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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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.