Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
Mud Coffee - Our favorite place for coffee in the EV, “Mud” serves brunch all day, every day with an eclectic mix of food with flavors influenced from kitchens around the world.
307 E 9th St
East 9th StreetMud Coffee - Our favorite place for coffee in the EV, “Mud” serves brunch all day, every day with an eclectic mix of food with flavors influenced from kitchens around the world.
Liquiteria - Expensive juice bar that is worth every penny. Delicious smoothies but we typically stick to their cold pressed juices.
170 2nd Ave
170 2nd AvenueLiquiteria - Expensive juice bar that is worth every penny. Delicious smoothies but we typically stick to their cold pressed juices.
177 1st Avenue
177 1st AvenueSchnitz - Straight forward restaurant serving the best Schnitzel in town.
Veniero's Italian Bakery - One of the city’s most popular shops for pastry, they open early and close late!
342 E 11th St
342 East 11th StreetVeniero's Italian Bakery - One of the city’s most popular shops for pastry, they open early and close late!
Tulu's Bakery - Cute bakery serving desserts that are 100% gluten free and many that are vegan. We like their cookies and have heard great things about their cakes but have not tried them.
338 E 11th St
338 East 11th StreetTulu's Bakery - Cute bakery serving desserts that are 100% gluten free and many that are vegan. We like their cookies and have heard great things about their cakes but have not tried them.
Coffee Haus - New coffee bar that opened a few months ago. On the weekends they have donuts from one of the best donut shops in NYC.
334 E 11th St
334 East 11th StreetCoffee Haus - New coffee bar that opened a few months ago. On the weekends they have donuts from one of the best donut shops in NYC.
17 Cleveland Pl
17 Cleveland PlaceEileen's Cheesecake - The best NY Style Cheesecake!!!
Momofuku Noodle Bar - World renown chef and delicious asian cuisine. This is a must for every visitor. Get in the line around 4:30pm to get a seat for dinner. Doors open at 5pm.
171 1st Ave
171 1st AvenueMomofuku Noodle Bar - World renown chef and delicious asian cuisine. This is a must for every visitor. Get in the line around 4:30pm to get a seat for dinner. Doors open at 5pm.
Momofuku Milk Bar - Hands down the most creative desserts you will ever taste! We recommend the crack pie or compost cookie!
251 E 13th St
251 East 13th StreetMomofuku Milk Bar - Hands down the most creative desserts you will ever taste! We recommend the crack pie or compost cookie!
Veselka - The best Ukranian food in the East Village. They have a wide selection of foods. Our favorites are the omelettes and beef stroganoff.
144 2nd Ave
144 2nd AvenueVeselka - The best Ukranian food in the East Village. They have a wide selection of foods. Our favorites are the omelettes and beef stroganoff.
Numero 28 - Delicious pizza, pasta, and salad! Try the Margherita - it's one of our favorites! Tip: CASH only
176 2nd Ave
176 2nd AvenueNumero 28 - Delicious pizza, pasta, and salad! Try the Margherita - it's one of our favorites! Tip: CASH only
Insomnia Cookies - One of the best cookie shops in town. Try the chocolate chocolate chip - you'll become addicted instantly. They are open until 12pm!
299 E 11th St
299 East 11th StreetInsomnia Cookies - One of the best cookie shops in town. Try the chocolate chocolate chip - you'll become addicted instantly. They are open until 12pm!
Buddakan NY - Teddy's favorite restaurant in NYC. Famously featured on Sex in the City - this downtown chic space is a great spot for a sexy dinner surrounded by beautiful people.
75 9th Ave
75 9th AvenueBuddakan NY - Teddy's favorite restaurant in NYC. Famously featured on Sex in the City - this downtown chic space is a great spot for a sexy dinner surrounded by beautiful people.
Essentials
Whole Foods Groceries - Our favorite grocery store where we do most of our shopping. Fresh food, organic produce, ready to eat meals that are delicious.
4 Union Square W
4 Union Square WestWhole Foods Groceries - Our favorite grocery store where we do most of our shopping. Fresh food, organic produce, ready to eat meals that are delicious.
Trader Joe's Grocery - Best grocery store to find fresh food with lots of organic options without breaking the bank. Get ready to wait in line though, regardless of the day or time.
138 E 14th St
138 East 14th StreetTrader Joe's Grocery - Best grocery store to find fresh food with lots of organic options without breaking the bank. Get ready to wait in line though, regardless of the day or time.
Westside Market - Open 24 hours this is a moderate priced store to find everything on your grocery list as well as a large selection of ready to eat meals.
84 3rd Ave
84 3rd AvenueWestside Market - Open 24 hours this is a moderate priced store to find everything on your grocery list as well as a large selection of ready to eat meals.
Commodities Grocery - Great organic market with lots of fresh produce. Good if you are in a bind but beware, this place is expensive.
165 1st Ave
165 1st AvenueCommodities Grocery - Great organic market with lots of fresh produce. Good if you are in a bind but beware, this place is expensive.
Russo's - Great, Italian shop selling house made pasta, cured meats and some of the best mozzarella in NYC. If they have it at the register buy a loaf of the prosciutto bread! TRUST US.
344 E 11th St
344 East 11th StreetRusso's - Great, Italian shop selling house made pasta, cured meats and some of the best mozzarella in NYC. If they have it at the register buy a loaf of the prosciutto bread! TRUST US.
Shopping
Buffalo Exchange - Vintage clothing, shoes and accessories. Despite being a chain (45 locations across the US) this store often pops up on the “best thrift store” lists
332 E 11th St
332 East 11th StreetBuffalo Exchange - Vintage clothing, shoes and accessories. Despite being a chain (45 locations across the US) this store often pops up on the “best thrift store” lists
Fair Folks and a Goat - New (to the East Village) boutique that has unique pieces for the home and wearable accessories and jewelry. Owners are amazing!
330 E 11th St
330 East 11th StreetFair Folks and a Goat - New (to the East Village) boutique that has unique pieces for the home and wearable accessories and jewelry. Owners are amazing!
ODIN - The brother to Pas De Deux, Odin sells nicely made garments and accessories for men. We love this place but usually wait for a good sale!
328 E 11th St
328 East 11th StreetODIN - The brother to Pas De Deux, Odin sells nicely made garments and accessories for men. We love this place but usually wait for a good sale!
Consignment Boutique - Luxury bargains from Louis Vuitton to YSL. Stop by and find treasures in every corner of this store for up 90% of retail prices!
178 1st Ave
178 1st AvenueConsignment Boutique - Luxury bargains from Louis Vuitton to YSL. Stop by and find treasures in every corner of this store for up 90% of retail prices!
Everything Else
Soon Beauty Lab - Skilled stylists that can give you an edge. They seem busy but we have never been ourselves. A friend went for a blowout once and it looked great! Check their prices first.
318 E 11th St
318 East 11th StreetSoon Beauty Lab - Skilled stylists that can give you an edge. They seem busy but we have never been ourselves. A friend went for a blowout once and it looked great! Check their prices first.
Neighborhood Barbers - The best kept secret for men's haircuts in NYC. Need a great haircut for under $20 with tip? This is your place! Not a fancy salon, but the haricuts are superb!
439 E 9th St
439 East 9th StreetNeighborhood Barbers - The best kept secret for men's haircuts in NYC. Need a great haircut for under $20 with tip? This is your place! Not a fancy salon, but the haricuts are superb!
Drinks & Nightlife
The Standard Hotel East Village - This unassuming chic bar spot with small eats perfect for a cocktail at sunset or a late night snack! You might even see a celebrity.
25 Cooper Sq
27 Cooper SquareThe Standard Hotel East Village - This unassuming chic bar spot with small eats perfect for a cocktail at sunset or a late night snack! You might even see a celebrity.
Le Bain - If you're looking for a young beautiful crowd this is your spot. This rooftop bar has amazing views of NYC , urban vintage music, and a downtown fashion-model vibe.
838 Washington St
838 Washington StreetLe Bain - If you're looking for a young beautiful crowd this is your spot. This rooftop bar has amazing views of NYC , urban vintage music, and a downtown fashion-model vibe.
Entertainment & Activities
Tompkins Square Park - From a children's playground to a large dog park - this beautiful secluded park has luscious green lawns and plenty of space to lounge or play.
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Tompkins Square Park
East 10th StreetTompkins Square Park - From a children's playground to a large dog park - this beautiful secluded park has luscious green lawns and plenty of space to lounge or play.