Today, Bushwick has not only become home to a thriving artist community, but was also recognized by Vogue as one of the world's coolest neighborhoods.
In 1638, the Dutch West India Company secured a large land deed from the local Lenape people. Later, in 1661, Peter Stuyvesant charted the area that would have contained the modern-day communities of Bushwick, Williamsburg, and Greenpoint as Boswijck, meaning “little town in the wood” in 17th-century Dutch.
Today, Bushwick has not only become home to a thriving artist community with dozens of studios and galleries dotting its landscape, but was also recognized by Vogue as one of the world's coolest neighborhoods. Many New Yorkers will also testify that this neighborhood, the little sister of hip neighbor Williamsburg, boasts the best Latin food in all of New York City. Many, however, will agree that Bushwick boasts convenience other neighborhoods only dream of with 91% of houses within a quarter mile of a park and over 97% within half a mile of a subway..
Bushwick is serviced by the J, L, M, and Z trains on three primary lines running through the neighborhood (BMT Jamaica Line, MBT Myrtle Avenue Line, and BMT Canarsie Line). Bushwick also offers a state-of-the-art transportation center at the Myrtle-Wyckoff Avenue Station for both subway and bus access.
Bushwick has easily become one of NYC’s premier locations—for art, for music and, increasingly, for food. Ever since pioneering pizzeria-restaurant Roberta’s (first on our list) opened in 2008, Bushwick’s dining scene has grown increasingly impressive, now drawing foodies from every borough.
Given the ragtag history of the ‘nabe, it’s no surprise that Bushwick dive bars are plentiful. These single-room affairs provide the perfect location for those looking for a night with a heavy pour on fun but without the heavy pretense and $14 cocktail crowd (sorry Manhattan). And, to be honest, you could probably still find a $14 drink.
Alongside delicious restaurants, corner bars and art galleries, small boutiques and shops present more than what first meets the eye. Shopkeepers from all trades have carved out their nooks in this Brooklyn nabe, and there’s a store for just about everyone. From classic comic book shops to trendy vintage stores, the variety of places you can explore in Bushwick is astounding. After you’re done hitting the shops, green parks and playgrounds throughout this neighborhood present the perfect place to lie down and relax under the Brooklyn sun.
While Bushwick’s art scene is not new, it is turning a definitive corner. You won’t see packs of high-end art buyers crossing the East River to wander these galleries, but intrepid collectors from Manhattan are absolutely making the journey. Of course, there are some pretty amazing artist-run boutique shops as well.
Maria Hernandez Park: Hands down, the best dog park in Bushwick and an awesome place to watch the hipsters and flipsters of the neighborhood.
”Jessica E.
Neighborhood: Bushwick
MoMo Sushi Shack: Low key establishment but don't let the "shack" in the name fool you. The sushi is excellent and the Japanese fried chicken...
”Georgette M.
Neighborhood: Bushwick
Syndicated: Movie theater, restaurant and bar in one. Sounds like a weird combination, but you will be pleasantly surprised how elegant, yet hip this place is.
”Tatyana A.
Neighborhood: Bushwick
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