Tips for fun concept stores in NYC plus ideas for a short break – part 1

Looking for fun concept stores while in New York?

Read the YLBB shopping survival guide with the best shops and tips for a short break.
Going to New York and have no idea where to shop for unique, cool stuff? Your Little Black Book has compiled a list of some great concept stores in NYC. We've also included some tips for recharging your batteries. All that shopping is pretty heavy, though... Cocktails? Anyone?

Concept store NYC: ABC Home
Address: 888 Broadway, Flatiron
Website: abchome.com
What: Christmas goodies and other home goodies. I found some cute refillable mini perfume bottles here as hangers. Oh well, I'll add that lovely scent too! And check it out! ABC Home on Pinterest, we love it.

Before the break: ABC Cocina
Address: 38 E 9th St, Flatiron
Website: abccocinanyc.com
What: Mexican cuisine. Really good. "What you see is what you buy." Yep, indeed, everything is for sale.

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Concept pop-up shop NYC: Artists and Fleas at Chelsea Market
Address: 15th st & 10th ave, Chelsea Market, Meatpacking District
Website: artistsandfleas.com
What: Vintage, jewelry, handmade items.

Give me a break: Tipsy parson
Address: 156 9th Ave, Chelsea
Website: tipsyparson.com
What: New York brunch/lunch spot. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM, weekends 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Thanks for the tip from one of our followers: it was super fun!

Impressive views break: Le Bain, Standard Hotel
Address: 848 Washington Street, Meatpacking
Website: standardhotels.com/le-bain
What: A must-see! Opening hours: Closed Mon-Tue, Wed-Thu 22.00pm-4.00am, Fri-Sat 14.00pm-4.00am, Sun 14.00pm-3.00am.

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Concept store NYC: Kith
Address: 633 Broadway, Soho
Website: kithnyc.com
What: Men's sneaker heaven (hidden in the back of the store on Broadway).

Bookshop/coffee shop NYC: McNally Jackson books
Address: 52 Prince St, Soho
Website: mcnallyjackson.com
What: Yes! On my cool-to-have list. Honey, if you're watching...? A cookbook from Brooklyn restaurant Roberta's Pizza. Have a coffee in the coffee corner. No Wi-Fi. Also a nice souvenir, by the way: the cookbook from The Meatball Shop (from Williamsburg and Greenwich).

Healthy break: The Butcher's Daughter
Address: 19 Kenmare St, Soho
Website: thebutchersdaughter.com
What: 100% vegetarian, eat-drink-and-go!

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Concept store NYC: A&G Merch
Address: 111 N 6th st, Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Website: aandgmerch.com
What: Awesome home shop.

Concept store NYC: Whisk
Address: 231 Bedford Ave, Williamsburg
Website: whisknyc.com
What: Coffee bean grinder, Ted Baker mini thermos, or create your own awesome cocktail set with the vintage-look glasses, tray, and bitters.
(There is also a Whisk at ABC Home within walking distance)
Hungry Break: Allswell
Address: 124 Bedford Ave, Williamsburg
Website: allswellnyc.com
What: Cozy, accessible hipster spot. Open from 10:00 AM. Oyster happy hour: daily 4:00 PM–7:00 PM.

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For more concept stores in New York and great bars and restaurants nearby, read part 2 »

PS: you can find more nice addresses in the New York Little Black BookA city guide with the best restaurants, shops, and fun things to do in New York. New addresses are constantly being added, so check out my latest NY adventures online every week at Your Little Black Book!

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