Peter’s West Village NYC Guide
Charmed, I’m sure? And that’s what NYC’s West Village has in spades. This historic corner of the Big Apple is long-known for its tree-lined cobblestone streets, Federal-style townhouses, vibrant history and so much more. For locals and visitors alike, it’s the perfect neighborhood for a daytime stroll and brunch, or an evening of music and cocktails. As a WV resident for decades, I’m lucky to call it home! Here are some of my favorite spots to dine, shop, explore and so much more.
The newest restaurant from New York institution Angie Mar has been turning heads since its opening last Fall. Housed in the former Les Trois Chevaux space, the restaurant brings back the cool factor that was the Beatrice Inn, but with a whole new flavor. Make sure to try Mar's favorite, the sturgeon Charlemagne and one of my personal favs, the Crab Wellington.
Photo Courtesy of Le B.
2. Cafe Cluny
3. Via Carota
The West Village outpost of Frédéric Vaucamps' Aux Merveilleux de Fred is full of the most delectable French desserts. The name comes from the merveilleaux cake, which Vaucamps set out to make a lighter version of and now is the must-have of his bakeries. Make sure to also try the Belgian waffles and cramiques—pure magic!
Photo Courtesy of Aux Merveilleux de Fred
7. Li Lac
Manhattan's oldest chocolate house (founded in 1923!) is the place for artisan chocolates, all hand-made in small batches. It's also one of the largest selections of fresh gourmet chocolate in America, so you'll find yourself trying everything from truffles to almond bark, butter crunch and more. After you've exhausted your taste buds in their West Village location, head to their factory in Brooklyn for a tour and spot some of the tools from the 1920's that they still use today.
Photo Courtesy of Li Lac
This West Village plant shop is home to any house plant you might need, in addition to their signature house-made bug sprays and plant food. Boasting a wide selection of everyday favorites and rare plant finds, pots, planters and gifts—you don't wanna miss it (and they deliver!).
Photo Courtesy of The Old Yew
11. Cursive Home
12. Tea & Sympathy
West Village's perfect little gift shop, founded by Grace Kang, is your one-stop shop for everything gifting. From baby to birthday, housewarming, wallpaper and more—and, make sure to check out their "gift on the go" program for your busier days.
Photo Courtesy of Pink Olive
14. Big Night
15. Myers of Keswick
16. Paquita
Tea, coffee and botanicals from the people who brought you West10West and Rosecrans. Sip over 100 varieties of organic loose tea while enjoying some of their delicious snacks in this cozy shop.
Photo Courtesy of Paquita
Since 1994, Casa Magazines has been serving NYC with every magazine fit for print. From niche fashion magazines to the mass market gossip rags, Casa has it all—over 2,500 in fact. You’ll see much-loved proprietors Mohammed and Ali stocking the store and helping customers find exactly what they need in this iconic WV space. Not to mention him posing with new inventory on the stores Instagram.
Photo courtesy of Casa Magazines
20. Tavern on Jane
22. Marie’s Crisis
The spot to get yourself lookin’ sharp—from haircut to shave, Mike Haar’s Christopher Street shop is every dapper dan’s go-to. Haar and Co. also offers up a curated selection of grooming products and tools—so swing by, have an espresso and witness Mike and his team’s scissor wizadry.
Photo courtesy of Haar & Co.
