The sister shop to LEIF’s original Grand Street outpost, this women’s clothing brand is a blend of earthy apparel, accessories, and footwear, with the pastoral home goods the brand is known for. Between the gauzy blouses, linen throws, and swooping ceramics, it feels like a wholesome slice of upstate New York in the middle of the city.   

Around for nearly 50 years, Carmine & Sons possesses arguably the best slice in New York: the vodka grandma slice. Rectangular with crispy edges, melted globby discs of fresh mozzarella, a rich creamy sauce, and medium density, this pizza is a gem of the neighbourhood. Order it at the counter and eat at one of the wobbly little side tables. Don’t forget to add extra grated parmesan from the glass shaker and chilli flakes for a kick. On the other side of the wall is the restaurant’s sit-down space, where families can be found tucking into big pasta dishes. We recommend getting your slice to go.

Warm, rustic, with low wooden ceilings reminiscent of a ship’s interior, Ore Bar is an excellent spot for a relaxed, solid pre-dinner cocktail, tucked into one of their booths. Things can get lively later into the night on Fridays and Saturdays with live DJs. On Sundays, the mood gets cosy – they serve ramen.   

This old-school Italian bakery has been turning out pastries, cookies, gelato and espresso using the same family recipes since 1976. Tuck into one of their little cafe tables and try the sfogliatella or cannoli filled with ricotta pastry cream.