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October 8, 2008
FG restaurant developments
Wandering if anyone out there has some info on any of these restaurant observations:
-is the name of the place going in at Lafayette and Cumberland now "EN"? What type of cuisine will this be?
-Anything going in at the old Location Location Location space on Dekalb near Bittersweet and the laundromat?
-what's going in on Dekalb beside Bonita where the scaffolding is?
June 2, 2008
Rooftop access revoked!
So I'm wondering if anyone out there has had a similar situation/knows of what recourse should be taken:
My roommate and I have currently lived in our newly-rennovated 2 bedroom in Fort Greene for one month.
We were told numerous times by the broker that the apartment came with rooftop access (on the day of the open house, he was directing people upstairs to the roof!) and even verbally admitted by telephone that he did, indeed, advertise that it came with rooftop access.
Two weeks ago, we went upstairs to find the door to the roof locked.
The landlord states that the insurance premiums on the roof are too high and it's dangerous.
The landlord's addendum to the standard lease (you know, the one written in 1958 that practically everyone uses) states that we would be held responsible for any damage to the roof...
doesn't this presuppose access to the roof?
Shouldn't the landlord either pay the higher premium, reduce our rent, or give us a key?
Or is the broker liable and we should go to small claims court for his broker's fee.
Help, please!
Author's Comments
Lovely! It'll be good to infuse a little life into the FG Park stretch of DeKalb.
I agree with S&L - a little light outside would go a long way. How long does a buildout of something like this usually take?
Now if only we could get something into the Cellars space. A gay bar, perhaps.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 16, 2009 4:06 PM in response to Streetlevel: New Wine Bar for Dekalb
mccormick & shmick's? maggiano's?
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 11, 2009 10:05 AM in response to 'Nationally Known' Restaurants May Land in 345 Adams
that's a mighty lofty statement for a business that has yet to open.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 6, 2009 11:18 AM in response to Fulton Sports Bar Signage Revealed
i think this is just one in a long line of terrible rennovations in the neighborhood.
i have to say there's been a general decline in taste level when it comes to new establishments opening up. i realize this makes me sound a bit snooty, but it seems as though one after the other, each place is gaudy and cheap.
EN Restaurant anyone? Ew.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 6, 2009 10:52 AM in response to Fulton Sports Bar Signage Revealed
@ tyburg - and walking would've been free!
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 5, 2009 10:39 AM in response to Subway Service on Weekends Is F@#%ed
it's a shame, that space has a beautiful outdoor area.
this would've made a great bar spot.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 2, 2009 2:43 PM in response to Streetlevel: A Beauty Salon for Fulton
i think kinara on myrtle is delicious.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 2, 2009 2:36 PM in response to Streetlevel: New Restaurant Coming to 723 Fulton Street
the absolute last thing this neighborhood needs.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 2, 2009 2:21 PM in response to Streetlevel: A Beauty Salon for Fulton
"another thai place" ?
we have good indian. not good thai.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 2, 2009 9:40 AM in response to Streetlevel: New Restaurant Coming to 723 Fulton Street
yessss! I really hope this is a sign that the retail parade will turn that corner and march down Fulton towards Flatbush. That is a horrible strip as is.
Posted by: bklynbpr at October 30, 2009 2:13 PM in response to Streetlevel: New Restaurant Coming to 723 Fulton Street
so freaking excited!!
Posted by: bklynbpr at October 2, 2009 12:27 PM in response to Greenlight Bookstore Renovation Blog: Week 10
am i the only one who thinks it's really ugly? i mean a plywood awning? wtf is that?
Posted by: bklynbpr at August 10, 2009 10:26 PM in response to Streetlevel: Der Schwarze Kölner Now Open
one of these houses pictured, and i can't remember which, has totally trash-bagged and boarded windows and looks like a crack den.
Posted by: bklynbpr at July 9, 2009 2:06 PM in response to House of the Day: 180 Adelphi Street
bklynbpr wrote a review about Caracas Arepa Bar: Brooklyn on June 24, 2009 12:22 PM
is this place still byo?
and i've always felt this side of the street lacked in retail visibility over it's counterpart across fulton...
this is truly a perfect location!
Posted by: bklynbpr at June 3, 2009 1:55 PM in response to Greenlight Bookstore Location Revealed!
LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: bklynbpr at June 3, 2009 10:58 AM in response to Greenlight Bookstore Location Revealed!
why do those red and orange things look super-imposed?
and this is clinton hill.
Posted by: bklynbpr at April 22, 2009 3:31 PM in response to Streetlevel: Falafel-Pizza Combo Coming to Myrtle
Very exciting -- I can't wait to check it out.
Posted by: bklynbpr at April 20, 2009 3:30 PM in response to Streelevel: Dossier Opens on Dekalb
more importantly -- do you think i can ask for a reduction in my rent? currently $2300 2br at adelphi & dekalb?
Posted by: bklynbpr at March 30, 2009 10:36 AM in response to It's Good To Be A Renter Right Now
bklynbpr wrote a review about Kinara on March 19, 2009 12:42 PM
how funny -- i was thinking of ordering from here tonight.
there are some real jewels on myrtle. and there's something strangely beautiful about the streetlamps -- remniscent of smith street.
i think the major lacking element is sidewalk dining. i emailed the the BID a while ago to try and figure out why this was the case...but apparently there's enough space, just not enough restaurants take advantage of it (and i believe the license is expensive).
i don't mind bodegas here and there, though i agree the product v. price is staggering. i just don't understand the need to have 3 on the same block, and moreover, how they stay in business...
Posted by: bklynbpr at March 19, 2009 12:39 PM in response to The Myrtle Miracle?
byo places in fort greene/clinton hill:
abistro, black iris, amin indian, zaytoons, bati (for now), olea (on tuesdays!!!)
Posted by: bklynbpr at March 16, 2009 3:39 PM in response to DNBYOB (Do Not Bring Your Own Booze)
the fulton street mall is the LAST place i'd want to sit down and read a book...
Posted by: bklynbpr at March 11, 2009 9:08 AM in response to Big Plans for Fulton Mall Makeover
when i saw this over the weekend, my mouth literally dropped.
maybe we should be thankful the metal rolling door is in place, because, if memory serves me correctly, the indoor display left a lot to be desired...
Posted by: bklynbpr at February 25, 2009 4:46 PM in response to Streetlevel: New LPC-Flouting Pharmacy for Fort Greene
wasn't this originally rumored to go in on myrtle near carlton?
Posted by: bklynbpr at February 9, 2009 3:46 PM in response to Streetlevel: Kuma Inn Expanding to Dekalb Avenue
and i was really excited to take a job in manhattan for 50k :(
Posted by: bklynbpr at February 6, 2009 10:59 AM in response to It's Tough Out There for a Middle-Class New Yorker
agree with the other's negative experiences. e.d.'s broker simply ignored every one of our basic requests for typical apartments we wanted to view. one after another after another. it was a total, total waste.
Posted by: bklynbpr at January 28, 2009 2:28 PM in response to Eva Daniels Shutters Fulton Storefront
why is all the crime reported on this site in fort greene? is it up that much more over other bk neighborhoods?
Posted by: bklynbpr at January 23, 2009 11:08 AM in response to Sexual Attack on St. Felix Prompts Press Conference
what are everyone's feelings on rent increases in 09? my roommate and i pay 2300 for a 2 bedroom in prime fort greene. anyone's guess as to how much they think we'll pay when the lease is up for renewal in may?
Posted by: bklynbpr at January 6, 2009 10:29 AM in response to Residential Rents in Brownstone Brooklyn Receding
brownstoner, you have 79 unread messages.
Posted by: bklynbpr at December 30, 2008 11:04 AM in response to Become a Brownstoner Fan on Facebook
brownstoner, you have 79 unread messages.
Posted by: bklynbpr at December 30, 2008 11:04 AM in response to Become a Brownstoner Fan on Facebook
fort greene, not downtown brooklyn.
Posted by: bklynbpr at December 12, 2008 10:14 AM in response to Domino's Hits Myrtle Avenue
it's a preference issue and nothing more. any other explication and assumptions run wild...
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 26, 2008 2:11 PM in response to Wanna Save Money? Leave Brooklyn For Manhattan
no -- that's what i'm saying! i know of 3 other indian places that have an items' written description as "too difficult to explain."
i want someone to explain it :(
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 20, 2008 3:50 PM in response to Baluchi's Opens for Business
is it me, or do most indian restaurants' menus have that one item that is "too difficult to explain?"
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 20, 2008 3:15 PM in response to Baluchi's Opens for Business
bklynbpr wrote a review about Black Iris on November 7, 2008 12:07 PM
You forgot to mention it is BYOB.
such a big space on such a thriving stretch for such a bland choice...
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 7, 2008 11:22 AM in response to New Chase on Myrtle Now Official
p.s. 46 in fort greene on clermont --
arrived at 6:10, in and out in about 40 minutes... line stretched down the block towards flushing avenue.
a little chaotic inside, but a mayhem of excitement/joy... dare i say it: something magical in the air.
Posted by: bklynbpr at November 4, 2008 9:53 AM in response to Long Lines, Everywhere
this is insanityyyyyyyy
Posted by: bklynbpr at October 27, 2008 3:20 PM in response to Breaking: Shooting in Fort Greene
the walgreens has been fully lit, fully stocked for the past 2 weeks...
why isn't it open?
Posted by: bklynbpr at October 27, 2008 11:49 AM in response to The Clermont Reborn As Rentals
bklynbpr wrote a review about Luz on October 23, 2008 12:10 PM
i love it so so very much. dined for my roommate's birthday and had an incredible experience... so much great food and great drinks and a very reasonable bill!
agreed on general greene. was really underwhelmed by how bland my food was.
Posted by: bklynbpr at October 23, 2008 11:39 AM in response to AMNY Does Best of NY
whoops -- Wondering.
Posted by: bklynbpr at October 8, 2008 2:50 PM in response to FG restaurant developments
whoops -- Wondering.
Posted by: bklynbpr at October 8, 2008 2:50 PM in response to FG restaurant developments
I was at the bookstore party and it seemed to be a big success. My roommate and I were trying to think of 1500-2000sf spaces available and were having a hard time...
Posted by: bklynbpr at September 17, 2008 2:51 PM in response to It's Official: L'Epicerie Est Morte
yea, what is the story with cellars? such an eyesore. anything would be better.
Posted by: bklynbpr at September 17, 2008 2:28 PM in response to It's Official: L'Epicerie Est Morte
something on the queer end -- little gay bar? i kind of like that as the title. i realize that this probably won't happen.
Posted by: bklynbpr at September 17, 2008 10:58 AM in response to It's Official: L'Epicerie Est Morte
bklynbpr wrote a review about Der Schwarze Kölner on November 19, 2009 2:06 PM
@11217 - completely agree. the place looks horrible and uninviting - serious missteps with decor and design.
and i really, really, REALLY can't look past that boy scout project known as an awning.