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Davelle · Manhattan
Davelle
Start your day at this cute Japanese cafe with great coffee, tea, matcha, as well as delicious toasts (with very pretty toppings).
Maryam Nassir Zadeh · Manhattan
Maryam Nassir Zadeh
Get inspired at the flagship store of beloved NYC designer Maryam Nassir Zadeh (who is also an AmiGo tastemaker, follow her for awesome local NYC recs). She has an excellent curation of womenswear, shoes, accessories, and homeware from her line as well as other unique brands.
PERROTIN NEW YORK · Manhattan
Galerie Perrotin
Drop into this excellent contemporary art gallery. The store is worth browsing as well, selling cool prints, books, and home goods.
Lara Koleji · Manhattan
Lara Koleji
Next, hit this epic vintage spot offering impeccably curated men’s and women’s designer vintage. The small space is often crowded, given the very reasonable prices for special pieces.
colbo · Manhattan
Colbo
Grab a coffee at Colbo, a multidisciplinary space with a cafe and shop offering a curation of brands, vinyl records, home goods, and vintage designer items.
Desert Vintage · Manhattan
Desert Vintage
Next is this LES destination that’s a luxe designer dream and considered one of—if not the—best vintage in the city. It’s a cult favorite for its excellently curated collection of exquisite vintage fashions and objects for the home. It’s expensive, but the owners have a superb eye, and you’ll find pieces you won’t find elsewhere.
Casetta · Manhattan
Casetta
For lunch, head to this all-day cafe from the Casino team, serving coffee, light bites, and natural wine in a cozy setting. It’s the perfect spot to sit with a sandwich and tea in the morning, or with a glass of wine and light bites later in the day.
Scarr's Pizza · Manhattan
Scarr’s Pizza
If you’d rather a classic NY-style slice, look no further than Scarr’s, a retro pizzeria with pies, slices, and a buzzy atmosphere.
Dimes · Manhattan
Dimes
Another lunch option is this LES standby for a delicious, healthy meal, with lots of tasty salads, bowls, toasts, etc. Dimes is the reason Dimes Square is called Dimes Square, and it has the chill vibes to match. They also have a gourmet grocer and deli around the corner with great takeaway and prepared foods, as well as high-end provisions, healthy pantry staples, and homegoods/beauty products.
Beverly 1975 · Manhattan
Beverly’s NYC
After lunch, visit one of the hottest stores in NYC, a homeware and design destination from fashion stylist and AmiGo tastemaker Beverly Nguyen (follow her for local NYC recs). The space, laid out to feel like an aesthete's apartment, cultivates community by supporting small business owners, creatives, and craftspeople. It’s the perfect place for chic homewares and gifts.
Aeon Bookstore · Manhattan
Aeon Bookstore
Head into this under-the-radar bookstore with mostly used books and really great finds. It has a good record selection as well.
Little Canal · Manhattan
Little Canal
Grab an afternoon pick-me-up at this neighborhood spot with great coffee and food. No computers allowed, so bring a book or just people watch.
Parcelle · Manhattan
Parcelle
Or, it might be time for a drink. In that case, head to this popular wine bar and try one or several of the 500+ bottles on offer, enjoy snacks and unwind in the fabulously designed space (sporting vintage furniture from Gio Ponti and other big-name designers).
Gem Wine · Manhattan
Gem Wine
Another pre-dinner drink option or chill dinner option is this cult favorite wine bar, an LES institution from chef Flynn McGarry known for its low-intervention wine list, seasonal small plates, and airy, beautiful space. Enjoy a glass or two of delicious wine and whatever looks good—the menu changes constantly.
Eel Bar · Manhattan
Eel Bar
If you can secure a table at this new hot spot from the team behind LES classic Cervo’s, then lucky you. The intimate spot puts a spin on Basque cuisine with shared plates including trout roe potato salad and smoked cheese croquettes.
Kiki's · Manhattan
Kiki’s
For a more casual but still delicious (and reasonably priced!) dinner, head to this cool staple serving excellent home-style Greek food.
Cervo's · Manhattan
Cervo’s
Another obvious (but “worth it”) spot for dinner is this buzzy Spanish- and Portuguese-inspired seafood restaurant with fantastic wine, drinks, and small plates. It’s vibey, but excellent, perfect for any kind of night.
Corner Bar · Manhattan
Corner Bar
For a slightly more elevated meal, enjoy fantastic bistro food at this restaurant at the snazzy hotel Nine Orchard, run by the team behind one of our favorite restaurants in the city, Estela. It has both a good scene (think LES chic) and delicious food. Try the excellent steak au poivre and fries.
