So you are in one of the hippest neighborhoods in the world, but you only have a day to make the most of it. Read on to find out 10 things to do in 24 Hours BK style baby!
7:00am
Generally I’m not a morning person, and like the super models of the 90’s who only got out of bed for a certain dollar amount, the fresh donuts at “Dough” are enough to get the sleepiest of cases out of bed! Once you had a bite of the tasty, homemade, little wonders you will want more. Start your morning right and grab a half-dozen or mas to take with you on your 24-hr trek through BK.
Dough: 305 Franklin Avenue
Neighborhood: Bedford- Stuyvesant/Clinton Hills
7:30am
From “Dough” walk over to Mike’s Coffee Shop, a no frills, ol’ school diner serving locals breakfast staples. Choose the yummy French toast, dusted with cinnamon & sugar, grab a side of corn beef hash, and southern style grits for a hearty start to the day.
Mikes Coffee Shop: 328 DeKalb Avenue (btw Hall & St. James)
Neighborhood: Clinton Hills
A/C/G trains to Clinton & Washington
8:30am
Roll out of the shop & take a walk down to Ft. Greene to check out some of the unique boutiques of Fulton Street.
10:00am
In the mood for some early morning release? Check out Body By Brooklyn, grab the basic wet package that allows you to go back and forth between their sauna and Jacuzzi. Hungry? Grab a snack while you’re there and for sure take a nap. You need your energy!
Body By Brooklyn: 275 Park Avenue (btw Waverly & Washington Avenue)
Neighborhood: Clinton Hills
G trains to Clinton & Washington
1:00pm
Hungry? Hop on the train and work your way over to Nighthawk Cinemas, the Indie movie spot serving up more than just your average flick. “Nighthawk’s” staff quietly shuffles through the aisle to take your food & bevy order with ease before and during your film. Have a beer or a cocktail themed to your movie choice with your burger & fries. Yep booze & great food it’s a win-win. Tip: arrive early to get a good seat & place your order.
Nitehawk Cinemas: 136 Metropolitan Avenue (btw Wythe Ave. & Berry St.)
Neighborhood: Williamsburg-North Side
L train to Bedford Avenue
4:00pm
Need a pick me up? Walk over to Blue Bottle Coffee Co. for coffee or a latte that will knock your socks off!
Blue Bottle Coffee Co. : 160 Berry Street (btw 5th & 6th St.)
Neighborhood: Williamsburg-North Side
L train to Bedford Avenue
6:00pm
Brooklyn Vintage 2010 anyone? Yes, Brooklyn has its own winery and they want you to be a part of the fun too. Stop by & pick up a bottle of Bk’s own or get personal and make your own! While you’re there, have a tasty merienda and try some wine & cheese!
Brooklyn Winery: 213 N. 8th Street (btw Driggs Avenue & Roebling St.)
Neighborhood: Williamsburg-North Side
L train to Bedford Avenue/Lorimer
8:30pm
Buttermilk Channel has an eclectic Americana menu serving up comfort food with flair! Try the BBQ oysters and cheddar waffles with a side of fried chicken. Tip: Pace yourself.
Buttermilk Channel: 524 Court Street (btw Nelson & Huntington St.)
Neighborhood: Carroll Gardens
F/G to Carroll/Smith-9 Street
10:30/11:00pm
“The Gutter” is about Bowling & Beer! The self described “dive” bowling hall has ol’ School bowling at its best, a place where you actually go bowl & have a good time as opposed to just being seen.
The Gutter: 200 N 14th Street
Neighborhood: Williamsburg-North Side/ Greenpoint
L train to Bedford Avenue/G train to Nassau
1:00am
Still going? It’s time for “Duck-Duck” for drinks & music. The spot is a major pull to the tucked away establishment on Montrose. If you’re a child of the late 70’s early 80’s and enjoy ol’ school hip-hop you will get lost in the tunes and find yourself creating your own little dance floor while sipping the affordable drinks from the bar. It’s fun, non-pretensions & a guaranteed good time.
Duck-Duck: 161 Montrose Avenue (btw Graham Ave & Humboldt St.)
Neighborhood: East Williamsburg
J/M to Lorimer/L Montrose Avenue
4:00am
“Mocha-hookah” is a 24-hour hookah bar, and what better way to keep the momentum of your 24hr Brooklyn quest then by chilling out with your favorite hookah flavor. Grab a coffee to go and keep on moving (you still have 3 hrs. to go, no sleep remember).
Mocha-hookah: 183 Atlantic Avenue (btw Court & Clinton St.)
Neighborhood: Brooklyn Heights
2/3/4/5 to Borough Hall/N/R to Court St
5:30am
Before you hit the pillow, make your way to the Brooklyn Promenade to watch the sunrise with an amazing view!
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Brooklyn Promenade: btw Joralemon St. and Grace Ct.
Neighborhood: Brooklyn Heights
2/3 Clark St/A/C High St/N/R Court St
nyharborparks.org/visit/brhe.html
7:00am
Need sleep? Check out the Nu Hotel on Smith. The Nu Hotel is the kind of place you would be proud to let your parents stay if they come for a visit! On a bit of a budget? No worries the New York Loft Hostel is a great establishment in Bushwick that has great accommodations as well. Enjoy!
Nu Hotel: 85 Smith Street (btw State St. & Atlantic Ave)
Neighborhood: Brooklyn Heights/Downtown Brooklyn
A/C/G Hoyt & Schermerhorn/2/3 Hoyt St
New York Loft Hostel
New York Loft Hostel: 249 Varet Street (btw Bogart & White St.)
Neighborhood: East Williamsburg/Bushwick
J/M Flushing/L Morgan
For more ideas on how to do BK the right way check out travelwithzeal.com, a boutique Brooklyn based travel agency specializing in giving you and your groups an unforgettable Brooklyn experience.
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