Seema’s guidebook
Restaurants
Great for brunch but go early (before noon) on weekends! They have outdoor seating in the back.
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Cheryl's Global Soul
236 Underhill AveGreat for brunch but go early (before noon) on weekends! They have outdoor seating in the back.
Chavela's
736 Franklin AvePopular and delicious Mexican spot in the neighborhood.
Barboncino Pizza
781 Franklin AveExcellent pizza spot in the neighborhood.
Cafe Rue Dix
1451 Bedford AveSenegalese restaurant with a fun vibe and great music.
Sweet Basil
670 Franklin AveMy favorite Thai spot in the neighborhood.
Bars
This is at the end of the block. Fun, casual bar with lots of outdoor seating.
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Franklin Park
618 St Johns PlThis is at the end of the block. Fun, casual bar with lots of outdoor seating.
Bearded Lady
686A Washington AveDelicious cocktails!
Slightly off the beaten track, but the backyard is gorgeous! You'll feel like you're in Cuba. Try the Painkiller, my favorite summer drink.
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Super Power
722 Nostrand Ave.Slightly off the beaten track, but the backyard is gorgeous! You'll feel like you're in Cuba. Try the Painkiller, my favorite summer drink.
Attractions
Prospect Park is a great place for people-watching and picnicking. If you're here in the summer, check out the Celebrate Brooklyn schedule for free concerts.
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Prospect Park Bandshell
141 Prospect Park WestProspect Park is a great place for people-watching and picnicking. If you're here in the summer, check out the Celebrate Brooklyn schedule for free concerts.
A peaceful, beautiful oasis in the city.
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Giardino Botanico di Brooklyn
990 Washington AveA peaceful, beautiful oasis in the city.
Excellent Egyptian collection and amazing rotating exhibits. Check the website for the latest. If you're here the first Saturday of the month, the Museum is open late and free with a slate of performances, talks, etc.
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Museo di Brooklyn
200 Eastern PkwyExcellent Egyptian collection and amazing rotating exhibits. Check the website for the latest. If you're here the first Saturday of the month, the Museum is open late and free with a slate of performances, talks, etc.
One of my favorite parks in the city with incredible art and architecture all along the path. Excellent views of the Hudson River. If you're on the High Line, you may want to stop by Chelsea Market or the Whitney Museum.
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High Line Park
One of my favorite parks in the city with incredible art and architecture all along the path. Excellent views of the Hudson River. If you're on the High Line, you may want to stop by Chelsea Market or the Whitney Museum.