Celebrate Small Businesses on Grand Street

The Grand Street BID is excited to celebrate small businesses in honor of Small Business Saturday. The nationwide annual event is this Saturday, November 26th. Help us recognize and support all of the small businesses on Grand Street by spreading the word, visiting neighborhood favorites, and investing in our community.

In an early start to Small Business Saturday, we will be passing out materials and supplies to our businesses encouraging locals and visitors to shop small, and support the storefronts on Grand Street. We can’t wait to meet and talk with our neighbors and businesses this week.

Small businesses have fueled Grand Street for over 100 years and continue to be the cornerstones of our vibrant district. Executive Director of the BID, Erin Piscopink says “We’ve seen a huge increase in patronage on Grand Street in the past year, we hope to continue to fuel our local economy and lift up our small businesses during this campaign. Support for the Grand Street corridor goes a long way toward building up our community.” This Month, be sure to Shop Small on Grand Street. Tag @GrandStreetBID and use #shopsmall to show us how you celebrated our small businesses!

Grand Street 2021 Holiday Guide

Our Holiday Guide to Grand Street

The holidays are the best time to shop small, eat, drink, and be merry. Do it all on Grand Street! Our holiday guide will highlight the ins and outs of where to treat yourself, or purchase thoughtful items, gift cards and experiences for someone you love.

Retail and clothing

Grand Street’s many retail stores are the best local shops to find the perfect gift

Brooklyn Brickhouse Vintage Grand Street's newest thirft store has awesome outfits for all occasions. Shop at the store for some one of a kind vintage pieces or purchase a gift card online from this unique second-hand shop!

L Train Vintage L Train is a staple Brooklyn Thrift, with multiple locations, the Grand Street shop is small but filled with awesome finds. Stop in to pick out the perfect piece for someone.

Raggedy Threads Shop online or in-store at this bi-coastal boutique. This funky second hand store is a sustainable gift choice this season. Ask in-store about purchasing gift cards as well.

Vintage dress collection at Brooklyn Brickhouse

King Kog Brooklynites are crazy for bikes! Get some new gear , a repair or a gift card to King Kog to help your loved ones get around the city. Call or purchase in-store. Online cards coming soon!

Fresh Off the Press Is there a creative person in your life who wants to learn to screen print? Or do you have an amazing idea for a customized piece of apparel? Contact the shop or ask in-store about a gift card from Fresh Off the Press to create the perfect gift this season!

EAT and Drink

Whether it’s treating someone to a meal, or finding the special touches to make one at home, Grand Street has you covered this holiday season.

Porto Rico Importing Co. We all love our coffee. Who wouldn't want a gift card to this cafe wonderland? Call or purchase in-store. Porto Rico not only has an extensive selection of coffees and teas, but the accessories and machinery to go with it!

Mercadito by Eleva and Portenas A care package subscription offered by Eleva is the perfect gift this holiday season! They offer 3, 6 and 12 month plans which includes two deliveries of coffee each month. 10% of proceeds then go towards community building efforts in Nicaragua. Sign up on their website! E-gift cards are also available here!

Holiday treats and workshops at Yummy Tummy’s

Alita Cafe Our newest cafe offers a slection of mouthwatering baked goods, fresh, local coffee and awesome merch. Take someone out for a pick-me-up or purcase a giftcard online today!

Alita Cafe’s famous biscuits

Yummy Tummy's Kitchen Get something sweet this season! Grand's Street's new bakery is the perfect place to buy desert for any celebration. Also keep an eye out for one of their fantastic baking workshops. You can treat yourself, or sign up with someone else as the perfect shared experience.

Blue Angel Wines Get the best bottles to spice up your holiday meals! You can also call or shop in-store to give the gift of fine wines and liquors. Click here to see their products and sign up for their next tasting event.

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Bars and Restaurants

The following list is lets you know which bars and restaurants on Grand offer gift cards and how to purchase them. Treat yourself or someone you love to a fantastic meal. Although not all of our food establishments offer gift cards, be sure to check out our outdoor dining guide and business directory for a full list of places to drink and dine.

Decedent appetizers from Ammazzacaffe, yum!

Ammazzacaffe - Call or purchase in-store

BK Jani - Purchase online

Dar 525 - Call or purchase in-store

Bahia - Purchase in-store

Masa Empanadas - Purchase in-store

Crystal Lake - DM on Instagram or purchase in-store

Blinky’s - DM on Instagram or purchase in-store

The Whiskey on Grand - Call or email

Cocktail hour at Blinky’s

FLOWERS

Stop by Alcatraz Flower Shop or Flores Del Valle for a festive centerpiece, holiday decor or to gift someone. Whatever your needs, you can find the perfect arrangement to bring joy into any home.

Holiday arrangements and plants from Alcatraz Flower Shop

Self Care

Getting glam for the holidays this year? Check out any of our amazing spas and salons for some self care, or spread the love and gift the experience to someone special. Look through our Business Directory for a full list of our many businesses that offer spa services, massages, hair care, nails, waxing, and brows.

Holiday nail designs by Spa Ella II

Groomers and Pomade

Primp and Polish Primp and Polish has an online gift card program that can be used for a spa say or to purchase their line of nail-care products. You can find all their products and gift cards on their website.

Hour Rose Salon Hour Rose has you covered for all your hair care needs this season. Make an appointment or shop online for an Hour Rose gift card and give the gift of a gorgeous hair makeover!

Groomers and Pomade The barbers at Groomers and Pomade won't dissapoint! This small but mighty barber shop is must-stop for a holiday shape up. Check out their instagram for inspiration, and shop online for a gift card.

Spa Ella II Spa Ella II offers top-notch nail care and custom nail art for the holiday season, stop in and pamper yourself or purachse a gift card in-store.

Hair by Catherine Catherine will have you looking in top form for your holiday gatherings, you can also purchase a gift card by calling or stopping by the store. Cards will be e-mailed to the recipient.

Dog Care and Boarding

Happy pups at Strutting Mutts

Traveling or working during the holidays but can’t bring your pup with you? Strutting Mutts and Brooklyn Pawffice both offer A+ care for your furry friend. You can also get them groomed or buy them a special treat to have them feeling great. Whatever your needs, you can trust that your pooch will be in good hands.

Health and fitness

Absolute Power Fitness Absolute Power Fitness is community-centric gym with extensive equipment and classes. A membership to this local fitness hub will make a perfect gift for the holidays!

WillyB Crossfit Purchase a membership for yourself or someone else at WillyB Crossfit! They have a selection of 5 different membership types to choose from, so you can stay fit in the way that fits your lifestyle.

Nieves Latin Dance Studio Have you been wanting to take up dance? Take this as a sign to sign up for classes in the New Year! Or give the gift of dance and bring cheer to a loved one or a group of family and friends. Nieves offers in-peron, private, and virtual dance classes for people of all ages. Purchase a class or set of classes today!

Novelities and Specialy Services

Black Square Tattoo Get a new piece or purchase a tattoo as a gift. Black Square's traditional style tattoos are a great addition to anyone's collection. Ask for a custom piece or choose from any of their flash! Look through their gallery and artists here

Good Karma Tattoo Our newest tattoo shop offers an enormous selection of flash or custom tattoos at great prices. Look through their instagram to see what their artists have to offer! Get a tattoo for yourself, or a loved one this holiday season.

Brooklyn Framers Give the gift of art this season! Finish off a piece of art or a photograph with the perfect frame. Brooklyn Framers has you covered. Their care and expertise will give your work the finish it deserves. Check out their website to see all their products and services.

Stingray Divers This unique Grand Street shop has everything you need for an underwater adventure. Are you already diver? Do you or someone you know want to try it out? Check out the Stingray website to purchase or rent equipment, or sign up for a class! We're sure it will be unforgettable.

Gallery selection at Brooklyn Framers

Grand Street Celebrates Small Business Saturday!

It’s that time of year again! The Grand Street BID is gearing up for Small Business Saturday. The nationwide annual event is this Saturday, November 27th. We can’t wait to celebrate all of the small businesses on Grand Street by encouraging locals and visitors to support their neighborhood favorites, and invest in our community.

In an early start to Small Business Saturday, we set up a table outside one of our newest Businesses, Strutting Mutts. We handed out some treats and coffee, and got to meet and talk with our neighbors. Thanks to everyone who stopped to chat and learn more about supporting the small business community on Grand Street, it was a great success!

Small businesses have fueled Grand Street for over 100 years and continue to be the cornerstones of our vibrant district. Executive Director of the BID, Erin Piscopink says “After a hard two years, people are excited to shop locally. Dollars spent at a small business go a long way toward helping our community bounce back stronger than before.” This Saturday, be sure to Shop Small on Grand Street. Tag @GrandStreetBID and use #shopsmall to show us how you celebrated our small businesses this weekend!

Grand Street celebrates Small Business Saturday with The Forum

The BID team will host a pop-up event outside of The Forum (711 Grand Street)

BID team out at a previous pop-up event

Grand Street in Williamsburg has always been home to a vibrant community of small and family businesses, so for mall Business Saturday on November 30th, the BID team will hit the streets to celebrate our neighborhood merchants.

Partnering with The Forum, the BID will set up a pop-up table at 711 Grand Street from 12pm to 2pm with Shop Small promotional materials such as stickers, buttons, pennant flags, tote bags, and more for passersby. The pop-up will also include a prize wheel with a raffle for a merchandise prize from Forum.

In addition to setting up outside, the BID will be sharing those promotional materials with retail businesses along Grand Street to spread the cheer around the neighborhood.

Grand Street BID Executive Director Erin Piscopink says, “Grand Street is a unique commercial corridor in North Brooklyn that has retained it’s authentic neighborhood atmosphere, in large part because of the large presence of small businesses that have always found a home in our district. We are proud to celebrate the dedication that our merchants have for our community and the diversity of our 150+ small businesses that makes our street special.”

We are also partnering with Forum to kick off our Holiday Food Drive which helps feed local families at the St. John the Evangelist food pantry at 195 Maujer Street. The Forum is a yearly participant in the program, and will collect non perishable food items from December 1st to 19th to donate to the program.

Come to Grand Street on Small Business Saturday (Nov. 30) to enter our raffle, receive shop small swag, and patron one of our many small retail and service businesses.

Family enjoying Nick + Sons from a May pop-up.

Tote bag winners from our prize wheel at a June pop-up.