Overview
Bushwick is Brooklyn's raw, creative, rapidly evolving neighborhood, known for its extraordinary concentration of street art murals, DIY art galleries, and a thriving underground nightlife scene.
Highlights
- Street Art: Massive, vibrant murals cover nearly every available wall surface, creating one of the world's densest outdoor street art galleries, particularly along Troutman and Jefferson Streets.
- Roberta's Pizza: The legendary wood-fired pizza restaurant in a converted garage that helped put Bushwick on the cultural map.
- Nightlife: Raw, industrial warehouse spaces hosting underground dance parties, art shows, and experimental music events.
History
Historically a working-class German and then Latino neighborhood, artists began moving to Bushwick from Williamsburg in the 2000s as rents rose. The annual Bushwick Open Studios event showcases hundreds of local artists.
Visitor Tips
- Walking Art Tour: Self-guided street art walks along Troutman, Jefferson, and Wyckoff Streets cover the best murals.
- Night Owls: The best nightlife spots don't get going until midnight. House of Yes and Elsewhere are the flagships.
- Duration: 2–3 hours.