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(212) 334-3324
126 Crosby St
(Houston Street and Prince Street)
New York,
NY
10012
40.724585
-73.996362
Neighborhoods: SoHo, Downtown
Hours:
Mon-Sat 10am-7pm
Sun 12pm-5pm
Last updated 8.07.09
Category:
Restaurants, Art Galleries, Used Bookstores, Bookstores
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
What People Are Saying About Housing Works Used Book Cafe
Featured Review
Melanie Berliet
Contributor
At this branch of Housing Works, the treasures are used books and records rather than the antique furniture and designer frocks found at its sister shops. With several tables and a few comfy leather chairs, it’s an ideal place for casual cafe-goers and bargain hunters alike. Scan the shelves, or bring your laptop to do some work while enjoying reasonably priced coffees and a slice of quiche or a cookie. As an added incentive to make a purchase, all profits go to the Housing Works organization, which provides shelter, health care and other services to homeless New Yorkers living with HIV and…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- The cafe often closes early to prepare for frequent readings and music events. Call ahead for schedules.
- The Extras:
- Not to be overlooked is the soup of the day, which is provided by Hale and Hearty.
- Fun Fact:
- Though the books and records arent free, the condoms are. Grab a few on your way out.
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| drinks | 100.0% positive |
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| overall | 100.0% positive |
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| value | 33.3299994468689% positive |
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09/26/06
Cozy
by evilkitty51
The word to describe the cafe bookstore would be cozy. The staff consiste of vounteers and actually paid workers. The volunteers might not know everything but they do try their hardest to help and the cafe in the back is a nice touch to the place. the things are rather cheap and the people their friendly. The prices for the books aren't bad too not to mention they have bookfairs once a year with insane prices.
- Pros: quiet, friendly
- Cons: can't bring your bags in (bag check in)
11/18/05
The best bookstore in NYC!
by judypardo
At Housing Works Book Cafe you can browse, read, have a light meal or dessert, attend a reading or music event - and all the money you spend there goes to support homeless people with AIDS. The store is super relaxed, run almost completely by volunteers, and a great place to hang out. There are thousands of books, organized in the usual categories, at great discount prices - half of the retail or less. Also LPs and CDs and tapes and comics. I love this place!
- Pros: Great Selection, Relaxed atmosphere, Low prices
10/18/05
Shhhhhh!
by trescrepu
Despite consistently disappointing latte's, I love this place. Keep it a secret.. a reviewer of another local spot put it right when they said "...stay away if you are not from the neighborhood. We don't want you here."
01/02/05
Housing Works Used Book Cafe
by emle33854
I love to spend hours here studying or reading, and once in a while, I find an interesting book. The selection isn't the greatest, but you can't beat the cause. The atmosphere is so cozy, although sometimes it's hard to find a seat.
- Pros: for a good cause, atmosphere
The Details on Housing Works Used Book Cafe
Place Categories:
- love place
- love housing works bookstore
- cozy atmosphere
- favorite local bookstore
- nice coffee
- expensive soho clothing boutiques
- consistently disappointing latte s
- love cafe
- interesting book
- great discount prices
- not bad prices
- great setting
