Humberto Leon: "You can find a lot of cool antiquities at Obscura, ranging from Victorian handkerchiefs to taxidermy to beautiful photos."
A marvelous collection of antique oddities with a touch of the occult. From taxidermic treasures to dolls you wouldn't want to be left alone with.
Oddities and antiques in abundance. Ventriloquist dolls, dentist equipment, teeth, stuffed birds, skulls, old pharmacy bottles, you name it, it's here.
"I've bought drying racks, little vases. I collect Nelson McCoy ceramic flower pots, which I find there." -Chloe Sevigny, in the WSJ's Insider's Guide to NYC Read more.
Great stuff, interesting eclectic, decent prices. Clean & friendly!
Great East Village shop for antiques, vintage decor and unique gifts.
With its furniture, plates, ceramic objects, cutlery and glassware, I wish I could just move my bed and stove in and call it home. Read more.
"With its furniture, plates, ceramic objects, cutlery and glassware, I wish I could just move my bed and stove in and call it home." -Chef Gabrielle Hamilton, in the WSJ's Insider's Guide to NYC Read more.
Amy is the best!
With antique elemetary school desks as manicure tables, this isn't your average mani/pedi spot. They always have the most on trend shades — this summer, we're all about ocean shades.
Super cute, really relaxing, great service, tea and of course manicures.
Lovely calm place with an asian inspired decor quality work great prices wonderful citrus tea.
Very interesting vintage pieces
Lots of lighting in this store.
Even if you're not interested in buying anything, it's still a pretty awesome place to walk around. Their prices are actually quite reasonable, especially if you're looking for something for home.
Ask for a Lily of the Valley. Nope, that's not a Game of Thrones reference. It's a deliciously tart cocktail served in an antique Japanese tea cup.
This place is awesome! The cocktails are crazy unique. Definitely recommend the bacon tator tots, scallop dish and lamb! So good and great service!
Amazing food! Loved the gnocci!!
The monthly specials of$2 and $3 books are nice to pick up but the antiques spread through the shelves are the best
This place is a hidden gem! Really great finds in the $2-$3 section, and a cool little garden in the back. Thought it was some sort of psychedelic poster shop for 2 years via the front window!
I dont think these people know the Berlin wall came down 20 years ago...
Beautiful artwork and Ukrainian egg displays. Friendly staff.
Great Family Place!
A Visit to Lower East Side is incomplete without a stop here. Super space, great exhibits on both floors.The gift store packed with all kinds of nice gifts. Veselka (Ukrainian restaurant) close by.
Such a large selection of old prints, old maps, everything. Prices are normal. Great place to start adding some art to your walls.
Adorable shop full of antique print treasures. Lots of NYC-specific maps and prints for city nerds.
A large selection of old prints at affordable prices. Be sure to check the discount bin!
Traditional cozy neighborhood Irish pub that has a slightly antiquated feel to it. Best during the warmer months when you can grab a table on the sidewalk.
Ask the bartender about what's on tap. Hapy Hour lasts until 8pm most nights, so the discount usually allows you to try tasty beers on the cheap.
Go to the Thirsty Scholar and order a Gin and Tonic. Make friends with the bartenders.
They always have cute cardigans. There's also a wide variety of pretty vintage jewelry and about a hundred scarves :)
When they reject 90% of your clothing and you want to get rid of it head a few blocks to 12th btw 3rd and 4th & donate to the Cure Thrift Shop
Winner of Best Used Clothing Store in the Village Voice 2011 Best Of issue! Picky buyers mean better selection for shoppers!
try the gianduja ice cream
Gianduja is pronounced as "John-Dew-Ya"
If you can’t track down a truck, you can always visit their tiny shop to get your Hazelnut or Peppermint & Chip creamy ice cream fix.
Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA