Melissa’s guidebook

Melissa
Melissa’s guidebook

Local Hot Spots

Here's a mix of local hot spots that may be useful during your stay!
Family owned & operated. Great prices, amazing food! Recommend calling in advance for a reservation. My go-to is the meat ravioli!
23 yerel halk öneriyor
Joe's
6611 Forest Ave
23 yerel halk öneriyor
Family owned & operated. Great prices, amazing food! Recommend calling in advance for a reservation. My go-to is the meat ravioli!
The perfect brunch spot. Friendly service, cute atmosphere, vegetarian options available, and carafe mimosas!
55 yerel halk öneriyor
Julia's Beer and Wine Bar
818 Woodward Ave
55 yerel halk öneriyor
The perfect brunch spot. Friendly service, cute atmosphere, vegetarian options available, and carafe mimosas!
The quintessential lil' coffee shop. Delectable pastries, affordable sandwiches for b'fast & lunch, and they sell jewelry made by local vendors!
66 yerel halk öneriyor
Norma's Corner Shoppe
59-02 Catalpa Ave
66 yerel halk öneriyor
The quintessential lil' coffee shop. Delectable pastries, affordable sandwiches for b'fast & lunch, and they sell jewelry made by local vendors!
Not your typical "tiki" bar but these guys are definitely knowledgeable in their rum! We know the owner from various Bushwick bars, his name is Austin - a rad dude! They've got great food...I'm a sucker for the chicken tenders paired with a shot & a beer.
Paradise Lounge
678 Woodward Ave
Not your typical "tiki" bar but these guys are definitely knowledgeable in their rum! We know the owner from various Bushwick bars, his name is Austin - a rad dude! They've got great food...I'm a sucker for the chicken tenders paired with a shot & a beer.
This place is one of our staples. It's spacious, has bar arcade games, a pool table, and I must say...some of the BEST bar food to ever exist. The guy Fernando and his staff whip up the perfect concoctions for a hangover or simply when it's late and you want fried pizza rolls. Win win!
21 yerel halk öneriyor
Aunt Ginny's
652 Woodward Ave
21 yerel halk öneriyor
This place is one of our staples. It's spacious, has bar arcade games, a pool table, and I must say...some of the BEST bar food to ever exist. The guy Fernando and his staff whip up the perfect concoctions for a hangover or simply when it's late and you want fried pizza rolls. Win win!
Need a little take-away from your NYC visit? This women-owned & operated boutique has pretty much everything from NY-made crafts to CBD oil. They also have a wide selection of fun-gimmicky cards. These ladies are the best.
7 yerel halk öneriyor
Stay Forever
818 Woodward Ave
7 yerel halk öneriyor
Need a little take-away from your NYC visit? This women-owned & operated boutique has pretty much everything from NY-made crafts to CBD oil. They also have a wide selection of fun-gimmicky cards. These ladies are the best.
One stop shop for a cup of joe & a new book for the plane ride home! They have a section of used comics and discounted books. We have a punch card for you to use ;)
46 yerel halk öneriyor
Topos Bookstore Cafe
788 Woodward Ave
46 yerel halk öneriyor
One stop shop for a cup of joe & a new book for the plane ride home! They have a section of used comics and discounted books. We have a punch card for you to use ;)
This is our little gem of a cocktail bar. Incredibly tiny but just the perfect vibe for a quick little nightcap. The vibe is intimate and cozy.
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Sundown bar
68-38 Forest Avenue
10 yerel halk öneriyor
This is our little gem of a cocktail bar. Incredibly tiny but just the perfect vibe for a quick little nightcap. The vibe is intimate and cozy.
Forgot something? This discount store probably could cover you. Located just around the corner.
Dollar General
1815 Gates Ave
Forgot something? This discount store probably could cover you. Located just around the corner.
Need a quick wash? This place is right around the corner next to the pizza place (Julie's). It's cheaper than the Mega Wash down Gates Ave. $1.75 wash and at least $1.50 to dry.
Soapy Suds Laundromatl
o675 Onderdonk Ave
Need a quick wash? This place is right around the corner next to the pizza place (Julie's). It's cheaper than the Mega Wash down Gates Ave. $1.75 wash and at least $1.50 to dry.
If you're in a hurry and just need to grab a quick coffee before venturing out, Café M is right at the bottom of the Seneca M station next to Crown Fried Chicken. They've got good bagels, too.
Cafe M Seneca
709 Seneca Ave
If you're in a hurry and just need to grab a quick coffee before venturing out, Café M is right at the bottom of the Seneca M station next to Crown Fried Chicken. They've got good bagels, too.
This is a good but busy work place if you're here to do some freelance work or catch up on emails. It's one of the more spacious coffee shops in the hood. Great coffee and super good bagel sandwiches. Outdoor seating as well.
139 yerel halk öneriyor
Milk & Pull
181 Irving Ave
139 yerel halk öneriyor
This is a good but busy work place if you're here to do some freelance work or catch up on emails. It's one of the more spacious coffee shops in the hood. Great coffee and super good bagel sandwiches. Outdoor seating as well.
If you're like me, you like to collect at least something vintage from a different town so here you go!
FEELS Vintage Vinyl Home
11385 Curated vintage
If you're like me, you like to collect at least something vintage from a different town so here you go!
Small cozy cocktail bar. They do "shitty movie" nights and bingo. There's live music sometimes. The environment is like your parents' basement in the 70s. They have board games and a little mini library. A place to check out for sure.
29 yerel halk öneriyor
The Bad Old Days
1684 Woodbine St
29 yerel halk öneriyor
Small cozy cocktail bar. They do "shitty movie" nights and bingo. There's live music sometimes. The environment is like your parents' basement in the 70s. They have board games and a little mini library. A place to check out for sure.
This place has good momo!
14 yerel halk öneriyor
While in Kathmandu
758 Seneca Ave
14 yerel halk öneriyor
This place has good momo!
Pinball bar. Need I say more? ...except, nice backyard space. Also, my roommate is beyond regular status there.
28 yerel halk öneriyor
Milo's Yard
564 Seneca Ave
28 yerel halk öneriyor
Pinball bar. Need I say more? ...except, nice backyard space. Also, my roommate is beyond regular status there.
Maybe catch a show here and discover some local bands! No events? No problem. It's also a good typical dive.
14 yerel halk öneriyor
The Footlight Bar
552 Grandview Ave
14 yerel halk öneriyor
Maybe catch a show here and discover some local bands! No events? No problem. It's also a good typical dive.
Like to dance? Need to let loose? HOY is a theatrical atmosphere that hosts themed events and given how relatively close it is...could be worth experiencing. If you hop on the site early enough, you could snag a free RSVP before a certain entry time otherwise it can get spendy. From the Myrtle/Wyckoff L (only 4 blocks away), it's 2 stops on Jefferson. Lots to explore on Wyckoff Ave which in that area is considered Bushwick. If it's nice, you can walk back...if you prefer a car (esp after a night out), it's a cheap fare!
552 yerel halk öneriyor
House of Yes
2 Wyckoff Avenue
552 yerel halk öneriyor
Like to dance? Need to let loose? HOY is a theatrical atmosphere that hosts themed events and given how relatively close it is...could be worth experiencing. If you hop on the site early enough, you could snag a free RSVP before a certain entry time otherwise it can get spendy. From the Myrtle/Wyckoff L (only 4 blocks away), it's 2 stops on Jefferson. Lots to explore on Wyckoff Ave which in that area is considered Bushwick. If it's nice, you can walk back...if you prefer a car (esp after a night out), it's a cheap fare!
For your grocery needs, this place is the closest for your basics.
12 yerel halk öneriyor
Vitelio's Marketplace
1883 Madison St
12 yerel halk öneriyor
For your grocery needs, this place is the closest for your basics.
Best breakfast burritos. Homemade batch juices (like strawberry horchata, hibiscus, watermelon -- changes daily). It's about a 10-15 walk but worth it.
6 yerel halk öneriyor
Burrito Republic
59-15 71st Ave
6 yerel halk öneriyor
Best breakfast burritos. Homemade batch juices (like strawberry horchata, hibiscus, watermelon -- changes daily). It's about a 10-15 walk but worth it.
Another cute boutique if you're shopping for local gifts or little take-aways.
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Saint Seneca Store
788 Woodward Ave
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Another cute boutique if you're shopping for local gifts or little take-aways.
Spanish Mediterranean Café with good eats! Known for their churros and signature rose lattés!
Café Esencia
68-38 Forest Ave
Spanish Mediterranean Café with good eats! Known for their churros and signature rose lattés!