
Bedford-Stuyvesant
A Brooklyn neighborhood full of character
Bed-Stuy, a vibrant neighborhood full of historical importance, has kept its character even with waves of visitors and new residents. It's a place where block parties, murals and the stomping grounds of Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z are still celebrated.
GUIDES & ESSENTIALS
Get to know the best of the neighborhood and see where hip-hop history was made.
Black-Owned Bed-Stuy Itinerary
Make an itinerary out of visiting Black-owned venues and attractions in this historic Brooklyn neighborhood.
This Bed-Stuy Gallery Has Tons of Notorious B.I.G-Inspired Art
Biggie fans, check out Brooklyn’s Bishop Gallery.
Hip-Hop Culture in Brooklyn
Trailblazing artists like the Notorious B.I.G. and Jay-Z came from the borough. Discover Brooklyn's enduring legacy, where rap legends and trendsetting fashion converge.
DINING IN BED-STUY
Bring your appetite for these must-try Bed-Stuy restaurants.
Peaches HotHouse
Slowly revolving ceiling fans, blues music, butcher-block tables and luscious baked goods on the counter give off a decided Southern feel.
Ursula
This New Mexican diner has quickly garnered a cult following.
For All Things Good
High-quality, homemade tortillas from heirloom corn define this cozy Mexican café and breakfast favorite.
Pilar Cuban Eatery
Cuban food aficionados take note: Pilar's menu belies the tiny size of this Bed-Stuy restaurant.
Cuts & Slices
A Bed-Stuy pizzeria has gone viral for its West Indian–influenced toppings like oxtail, curry and jerk chicken.
Bar Camillo
Be transported to Rome at this buzzy neighborhood bar and restaurant specializing in Roman-style pinsa pizza and negronis.
Dept of Culture
This Nigerian restaurant features a fixed-price menu served dinner-party style on a communal table.
BARS & NIGHTLIFE
Dive into Bed-Stuy nightlife with intimate jazz shows, local bars and, yes, monthly turtle races.
Brownstone Jazz
Brownstone Jazz, housed in a restored 1800s Victorian brownstone in Bedford-Stuyvesant, is a jazz venue with an authentic vibe.
The Holler
If a trip to the Holler leaves you feeling transported, don't worry, it's not the hurricane cocktails taking over.
Do or Dive
The folks behind Williamsburg’s Lucky Dog and Skinny Dennis open a neighborhood bar in Bed-Stuy.
All Night Skate
This stylish cocktail bar features a roller-skating theme, retro soundtrack and vintage arcade machines.
C'mon Everybody
This popular bar and nightclub located in Brooklyn’s Bed-Stuy neighborhood.
Turtles All the Way Down
This gritty Bedfor-Stuyvesant dive bar features monthly races of its two pet turtles.
Dick & Jane’s BarRoom
This clubby neighborhood bar and restaurant offers a full calendar of live music and DJ nights.
Therapy Wine Bar 2.0
Therapy Wine Bar 2.0 ioffers a variety of wines, cognac and cocktails from all over the world to pair with an eclectic tapas-style menu.
THINGS TO DO
Explore Bed-Stuy’s culture through its Black-owned shops and historic landmarks.
Weeksville Heritage Center
The center preserves the history of the free African American communities of Weeksville, Brooklyn.
The Notorious B.I.G. “King of New York” Mural
A 38-foot-tall tribute to legendary Brooklyn rapper The Notorious B.I.G stands in Bed-Stuy.
peace + RIOT
A Bed-Stuy stalwart, this chic home design store is a trove of kitchen and homeware, gifts and kids’ toys.
Byas & Leon
Check out a cultural hub and boutique specializing in sustainable vintage apparel, jewelry and home décor.
Brooklyn Tea
Brooklyn Tea opened this brick-and-mortar teahouse as a showcase for its high-quality infusions.
Bishop Gallery
This Black-owned art gallery champions local artists as well as the work of Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Ol’ Dirty Bastard Mural
An artistic homage to the founding Wu-Tang Clan member’s first solo album.
Sincerely, Tommy
This fashion and lifestyle Bed-Stuy pioneer pairs women’s apparel and accessories with a hip coffee bar.
Billie Holiday Theatre
A Bed-Stuy cornerstone since 1972, the 200-seat Billie Holiday Theatre is one of the neighborhood's few venues for live theater, focusing on work by Caribbean and African American writers.
Dear Friend Books
A carefully curated selection of vintage books, magazines, coffee, beer and wine can be found in the heart of Bed-Stuy.
MOMENTS IN BEDFORD-STUYVESANT
Get inspired by Bed-Stuy’s brownstones and explore this charming neighborhood through our photo slideshow.

























































