A great backup option to Sit & Wonder. Rustic coffeehouse brewing house blends & teas to pair with bagels, cookies & Swedish pastries
87 recommandé par les habitants
Konditori
114 Smith StA great backup option to Sit & Wonder. Rustic coffeehouse brewing house blends & teas to pair with bagels, cookies & Swedish pastries
Stylish neighborhood place specializing in basic, homestyle Thai food.
30 recommandé par les habitants
Born
293 Flatbush AveStylish neighborhood place specializing in basic, homestyle Thai food.
The hot dogs, burgers & toppings get a modern spin at this updated fast-food joint in Park Slope. Vegan options as well!
20 recommandé par les habitants
Bark Hot Dogs
474 Bergen StreetThe hot dogs, burgers & toppings get a modern spin at this updated fast-food joint in Park Slope. Vegan options as well!
Burritos & margaritas fuel a festive scene at this spot with ample outdoor seating.
8 recommandé par les habitants
Burrito Bar and Kitchen
307 Flatbush AveBurritos & margaritas fuel a festive scene at this spot with ample outdoor seating.
A Zen-like vibe & Pan-Asian vegan cuisine like smoked seitan star at this mellow, meat-free spot.
16 recommandé par les habitants
Dao Palate
329 Flatbush AveA Zen-like vibe & Pan-Asian vegan cuisine like smoked seitan star at this mellow, meat-free spot.
Local, seasonal American fare served in a simple space with a bar area & a popular garden.
67 recommandé par les habitants
Flatbush Farm
Local, seasonal American fare served in a simple space with a bar area & a popular garden.
Seasonal American fare & unique cocktails served in a modern-vintage Brooklyn space.
96 recommandé par les habitants
James
605 Carlton AveSeasonal American fare & unique cocktails served in a modern-vintage Brooklyn space.
Stumptown coffee, casual lunch fare & housemade baked goods in a chill, modern storefront setting.
160 recommandé par les habitants
Hungry Ghost
253 Flatbush AveStumptown coffee, casual lunch fare & housemade baked goods in a chill, modern storefront setting.
Japanese restaurant serving sushi as well as cooked fare in a simple, brick-walled room.
35 recommandé par les habitants
Taro Sushi
244 Flatbush AveJapanese restaurant serving sushi as well as cooked fare in a simple, brick-walled room.
Mexican fare along with a selection of tequilas, margaritas & other specialty cocktails. I personally LOVE this place. They have an awesome cocktail with half margarita and half sangria - delish!
566 recommandé par les habitants
Chavela's
736 Franklin AveMexican fare along with a selection of tequilas, margaritas & other specialty cocktails. I personally LOVE this place. They have an awesome cocktail with half margarita and half sangria - delish!
Lively eatery serving Neapolitan brick-oven pizzas plus salads, creative cocktails & more.
522 recommandé par les habitants
Barboncino Pizza
781 Franklin AveLively eatery serving Neapolitan brick-oven pizzas plus salads, creative cocktails & more.
Breezy, colorful Caribbean eatery with curries & other regional dishes, plus cocktails
192 recommandé par les habitants
Glady's
788 Franklin AveBreezy, colorful Caribbean eatery with curries & other regional dishes, plus cocktails
Relaxed neighborhood choice for creative pizzas, sandwiches, salads & growlers of beer.
59 recommandé par les habitants
Rosco's Pizza
685 Franklin AvenueRelaxed neighborhood choice for creative pizzas, sandwiches, salads & growlers of beer.
Community-minded espresso bar with outdoor seats offering artisanal treats plus beer, wine & tapas.
169 recommandé par les habitants
Little Zelda
728 Franklin AveCommunity-minded espresso bar with outdoor seats offering artisanal treats plus beer, wine & tapas.
Spacious New American restaurant serving trendy eats & less-expected items in vintage-inspired digs.
327 recommandé par les habitants
Mayfield
688 Franklin AveSpacious New American restaurant serving trendy eats & less-expected items in vintage-inspired digs.
Homestyle Italian cooking & wood-fired pizzas pair with house wines at this casual, family-run spot.
13 recommandé par les habitants
Cataldo's
554 Vanderbilt AveHomestyle Italian cooking & wood-fired pizzas pair with house wines at this casual, family-run spot.
Japanese spot serving sushi, tempura & hibachi fare in intimate surrounds with exposed-brick walls.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Inaka Asian Cuisine
597 Vanderbilt AveJapanese spot serving sushi, tempura & hibachi fare in intimate surrounds with exposed-brick walls.
Fried chicken, collard greens & peach cobbler are among the eats at this no-frills soul-food joint.
Mitchell's Soul Food
617 Vanderbilt AveFried chicken, collard greens & peach cobbler are among the eats at this no-frills soul-food joint.
Prospect Heights venue for Middle Eastern cuisine, plus a back garden in season.
88 recommandé par les habitants
Zaytoons
594 Vanderbilt AveProspect Heights venue for Middle Eastern cuisine, plus a back garden in season.
Fresh American fare, including a Sunday Supper, plus a donut-making robot & gourmet groceries.
13 recommandé par les habitants
606 R&D
606 Vanderbilt AveFresh American fare, including a Sunday Supper, plus a donut-making robot & gourmet groceries.
Fresh healthy fare from pastries & granola to salads & sandwiches served in a cozy corner setting.
125 recommandé par les habitants
Milk Bar
620 Vanderbilt AveFresh healthy fare from pastries & granola to salads & sandwiches served in a cozy corner setting.
Intimate Italian eatery serving Roman-style thin-crust pizzas, pastas & other basics.
44 recommandé par les habitants
Amorina Cucina Rustica
624 Vanderbilt AveIntimate Italian eatery serving Roman-style thin-crust pizzas, pastas & other basics.
Mumbai Place
655 Vanderbilt AveCasual dine-in or takeout spot for Indian cuisine, including tandoori oven classics.
Bright canteen offering creative American eats in a trendy but casual space (open late weekends).
56 recommandé par les habitants
Sunshine Co.
780 Washington AveBright canteen offering creative American eats in a trendy but casual space (open late weekends).
Upscale pizzas, salads, charcuterie & cocktails served in a low-lit space with a big, leafy patio.
33 recommandé par les habitants
Ogliastro Pizza Bar
784 Washington AveUpscale pizzas, salads, charcuterie & cocktails served in a low-lit space with a big, leafy patio.
All-day restaurant with a garden dispensing soul food with interesting seasonal & global touches.
123 recommandé par les habitants
Cheryl's Global Soul
236 Underhill AveAll-day restaurant with a garden dispensing soul food with interesting seasonal & global touches.
Polished coffee shop & deli with a menu of thoughtfully sourced sandwiches & comfort-food plates.
107 recommandé par les habitants
Lincoln Station
409 Lincoln PlPolished coffee shop & deli with a menu of thoughtfully sourced sandwiches & comfort-food plates.
Forty weight coffee, baked goods and tasty sandwiches. Great place to stop in on the way to the Q train.
11 recommandé par les habitants
Stocked
663 Washington AveForty weight coffee, baked goods and tasty sandwiches. Great place to stop in on the way to the Q train.
As if we need a new taqueria...but Nacho Macho Taco just opened up and have become quite successful in a short amount of time. Simple menu, large portions and great prices. For now BYOB.
16 recommandé par les habitants
Nacho Macho Taco
591 Knickerbocker AveAs if we need a new taqueria...but Nacho Macho Taco just opened up and have become quite successful in a short amount of time. Simple menu, large portions and great prices. For now BYOB.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Way Station
683 Washington AveJust two blocks away to go catch some Live Music!
A new brooklyn beer hall from the founders of Brooklyn Flea and Smorgasburg. Featuring food from asia dog, mighty quinn's BBQ, pizza moto and ramen burger. For more info go to berg'n.com
262 recommandé par les habitants
BERG'N
899 Bergen StA new brooklyn beer hall from the founders of Brooklyn Flea and Smorgasburg. Featuring food from asia dog, mighty quinn's BBQ, pizza moto and ramen burger. For more info go to berg'n.com
Great bar offering food and pool table. Some nights have live music, trivia and/or Karaoke!
28 recommandé par les habitants
Branded Saloon
603 Vanderbilt AveGreat bar offering food and pool table. Some nights have live music, trivia and/or Karaoke!
Soda Bar
629 Vanderbilt AveGreat bar to watch a game!
Great sports bar (kinda like a pub) to catch the game and nosh on some classic bar food.
7 recommandé par les habitants
Plan B
626 Vanderbilt AveGreat sports bar (kinda like a pub) to catch the game and nosh on some classic bar food.
Great fancy drinks, good music, and oysters for only $1 after midnight!
136 recommandé par les habitants
Bearded Lady
686A Washington AveGreat fancy drinks, good music, and oysters for only $1 after midnight!
Relaxed sports bar featuring pool, ping pong, bowling & air hockey, plus casual American fare.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Ocean's 8
308 Flatbush AveRelaxed sports bar featuring pool, ping pong, bowling & air hockey, plus casual American fare.
Easygoing hangout with an outdoor space & a robust list of draft & bottled beers.
84 recommandé par les habitants
Washington Commons
748 Washington AveEasygoing hangout with an outdoor space & a robust list of draft & bottled beers.
Lively joint near the Barclays Center serving Caribbean food & drink.
47 recommandé par les habitants
Sugarcane
238 Flatbush AveLively joint near the Barclays Center serving Caribbean food & drink.
Roomy bar in a former garage hosting events like DJs & readings, plus a patio with picnic tables.
437 recommandé par les habitants
Franklin Park
618 St Johns PlRoomy bar in a former garage hosting events like DJs & readings, plus a patio with picnic tables.
Laid-back beer bar with rustic interior, lots of brews on tap & soccer matches on the TVs.
30 recommandé par les habitants
Woodwork
583 Vanderbilt AvenueLaid-back beer bar with rustic interior, lots of brews on tap & soccer matches on the TVs.
Relaxed space with a patio for Southeast Asian street food & exotic cocktails from a bamboo bar.
Hawker Bar
611 Vanderbilt AveRelaxed space with a patio for Southeast Asian street food & exotic cocktails from a bamboo bar.
Potent old-school cocktails served in a white-tiled, speakeasylike atmosphere. Beware, there is no sign on the entrance.
234 recommandé par les habitants
Weather Up
589 Vanderbilt AvePotent old-school cocktails served in a white-tiled, speakeasylike atmosphere. Beware, there is no sign on the entrance.
Essentials
Conveniently located just two blocks away if you want to cook your meals in my fully equipped kitchen.
98 recommandé par les habitants
Ideal Food Basket
631 Gates AveConveniently located just two blocks away if you want to cook your meals in my fully equipped kitchen.
Small, upscale grocer offering charcuterie, cheeses & baked goods plus prepared foods & sandwiches.
30 recommandé par les habitants
R&D Foods
602 Vanderbilt AveSmall, upscale grocer offering charcuterie, cheeses & baked goods plus prepared foods & sandwiches.
Shopping
Brooklyn Suya
717 Franklin AveLarge convenient store that makes great sandwiches!
Liquor Warehouse
633 Washington AveHUGE liqour store!
Prospect Heights Beer Works
648 Washington AvenueHuge beer depot.
Mayonnaise aficionado?? This is your spot! Probably the only store in the world offering just mayonnaise!
Empire Mayonnaise
564 Vanderbilt AveMayonnaise aficionado?? This is your spot! Probably the only store in the world offering just mayonnaise!
Duane Reade
1517 Cortelyou RdHuge chain pharmacy for all your needs during your stay.
Local mom-and-pop pharmacy. Really good prices. Great alternative to the more popular Duane Reade chain.
25 recommandé par les habitants
Kings Pharmacy
241 Bedford AveLocal mom-and-pop pharmacy. Really good prices. Great alternative to the more popular Duane Reade chain.
Unnameable Books
615 Vanderbilt AveReally cool vintage book store! Great for exploring.
Small-batch ice creams are made from local, organic ingredients at this compact, kid-friendly shop. It's REALLY good!
370 recommandé par les habitants
Ample Hills Creamery
623 Vanderbilt AveSmall-batch ice creams are made from local, organic ingredients at this compact, kid-friendly shop. It's REALLY good!
Greenlight Bookstore (Fulton Street)
686 Fulton StEverything Else
Open 24 Hours / 7 Days (365 days) (Open holidays too)
- Wash/Fold: Use Tide and Downy
- Drop off / Pick up Available 24 hours
33 recommandé par les habitants
Laundry City
632 Grand Ave Open 24 Hours / 7 Days (365 days) (Open holidays too)
- Wash/Fold: Use Tide and Downy
- Drop off / Pick up Available 24 hours
Best. Frozen-yogurt. Ever.
Self-serve offering a variety of flavors and you choose what toppings and how much of them you want.
Pay by weight.
19 recommandé par les habitants
Red Mango
701 2nd AveBest. Frozen-yogurt. Ever.
Self-serve offering a variety of flavors and you choose what toppings and how much of them you want.
Pay by weight.
Wanna hit the gym to work of all that food and beverage indulgence?
Popular gym franchise with all sorts of equipment and classes.
For a free 1 day guest pass: https://www.crunch.com/guest-passes/
12 recommandé par les habitants
Crunch Fitness - Park Slope
330 Flatbush AveWanna hit the gym to work of all that food and beverage indulgence?
Popular gym franchise with all sorts of equipment and classes.
For a free 1 day guest pass: https://www.crunch.com/guest-passes/
To be and see Brooklyn is to bike it! Check out this bike shop and rent for the day to cover as much or as little Brooklyn ground as you want.
BikeSmith
560 Vanderbilt AveTo be and see Brooklyn is to bike it! Check out this bike shop and rent for the day to cover as much or as little Brooklyn ground as you want.
Personal and business mailboxes, stamps, envelopes and other mail services; authorized bill payment center; also has Western Union money services
Wilkinson Mailbox Rental
Personal and business mailboxes, stamps, envelopes and other mail services; authorized bill payment center; also has Western Union money services
Transport hub for Amtrak trains and NJ transit. Only 35-40 min from my apt. via the 2/3 or C subway lines.
356 recommandé par les habitants
Penn Station LIRR
214 W 34th StTransport hub for Amtrak trains and NJ transit. Only 35-40 min from my apt. via the 2/3 or C subway lines.
Buses from anywhere and everywhere go here and its only a 35 min subway ride to my apartment on the C train!
349 recommandé par les habitants
Port Authority of NY station
641 8th AveBuses from anywhere and everywhere go here and its only a 35 min subway ride to my apartment on the C train!
Only a 30 min cab ride to my apt! However if you want to save some money on transportation you could take the A/C train which will take you about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
334 recommandé par les habitants
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Only a 30 min cab ride to my apt! However if you want to save some money on transportation you could take the A/C train which will take you about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Only a 30 min cab ride to my apartment. Unlike JFK, there is no direct subway or bus route to get to my home.
267 recommandé par les habitants
LaGuardia Airport
Only a 30 min cab ride to my apartment. Unlike JFK, there is no direct subway or bus route to get to my home.
Newark is the furthest of the three airports from my apartment, but will still only take you 40 minutes in a cab!
250 recommandé par les habitants
Newark Liberty International Airport
3 Brewster RdNewark is the furthest of the three airports from my apartment, but will still only take you 40 minutes in a cab!