Food scene
Tony's
443 Knickerbocker AveThat sliceeeee
Fazio's
709 Knickerbocker AveA nice walk don’t forget this is for that Sicilian slice
Knickerbocker Bagel
367 Knickerbocker AveWorth the wait
Mixtape Bushwick
1533 Myrtle AvePerfect cup of coffee and snack otw to the train/sightseeing
Lucy's Kitchen
262 Irving AvenuePerfect take out spot for a chill at home day. NO DINE IN
Milk & Pull
181 Irving AveMy favorite coffee place
KUMA NYC
1520 Myrtle AveDelivery was bomb never been inside
Pitanga
207 Starr StHealthy and delish but a smidge higher price
One of my favorite restaurants. Delicious drinks, great plates and a cool vibe. Back patio is a hugeee plus!
87 locals recommend
Sally Roots
195 Wyckoff AveOne of my favorite restaurants. Delicious drinks, great plates and a cool vibe. Back patio is a hugeee plus!
Food scene
Tony's
443 Knickerbocker AveTrue nyc slice on a great street of little stores
Neighborhoods
Biggies birthplace has some gentrified areas, but still feels like Brooklyn. So many restaurants, bars, shops and photo ops. Not to mention the gorgeous brownstones-go during the day.
145 locals recommend
Bedford-Stuyvesant
Biggies birthplace has some gentrified areas, but still feels like Brooklyn. So many restaurants, bars, shops and photo ops. Not to mention the gorgeous brownstones-go during the day.
This is the Brooklyn artist vibe as well but way more gentrification. Much pricier boutique shops but sometimes worth it. Mccarren park is a must.
997 locals recommend
Williamsburg
This is the Brooklyn artist vibe as well but way more gentrification. Much pricier boutique shops but sometimes worth it. Mccarren park is a must.
The best park in my opinion. A little farther from the house, but gorgeous neighborhood and bigger than Central Park! The real NY
33 locals recommend
Prospect Park South
The best park in my opinion. A little farther from the house, but gorgeous neighborhood and bigger than Central Park! The real NY
Sightseeing
Great Happy Hour, but otherwise a bit pricey. But this AREA is a perfect location to start and walk home to get a little “bar crawl” going. Bushwick collective graffiti all around equals more photo ops
168 locals recommend
Sea Wolf
19 Wyckoff AveGreat Happy Hour, but otherwise a bit pricey. But this AREA is a perfect location to start and walk home to get a little “bar crawl” going. Bushwick collective graffiti all around equals more photo ops
City’s oldest Dutch Colonial Stone home housing a permanent exhibit on the sites archaeology
30 locals recommend
Greater Ridgewood Historical Society
18-20 Flushing AveCity’s oldest Dutch Colonial Stone home housing a permanent exhibit on the sites archaeology
Bar
Talon Bar
220 Wyckoff AveBest outdoor seating in the neighborhood
Perfect spot bc it’s around the corner and has outdoor seating
54 locals recommend
Dromedary Urban Tiki Bar
266 Irving AvePerfect spot bc it’s around the corner and has outdoor seating
Good bar snacks and biggest TVs in the area w/ good drinks and bartenders. Cool retro vibe def great for the gram
39 locals recommend
Pizza Party
254 Irving AveGood bar snacks and biggest TVs in the area w/ good drinks and bartenders. Cool retro vibe def great for the gram
Pine Box Rock Shop
12 Grattan StCool beer bar in the area
Carmelo’s
1544 Dekalb AveChill dive bar with pool tables upstairs. Cash only?*
Traveler advice
Getting around
Subway Beats All
The L train is your best friend. But the m train, if she’s running correctly is actually the best. Takes you through Williamsburg, west village, 14th all the way to Rockefeller. Plus it’s above ground so views! BUY AN UNLIMITED METRO CARD if you’re getting on and off the train and not taking cabs.
Ways to save
Free / cheap
Always ask if there’s happy hr/drink specials • Make reservations where you know you want to go • Unlimited metro card for the week is worth it • Some museums are free during the week (check website) • Seated the app gives points for dining! • Google maps is your best friend
What to pack
For your trip
Walking shoes • Umbrella/rain coat • Sweatshirt/sleeves • Alert credit cards you’re traveling • Have a diff ID besides passport so you don’t possibly lose it while out! • Don’t put wallet in pocket (falls/stolen)