Chris's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Prospect Park is a beautiful oasis full of sprawling lawns, trails, lakes, ball fields, bike paths & more. Brooklyn’s version of Central Park.
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Prospect Park
Prospect Park is a beautiful oasis full of sprawling lawns, trails, lakes, ball fields, bike paths & more. Brooklyn’s version of Central Park.
Food scene
Featured in the Adam Sandler film Big Daddy. Some of the best pizza in Brooklyn. CASH ONLY!
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Luigi's Pizza
686 5th AveFeatured in the Adam Sandler film Big Daddy. Some of the best pizza in Brooklyn. CASH ONLY!
Great local coffee and breakfast spot that’s just across the street.
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Tin Cup Cafe
719 4th AveGreat local coffee and breakfast spot that’s just across the street.
Pablito's
723 5th AveDelicious Mexican food with massive burritos!
South Slope Ramen
651 5th AveIf you like Ramen, this is definitely the place to go!
China Delight
722 4th AveAlways fresh and delicious Chinese food right on the corner!
Cafe with delicious pastries, cakes, and shelves lined with assortments of collectibles - all for sale!
Yardsale cafe
620 5th AveCafe with delicious pastries, cakes, and shelves lined with assortments of collectibles - all for sale!
THE local frozen margarita spot also has tasty taco truck food and a sprawling outdoor seating area.
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Chilo's
323 Franklin AveTHE local frozen margarita spot also has tasty taco truck food and a sprawling outdoor seating area.
Delicious bread made on site and our #1 local spot for reasonably priced, tasty breakfast sandwiches and coffee.
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Baked In Brooklyn
755 5th AveDelicious bread made on site and our #1 local spot for reasonably priced, tasty breakfast sandwiches and coffee.
Bagel Pub
287 9th StSome of the best bagels in Brooklyn!
Battle Hill Tavern
686 6th AveDelicious food and our go-to for brick oven pizza. A neighborhood favorite.
Indoor/Outdoor food hall with games and a fireplace in a former gas station.
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Greenwood Park
555 7th AveIndoor/Outdoor food hall with games and a fireplace in a former gas station.
WINNER
367 7th AveSome of the very best sandwiches in the area.
Eastern European inspired comfort food and some of the best burgers in the neighborhood
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Korzo
667 5th AveEastern European inspired comfort food and some of the best burgers in the neighborhood
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
700 W 125th StDelicious BBQ in a spacious rustic setting!
Absolutely delish Empanadas - they’re open late, so they’re my favorite bite on the way home from the bar!
Empanada Loca
606 5th AveAbsolutely delish Empanadas - they’re open late, so they’re my favorite bite on the way home from the bar!
Shopping
Whether your looking for cool shops, food & drinks, or some sightseeing, Industry City has it all. A massive manufacturing and retail hub housed in historic warehouse buildings, Industry City is a destination complex outfitted with unique stores and experiences across a campus of public plazas.
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Ciudad Industrial
220 36th StWhether your looking for cool shops, food & drinks, or some sightseeing, Industry City has it all. A massive manufacturing and retail hub housed in historic warehouse buildings, Industry City is a destination complex outfitted with unique stores and experiences across a campus of public plazas.
Fresh farmer's market produce, gourmet cheeses in an industrial setting. Some of the freshest produce at the best prices in the neighborhood.
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Rossman Farms
770 3rd AveFresh farmer's market produce, gourmet cheeses in an industrial setting. Some of the freshest produce at the best prices in the neighborhood.
Music Matters
413B 7th AveNew and used records
Entertainment
Home to the Brooklyn Nets, Barclays Center also hosts myriad events and concerts.
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Barclays Center
620 Atlantic AveHome to the Brooklyn Nets, Barclays Center also hosts myriad events and concerts.
Want dinner and a movie? At Nighthawk, waiters serve anything from snacks to meals and cocktails while you watch!
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Nitehawk Prospect Park
188 Prospect Park WestWant dinner and a movie? At Nighthawk, waiters serve anything from snacks to meals and cocktails while you watch!
Bars and Nightlife
The most inclusive and highly regarded local gay bar. Great cocktails, company, and drag shows.
Good Judy
563 5th AvenueThe most inclusive and highly regarded local gay bar. Great cocktails, company, and drag shows.
Mama Tried
787 3rd AveLocal bar with a great aesthetic and even better cocktails. Live music on back patio.
Great food and cocktails among fish tanks in a nautical themed bar with a back porch.
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Sea Witch
703 5th AveGreat food and cocktails among fish tanks in a nautical themed bar with a back porch.
Black Horse Pub
568 5th AveA local sports bar with a good vibe and tasty drinks
Freddy's Bar
627 5th AveQuirky bar with divey vibes and live performances
Neighborhoods
Park Slope is a name-brand Brooklyn neighborhood known for its organic food markets and picturesque, pedestrian-friendly sidewalks. Prospect Park, charming cafes, and plenty of public amenities contribute to the neighborhood's small-town vibe.
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Park Slope
Park Slope is a name-brand Brooklyn neighborhood known for its organic food markets and picturesque, pedestrian-friendly sidewalks. Prospect Park, charming cafes, and plenty of public amenities contribute to the neighborhood's small-town vibe.
Eclectic and multiethnic, Sunset Park is a quintessential Brooklyn neighborhood named after its namesake park which boasts stunning views of the Manhattan skyline.
Sunset Park is also home to Brooklyn’s vibrant Chinatown and Industry City.
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Sunset Park
Eclectic and multiethnic, Sunset Park is a quintessential Brooklyn neighborhood named after its namesake park which boasts stunning views of the Manhattan skyline.
Sunset Park is also home to Brooklyn’s vibrant Chinatown and Industry City.
A little bit Park Slope, a little bit Sunset Park, this diverse enclave boasts views of the Statue of Liberty and is famous for its namesake cemetery. The housing stock is made up of an eclectic mix of wood framed homes and brick townhouses built for dock workers in the early 20th century, with a recent influx of modern apartments and condos.
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Greenwood Heights
A little bit Park Slope, a little bit Sunset Park, this diverse enclave boasts views of the Statue of Liberty and is famous for its namesake cemetery. The housing stock is made up of an eclectic mix of wood framed homes and brick townhouses built for dock workers in the early 20th century, with a recent influx of modern apartments and condos.
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Grocery Delivery
There are a handful of 15 minute Grocery delivery services that are a surprisingly good value. Download the Getr, Gorillas, or GoPuff apps to get essentials and snacks delivered in 15 minutes or less by a bike courier. Prices are generally well below local grocery store and bodega prices. Just make sure to add a small tip for your courier!
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Food Delivery
If you want to try local food but want to stay in, in addition to UberEats, Seamless GrubHub are the way to go. Download either app to have virtually any restaurant deliver dinner to your door!