The Brooklyn Teacup's studio and active workshop is located in the vibrant and historic neighborhood of Park Slope. Whether you're visiting us to shop, design a bespoke serving tray from our impressive collection of vintage fine china or are waiting for your old dinnerware set to be upcycled, we encourage you to explore our slice of Brooklyn and the exciting things it has to offer.
From the magical brownstone architecture to the unique shops and cultural destinations, there's something here for everyone. All of these spots are within a 15 minute walk of the studio–an embarrassment of riches!
Favorite things to do & places to visit
in/around Park Slope, Brooklyn
1. Walk around Prospect Park (Brooklyn’s Central Park) & Grand Army Plaza
2. Window shop and patronize the fabulous local businesses, vintage shops and boutiques on 5th Avenue:
Just a few of our favorites include:
check out our Brooklyn-centric gift guides.
3. Eat & Drink:
There’s no shortage of incredible food options to grab a bite near the studio. A few go-to spots that we recommend include:
Flatbush Counter (Mediterranean farm to table)
R & D Foods (prepared foods)
Sky Ice (Thai)
Five Spice (Vietnamese)
4. Walk around & explore some of our favorite nearby areas and neighborhoods:
- Walk down 5th Ave to ogle the brownstones and architecture (take Union Street up to Prospect Park!)
- Take Vanderbilt Ave. up to Grand Army Plaza and straight into Prospect Park
- Explore the many cafes and shops on Smith Street
- Stroll down Court Street from Atlantic Ave. to Carroll Gardens
- Walk down Atlantic Ave. to Brooklyn Bridge Park and explore the waterfront by foot, Citibike or Revel!
5. Explore the historic neighborhoods of Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens & DUMBO.
6. Enjoy Afternoon Tea at Brooklyn High Low.
7. Take a little nature break at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
8. Peruse world class exhibits at the Brooklyn Museum.
9. Watch a live performance or movie at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) or see a concert or sporting event at Barclays Center.
10. Take a class; Learn something new:
- String Thing Studio (knitting and crafts)
- Brooklyn Brainery (peer to peer on every topic you can think of)
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BKLYN CLAY (pottery)
Conclusion:
Before you visit the studio, afterwards, or as you wait for creations to be made and packed up, we hope you get the opportunity to immerse yourself in our eclectic Park Slope neighborhood. Discover some of the unique shops, savor culinary delights, and explore iconic landmarks–all within a 15-minute stroll.
We look forward to welcoming you in Brooklyn very soon!
