Elena’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
Mott Haven is a stone's throw from Manhattan and easily accessible by all forms of transportation (including Citybike!). It's got a real neighborhood feel with a decidedly Latin vibe.
7 locals recommend
Mott Haven
Mott Haven is a stone's throw from Manhattan and easily accessible by all forms of transportation (including Citybike!). It's got a real neighborhood feel with a decidedly Latin vibe.
Food scene
Good café with healthy options, nice décor and a roof deck. A bit hipster and priced accordingly 😉
32 locals recommend
Mottley Kitchen
402 E 140th StGood café with healthy options, nice décor and a roof deck. A bit hipster and priced accordingly 😉
Great little Mexican place with fun decor a short walk up through St. Mary's Park. They also have all day every day happy hour 😉
13 locals recommend
Mexicosina
503 Jackson AveGreat little Mexican place with fun decor a short walk up through St. Mary's Park. They also have all day every day happy hour 😉
Solid Peruvian food right off the Cypress Ave. subway stop (on your way home).
16 locals recommend
Pio Pio
264 Cypress AvenueSolid Peruvian food right off the Cypress Ave. subway stop (on your way home).
When you’re in the mood for barbecue and comfort food, this place has you covered!
7 locals recommend
Hudson Smokehouse
37 Bruckner BoulevardWhen you’re in the mood for barbecue and comfort food, this place has you covered!
Ceetay
129 Alexander AveAsian fushion, with good sushi and other Japanese options, including Thai.
Large selection of local beers. Outdoor seating in the summer with events and live music. Really fun vibe!
50 locals recommend
The Bronx Brewery
856 E 136th StLarge selection of local beers. Outdoor seating in the summer with events and live music. Really fun vibe!
Basics
Pioneer is a large grocery store at 256 St. Ann’s Street (a 7 minute walk). It's got some organic selections and a wide variety of latin specialty foods. St. Ann’s Street around 138 – 139th street has other smaller grocery stores and delis, as well.
17 locals recommend
Pioneer Supermarket
2044 Boston RdPioneer is a large grocery store at 256 St. Ann’s Street (a 7 minute walk). It's got some organic selections and a wide variety of latin specialty foods. St. Ann’s Street around 138 – 139th street has other smaller grocery stores and delis, as well.
Rite Aid
32-14 31st StFully stocked pharmacy, open 8am -10pm daily.
Fine Fare Supermakets
4211 BroadwayAnother sizeable nearby grocery store.