This is a tiny street with a lot of character and can be often missed. I love the little brick houses and coloring of the street.

Bluestockings Cooperative is a community-supported bookstore and activist space.

Tucked away on the second floor, it’s easy to forget you’re in the middle of Manhattan. Order the Ika geso (squid legs) and the nankotsu (chicken cartilage), my personal favorites. You might notice people waiting around a nondescript door inside the restaurant; this is actually the entrance to the speakeasy bar Angel’s Share.

Brunch, Lunch Dinner - maybe with Björk? Coffee and Co Hot Spot in the Lower Eastside!

It’s a great bookstore with an interesting yet relatable selection of art books