Where to Eat, Drink and Shop in Prospect Lefferts Gardens
It started as a farming estate in 1660, owned by Lefferts Pietersen van Haughwout, a Dutch immigrant and the constable of Old Flatbush. In the 19th century, his descendent James Lefferts divided it up into 600 lots for high-end development — what was then called Lefferts Manor. But it wasn’t until 1968 that the neighborhood got its current name:…
It started as a farming estate in 1660, owned by Lefferts Pietersen van Haughwout, a Dutch immigrant and the constable of Old Flatbush. In the 19th century, his descendent James Lefferts divided it up into 600 lots for high-end development — what was then called Lefferts Manor. But it wasn’t until 1968 that the neighborhood got its current name: Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
Prospect Lefferts Gardens — a name that refers to its Lefferts heritage as well as its proximity to Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden — has had many chapters to its story. Over the years, its charms have attracted upper middle-class homeowners in the early 20th century; Irish-Americans, Italian-Americans, and Jews in the mid 20th century; and a wave of Caribbean immigration in the 1980s. Now, with an influx of young New Yorkers looking for affordable space in Brooklyn, the neighborhood is getting a new crop of restaurants, bars, and shops to add to its vibrant Caribbean culture, along with over 2,000 new apartments.
To celebrate the opening of the new Prospect Lefferts Gardens office (at 661 Flatbush Ave) of the Brooklyn real estate firm MySpace NYC, their agents — many of whom live in the neighborhood — present some of the can’t-miss restaurants, bars, and shops that make PLG one of Brooklyn’s most exciting neighborhoods. Click through for their picks!
De Hot Spot | MightySweet.com
De Hot Pot
In this neighborhood, you’d be crazy not to start off with some authentic Caribbean fare. This Trinidadian hot spot gets rave reviews for its “doubles” (fried bread sandwiches with chickpea curry) rotis, jerk chicken, and goat curry. Speaking of hot spot… be forewarned that your meal is bound to be spicy!
Blessings Herbs & Coffee | Alex V. via Foursquare
Blessings Herbs & Coffee
A cozy café with friendly service, a diverse clientele, and delicious sandwiches and brunch plates.
Comfy backyard seating | Bluebird Food & Spirits via Facebook
Bluebird Food & Spirits
Comfort food in a gorgeous space, including a fireplace and outdoor seating. The spacious front room has a pool table and is usually reserved as a party space.
Midwood Flats | Lauren R. via Yelp
Midwood Flats
The first thing you’ll notice in this bar and restaurant is the beautiful interior, all wood and vintage light bulbs, followed by their excellent selection of craft beers and whiskeys. But don’t miss their ambitious take on a bar menu, featuring such dishes as duck confit and lobster rolls.
Michael’s Prime Meats | Lost City
Michael’s Prime Meats
This butcher has been providing Brooklyn with the best meat since 1931.They’re not open on Sunday, so if you go on Saturday get ready for a line!
Gandhi Fine Indian Cuisine
Many diners call this the best Indian food in Brooklyn. The impeccable service makes dining at the restaurant a lovely experience, and they also offer take out and delivery.
MySpace NYC has been handling Prospect Lefferts Gardens listings out of its Franklin Avenue office since its beginning. A large percentage of their agents have lived in the area for years. They understand better than anyone both sides of apartment hunting in Prospect Lefferts Gardens and Flatbush, and they want to provide a service for those seeking to join this great neighborhood as well as those looking to relocate within it. To get started on finding your own apartment in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, contact them here.
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