The East Village has been many things: punk rock, hardcore, gangster, folk, anti-folk, Nuyorican, experimental, beat, post-modern, Warholian. It even hit Broadway in Rent. Today, developers are trying to move in but locals are fighting to hold their ground in Alphabet City.
Think coffee to go but instead of coffee you’re sipping on meaty-flavored broth.
The bath house is an iconic neighborhood establishment that opened in 1892 and is currently run by Boris and David. It’s not your typical Manhattan spa and there is nothing fancy about it but you’ll leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. Along with the baths they offer different treatments and massages. In the summer they open up the sun deck on the roof so people can layout. A pro-tip: BYOS — Bring Your Own Sandals.
