The Bed-Stuy House Neighborhood Guide
If you’re new to the area, we understand how tough that can be. We have members coming from all over the world and many of them at the start didn’t know much about America, let alone the mixed neighbourhood of Bed-Stuyvesant! Let us help you with some of the basics, so you can start exploring the neighborhood almost immediately.
Subway/Travel
It's really up to you, but here are the main ways to get to Manhattan!
The M train - Myrtle Avenue
The M train is a 7-minute walk from the House. Just make a left when you exit the House, another left on either Marcus Garvey Boulevard or Lewis Avenue, then make a right on Myrtle Avenue.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 7 minutes; bike: 2 minutes
The G Train - Myrtle-Willoughby Ave
The G train is a little further than the M-train, but still conveniently located with just about 10-minutes’ walk from the House. To get there, make a right when you exit the House, then make a right once you’ve made it to Marcy Avenue. Walk three blocks and voila, you’ve reached the Myrtle-Willoughby Ave.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 10 minutes; bike: 3 minutes
Gym
Having a tough time finding your new gym? here are some options below
Planet Fitness - 777 Broadway, Brooklyn
Planet Fitness promises a judgment-free zone for its members, by providing a comfortable, safe and energetic environment. It is also affordable, with membership prices starting at just $10 a month!
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 10 minutes; bike: 5 minutes
Crunch - Bushwick - 785 Flushing Ave, Brooklyn
The basic membership at Crunch will cost you only $10 per month. With just $10 extra, you will also get access to group fitness classes and live video workouts!
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 11 minutes; bike: 4 minutes
CrossFit Outbreak Bed Stuy - 1107, 492 Throop Ave, Brooklyn
"CrossFit makes people better". That's the gym's motto. It does this by promoting workouts as a movement and a lifestyle. So head here if fun and interesting workouts are your "thing".
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 12 minutes; bike: 6 minutes
Groceries
Looking to grab quick groceries? There are plenty of options you can pick from, but we have narrowed them down to four that suit your every need.
Gawad Deli Grocery - 207 Hart St, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 2 minutes; bike: 1 minute
Al Hajjaji Food Corp. - 107 Hart St, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 6 minutes; bike: 1 minute
Natural Mini Market - Kosciuszko St, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 6 minutes; walk: 8 minutes; bike: 3 minutes
Bravo Supermarkets - 844 DeKalb Ave, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 5 minutes; bike: 2 minutes
Junior’s Food Outlets - 994 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 5 minutes; bike: 2 minutes
Coffee shops
Need your morning fix? Here are some places hand picked for you
Marcy & Myrtle Cafe - 574 Marcy Avenue, Brooklyn
This is one of the places in the neighborhood that had immediately caught our eyes. Both the exterior and interior designs make for amazing photographs! It doesn't hurt that their coffee and pastries are also mouth-watering.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 8 minutes; walk: 10 minutes; bike: 2 minutes
Brooklyn Whiskers - 760 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn
This cafe is heaven-sent for vegans. It specializes in plant-based pastries and other Insta-worthy custom creations.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 13 minutes; walk: 14 minutes; bike: 5 minutes
Bedford Hill Coffee Bar - 343 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn
Bedford Hill Coffee Bar claims to be an ideal spot for first-time dates, meetings between long lost friends, and everyday visitors. We agree! Besides coffee and tea, it also serves beer and wine.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 15 minutes; walk: 24 minutes; bike: 7 minutes
Ange Noir Cafe - 247 Varet St
Do you want a taste of France? The head on to the Ange Noir Cafe which is owned and operated by a French couple. The cafe has options that cater to all types of dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten-free fare.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 19 minutes; walk: 20 minutes; bike: 7 minutes
Coworking Space
BKYLN Commons - 774 Broadway Avenue, Brooklyn
BKLYN Commons is an ever-growing coworking community of entrepreneurs, small business owners, and remote employees. As a member of BKC, you'll have access to gorgeous workspaces, unique common areas, business-grade printers, flexible conference rooms, and numerous monthly networking events!
Looking for an office close to home? Take a tour at BKLYN Commons. BKYLN is a partnered with Outpost Club, and they are excited to offer all of the Outpost community 25% the first two months when they join BKLYN Commons. The locations are BEAUTIFUL and their Bushwick location is near to the Bed-Stuy house!
Food
The neighborhood offers an unlimited variety of eateries at affordable prices. Here are a few that we recommend, based on the input provided by our former and current members.
BKLYN Blend - 194 Tompkins Ave, Brooklyn
This neighborhood joint looks simple from the outside. But it offers tasty and authentic Balkan delicacies that you have to try out!
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 6 minutes; walk: 6 minutes; bike: 1 minute
Little Skips - 941 Willoughby Ave, Brooklyn
Head here if you're into high-quality yet affordable sandwiches. The two we would recommend are the cafe's Vegan LBT - made with smokey maple tempeh bacon, tomato, mixed greens and house-made vegan cilantro-lime aioli, served on wheat toast - and The Norwegian -made with goat cheese, smoked salmon, tomato, avocado, red onion, mixed greens & honey-lemon vinaigrette, served on grilled multigrain.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 9 minutes; walk: 13 minutes; bike: 6 minutes
Rocco Pizza - 765 Dekalb Ave Brooklyn
A slice of pizza costs only $2! Check out Rocco’s specialty pizzas too. Our suggestion? Eat in rather than take-away. Because the interior design will make you feel like you’re dining in a small, family-owned restaurant in Italy. Buon Appetito!
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 5 minutes; walk: 7 minutes; bike: 2 minutes
Fermento - 1412, 358 Kosciuszko St, Brooklyn
Fermento offers food all day long. It’s a great spot for those who care, and want to contribute towards the preservation of the environment.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 4 minutes; bike: 2 minutes
Nightlife
Alphaville
This versatile space has something for everyone. So go and enjoy the good food and drinks here, while being accompanied by live music.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 17 minutes; walk: 21 minutes; bike: 9 minutes
Bizarre Bushwick - 12 Jefferson St, Brooklyn
“Assorted Madness and The Unexpected.”
According to the New York Magazine, the owner of Bizarre are filmmakers. This is definitely translated in the monthly shows this space organizes. Go check it out!
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 9 minutes; walk: 11 minutes; bike: 5 minutes
Wine-o
This bar offers a variety of wines, including those that are made with grapes grown without synthetic chemicals. It also organizes a "tasting evening" every Friday. Now that would make for great and educational night out.
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 9 minutes; bike: 2 minutes
Parks
One thing we love about this neighborhood is how it is surrounded by parks. If you ever need to wind down from a stressful day, a simple 20-30 minutes around the various parks here would definitely do the magic.
Herbert Von King Park - Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 11 minutes; bike: 4 minutes
Pulaski Park
Pulaski Park
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - walk: 1 minute; bike: 1 minute
Marcy Park - 753 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 12 minutes; walk: 13 minutes; bike: 3 minutes
Post office
United States Postal Service - 47 Debevoise St, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 11 minutes; walk: 13 minutes; bike: 5 minutes
US Post Office - 21 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 11 minutes; walk: 15 minutes; bike: 5 minutes
United States Postal Service - 609 Myrtle Ave Ste A, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - bus: 17 minutes; walk: 22 minutes; bike: 6 minutes
United States Postal Service - 1369 Broadway, Brooklyn
Distance from the Bed-Stuy House - train: 15 minutes; bus: 18 minutes; walk: 23 minutes; bike: 9 minutes
THAT'S ALL FOR NOW! WE CONSIDER THIS A LIVING DOCUMENT, SO IF YOU HAVE ANY SUGGESTION OF PLACES TO ADD, OR TIPS FOR THE PLACES ALREADY ON THE LIST, LET US KNOW! YOU CAN comment below or EMAIL US AT [email protected]
