The Lower East Side, Manhattan

The Lower East Side is the area south of Houston Street (pronounced HOWSTAN, not HUSTON) and is generally bordered by Bowery to the west, the East River to the east, Canal Street to the south, and East Houston Street to the north.

Eats

7th Street Burger: American‑burger spot – 173 Orchard Street
Chocolate Dip: Dessert / ice cream & sweets -177 Orchard
Dirty French: French‑inspired cuisine; 180 Ludlow
Dialogue ‑ Coffee: Coffee café & pastries; 188 Allen St, New York, NY 10002.
Double Chicken (Please): Fried chicken sandwiches; address ~115 Allen St
Fossetta: Amazing Brunch! Italian / Mediterranean natural wine bar; 198 Allen St
Good Thanks: Breakfast café; address not confirmed. 131 Orchard
Gooey on the Inside: Dessert / cookies & treats; 163 Chrystie St
Gotham Burger Social Club: Burger joint;- 131 Essex
Jonny’s Pizza: Traditional pizza place; 173 Orchard
Kikos: Asian; 307 Spring
Pig and Khao: Southeast Asian (Thai/Filipino) cuisine; 68 Clinton St,
Regina’s Grocery: Sandwiches / deli‑style; 27 Orchard
Russ & Daughters: Bagels & all‑day deli: 179 East Houston
Saigon Social: Vietnamese / Southeast Asian: 172 Orchard St
Son Del North – Favorite Burritos: Burrito / Mexican⁠/Latin; 177 Orchard St
Supermoon Bakehouse: Bakery & café; 120 Rivington
Taverna Di Bacco: Italian (taverna style) – 175 Ludlow St

This vibrant neighborhood is rich with culture, history, and hidden gems. It’s home to fabulous, out-of-the-way restaurants, legendary pizza spots, boutique hotels, and is widely known for upscale thrift shopping and vintage stores.

Bars:

Attaboy – 134 Eldridge St, New York
Speakeasy-style cocktail bar known for custom drinks made to your taste. Intimate, dimly lit, and reservation-free — just knock and wait to be let in.
Bar Goto – 245 Eldridge St, New York
Japanese-inspired cocktail bar with precise, minimalist drinks and small plates. Calm, refined atmosphere.
Brick Wine Bar – 21 Clinton St, New York
Cozy neighborhood wine bar with a warm, relaxed energy and a focus on natural wines.
Fools Gold NYC – 145 E Houston St, New York Craft beer, whiskey, and cocktails in a brick-walled bar with upbeat energy and DJs on weekends.
Mr. Fong’s – 40 Market St, New York Cool, slightly hidden bar with a retro vibe, creative cocktails.
Kind Regards – 152 Ludlow St, New York Trendy cocktail lounge with a stylish basement dance floor. Fun, social, and great for groups.
The Ten Bells – 247 Broome St, New York Casual wine bar with an excellent selection of natural wines and small plates. Dimly lit and perfect for conversation.
Pianos – 158 Ludlow St, New York Classic LES bar with live music, DJs, and a younger crowd. Energetic and affordable.
Verlaine – 110 Rivington St, New York, Asian-inspired cocktail bar known for its lychee martinis