[Update 08Aug07] COMING SOON…Ok, this section has been up for a year now, and I haven’t updated it yet. There are many small businesses and larger retail businesses in the area. Dumbo is also known for its art galleries and high tech entrepreneurs. It’s been a challenge for an individual like myself (with limited time) to keep up with them. So I’d like to highlight local businesses with individual postings. If you own a business in the Dumbo area, email me at dumbonyc[at]gmail[dot]com with your business name, contact information, website (if available), and description. I may post your information with a short interview. Thanks!

October 18th, 2006 at 2:05 pm
Located in the DUMBO gallery area of Brooklyn, New York, the Gloria Kennedy Gallery presents diverse and spectacular visual exhibitions of contemporary art that define the art space in a new vernacular. The Gallery represents emerging and known artists and provides the art community a superlative mixture of collectible art. All visual arts are exhibited with a focus on three dimensional masterworks.
October 25th, 2006 at 2:40 pm
Recycle-a-Bicycle is an innovative, fun youth training and environmental education initiative that has taken root in New York City public schools and respected after-school youth programs.
Recycle-A-Bicycle promotes everyday bicycle use, and it is a great place to learn bicycle mechanics, interact with positive, forward-thinking NYC youth. Our retail shops are the place to find that city bike you need.
October 29th, 2006 at 11:56 pm
All DUMBO real estate shown!
Inquire about DUMBO Real Estate Expertise by the hour!
January 24th, 2007 at 5:26 pm
spring
Innovative space exploring the boundary between art and commerce, featuring seasonal exhibitions and a curated store with selected art and design items. In all of Brooklyn, and Manhattan, too, the stuff at spring…is what I coveted most.-Patricia Marx for the New Yorker126A Front Street, next to SuperfineWed.- Sat. 12:30-7, Sun. 12-6 & by appt.
March 7th, 2007 at 5:21 pm
I thought i saw a spa in DUMBO. Where is it?
March 7th, 2007 at 8:55 pm
I believe it is in 147 Front
March 28th, 2007 at 8:43 am
Lunare Design Scapes Inc.
Lu-na-re (loo’na rey)
1- An artistic expression aimed to transform something common into something precious.
2- A force that mysteriously brings together all layers of an event to ultimate fusion.
3- A mingling, an infusion of flowers. plants, liquid, solid, light
and culture.
4- Artistic alchemy
With Lunare Design Scapes and Simone Hazel, the founder and owner,comes a full service international special event company with many years of experience. Formal training in fine and commercial arts, theatrical design, retail display, floral design, culinary inspirations and many other artistic expressions is what sets us apart.
We offer and coordinate many different aspects and layers to create events and environments such as;
Overall event design & decor, floral design, a complete line of rentals, buffet & bar decor, custom linens, draping & tent treatments, lighting, venue contacts, caterer contacts and much more.
April 13th, 2007 at 1:08 am
ALL DUMBO REAL ESTATE!
“We love her!”~curbed.com
ask me about new DUMBO condos coming -
under $700/sq ft
RECENT TRANSACTIONS
1st Flip in The Nexus -SOLD!
70 Washington – SOLD!
42 Main – SOLD!
1 Main – in contract
DUMBO’s only all DUMBO realtor.
May 3rd, 2007 at 8:53 am
DUMBO Pet Care is a professional home based pet care business offering boarding, daycare, dog walking, petsitting, cat visits, and more. Free pick up and drop off in DUMBO. Located at 25 Jay St, hours by appt only. Alternative solutions to fit your needs. Call us when you can’t leave your pet just anywhere!
(347) 405-1423
DUMBOPetCare@aol.com
http://www.DUMBOPetCare.com
May 23rd, 2007 at 12:10 pm
Moody Mammoth Recording Studio is located in the heart of DUMBO. Our live room offers a professional atmosphere for rock bands to classical, completely sound engineered for the best live results.
Completely equipped for producing, recording, mixing and dubbing. Moody Mammoth is intrested in promotinf young artists, world music and electronic lab oriented projects.
We are also currently working on a childrens project that brings kids into our studio to learn about the whole musical process that bring thier ideas to an original score. If intrested please email us at kites@moodymammoth.com
June 16th, 2007 at 2:44 pm
Established in DUMBO in 2001, Loop Design partners with clients to help them define, design, refine and realize their communication and creative needs.
We provide Art Direction and Graphic Design services to help tell your story, sell your product and propel your business and brand. Please drop us a line or visit our website to view examples of our work. http://www.loopdesigngroup.com/
June 25th, 2007 at 2:42 pm
You do have time to become a mentor!
iMentor proves that even the busiest, most successful New Yorkers have time to be quality mentors. iMentor uses mentoring to bridge the divide between New York City’s eclectic communities, creating unique and dynamic relationships that would not have been possible without the program.
The iMentor program is truly changing the face of youth mentoring. This year, iMentor connected 700 high school-aged youth (mentees) one-to-one with volunteer adult mentors. Every mentor-mentee pair cultivates their relationship using iMentor’s pioneering combination of weekly email correspondence and regular in-person meetings.
We would love some Mentors from DUMBO!
Visit http://www.imentor.org/get_involved/be_mentor.php and change a young person’s life today!
December 2nd, 2007 at 11:43 pm
My husband and I launched blinxi.com this year from our apt. in DUMBO. It is a social networking site for people who are tired of trying to use a site designed for teens and twenty-somethings. Blinxi is easy to use. We’re small, but growing.
January 28th, 2008 at 1:53 pm
Robert Austin Gonzalez has opened a Furniture Showroom and Interior Design Studio at 142-B Plymouth St. near Pearl St..
Robert’s business has been in Dumbo for 17 years at 68 Jay St., and has just moved to this storefront to showcase his Grace Collection. Visitation is by appointment only so call ahead: 718-596-7960
Robert offers Interior Design Services as well as custom furniture design and fabrication. If you are looking to turn your generic apartment into a “HOME” give Robert a call and see what he can do for you.
January 28th, 2008 at 1:54 pm
Oh, Robert’s website: http://www.robertaustingonzalez.com
February 11th, 2008 at 1:11 am
Vinegar Hill Veterinary Group at 57 Front Street is very close to opening. The projected opening date for this state of the art veterinary practice is early March. Dr. Sara Neuman specializes in medicine and surgery for dogs,cats, pocket pets, avian, and reptile species. Please visit the website for exact opening dates. We are looking forward to being a part of the amazing DUMBO community.
February 11th, 2008 at 1:16 am
vhvetgroup.com
September 4th, 2008 at 1:48 pm
HI,
Is Joseph Arthur still showing at his studio MOMAR?
-Michael Edwards, The Phrog of Santa Barbara
November 6th, 2008 at 3:34 pm
At Edit.com you get the full range of services for your website, with the quality you expect, delivered in record time at affordable and predictable prices. It’s the easiest way to update, enhance and repair your site. We guarantee it.
December 27th, 2008 at 4:26 pm
Boconcept Dumbo
We offer customized, coordinated and affordable design furniture and accessories. Customized because our products can be designed to match the needs and dreams of our customers. Coordinated because we take a holistic approach in the development and design of our product range. Design because we are a design company with our own designers. Affordable because we want to spoil our customers by giving them great value.
Phone:718-246-8188
Address:79 Front Street(Between 6th and 7th Ave)
December 29th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
BoConcept DUMBO: Design Sales
BoConcept in-stock sofas are now 20% off until January 25th, 2009, and with a purchase of a sofa you will receive a 10% discount on a rug. Our in-stock sofas are displayed in our showroom.
Our classic American Bed and select nightstands and dressers are also on sale for 20%.
Although Christmas is over our accessories are still discounted 30%, excluding rugs and lamps. Sales end Jan 25th.
Please stop by our showroom; we look forward to helping you select new furniture and designs for your homes.
718.246.8188
79 Front Street (between Main and Washington Streets)
January 23rd, 2009 at 6:48 pm
I am pleased to announce a new business in lovely Brooklyn, (Dumbo). It is called Chic Studios (which has 2 divisions) Chic Studios- PRO MAKEUP ARTISTRY, which teaches aspiring artists to become Professional Makeup Artists. The other is Chic Studios- FITNESS BOOTCAMP which trains individuals to workout in a fun, interactive way while focusing on health, and losing weight.
Chic Studios- PRO MAKEUP ARTISTRY is enrolling now for Spring 2009
Chic Studios- FITNESS BOOTCAMP begins April 6th, 2009.
email for further information.
chicstudiosnyc@gmail.com also check out facebook, chic studios
January 23rd, 2009 at 6:49 pm
Please email for further information about chic studios as courses are filling up quickly.
chicstudiosnyc@gmail.com
September 28th, 2009 at 4:54 pm
Any suggestions for restuarants in this area? First time in New York for my husband and myself.
September 29th, 2009 at 7:41 am
River Cafe fool! Hope hubby brought a coat and tie.
You can pick me up at 8.
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October 5th, 2009 at 5:03 pm
There are a couple of great places to eat in Dumbo. I like Superfine for food and Speaklow for drinks (best happy hour in NYC).
My company, Flocabulary, produces educational hip-hop music. We have our offices in DUMBO, but recently had to let go of our recording space in Manhattan. If anyone knows of a recording studio in DUMBO, feel free to share.
October 6th, 2009 at 12:50 pm
Salon de Quartier in Dumbo is a hair lounge and nails bar with a creative
environment to cater to client’s personality, lifestyle and fashion sense.
Located in 43 Washington St. between Front and Water St.
Salon de Quartier, it’s been in the neighborhood since July 2008,
with an ample range of services.
Right now we are offering some really attractive promotions during
weekdays, including women’s – men’s haircuts, blow dries and flash
highlights, for more information you join us in our website
http://www.salondequartier.com and for being a first time client you will
receive a 15% e-mailed to you, you can use it in any service (can not use
it with a promotion).
Salon de Quartier will be waiting for you, any day, anytime within our schedule
Time, which is 7 days a week, 11-8 weekdays, 10-6 Saturdays and 11-7sundays
March 1st, 2010 at 10:01 pm
My boyfriend and I are vacationing in NY toward the end of May and are looking for any recommendations of hotels to stay at in the Brooklyn/DUMBO area. We are twenty-something graphic designers who love underground art, bookstores, and music, and we'd love to stay somewhere within walking or short public transit of this sort of thing. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!
July 6th, 2010 at 11:33 am
hey tinyswagger, did you ever find a good place to stay near dumbo? i'll be there with my boyfriend later this month and would love a recommendation…
July 6th, 2010 at 3:33 pm
hey tinyswagger, did you ever find a good place to stay near dumbo? i'll be there with my boyfriend later this month and would love a recommendation…
January 15th, 2011 at 1:13 am
I have an idea to open a small healthy drink shop in Dumbo area. What do you think about this? Do you think it going to do well? Can anyone recommend a small retail space that it allow food? (like healthy drink) Thank you so much:)
May 5th, 2011 at 6:07 pm
Idearly, Two Trees has a little retail spot possibly opening up on Front street by the Pizza spot. You should call them at 718-222-2505
June 6th, 2011 at 5:40 am
My name is Erica Feigin, I’ve been trying to start babysitting/mothers helping for the past two years. Between that time I have been able to babysit for some people in the neighborhood, but not on the regular.
My cell phone number is 917-270-1018 and my email is borrowbabysitting@gmail:disqus .com
Please contact me for further information
September 7th, 2011 at 10:36 am
Hello, I have started a Pet Dog Blog called “D.U.M.B.O. BARKS”, where it depicts a day in a dogs life in the shadows of the Brooklyn Bridges. I would like to display my biz cards on the right portion of this Blog. It is very tastefully done. Please forward my request to those that handle advertising. My goal is to have most if not all the dog owners send me their dog photos and placed in a photography book of the same name. My website and email address has been entered in the spaces provided above, thanx for your time, David.
September 12th, 2011 at 10:49 pm
We have shares in our multi-user art space available now – $280-345/month, including utilities and internet access. Building is secure, and offers 24/7 access. Great for painters, writers and designers. Email for more information: studiomilo AT yahoo DOT com
November 23rd, 2011 at 8:25 pm
Black Friday ! 20% off! Regular price range 10-35$
145 Front st. Elfralie Clothing Store
December 4th, 2011 at 3:27 pm
EGR not competitive??? You mean Martin Truex JR. isnt competitive. Juan montoya is plenty competitive in the same equipment. I sure hope EGR makes it through all this and stays around drivng chevys…JPM and the 42 team are doing their part thats for sure,Truex can go hes overated just like junior..