The garment district is usually best for solids, they cater more towards the designers in the area and the FIT (silks, chiffon, and lots of spandex). The customer service is not so great, its really a hit or miss. The City Quilter is def a must see. As far as Brooklyn is concerned I've been to a few and usually take the drive out to Long Island. The Brooklyn locations are so far apart and pricey as well.