Guidebook for Brooklyn
Food Scene
Deeeelicious pizza that is very close...but if you're up for a walk I would recommend Ogliastro.
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Barboncino Pizza
781 Franklin AveDeeeelicious pizza that is very close...but if you're up for a walk I would recommend Ogliastro.
J's Wong
717 Franklin AveBest cheap Chinese food in the neighborhood. Hands down.
My absolute favorite brunch place...and that's not just because it's steps from my front door. The mole sauce is mouthwatering.
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Chavela's
736 Franklin AveMy absolute favorite brunch place...and that's not just because it's steps from my front door. The mole sauce is mouthwatering.
Delicious and cheap Indian food. And Baliwood videos play on a large screen at the back of the restaurant.
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Bombay Masala
678 Franklin AvenueDelicious and cheap Indian food. And Baliwood videos play on a large screen at the back of the restaurant.
This place has very good ramen, especially its vegan-friendly miso one. It generally has long wait times, but it is always worth it.
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Chuko
565 Vanderbilt AveThis place has very good ramen, especially its vegan-friendly miso one. It generally has long wait times, but it is always worth it.
A neighborhood gem with fresh juices, smoothies, and wheatgrass. They also have vegan patties, though their vegan muffins are my favorite.
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Veggies Natural Juice Bar
785 Franklin AveA neighborhood gem with fresh juices, smoothies, and wheatgrass. They also have vegan patties, though their vegan muffins are my favorite.
The most delicious and interesting pizza we've found in the neighborhood.
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Ogliastro Pizza Bar
784 Washington AveThe most delicious and interesting pizza we've found in the neighborhood.
A great place to get a drink and some unique, delicious food and share a table with friendly strangers. There is a big bar, outdoor seating, and booths with food from several restaurants with quirky Brooklyn fare.
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BERG'N
899 Bergen StA great place to get a drink and some unique, delicious food and share a table with friendly strangers. There is a big bar, outdoor seating, and booths with food from several restaurants with quirky Brooklyn fare.
Everything Else
770 Franklin Ave
770 Franklin Avenue24 Hour Laundromat
Chase Bank
726 Grand StA nearby bank.
Essentials
24-hour grocery that has all of the essentials as well as a few delightfully surprising treats.
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Nam's Fruit Market
769 Franklin Ave24-hour grocery that has all of the essentials as well as a few delightfully surprising treats.
Though it is a little pricey, you can't beat the location. There is also a cute little sushi bar in the back of the store!
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Pine Tree Natural Organic Land
744 Franklin AveThough it is a little pricey, you can't beat the location. There is also a cute little sushi bar in the back of the store!
Capital One Bank
341 Eastern PkwyAnother bank.
Drinks & Nightlife
A wonderful and friendly beer bar that never gets too crowded or obnoxious. The beer selection changes weekly and you are always welcome to sample as many of the beers as you like.
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Covenhoven
730 Classon AveA wonderful and friendly beer bar that never gets too crowded or obnoxious. The beer selection changes weekly and you are always welcome to sample as many of the beers as you like.
This is a great speakeasy style bar with excellent cocktails. They make the best white russian I have ever tasted, and they'll also custom mix drinks according to your preferences. Always delicious.
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Weather Up
589 Vanderbilt AveThis is a great speakeasy style bar with excellent cocktails. They make the best white russian I have ever tasted, and they'll also custom mix drinks according to your preferences. Always delicious.
Sightseeing
Grand Army Plaza is a grand arch and fountain at the entrance to Prospect Park. I like stroll over and go to the farmer's market there on Saturday mornings.
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Grand Army Plaza
Flatbush AvenueGrand Army Plaza is a grand arch and fountain at the entrance to Prospect Park. I like stroll over and go to the farmer's market there on Saturday mornings.
Shopping
This is a charming wine and liquor store. The staff are knowledgable and have great recommendations. Their liquor selection is well curated and often include booze from local distillers.
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Wino(t)
796 Franklin AveThis is a charming wine and liquor store. The staff are knowledgable and have great recommendations. Their liquor selection is well curated and often include booze from local distillers.