West Village Guide
To celebrate our launch at Pop Up Grocer, we’ve gathered some of our favorite spots in the West Village. Whether you’re here to visit us or just wandering, we hope you enjoy discovering this corner of New York through our eyes.
Shop
Pop Up Grocer - Start here with our refillable hand soap alongside a thoughtful curation of emerging brands.
C.O. Bigelow Apothecaries - An iconic apothecary filled with timeless fragrances, remedies, and personal care items.
Three Lives & Company - A beloved independent bookstore; small but beautifully curated.
Greenwich Letterpress - A tiny shop full of elegant, witty stationery, thoughtful cards, and small gifts.
The Locavore Variety Store - Sustainable essentials and unexpected finds, all with a local touch.
Eat
Via Carota - Rustic Italian cooking in a warm, timeless setting.
Amélie - A lively wine bar with an inviting French feel.
Murray’s Cheese Bar - A neighborhood staple for cheese boards.
Jack’s Wife Freda - A lively corner café serving Mediterranean-inspired comfort food.
Café Kitsuné - Minimal, elegant café with excellent coffee and Paris–Tokyo energy.
Buvette - A charming French spot for tartines, coffee, or wine.
L'Apartment 4F - A warm, understated bakery serving some of the city’s best croissants.
Visit
Take a moment to wander, these beautiful streets reveal the true character of the West Village: Perry Street, Jane Street, Bedford Street (with the iconic “Friends” apartment), Commerce Street, Grove Court and Grove Street.
Jefferson Market Library & Garden - a historic building and seasonal garden, full of character.
Abingdon Square Park - Dating back to 1831, it's one of the oldest squares in New York with benches tucked among the trees that are perfect for a quiet pause.
Comedy Cellar - an intimate, iconic comedy club.
A Short Stroll Away
And a few places just beyond the West Village worth wandering to:
Little Island - a floating park with gardens and waterfront views.
The High Line - old train tracks turned into an elevated garden, with views of the city and river.