Bank Street Head Start

The vintage games and décor at Ace add a nostalgic twist to what might otherwise be a run-of-the-mill bar, and it is a great place to spend the night with a group of friends. When entering the bar’s two spacious rooms, you cannot miss the notable collection of old-school lunch boxes and thermoses … read more
Sophie’s has been around for decades, and has everything you could want in a classic East Village dive bar. A pool table, low drink prices, and a crowd that runs from college kids to real old-timers – nothing disappoints. Movie buffs will recognize Sophie’s as the place where Jeff Bridges had his photo taken – in character – as country singer Bad Blake, a performance that won him an Oscar nomination for Crazy Heart. We recommend checking out this gritty hotspot that has survived through the years even as the neighborhood evolves around it. Also, check out Josies, which is under the same ownership.
Strolling along 5th Street, I was immediately drawn to a row of old-fashioned light bulbs hanging in the window of a small hair salon. Alexandra, the owner, invited me in while announcing that today, June 3, 2015, was Filament’s first day open!
As I admired the salon’s hardwood floors and simple, … read more