Recreational Activities
Great place to cool off in the summer. Remember to bring a lock and swimsuit or else they will not let you in.
30 locals recommend
Kosciuszko Pool
670 Marcy AveGreat place to cool off in the summer. Remember to bring a lock and swimsuit or else they will not let you in.
For those who have YMCA memberships, they can visit the local YMCA which has a gym, classes, a pool, a steam room and more. It is closed at the moment due to cover, however they hope to open soon.
96 locals recommend
Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA
1121 Bedford AveFor those who have YMCA memberships, they can visit the local YMCA which has a gym, classes, a pool, a steam room and more. It is closed at the moment due to cover, however they hope to open soon.
Prospect Park
Equivalent to Central Park, this is a short bike ride away.
Great local park for kids to play or adults to spread a blanket and relax.
214 locals recommend
Herbert Von King Park
670 Lafayette AveGreat local park for kids to play or adults to spread a blanket and relax.
Food scene
If you love seafood you must go here, the fish is so fresh. You can buy raw fish for cooking or fresh off the grill sandwiches.
24 locals recommend
Shipwreck Seafood Boutique
348 Bedford AveIf you love seafood you must go here, the fish is so fresh. You can buy raw fish for cooking or fresh off the grill sandwiches.
If you are in the mood for a burger or chicken sandwich, you can't go wrong with the truffle burger or Nashville crispy chicken sandwich.
39 locals recommend
Home Frite
1047 Bedford AveIf you are in the mood for a burger or chicken sandwich, you can't go wrong with the truffle burger or Nashville crispy chicken sandwich.
You don't need to venture far for great wine. Order in advance and pick up for your convenience. They also make great recommendations and have a huge selection of chilled whites and Rosé wines.
16 locals recommend
Atlas Wine Merchants
1069 Bedford AveYou don't need to venture far for great wine. Order in advance and pick up for your convenience. They also make great recommendations and have a huge selection of chilled whites and Rosé wines.
Great beer, cocktails and awesome DJ. Generally play 90's hip hop, R&B and Reggae. Enjoy the BBQ jerk chicken often grilled right outside the bar.
365 locals recommend
Bed-Vyne Brew
370 Tompkins AveGreat beer, cocktails and awesome DJ. Generally play 90's hip hop, R&B and Reggae. Enjoy the BBQ jerk chicken often grilled right outside the bar.
Come here for the cuban lemonade (I recommend non-virgin) and the empanadas. Great cuban food.
Pilar Cuban Bakery
1074 Bedford AveCome here for the cuban lemonade (I recommend non-virgin) and the empanadas. Great cuban food.
Imani
271 Adelphi StSalt + Charcoal
171 Grand StWARUDE
385 Tompkins AveSPA
Best acupuncture and massage you will receive. What a great vibe. Enjoy their outdoor garden and feel like a cloud when you leave.
16 locals recommend
Life Wellness Center
376 Tompkins AveBest acupuncture and massage you will receive. What a great vibe. Enjoy their outdoor garden and feel like a cloud when you leave.
Coffee Shops
Great coffee and right next to the Biggie mural. Great Instagram shot.
38 locals recommend
Playground Coffee Shop
1114 Bedford AveGreat coffee and right next to the Biggie mural. Great Instagram shot.
Great coffee shop and is nestled on a great and trendy shopping street. Enjoy the designer clothing store housed within this shop for urban funky fashion.
122 locals recommend
Sincerely, Tommy
343 Tompkins AveGreat coffee shop and is nestled on a great and trendy shopping street. Enjoy the designer clothing store housed within this shop for urban funky fashion.
Across from Herbert Von King park, grab a cup of Joe and relax in the scenic setting.
57 locals recommend
Little Roy Coffee Co.
571 Greene AveAcross from Herbert Von King park, grab a cup of Joe and relax in the scenic setting.
public records
233 Butler StLocal Grocery
Preferred and recommended grocery store in the area. Well stocked and clean.
150 locals recommend
Metropolitan Citymarket
1142 Bedford AvePreferred and recommended grocery store in the area. Well stocked and clean.
City advice
Getting around
Citi Bike
On the corner of Bedford and Monroe in front of the YMCA
Getting around
Subway A/C and G
Access the A/C Trains at Nostrand and Fulton St.
Access the G train at Nostrand and Lafayette
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