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Perfect Saturday: Crown Heights

By Courtney Iseman
  • ↑ Start your day on a Southern note with down-home cooking at Catfish (1433 Bedford Avenue). This cozy neighborhood spot serves up thoughtfully prepared comfort food with a side of spice. Tuck into c
  • ↑ Temporary tattoos, handmade chocolates, candles, greeting cards, jewelry, toys for babies, sweaters for dogs—Owl & Thistle General Store (833 Franklin Avenue) is full of the kinds of thing
  • ↑ Hullabaloo Books (711 Franklin Avenue) is just the kind of friendly bookstore you’d want on your corner. It’s the sort of place where you can while away hours reading and browsing—the
  • ↑ Cool Pony (733 Franklin Avenue) isn’t just a store—it’s a hangout. Vintage items run the gamut from band tees to Chanel dresses. There are also records on hand, and Cool Pony often host
  • ↑ Find the kinds of treasures you’d pick up on a global trek without leaving the neighborhood at Calabar Imports (708 Franklin Avenue). The mother-daughter duo behind this eclectic shop source th
  • ↑ Stop by Lady J + 1 (679 Classon Avenue) to browse owner Jessica D’Amico’s earthy, subtly mystical jewelry. The shop also houses clothing and toiletries by local artisans, like tie-dyed dress, soap
  • ↑ If you need a break from pounding the pavement, settle in a comfy chair at Breukelen Coffee House (764A Franklin Avenue). The shop is a neighborhood favorite, and serves up ever-popu
  • ↑ Take some coffee to go and stroll over to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden (150 Eastern Parkway). Take advantage of the last few weeks of non-winter weather and wander the Japanese pond, herbal gardens and cher
  • ↑ End your excursion with a brew at Franklin Hall (618 St. Johns Place). This beer hall has an outdoor patio so you can pick your perfect hangout spot depending on the weather. There’s a good se

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