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June 22, 2007
Streetlevel: Teddy's Comes to Washington Avenue
We don't know anything more than this photo shows but evidently there's a new restaurant opening on Washington Avenue off Lincon Place in Prospect Heights called Teddy's. Anyone know what kind of food it's going to be? GMAP
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Greek food. As in Greek Food, not as in diner.
Posted by: Anonymous at June 22, 2007 11:41 AM
I'm really excited about this place and have talked with Teddy several times as he's been renovating the space (which used to be a Chinese Takeout place with bullet proof glass). It's going to be a Greek Restuarant. He's had a couple of restuarants in Manhattan and is a really friendly guy. He put down a stone patio in back for outdoor dining and it should be opening in a week or two. I like the nice simple awning, much better than Hussey's Tailoring across the street. With the Montessori School, the Heart of Brooklyn, and now Teddy's, this little stretch is becoming nicer. Now if the storefront to the right of Teddy's could get their act together and finally open the cafe or bar or whatever it is they've been trying to open for the last year, that would be even better. And next to that, half of the Super 8 barbershop is already laid out as a cafe, just waiting to open--maybe they could open an icecream shop or bakery. And while I'm on a roll, perhaps Love Liquor's could get a more attractive sign or awning and peel off their ugly discount signs. And Key Foods could replace their big Blue Awning (even though it looks nicer than it did before) with a simple wood sign, restoring the white architectural details that line the building, in addition to letting the classic green Ludwig pharmacy sign be seen once more.
There. My wish list is complete.
Posted by: sick of people peeing on my street at June 22, 2007 11:55 AM
the store next to Teddy's is allegedly going to be a coffee shop/cafe sort of deal. light food, internet access, etc. I've heard that one of the guys who works in Ludwigs is involved in it.
This block(s) is turning around, but I think it could support so much more. Greek food is a good start, but I think a decent mexican place would also do well here. or even more upscale chinese.
Posted by: tired of people peeing in my elevator at June 22, 2007 12:07 PM
There is also a Zaytoon's coming to Vanderbuilt... My favorite!! the sign is already up
Posted by: Anonymous at June 22, 2007 12:13 PM
I would love it if a Mexican Restaurant moved into the space on the corner of St. John's and Washington.
I spoke with the guys who are trying to open the place next to Teddy's a while back. At that time, they said they were going to call it the Brooklyn Muse Cafe. I hope they can pull it off. They had a construction push last fall, but nothing's happened since. I spoke with the owner of the building, who also owns the building Teddy's is in, and she says those guys haven't paid their rent in months. I felt bad for her and hope things can happen soon-for her sake, theirs, and ours.
Posted by: sick of people peeing on my street at June 22, 2007 12:27 PM
what space on St. Johns and Washington? The building that Ali's laundry is in? I believe that whole building is actually condemed.
the other problem with that corner is the bodega on the other side of the street, which I believe is the areas' last flourishing weed (I hope) spot. that's going to have to get cleaned up for that stretch to thrive...
Posted by: tired elevator pee.... at June 22, 2007 12:45 PM
There's already a Mexican place on Classon, near Park Place, called Chavella's. Tasty!
Posted by: JB at June 22, 2007 12:46 PM
I'm thinking of the place with the blue metal awnings. It looks like a big space.
I haven't been to to Chavella's yet. I'll have to check it out.
Posted by: sick of people peeing on my street at June 22, 2007 1:53 PM
Chavella's is super tasty
I'm excited there will be greek food nearby
There are a couple of store fronts on Classon that have a little space in the front...it would be a great place for a cafe too.
Posted by: the edge of ph at June 22, 2007 2:22 PM
why you be blowin up my spot cracker?
ima bust a cap in yo ass
Posted by: corner weed dealer at June 22, 2007 2:24 PM
Chavellas is a wonderful restaurant. Highly recommended.
Corner weed dealer, how much longer on your section 8 lease?
Posted by: Anonymous at June 22, 2007 3:57 PM
Nice mural.
Posted by: anon at June 22, 2007 4:51 PM
Weed isn't your problem--hell, I bet half the lawyers posting on this site are stoned right now. I know one of them is...
Posted by: sick of people pissing on my weed connection at June 22, 2007 9:55 PM
YES!! Chavellas is Fantastic!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous at June 24, 2007 6:27 PM
teddy's could be good, but i still miss kam hong (the chinese place that used to be there). sweet folks, great kung pao. it'll take some good souvlaki and tangy skordalia to win me over.
btw, went to deacon blue on grand and prospect today for brunch -- 10 bucks, three eggs and bacon, etc. -- really really slow service but nice red walls and great rosemary potatoes.
Posted by: rednaxela at June 25, 2007 12:21 AM
CORRECTION: Teddy's opens today!
Posted by: sick of people peeing on my street at June 25, 2007 10:40 AM
Anybody have a phone number for Teddy's?
Posted by: sick of being hungry on my street at June 25, 2007 1:39 PM
Yeah, help us out here brownstoner, what's the digits? I can almost see the # from the awning picture.
Posted by: guest at June 25, 2007 2:42 PM
Teddy's has two phone numbers:
718.857.5475 or 718.857.5476
Posted by: sick of people peeing on my street at June 25, 2007 3:11 PM
I know this thread is abandoned, but just in case anyone checks, I want to fully endorse Teddy's. We ate there last night in the garden out back. So many people from the neighborhood were stopping by. Everyone's rooting for it.
Our meal was delicious with friendly service. We'll be back!
Posted by: sick of people peeing on my street at June 26, 2007 10:08 AM
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