Greenwich (pronounced Gren-itch) Village is one of our all time favorite neighborhoods in Manhattan. From the picturesque streets to the fantastic restaurants I truly wish I could live in the village. Maybe one day all of my Friends dreams will come true. Side note- if you’re not following Courteney Cox on Instagram you’re missing out. Greenwich Village is a larger neighborhood stretching from 14th street to Houston Street, and from the Hudson River to Park Avenue. A lot of NYC’s wealthiest residents reside in this neighborhood in the infamous brownstones lining the cobblestone streets.
[one_half padding=”0 3px 0 0″][/one_half][one_half_last padding=”0 0 0 3px”][/one_half_last]Greenwich Village has a vast array of restaurants, so you can find any food you like in this neighborhood. Some of our favorites are Elephant & Castle, by Chloe, Tea & Sympathy, and Bluestone Lane!
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If you are a fan of television you will recognize the iconic look of Greenwich Village. The outside shot of the Friends apartment is located here, as well as Carrie Bradshaw’s apartment from Sex and the City (even though she was meant to live on the Upper East Side).
[one_half padding=”0 3px 0 0″][/one_half][one_half_last padding=”0 0 0 3px”][/one_half_last] [one_half padding=”0 3px 0 0″][/one_half][one_half_last padding=”0 0 0 3px”][/one_half_last]If you want a quick snack we suggest DŌ, Van Leeuwan, Milk & Cookies, Snowdays, or Stumptown coffee! You can also pop in to Some Good Wine to pick up some bottles and catch a wine tasting!
[one_third padding=”0 3px 0 0″][/one_third][one_third padding=”0 3px 0 3px”][/one_third][one_third_last padding=”0 0 0 3px”][/one_third_last]For Nightlife we recommend The Bitter End, Stonewall Inn, and The Red Lion!
[one_half padding=”0 3px 0 0″][/one_half][one_half_last padding=”0 0 0 3px”][/one_half_last]New York University and Parsons The New School For Design both reside in Greenwich Village. Take a walk through Washington Square Park to visit them both.
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If you are visiting and want to stay in Greenwich Village we recommend the Jane Hotel.
Greenwich Village has so much to offer. It is a bustling but relaxed neighborhood. The cobblestone streets and tasty treats are sure to warrant a visit from tourists and locals alike.
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If you are looking for more food recommendations in NYC you may be interested in the best NYC restaurants for first time visitors, our NYC brunch round-up, our favorite NYC coffee shops, or where to find the best pizza in NYC.
-Ash and Shelbs