I'm ashamed to say that for as long as I've known about the existence of Nicholas Brooklyn, yesterday was my first time going inside. I was fresh out of the gym and in need of either a protein shake or natural juice. I knew Nicholas Brooklyn for selling juice outside in the summer. I DID NOT know that all the juices are made by a joyful, jovial soul who calls himself "Coconut Rob." He made a blend of spinach and passionfruit juice for me which he put in a bottle with the "Coconut Rob" logo (too cute.) I noticed a very new looking, shiny pot simmering in the juice area but the aroma caught me first. Coconut Rob was preparing a container of hot, vegan soup that was so fragrant and delicious smelling I had to take a container to go. My juice was really tasty but the SOUP!!! It was full of lentils and squash and topped with seasoned, fresh kale and a crushed garlic sauce. It will leave you begging for more with Oliver Twist hunger in your eyes. Nicholas Brooklyn also sells vitamins and supplements and candles for prayer, spiritual and devotional needs. They also host events that focus on topics that serve the needs of the Bed-Stuy community. I see that holistic wellness goddess, Queen Afua, will be a guest at Nicholas Brooklyn for an upcoming event. That's so dope. I feel like I unlocked the door to some real health and happiness by stepping into Nicholas Brooklyn. I'll be back again and again. read more

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Great products. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Their location is very convenient.

A group of us sisters went into Nicholas yesterday, 7/9/20, after viewing the BLM mural painted outside Restoration Plaza in bright yellow. We were greeted by 2 men politely asking if they could help us. We were, of course, properly masked but noticed they were not. However, when we went to the counter to pay for a selected item, we were informed by the man at the cash register that he was not in a mask because "he doesn't wear that". We were now standing 3 ft away from him. This is totally unacceptable. Our community cannot be indifferent to the fundamental rights of each other. His response made a mockery of our history that Black Lives, do in fact, MATTER. read more

Wonderful establishment. I've been ordering online for years. I haven't been in person for a while. I contacted them during the pandemic about being diagnosed with pre-diabetes. The product they recommended worked & I've been ordering from them ever since. My cousin resides in the community & brought me some sage & other products last year. I can't wait to visit in person again. The vibes are awesome, the staff are extremely knowledgeable, and the products work. They also sell AUTHENTIC Dr Missions products. Whew, Chile, that works too. read more

I love this place. You can't get creamy shea butter anywhere else. The customer service is excellent. I've purchased everything here. It's a cultural goldmine. Thank you!!! read more

Popped in for Shea butter as I've needed to ramp up the moisture with all the hand washing going on due to coronavirus. I've been frequenting this business since the Flatbush & Fulton days but kinda fell back once they stopped selling the Shea moisture hair product I was buying exclusively from them. However I do pop in from time to time when strolling Fulton St and must say this place is still solid! Still reliable and trustworthy. While the business may have evolved a bit the "soul" of the place is still strong and that is comforting. read more

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Healing Circle Tuesday is a go! You have to go to Debarah for Reiki! Every Tuesday Nicholas has Healing Circles where you can come and release negative energy and take advantage of the massive array of spiritual guides in the store to help you explore your spirituality deeper. Their book collection and natural body/hair care collection is awesome. They also have a good collection of stones. I could use a bit more array of stones but I think I come when they are sold out of the stones I am looking for. I will definitely continue to go back to Nicholas. read more

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I downloaded Yelp to write this specific review. I find their oils to be overpriced. $15.99 for a 4 oz , plastic bottle of jojoba. That very same brand, "NOW" oil in 4 oz is $9 & 16 oz is $19 on Amazon. Thier prices are RIDICULOUS . read more

I first stopped in Nicholas Brooklyn in search for some natural products and herbal oils. After searching up and down Fulton Avenue the name of the store looked quite familiar as they used to be in the heart of downtown Brooklyn. The location has moved here and it is still a good store with good products like oils, hair essentials, candles, afro-centric products, incense and much more. If you are in the area I recommend going in and see what they have especially if you are into all natural, organic and eco friendly products for you and your home. read more

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Got some beautiful bracelets and some soap and oils here. The woman behind the counter (sorry I forgot her name) was super nice and helpful.

Oh how I miss my roots and culture spot. I have been a supporter of this fine establishment since the 90s in all it locations from Bk, to Union square to Harlem. This is the mothership of wholesale fragrance, and roots vibez...Where else can you get 100 incense for a dollar, choice shea butters, Ras Caps, Batik wraps, candles, rose water, religious items, books, kemetic and Habesha goods, jewelry, oils, scrubs, crystals, nubian heritage, she moisture, nature's blessings and the list goes on. Thank goodness they are online!! read more

Game Night at my second home in Brooklyn sponsored by Nay Marie of Taji Mag & Will Focus. Jenga was dope, but it all came crashing down. Now on to Uno! Next is Taboo. Got my incense and Now brand (aluminum free) deodorant. Come support black business. read more

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I visited the store because a friend of mine was participating in an event here. I arrived a little early before the event but was immediately greeted by the store's team. The atmosphere was great and all around good vibes. They had a live DJ playing and many things to browse. The store has a huge variety of natural body butters, soaps, body and fragrance oils. There is also a nice collection of accessories, reading materials, jewelry, etc. All for great prices! The lady that helped me with my fragrance oils was super friendly and everyone was attentive. Support local businesses and businesses that really give back to the community. I didn't feel like a customer here, but rather more like a guest at Nicholas Brooklyn. I recommend stopping by to check it out. Whether you're there for the party, healing circles, or simply to pick up some all natural products -- you'll feel welcomed! read more

I originally came across this business a few years ago online when looking for Kwanzaa pieces, which I found, ordered, and was absolutely pleased with. Last month my fiancé and I visited the store for the first time....Wonderful experience! Staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and very helpful in product selection (got some great smelling oils)! Such great customer care that my fiancé purchased some items for his cigar shop and made plans to continue business. Overall, wonderful experience and we will definitely be repeated and continued customers! Continued Blessings and Success! Shay aka @thisnaturalgirlisdope read more

Now what can i say about Nicholas Brooklyn?.....I love it!! The people in there are friendly and polite. I was invited by Monique for Open Mic. I was surprise of the crowd and the talent that was in there, poets, singers, rapper and comedy. I was also surprise of the things they sell,from Fashion, Aroma therapy product, Jewelry and more. They also host events, Fund Raisers as well as open Mic. Love it, Love it, Love it. Thank you Monique and you have found a forever fan. read more

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This store is such a Gem. I always make time to stop by when I'm in Brooklyn. The vibe in there is so friendly and welcoming. Their items are all great from black soaps to lavender oil. Incense and Bob Marley t-shirts! I love this store. And their events are awesome. When they move I will be sure to check out their new location. read more

I love this location. It's larger than the Harlem location. I also find the staff here to be more engaging and knowledgable. I went from buying Shea butter to coming for tarot readings and craft circles. They have a great selection of local products that include clothing and beauty to name a few. Although I can find some same items on amazon, prefer to support a local business where I can discuss the products with people who use the items and are responsible for ordering. read more

I did not know what to expect when I was coming to see a comedy show here. Comedy show inside a store? It totally worked! The store is huge and very intriguing. There's men's and women's clothing and accessories, like hats and backpacks. There's also a selection of books and random aromatherapy oils as well as beauty and hygiene products. My first impression was that there's got to be "420 related" items, which there were- Bob Marley memorabilia, incense, rolling papers, lighters, etc. The comedy show was set up in the front of the store with folding chairs to fit around 50 people. There's also plenty of standing room in the back. They turned off some of the lights, which totally changed the vibe of the store and made it feel more like a bar atmosphere. Every first and third Friday of the month, Dave Lester hosts a comedy show with about around 10 really funny comics! The show is called "WINE & CHEESIN". The best part? Free wine and hors d'ouvres! The show started at 10:00, but the doors opened early so people can start drinking and loosen up! The comics were great and they never ran out of drinks or food. You can check Nicholas Variety's website for the comedy show lineups every other week. I will definitely be coming back! read more

This place is so unique. They have all types of oils, fragrances and trinkets. Great for natural hair and skin products, aroma therapies, etc. They also host several events, like a black business expo, yoga sessions, meditation sessions, all types of things. They are a little pricey, but I like what they bring to the neighborhood, so I will definitely be going back! read more

The employees are super friendly and polite. It's like a one stop shop for cultural things, ranging from books, clothes to hair products. They have a great Open Mic space. I'm coming back, no hesitations. :) read more

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Wow.. your store is amazing!! It's usually difficult for me to find all the products I need, so I find myself running from store to store. I was so impressed with the products in your store! Now all I have to do is make one stop and I can buy everything I need. I'm so thankful and appreciate that because it saves me so much time. And you know as they say, time is money! I purchased a few shirts, two dresses, incense, oils, and a necklace and earring set. I was also able to find a gift for my mother there and she's very difficult to shop for! She was so happy to receive the beautiful jewelry from Morocco.. Breathtaking! Not to mention, the staff at Nicholas is very helpful. I spent about 2 hours shopping and the clerk assisted me and answered all of my questions. He answered all of my questions and recommended some products that I wasn't aware of. Thank you so much for your contribution to the community! I wish there were more stores like yours! I've already told all of my friends about the store, and even posted the store's info on my Facebook page. As a matter of fact, I'll be going back this Saturday to get more oils and a couple of hats. Thanks again and see you soon! read more

I love being able to purchase my Nubian Heritage products from here! Super friendly staff! Support black businesses!

The woman with the small afro was very disrespectful. At first walking into the store was delightful but i asked where mango butter was and she said they didn't have it. But why did i find it myself?! Then when i was wrapping up and done, I asked for my receipt. I did not hear her because she kept mumbling under her breath. I ask for the second time where is my receipt and she yells it is in my bag. Horrible customer service, she needs to be fired because she sucked at doing her job. You are there to help people and you can't just throw attitude at anyone especially in Brooklyn . read more

The manager is super nice and they have a nice selection of oils. They also have open mic night sessions and poetry sessions.

This is a friendly store with a good variety of products. I love the selection of body and hair products. They also have candles, jewelry, clothing,hats and books. They also have health products, and monthly events which I have yet to check out! OK, so now as of last night, I have been to an event. And it was amazing! Lots of people, and a wonderful mix of ages, colors and identities! I was by myself and was totally at ease. It had a family type vibe. They also had various promotions. And $2 earrings,very nice! It seemed a bit too crowded and hectic to be shopping while I was there. I unfortunately had to leave before the end. The featured poet was amazing, but I don't know her name. She was from Portland. Sean D or B(?) was also a stunning performer and very impressive particularly for one so young. 'the Mayor' and the young lady singer(sorry....) were also great. I loved it, will def tell my others and go again. I also got a free ticket for another event next week, somewhere else in brooklyn! read more

I was happy to find a place that had pretty much all of my ingredients for body butter under one roof. After making my purchases at the counter the owner place my purchases into the bag along with some flyers and an invite. She told me that she's inviting to a craft night for making waist beads. I was excited and I want to go and make something fun. I showed up to the event. When my husband dropped me off I was greeted at the door by the make workers informing me that it was a women's only event. That's fine!.... Because my husband wasn't coming to it. When I came in the place was really dark and smoky- no prob! Maybe it's incense burning. As I signed in i as told to join the circle they were mediating ---- what?!!! That's not what I signed up for that wasn't on the flyer. I old one of the ladies that I would not be joining in on the mediation - I'll just sit here quietly. When the mediation was over. We were told to write why we are here on a card- interesting!! After I read why I'm here. Which is to make waist beads as per the flyer - I was told to walk it over to the alter. ----- again, what the hell????!!! Literally! They gently pressure you with cheers and claps. I picked out beads and the. Was told that the colors have meaning " for the energy you want to invite"----- what?!!! This is too much!! When making the beads there were a couple of ladies there but one in particular " God bashing"--- uncomfortable!!!. We had a very brief exchange when I realized how use less the conversation was. At the end the leader of the group sprayed everyone with lavender spray. - which I believe left me with a rash the next day. Long story, short- this place has a lot of items in the store but be very aware of the event a that they advertise because their religious practices they force on people. You can believe what you want to believe. But don't try to lure and manipulate me into your rituals, practices and belief. read more

Very different vibe this time around. Staff were unfriendly and not helpful. Staff at the oil counter were straight up rude. Won't be back

This place is simply beautiful because of it's diverse elements. Riki therapy, spoken word, products that not only make you shine but intrinsically beautifies. Did I mention the clothing and hats? I was surprised, not really though that they carry the Pharaonic brand clothing which are quissential pieces for all of US (Ubuntu)..The employees are very helpful and informative. You come in with questions and you leave with answers and oh so much more, that's peace! read more

Friendly staff, deep house music playing and all the products you need for hair and skin. I likes!! (If you're from Atlanta, think of all your fave stores in Lil 5 Points in one spot.) read more

I love this business. I get all my oils from them. There service is outstanding. And they aren't just a store. They even have special events, like open mic, comedy night, yoga, inspiring speakers. This business to me is a 5star all the way. read more

I needed a Kinara set for a Kwanzaa/New Years Party I was having. For some reason I waited until the last minute to buy one. The only place in the entire City of New York, that I thought might possibly have one was good 'ole Nicholas, formerly known as Nubian Heritage. I called them up and asked if I they carried a kinara set. The phone was answered by Trevor who told me that they had one at the Harlem store, he would get it and bring it back to Brooklyn so I could pick it up. What time will you be here he said. Five-fifteen I said. At 6:00 PM that evening, I walked out of the store with my new kinara set, and a couple of other things. Trevor and the cashier (who was so sweet) told me that many people had asked for the kinara set but were told, it couldn't be purchased because they were holding it for someone. I was so grateful that I was able to experience something that's practically gone extinct; great customer service. The best part was, I got the candles, candle holder, and cup/chalot for a very reasonable price. Much more reasonable than the prices sets like these usually sell for online. I had a wonderful experience at this store and will definitely be back. I highly recommend. read more

I'm not sure this is the same place as illustrated below with the cross streets. The place of which I speak is off of Flatbush Ave and is not far from the Barclays Center. It is a haven for black culture and community.. There are books, music, clothing and cosmetic products, I personally go in for the scented oils love the quality and service.. There are so much activity's​ and events there is always something going on!!!!! read more

I like how big and well stocked this store is, with everything from hair products to books and clothing. It's really refreshing to see actually. My first time here, I bought 2 pins and spent maybe 20 mins just looking around. Good store! read more

It smells good in here. Look the vibe. Love that my people of color have a store like this. I think it's important to have a spiritual, metaphysical place to go to in one's neighborhood such as thing. I don't have one, so I came back to where I grew up (BROOOOOOKLYN!) for some treats. They have crystals and wooden necklaces and some books and soaps and this awesome yellow shea butter that is working WONDERS on my eczema, honey!!!! read more

best cultural store in NY...employees very friendly. Store very huge and very clean and organized.

Great Place to visit and there's always something new. Wonderful Products and much, much more. The staff is very supportive of the Community, new talent and new products. Hay Monique and family, this is my shout out. See you soon. Peace! read more

I enjoyed my several visit to Nicholas Brooklyn because the owner is every pleasant & has a friendly personality. She is very helpful & friendly toward consumers. I used to participate in the yoga class & the price was resasonable with snacks afterwards. They do need time management though when it comes to planning for events because I and others had to wait longer than stated time for the preformers to start but when it was started it was so enjoyable. There is very nice jewelry & items in the store and it's very inexpensive. read more

The workers are truly amazing and kind. I love entering the store it always smell beautiful and they have great pricing on items/products. I would definitely recommend this location. read more

The store at this location sells Nubian Heritage products but their actual name is "Nicholas". I love NH products and bought the Coconut and Papaya Hair Butter. When I got home, I found there were thousands of hard little white spheres throughout the product. They were dispersed throughout my hair too. I called the store to tell them and the clerk said they knew about the problem and "that's how they sent them back to us" but could not refund my money without speaking to a manager (who, of course, was not there). Since the product wasn't very expensive, I won't bother trying to take it back, but it sounds to me like this establishment knowingly sold me a defective product. The Nubian Heritage products are great so I will always buy them, but not from Nicholas. If you choose to do so, check your purchase VERY carefully before you leave. They have permanently lost my business because of how this was handled. read more

I love this store! I wanted to make my own hair moisturizer and I went into Nicholas to buy the Shea butter and essential oils and walked out with the most amazing fragrant oils for everyday use. The staff is super friendly and so knowledgeable about their products. I will be visiting this store again in near future. read more