Guidebook for Brooklyn
Drinks & Nightlife
Great patio, snacks and live entertainment, not to mention the drinks. Also the owner edits these crazy video loops that play on the TV above the bar. Always amusing.
82 locals recommend
Freddy's Bar
627 5th AveGreat patio, snacks and live entertainment, not to mention the drinks. Also the owner edits these crazy video loops that play on the TV above the bar. Always amusing.
Pork Slope
247 5th AvenueDo you like pork? Eat here.
Locals love it. Find a couch and sit in front of a fire. The drinks are bad either. :)
186 locals recommend
Union Hall
702 Union StLocals love it. Find a couch and sit in front of a fire. The drinks are bad either. :)
Vegetarian and vegan options. Interesting selection of local beers and ciders. And pickles! Stop in for dinner or even just a snack. YUM!
Pickle Shack
67 35th StVegetarian and vegan options. Interesting selection of local beers and ciders. And pickles! Stop in for dinner or even just a snack. YUM!
This gas station turned indoor/outdoor pub boasts 60 taps and bocce ball courts! Locals love it and you will too.
89 locals recommend
Greenwood Park
555 7th AveThis gas station turned indoor/outdoor pub boasts 60 taps and bocce ball courts! Locals love it and you will too.
Food Scene
Roots Cafe
639 5th AveGreat for morning coffee or to check out art from the locals.
Noodle soup made to order! Delicious food and you can even sit at the bar and watch. Cash only.
69 locals recommend
Naruto Ramen
1596 3rd AveNoodle soup made to order! Delicious food and you can even sit at the bar and watch. Cash only.
Great menu and atmosphere. Very chill. Definitely stop by for one of their house-made popsicles.
6 locals recommend
Sai Thai Kitchen
437 5th AveGreat menu and atmosphere. Very chill. Definitely stop by for one of their house-made popsicles.
Stop in for coffee and a sandwich and enjoy some people watching in their ample window seating.
38 locals recommend
The Bagel Factory
612 5th AveStop in for coffee and a sandwich and enjoy some people watching in their ample window seating.
Everything Else
Earth's Basket
599 4th AveOrganic produce and goods. Decent beer and cider selection.
5th Avenue Laundromat
674 5th AveGreat for drop off or self service.
The cherry blossoms and lilacs bloom in the spring for a few weeks and are simply magical. The rose garden blooms a few weeks later. It smells divine and attracts bunnies. :)
2030 locals recommend
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
990 Washington AveThe cherry blossoms and lilacs bloom in the spring for a few weeks and are simply magical. The rose garden blooms a few weeks later. It smells divine and attracts bunnies. :)
Hang out front and cool your feet in the fountains or head inside for some AC and architecture. Oh and books too. :)
383 locals recommend
Brooklyn Public Library
Hang out front and cool your feet in the fountains or head inside for some AC and architecture. Oh and books too. :)
Shopping
Right across the street in case you need to pick up a bottle. Friendly and knowledgable staff.
19 locals recommend
FreshDirect Wines & Spirits
3 5th AveRight across the street in case you need to pick up a bottle. Friendly and knowledgable staff.
Sightseeing
So much to do! Playgrounds, concerts, swimming, running and hiking! Or just lie in the grass and commune with nature.
3418 locals recommend
Prospect Park
So much to do! Playgrounds, concerts, swimming, running and hiking! Or just lie in the grass and commune with nature.
Grand Army Plaza
Flatbush AvenueHistorical landmark. Great photo op at the arch.
Arts & Culture
Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern PkwyCheck out the latest exhibit!
Essentials
Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket
Flatbush AvenueSupport local vendors and drop of your compost!