A Brooklyn Crossroads: An A to Z Guide to Atlantic and Court

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The intersection of Court Street and Atlantic Avenue sits at the nexus of Downtown and brownstone Brooklyn. It’s an incredibly eclectic and vibrant place, where new Brooklyn meets old, blue collar meets white collar, East meets West, and national chain stores meet scrappy local shops.

It’s also the block that the residents of Court House Apartments call home, a place where everything Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, Cobble Hill, and Boerum Hill have to offer is within walking distance. In order to promote the prime location of these luxury apartments, Two Trees Management gave us the opportunity to make an A to Z guide to all the great stuff you can find within one block of the apartments. You may be surprised how much there is to do in such a small area.

The Atlantic Antic | via atlanticave.org

A is for The Atlantic Antic
Every year the Atlantic Antic Street Festival takes over the entire avenue, offering a day’s worth of food, art, music, shopping, games and festivities.

The Brazen Head | via Brazen Head Brooklyn

B is for The Brazen Head
This Atlantic Avenue bar has a loyal following of regulars and offers weekly specials, a changing selection of beers, and a cheap happy hour.

Inside A Cook’s Companion | via A Cook’s Companion

C is for A Cook’s Companion
Considered one of Brooklyn’s best cooking shops, this small, locally owned store packs in everything and anything you need to stock your kitchen.

D is for Damascus Bakery
This Atlantic Avenue mainstay is known for its Middle Eastern specialties, including freshly baked pita bread and delicious meat and spinach pies.

Side Street Deli | via DowntownBrooklyn.com

E is for Egg Sandwich
One thing every New Yorker needs is a cheap, friendly sandwich place right around the corner. Side Street Deli is just across the street, and locals swear by their sandwiches, many of which are named for customers.

Making wallpaper at Flavor Paper | via Favor Paper Facebook

F is for Flavor Paper
Flavor Paper is just about the coolest, most unique wallpaper company ever — and the Pacific Street building the company makes it in is just as cool.

G is for Guacamole
There’s a Chipotle just across Atlantic Avenue, so you have easy access to delicious guacamole, as long as supplies last.

Atlantic Halal Meat | via Google+

H is for Halal
Atlantic Avenue’s Middle Eastern stores mean you’re in a great neighborhood for halal products, and only a block away from Atlantic Halal Meat.

PetSmart | via Brownstoner

I is for Iguana Food
For animal lovers, one of Brooklyn’s largest and newest PetSmart locations is located on the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Boerum Place.

J is for Juice
Nature’s Grill Cafe has its own juice bar for fresh-squeezed juices and smoothies. The “Health-Conscious Kitchen” is also a great place to get a quick, healthy meal.

Key Food

K is for Key Food
If the Trader Joe’s gets too packed, this Atlantic Avenue Key Food is a fully-stocked grocery store that’s got you covered on the way home.

The Little Gym | via The Little Gym of Brooklyn Heights Facebook

L is for Little Gym of Brooklyn Heights
If you’ve got kids ranging from four months to 12 years old, you will love the Little Gym, which offers a long list of children’s programs, classes and activities. The Little Gym also hosts birthday parties.

Moscot | via Brownstoner

M is for Moscot
This iconic eye ware company sells vintage glasses and sunglasses out of its uber-cool store on Court Street.

Barnes & Noble | via DowntownBrooklyn.com

N is for Novels
There’s a Barnes & Noble right on Court Street, for you to stock up on your summer reading or just kill some time while you’re waiting for a movie to start at the multiplex next door.

Olives and other bulk foods at Sahadi’s | via Sahadi’s

O is for Olives
If you like really good olives, you have a lot of nearby options, thanks to stores like Trader Joe’s and Sahadi’s.

Streamline Pilates Studio | via Streamline Pilates Studio

P is for Pilates
Looking for top-notch pilates instruction? Streamline Pilates Studio is just around the corner.

 Bareburger | via Bareburger

Q is for Quinoa Burgers
Or black bean burgers. Or mushroom burgers. Local gourmet burger restaurant Bareburger also has plenty of options for carnivores too, including bison, elk, ostrich and beef — all gras-fed and organic.

R is for Rite Aid
Everybody needs a convenient drug store nearby! This fully stocked Rite Aid is located directly across the street from Court House.

S is for Sahadi’s
Brooklynites travel far and wide to shop at Sahadi’s, a specialty grocery store with Middle Eastern selections, prepared foods, and an awesome array of nuts, olives and spices.

T is for Trader Joe’s
Brooklyn’s only Trader Joe’s sits right across Atlantic Avenue from Court House. The line outside the door speaks for itself: grocery shoppers love the prices, selection, and friendly customer service.

Urban Outfitters | via Urban Outfitters

U is for Urban Outfitters
This hip clothing chain, which spans two floors, appeals to the younger residents of the neighborhood and sells women’s and men’s clothing as well as home and design items.

Game Stop | Christopher P. via Yelp

V is for Video Games
There’s a GameStop right across the street, in case you have a last-minute hankering to play the new Batman or Assassin’s Creed game.

The Brooklyn Wine Exchange | via Brooklyn Based

W is for Wine
In addition to an excellent selection and a knowledgable staff, The Brooklyn Wine Exchange on Court Street offers weekly tastings and classes.

UA Court Street | via DowntownBrooklyn.com

X is for X-Men
The UA Court Street cineplex (which also ends with X, in case you’re being picky) is your place to see the latest blockbusters without having to take the subway into Manhattan.

Dodge YMCA | via YMCA Facebook

Y is for YMCA
The Dodge YMCA, open every day of the week, offers athletic courts and facilities, children’s programs and daycare, a swimming pool and a variety of workout classes.

Zap Wine & Spirits | via DowntownBrooklyn.com

Z is for Zap Wine & Spirits
It may not be as fancy as The Brooklyn Wine Exchange, but this small Downtown Brooklyn liquor shop has a decent wine selection.