You walked past the best Pizza restaurant in Queens…. MARGARITAS!!!! 😋😋😋😋😋 This was amazing! Thank you for showing off one of the most historical parts of my borough ♥️♥️♥️♥️ Side bar: I just realized after 42 years that everything you need to keep or get your life together is on the Ave. DMV Department of Labor Social Security Human Resource Administration Immigration Advocacy Family Court Civil Court Supreme Court Administration for Childrens Services And so much more…. ALL THESE THINGS IN LESS THAN A 5 mile radius… 💖💖💖💖💖

Wow Jamaica Avenue has changed a lot I used to go with my mother to visit my uncle that was 45 years ago I was young. It was so different back then.

@booba8985

Жыл бұрын

changed in a bad way or good way?

@ProjectArjun

Жыл бұрын

@@booba8985 in a good way of course, area has been heavily gentrified

I LOVE IT! QUEENS is the TRUE heart of NYC. GLAD to see my home getting represented!

@mkm1738

Жыл бұрын

Yes I agree

I’m from South Jamaica (lived in South Ozone Park and now I live in Springfield Gardens near the Conduit and JFK) and I can’t count how many times I been to the ave. I just wish people knew more about Jamaica than just collie block and Jamaica station. The former town of Jamaica Queens is massive. Richmond Hill, South Richmond Hill, South Ozone Park, Jamaica, Hollis, South Jamaica, Springfield Gardens, Laurelton, Queens Village, Rochdale Village, Cedar Manor Houses, Bricktown and Rosedale are all considered “Jamaica Queens”. Almost every neighborhood I mentioned outside of Jamaica and parts of Springfield and Rosedale (mainly the “town” on 147th avenue and the area near JFK and the Conduit) is residential. Jamaica Queens is basically its own city within NYC that’s 100% West Indian and Hispanic. It used to be the burbs before white flight and urban development. A lot of racists will say we ruined the community but the truth is while they keep taking away our resources, we keep fighting. Crime has plummeted, parks are getting reformed, brand new duplexes and condos are being built, and best of all, we have never gentrified. It can get rough over here sometimes, but like all of NYC since 2013 (besides the BX I guess) it’s relatively safe over here. Springfield Gardens Rosedale and South Ozone Park is where I spent most of my time. I hope this wasn’t too long. Nice video btw!

@wilmars9146

Жыл бұрын

It was never the burbs.

@nymade4130

Жыл бұрын

@@wilmars9146 I’m speaking about the greater Jamaica area not downtown Jamaica imbecile

@daphneharper5287

Жыл бұрын

You’re definitely a New Yorker, we have a lot to say..bless your heart. We’re actually neighbors I’m a homeowner here in Springfield Gardens, I’m 50+, I lived and shopped in downtown Jamaica many years ago. Yes, it has changed drastically over the years..you can blame high rent you can blame unemployment you can blame homelessness and you can without a doubt blame COVID. Millions, and thousands of New Yorkers have died resulting in a ghost town appeal. Fortunately Jamaica is surviving the calamity that we have faced. We need more gentrification, more resources available for the lower and middle hardworking everyday people that live, raise their families and pay taxes here. We should be able to leave our homes, work shop play feel safe and enjoy the qualities of life. As long as we stand for each other, we may not have it all but together we have everything. Stay well 🌺

@reynaelena7571

Жыл бұрын

It is not 100 percent West Indian and Hispanic, although many immigrants have moved here. In the 1960s, it was populated by Black American middle-class families. Two cars in the driveway, backyard cookouts, families who wanted the best for their kids. My parents bought a home on North Conduit in Springfield Gardens in 1965. Crime, drugs, and violence werr not rampant the way they are now. The whole 114 area was like a small town. We built one of the most powerful political machines in the nation. Black doctors, teachers, nurses, lawyers lived side by side with firemen and sanitation workers. People looked out for each other. Most of us moved away after college, and a significant number migrated to Atlanta, N.C., and Florida. African-Americans created this community. Don't come along and credit West Indians and Hispanics.

@nymade4130

Жыл бұрын

@@reynaelena7571 I don’t know why you came outta nowhere with 3iq xenophobia but the area not being Hispanic and West Indian before Hispanic and West Indian immigration does not change what I said Lmao. You really came here and said it can’t be 100% Hispanic and West Indian TODAY because decades ago it wasn’t. You’re unbelievable. And nice job blaming us for crime. I hope you don’t live here anymore because people like you make the city worse. Go take this foundational black American bs to Georgia or something weirdo😭 Edit: WE BUILT THIS COMMUNITY. This place has been 100% West Indian and Hispanic since y’all ran away. If it wasn’t for us Jamaica would be gentrified. Crime increased all over America in the 70s so saying “we had less crime in the 60s” is purposefully disingenuous. And those cities you named with all you African Americans commit way more crime than us. I never understand why AAs feel the need to hate on other black Americans just because we’re first or second generation. You want to take credit for all the good and blame us for all the bad. All the guns that are in the city come from the South. Did you know that? Did you know that the Supreme Team was mostly African American? The demographic change happened in the 90s. You’re blaming us for a problem that y’all created. Literally created a bunch of gangs and drug rings and then ran away to the south. Miss me with this bs.

This is my home. I grew up here and really do miss it.

You did an excellent job, especially since it was hot outside and the distance you walked was far. I grew up in Jamaica Queens and still live in the community.

@beeblack2210

2 жыл бұрын

179st Jamaica queens NYC 11434 my block dead end Yo.

Thank you for walking and showing my area i love my hood shout out to south side Jamaica queens .laurelton and Springfield blvd

I enjoyed your premiere alot. It brought back memories of my childhood and was fun chatting with you and your guests. Thankyou so much! Hope you're keeping cool! ❤️

This was a really great video .... Thank you so much for taking me around my old 'Vacation' neighborhood 🤭 ... I always used to wander around Jamaica Ave when in NYC ... Looks like it has changed so much! 😱❤️🇬🇧

@derekdolcy5839

2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 there summer time my unkule had shop out there before he died. 😭😭😭🙏❤️💜🌹🌹

I grew up in hollis Jamaica and Francis Lewis blvd. I used to go xmas shopping all those stores back in the late 70's. It has changed a lot. Loved the video. It brought a los of great memories. I grew up in the same neighborhood as RUN-D.M.C. cool group of guys

@mzsha09

Жыл бұрын

Heyyyy neighbor 😁😁😁😁😁

@realitycheck87

Жыл бұрын

I'm from hollis and Springfield. Shadyville!

Thanks for touring our neighborhood … no place like queens

@shaunyb2343

Жыл бұрын

Yes

The church/cemetery you passed on 155th st is an historic episcopal church dating back to the 1700’s. It’s the oldest episcopal church in Long Island.

thanks for featuring the beautiful county of jamaica , queens we have improved a lot for the past few years and I enjoy the newest fast foods specially near the E TRAIN.

Wow, absolutely amazing commentator and introduction of Jamaica. I’m 50+, I’ve lived, worked (NYCTA) and raised my family in the area and conducted my personal affairs. Did all my best and happiest shopping..pushing my children on the swings and enjoying the day. I’ve recently moved to another State but this area is memorable and will always be home to me. I’ve seen the major transformation that has economically benefited the area, many familiar landmarks are gone but newer businesses are up and thriving. With all the life and business changes it’s with out a doubt a good thing to see the light is still shining for Downtown Jamaica.

Thank you for sharing this beautiful section of queens it's amazing it's also good to here your voice to thanks so much and God bless you

It’s such a convenient area. I visited this spring and it’s a pretty chill laid back area with parks and shops all over the place. Pretty chill and near the airport. Thanks for the tour!

Thank you so much for these videos. I recently moved away from NY after living their all my life and miss it terribly. Much love.

@derekdolcy5839

2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 there luly b how are u

Excellent Video I’ve haven’t been in Queens since 2008 I’m from Jamaica Queens and it looks totally different in many area!!! Thank you for this Amazing Video. God Bless.

66 baby grew up here. I live Pennsylvania now but man memories of playing handball in that park till 3am at times is like yesterday. So many changes I would not have recognize the park if I didn't grow up there and the camera footage leading up to it wasn't available. I ❤ Newyork!!! Lefrakcity,Queens Blvd, linden❤❤❤❤ And cant leave out were I moved from last THE BOOGIE!!❤❤❤❤

Very interesting video. I grew up walking this same area but I remember it when the “el” (the elevated train tracks for the F train) kept that part of Jamaica Avenue perpetually in the shade. Different stores were there in the ‘60’s too: Gertz (a 6 floor department store) and Woolworth’s on the north side, and Mays a little bit further east.

@benjaminsmith2287

2 жыл бұрын

Wasn't the F, it was the J. The F is underground on Hillside along with, at that time, the E. Now the E is on Archer while the F is still on Hillside. I think it was called the QJ at the time. I remember Mays, Macy's, Gertz, a sports store Modell's but also called Davega, and some more. The bus terminal is still there. I used to like to get donuts there. I'm from Saint Albans and would take the 3A bus (now called Q83) or the Q4 bus to Jamaica Av or to the 169th or Parson's Av. subway station for the E and F. I only the Jamaica Av. el when going straight to Brooklyn,.

@kashcoop

2 жыл бұрын

Stop off for a slice or a beef pattie, knish from Big Daddy's 😆

@derekdolcy5839

2 жыл бұрын

Hi 😊 there dara linthwaite yes true 😊👍👍😎

@daralinthwaite2925

Жыл бұрын

@@benjaminsmith2287 Yes, you’re right! I do remember the E and F trains being together! Such a long time ago, in the ‘60’s and ‘70’s when I used to be there all the time. Took the Q6 bus on Rockaway everywhere, as that was the only public transportation near me. Transferred to the Q7 by Baisley Park to get to John Adams High School, or took the Q6 to get one of the “red busses” to get into Queens Village. (I have no memory of what bus it was anymore!). Or, took the Q6 into Jamaica & walked up to Hillside to catch an orange bus up to Flushing to get to Queens College, and later, to catch the #7 train to get into the city. Spent many, many hours on public transportation. Now I’d rather drive out to the island! I remember when Gertz was closing their Jamaica store: I bought the start of my Franciscan stoneware collection (Red Apple pattern) that I still love to this day.

@benjaminsmith2287

Жыл бұрын

@@daralinthwaite2925 I believe the Q6 was a Green Line bus. They were later purchased by the MTA. I used to take the Q3A, now called the Q83, and one of them went to Queens Village. Sometimes I'd take the LIRR from Queens Village if going out to Long Island. I haven't been on Jamaica Av. in a long time. I would just go to the Archer Av. E train stop and take a bus from there. Queens is a very diverse and interesting borough. However, I try not to drive in NYC. I'm in NJ now but when I go to NYC, I still take public transportation. However, I'm not happy with the crime situation on the subways now and only take them when absolutely necessary.

Born and raised in Queens. For once I wish people that really know about. Newyork work do these videos!!!

Very lovely video, I've really enjoyed this 👌, thanks so much for sharing, lots of love from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦 💕

Jamaica, Queens is a fairly interesting place. They’re right next to Flushing, Queens by bus and JFK is right there. However, the local fish markets there and outside farmer markets are great. There’s so many new developments around there. So many new affordable stores. It’s kind of awesome.

@bxrokk

2 жыл бұрын

Actually, it's a low income cess pool that resembles a flea market. The farmer's markets look like something out of a third world country. The "affordable" stores sell inferior goods. The new developments look out f place; the neighborhoods nor the culture support the aesthetics. The drug addicts congregate on every corner with their pushers nearby, the general look of despair on everyone's face is downright depressing, and the infrastructure only adds to the feeling of disgust the entire area generates. I lived out there for many years. I literally HATE it!

@amywamala

2 жыл бұрын

Glad I left as well! I lived in Queens Village and even though it was a great neighborhood it was depressing on Jamaica Avenue! I moved to Massachusetts, lived there for 5 years then relocated to Tennessee. I love it here. It's suburban, clean and pretty. I would never go back. I miss the old days of New York 😪!

@derekdolcy5839

2 жыл бұрын

Yes terra branford and an Indian shop that sails things

@wilmars9146

Жыл бұрын

It's not right next to Flushing, Queens.

I used to love going to the theatre. Very nice place. Inside the food court you gotta try the Cajun Grill, their Bourbon Chicken is really good. @21:52 I used to go this pizzeria all the time, they had the BEST pizza in all of the city--no place had better pizza than here I haven't been there in over 10 years but back then ALL the pies were fresh out of the oven, they NEVER needed to put a slice in the oven because as soon as the pie came out it was sold in like 10 seconds.

This is awesome! I'm sharing with my family who grew up in Jamaica.

WOW how the Sutphin Boulevard station has changed. I moved from NYC 19 years ago and I really miss the good diverse food, markets, and late night stores. I didn't see you go to the Gertz Mall portion of Jamaica Ave.

@farrahnyc9067

Жыл бұрын

Gertz is gone sweetie...

@mzsha09

Жыл бұрын

It’s long gone… 😩😩😩

@Jamaicafunk

Жыл бұрын

@@farrahnyc9067 They still call it Gertz mall though.

165 street got some of best patties in the neighborhood.

Thank you so much again Mr. You did an excellent job! Can you please do a video of all of Hillside Jamaica Queens NY? May The Most-High God Jehovah be with you. Be safe ok!

Thank you for sharing your amazing video. Wish you have a wonderful day and more success 😊👍

Around the 24th minute My Church Tabernacle of Prayer. Used to be the Loews Valencia theater and became a church in the late '70s under Pastor Johnnie Washington.

Wow do I remember Archer Ave and Jamaica Queens. Spent many times there getting my license renewed, shopping, etc!

@TheNYCWalkingShow

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you dear

Jamaica Ave is a melting pot! In the 50s it was an all white neighborhood.. as families started migrating to the USA .. It was an stepping stone for you to be able to buy a house for your family and give them a better life. I'm from hollis went to HS on the avenue. Being raised in such a diverse neighborhood allows you to open your mind and understanding of different cultures

@staceyshere

2 жыл бұрын

Hollis gang!

@nickinickienicky5751

2 жыл бұрын

I’m also from Hollis, Queens (202nd Street); my grandmother and I always shopped on Jamaica Avenue every Saturday morning ( I loved shopping at the Colosseum Mall ). I also attended P.S. 135 and then moved to Atlanta, Ga. I love and miss New York City❤️

@Dreamytresses

2 жыл бұрын

So true 👍.

@kashcoop

2 жыл бұрын

Crazy seeing how it's changed over the years. No more Wiz or skating rink. But Margherita Pizza is still there!

@nesq4104

2 жыл бұрын

Went to ps 35.

Amazing and awesome and absolutely cool. Love this journey! 👍👍

Helpful for people who need it new in town hard to travel history information it will give them an idea about this area

Very easy to miss this place grew up there and never bothered to enter🤷‍♀️

Thanks for this video it was so hot outside .Really appreciate it great video .

@TheNYCWalkingShow

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Wow i just seen my family's old apartment between 149-150 brings so much memories!!💯

You skipped the MOST important part of Jamaica Ave….the COLLI BLOCK aka The Colosseum Block

That’s some distance you covered wow 😯

I was born & raised in queens Jamaica, I love what they did to it , now I can (r.i p )

I grew up in Jamaica Queens… you didn’t mention a lot of landmarks that anyone born there knows about Margarita Pizza… still the best in the city in my opinion. Do they still have the green and white walls? The colosseum mall. Tabernacle of Prayer .. you walked right past and didn’t mention. and others . my hood has definitely changed but I’m glad a few things still remain the same.

@farrahnyc9067

Жыл бұрын

Yes they still have the green and white walls lol

@avanulaneway8418

Жыл бұрын

he dont know about those places

Use to live across the street from this park summertimes they had a lot of festivities nice area

@TheNYCWalkingShow

2 жыл бұрын

So cool!

I am English and I visited my grandfather here last yaer in October. Good to see it again.

All of this walking, I would forget what I originally went to the store to get ...😞 I wouldn't know how to maintain without a car.

Normally I only see this place on the way to the airport going home from an NYC visit lol. Always for minutes at a time. Never thought to visit

Always enjoy watching your tour walk friend

My old stomping grounds it has changed soooo much

Soo, I drive a bus along Jamaica Ave (I saw myself..lol), not to digress, I learned a lot!! Didn't know about the museum, nor the indoor markets..crazy..Good video!! EVERYONE drives on Jamaica Ave. Cars, Trucks, vans, motorcycles..no one adheres to the street rules. Police do not regulate either...for now.

Love this 😀 ❤️

Liberty ave 170 and hillside ave 175 was my childhood stomping grounds 💯

@daphneharper5287

Жыл бұрын

Hey girl, I’m 50+…do you remember Apollo Diner on 168/Hillside late nite…

I use to work and live around there for years way cool

Busy friendly quiet moments

U mentioned Aldi. I was hoping u would walk up to show the new building up close, cause that’s a new change.

@TheNYCWalkingShow

2 жыл бұрын

Next time I will show that!

Oh man he came to the hood

Thank u for upload

My side! South Jamiaca! Literally my LiRR station. This is dope. Enjoy!!

I might have to visit one day in the very near future. 🗽

I enjoyed this walk

Good camera and shot

My favorite memory if jamaica Ave summers is men in Grey sweatpants letting it all swing. It's very abundant in the summer

@kashcoop

2 жыл бұрын

😂 The ladies were looking good too. People watching aplenty on the Ave.

@nesq4104

2 жыл бұрын

@@kashcoop oh yes, women would be done up!

Hello host watching from NewYork ❤️ thanks for sharing🍎

Jah-may-kah. The 'mai' in Jamaica is pronounced 'may' like the month of May. :) Thank you for the broadcast. Sorry if my comment seems offensive. I really like your channel and want nothing but the best for it. :) 👍

@queens6583

2 жыл бұрын

Grew up in queens and my mom and I would go to Jamaica ave. to shop. Anyone remember Gimbels dept store or movies at the Valencia? Aging myself. LOL

@shirleywatts99

2 жыл бұрын

@@queens6583 gertz not gimbels on jamaica ave

Cool video!

This place was rough in the 90’s

Good after noon 😊 Jamaica avenue what's shaking 😊😎

Thank you for this ...

I call Jamaica, Queens Caribbean Territory.

@Vdub481

2 жыл бұрын

Factz

@educationupdate99

Жыл бұрын

Heyy

@enriqueiglesiasmontanavill2565

Жыл бұрын

Why?

@jasonpalacios2705

Жыл бұрын

@@enriqueiglesiasmontanavill2565 Have you been there?

Sharing is caring shared this

My old neighborhood 👍🏽

Well done!

Nice , what type of camera are you using ?

Imagine if as much effort developing was put into Roosevelt Ave as it is being put to Jamaica Ave.

HOLA AMIGO!!...GOOD SOUL!!, STAY SAFE!! & COOL!!...✌🌺👍

I i used to take e train when I had work in mahetten 😊😊😊👍😎

Beautiful Livestreams

love this mall lois of shoppin

19:00 I thought you were going to make it right to walk then straight because the shoes store called starlet dance. I don't know you heard of it or not but I thought you were about make it right then walk straight.

Can you please do a video of a mainly Indian area .. showing the lovely clothing and fabric stores from India. I think Hollis was where I went but I can't remember. Thanks 👍🏾🇬🇧

@TheNYCWalkingShow

2 жыл бұрын

I will do some research and for sure try to make a video

@SueLall1008

2 жыл бұрын

That would be Richmond Hill...

@EzeICE

2 жыл бұрын

@@SueLall1008 Liberty Ave all the way from Van Wyck all the way up to Ozone Park.

got run up on at RK park about 15 years ago

beautifull

I will b there soon WOWWWWWW NY.

You should of continued your Jamaica Ave tour down to Parson Blvd and beyond

@TheNYCWalkingShow

9 ай бұрын

I will do it next time 😊

thank you

That's the longest bus I've ever seen

I'm typing this as I sit on the runway leaving New York. First time visitor. My friend is from Jamaica Queens. What an absolutely beautiful neighborhood with beautiful people. We shopped along the main street near the train station on Saturday. Can't wait to go back. Bear Jamaican food I've ever had. GOLDEN crust

You didn’t show the patty shop at the corner of 165th😢😢😢 best patty and coco bread in Queens.

Hi Sifat what a nice stream. Thank you stay cool and safe. 🙏😊

Correction that’s a Caribbean neighborhood… why he passed 165th the most lit corner on Jamaica Avenue?

Nice video but please note- Please don't assume all black people in Jamaica and any other borough in New York are African American. There are large numbers of Afo Caribbean and African people and descendents of. They too are the hardworking immigrants.

My old spot, Crown Fried Chicken

@daphneharper5287

Жыл бұрын

What, boy did you say Crown Fried Chicken..don’t forget the little hot sauce packets…😉

@dbroadna

Жыл бұрын

@@daphneharper5287 The Wings and a biscuit!

@daphneharper5287

Жыл бұрын

@@dbroadna Alright, you really got me hungry now…don’t forget the little cups of macaroni salad and the sweet potato pie…I’m gonna wait up…🤣

I ❤ nyc

International cury place. Queens use to be very happy and optimistic place. Now you have to watch out Camels walking on a street.

Hello i kind help you.. Where universal electronics store mobile in jamica thank you

Went to Jamaica Vocational High School. Hillside Ave. Road the EL(J) train than transferred to the M train to go home to Glendale Queen. 1969 to 1972 graduate as Nurses Aid.

@daphneharper5287

Жыл бұрын

Nice, me..Hillcrest High School Nursing Program 1989. I loved downtown Jamaica.

You did your homework

I love my city. I use to walk there from the crib. 109 guy r brewer but now I migrated to the South 😂

@cakebosspotter5438

3 ай бұрын

Where you was from on the 9 ?I'm from 40pjs

@Almtyhalfbreed

3 ай бұрын

@@cakebosspotter5438 same ps40 side

Inshallah one day I will visit America and Canada

Wow Fantabulous thanks

@TheNYCWalkingShow

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you too!

I love the american grocery shops.

Actually, I walked there yesterday