Flatbush has been named the coolest neighborhood to visit in New York City, according to Time Out’s 2024 global ranking. The Brooklyn neighborhood placed 17th overall in the publication’s annual list, now in its seventh year.
The travel and lifestyle magazine consulted writers and editors across major cities to compile the list. Flatbush is the only New York City neighborhood featured, recognized for its proximity to Prospect Park and its thriving scene of bars and restaurants.
“You see this community thriving in spots like Peppa’s Jerk Chicken, Lips Café, and Bodega Lounge, and, of course, at the annual West Indian Day Parade that dances up Eastern Parkway every Labor Day weekend,” Time Out wrote. “Flatbush’s tree-lined streets have been home to icons like Joey Bada$$, Busta Rhymes, and Barbra Streisand, and still pull big names, especially to the historic Kings Theatre.”
Topping the 2024 list was Notre Dame du Mont in Marseille, France, selected for its vibrant art scene, lively restaurants and eclectic mix of residents. The area, known for its graffiti-covered alleyways and twisting staircases, retains its rebellious spirit while attracting newcomers from Paris.
Kerns in Portland, Oregon, was the only North American neighborhood to break into the top 10, praised for its small-town feel within a major city. “Surrounded by charming residential streets, craftsman homes, and lush gardens, its core is northeast 28th Avenue, lined with restaurants, bars, and shops,” the publication noted.
Several other U.S. neighborhoods made the list, including Little River in Miami (ranked 12th), East Hollywood in Los Angeles (26th), Mount Pleasant in Washington, D.C. (29th), Brewerytown in Philadelphia (32nd), and Union Square in Boston (38th).
The list highlights neighborhoods around the world known for their culture, community and creativity. Last year, Fort Greene was the highest-ranking New York neighborhood to make Time Out’s list.
