Guidebook for Brooklyn
Food Scene
Best pizza in NY hands down. Give yourself a lot of time and pick up some beer at a deli if you're going to eat there!
95 locals recommend
Di Fara Pizza
1424 Avenue JBest pizza in NY hands down. Give yourself a lot of time and pick up some beer at a deli if you're going to eat there!
al di la Trattoria
248 5th AveAmazing food.
King of Tandoor
600 Flatbush AveGood Indian Food--try the vegetarian special for 2, it's a steal.
Midwood Flats
577 Flatbush AveLocal pub with food.
Erv's
2122 Beekman PlCoffee shop during the day, cocktail bar at night. Live jazz on Mondays.
Drinks & Nightlife
Bluebird
504 Flatbush AveGreat vibe and outdoor seating area. Cheap drinks and good food.
Essentials
Lincoln Market
633 Marcy AveBrand new grocery store for pretty much anything you need.
Parks & Nature
Prospect Park
Less touristy than Central Park and right across the street!
Right down the block--free on Friday mornings this summer!
396 locals recommend
Botanic Garden station
Right down the block--free on Friday mornings this summer!
Getting Around
Sit in the front of the train on the way from Manhattan and you'll be closer to home.
7 locals recommend
Q Train
Sit in the front of the train on the way from Manhattan and you'll be closer to home.