What Does Bed Stuy Need?
Question to all current Bed Stuy residents or those interested in moving to Bed Stuy. What types of goods and services are lacking in the neighborhood? Specifically the area around the Utica Train Stop (Stuyvesant Heights). Where would you like to spend your money but can’t because those things aren’t offered in the immediate area?
Question to all current Bed Stuy residents or those interested in moving to Bed Stuy. What types of goods and services are lacking in the neighborhood? Specifically the area around the Utica Train Stop (Stuyvesant Heights). Where would you like to spend your money but can’t because those things aren’t offered in the immediate area?
@ eastnewyork
I think the right kind of big names could definitley improve bed stuy. Im a writer and I would love to have a proper book shop, well stocked, run by people who care about books, with the scope and budget to host author readings, signings and discussion groups. barnes and Noble does this really well in manhattan and in Park Slope. Plus you get a good cafe, with wifi. A resource like that would really improve my corner of Bedstuy. Not to mention the chance to improve literacy and promote bibliophilia,
@ eastnewyork
I think the right kind of big names could definitley improve bed stuy. Im a writer and I would love to have a proper book shop, well stocked, run by people who care about books, with the scope and budget to host author readings, signings and discussion groups. barnes and Noble does this really well in manhattan and in Park Slope. Plus you get a good cafe, with wifi. A resource like that would really improve my corner of Bedstuy. Not to mention the chance to improve literacy and promote bibliophilia,
I lived in Bed-Stuy a while back and my dream is to one day come back and open up an authentic Texas style barbeque spot that serves other southern fare and desserts. Also eventually opening up a bakery. I know this sounds ambitious but this will come to pass.
“Starbucks located in inner-city neighborhoods have made a lot of money for Mr. Johnson.”
I’m pretty sure you’re right about that.
Anyway, I’m not “against” big, recognized brands, just the notion that they would necessarily “improve” a neighborhood.
@daveinbedstuy
dont be ridiculous, shitty chinese food is one of the hallmarks of bed-stuy
How about just one, just one decent Chinese takeout.
Key institutions are always an important factor. I remember when I was looking to buy a home, my Mother would always tell me to buy something near a University. However, a cultural center, or something special that draws positive attention would be wonderful! I don’t think that’s quite what the poster had in mind. How does one go about getting a museam in their neighborhood anyway? That would be great.
My wish list:
– A jazz club that rivals Bluenote in Manhattan. Where are the big names? Seriously.
– Authentic Thai, Mexican, Japanese, Vegetarian.
– Top quality fish store, and a butcher.
– Fresh baked goods.
– Specialty food shop (like a citarella)
– An inexpensive restaurant that is still a nice place to eat with good food and strong coffee with free refills.
– Wine bar.
– Bar with a nice vibe and a mix of people.
I agree with Legion. Our neighborhood needs cultural institutions. A museum, a theatre, an arts centre, a movie theatre — something to bring people in to see what we’ve got and something in which people form Bed stuy can enjoy themselves, express themselves and be entertained.
I also agree that a big name store like barns and noble would be good too. Something that provides a stable anchor and some stable jobs for local people with the backing and finance of a major corporation. We have plenty of McDonalds and Dunkin Donuts and KFC — why not a barnes and Noble or a starbucks too?
Also Bed-Stuy needs more of what it has been getting for the past ten years. More realisation from the outside world that this is a great place to live and work. It’s safe, affordable and friendly. I still get mad when manhattanites and cab drivers raise their eyebrows when I tell them where I live. You’d think after 5 years I’d have gotten over it!