By Rachel Feinblatt By Rachel Feinblatt | August 14, 2024 | Lifestyle, Guides,
Soho is one of the city's hottest shopping destinations, but this high-profile neighborhood is also home to some of NYC's best restaurants, hotels and more. Whether you're just in town for the weekend or call this area home, here's everything you need to know about Soho.
EAT
Cipriani Downtown
This relaxed version of Harry Cipriani offers a selection of Harry’s Bar classics and Italian dishes. The restaurant boasts a well-designed interior with various art pieces and provides outdoor dining options for lunch and dinner seven days a week in a lively ambiance. 376 W Broadway,cipriani.com
Jack’s Wife Freda
The ultimate people-watching destination in the neighborhood, Jack’s Wife Freda, is designed to reflect the owners’ love for their adopted city, providing an all-day dining experience in a lively, welcoming, and community-oriented setting. 226 Lafayette St.,jackswifefreda.com
MAMO
In 2015, MAMO opened its doors, bringing a slice of Italian heritage mixed with a contemporary flair. MAMO represents a collaborative effort with chef Salvatore Marcello and Steven Fruman to infuse traditional Italian cuisine with modern innovation. 323 W Broadway,mamorestaurant.com
Rubirosa
Established in 2009 by AJ Pappalardo, Rubirosa is a family-operated Italian-American eatery with a homey atmosphere. This restaurant embodies a rich familial tradition in pizza-making that dates back over 60 years, drawing inspiration from a recipe perfected by AJ’s father, Giuseppe Pappalardo, the founder of Staten Island’s Joe and Pat’s. 235 Mulberry St.,rubirosanyc.com
Sadelle’s
Established in 2015 under the Major Food Group name, Sadelle’s has become iconic for its sophisticated ambiance and menu boasting popular items, including its famous Sadelle’s tower, renowned bagels, succulent salads and other brunch specials. 463 W Broadway,sadelles.com
Sartiano’s
Sartiano’s Florence Revolution, Caprese Martini and Tuscan Old Fashioned cocktails
Located at The Mercer in SoHo, Sartiano’s provides an elegant fusion of Italian tradition and contemporary dining. The restaurant is an endeavor by Scott Sartiano, recognized for his influence on lifestyle and design, with the culinary vision led by chef Alfred Portale, a recipient of three James Beard awards. 99 Prince St.,sartianos.com
STAY
Crosby Street Hotel
This hotel offers 86 rooms and suites spread across 11 floors. Designed by Kit Kemp, it boasts The Crosby Bar, a tranquil private garden, a guest drawing room, event spaces, a 99-seat screening room, and an equipped gym. 79 Crosby St.,firmdalehotels.com
11 Howard
11 Howard offers hospitality with Michelin Star dining, Higher Dose and The Blond. With a blend of casual luxury and Danish minimalism meeting New York realism, 11 Howard is a relaxed place to stay. 11 Howard St.,11howard.com
Soho Grand
Since its establishment in 1996, Soho Grand has encapsulated SoHo’s industrial elegance. The hotel showcases a blend of 1970s factory and loft styles with 1870s Gilded Age designs featuring striking elements like a bottle-glass staircase and majestic masonry columns. 310 W Broadway,sohogrand.com
SHOP
Bloomingdale’s
This iconic department store has yet to keep pace with trends for generations merely. 504 Broadway,bloomingdales.com
Cartier
This store celebrates its jewelry, watches, perfumes and unique accessories. 102 Green St.,cartier.com
Clic Home
First a bookstore and gallery, the store’s curation boasts art, books and home goods. 255 Centre St.,clic.com
Golden Goose
Shoppers can explore footwear, apparel and accessories, handcrafted to embody a sense of lived-in luxury. 468 Broome St.,goldengoose.com
KHAITE
Embracing past elegance with contemporary edge, discover KHAITE’s ready-to-wear garments. 165 Mercer St.,khaite.com
Reformation
Garments tells a story of sustainability, from ethically sourced materials to low-impact production. 62 Greene St.,thereformation.com
Veronica Beard
Blazers and effortless dresses cater to the sophisticated woman, 78 Greene St.,veronicabeard.com
SWEAT
New York Pilates
The original Pilates sanctuary for strengthening and toning since 2013, New York Pilates’ Soho studio generates a cult-like following with classes sold out well in advance for good reason. 25 Howard St.,newyorkpilates.com
Forward Space
Forward Space takes the workout experience to new heights, intertwining dance and movement with cutting-edge fitness. 24 Spring St.,forward-space.com
HigherDOSE
break a sweat in HigherDOSE’s saunas
HigherDOSE’s flagship offering is its infrared sauna experience, designed to detoxify the body, elevate mood and enhance overall well-being. Release DOSE chemicals: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins. 11 Howard St., Fl. 3,higherdose.com
Pvolve’s SoHo studio
Pvolve
Pvolve’s studio seamlessly blends cutting-edge fitness technology with personalized workout regimes that result in low-impact, functional workouts for unique body needs. Its results-driven workout classes feature Pvolve’s state-of-the-art equipment and toning exercises. 415 W. Broadway, Fl. 2,app.pvolve.com
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