Our ongoing series, TOAST Guides, highlights the unique neighbourhoods home to our shops. For the latest instalment, we explore the best dining, shopping and cultural destinations in and around Nolita in Manhattan.
Alana Miller Gallery
Alanna Miller is a vibrant emerging art gallery on Mulberry Street in Nolita with a dynamic contemporary art collection. Open for more than ten years, recent exhibiting artists have included Fiona Curran, Birgitte Støvring, and RF. Alvarez.
230 Mulberry Street, New York, NY 1001
Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels
Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels is an elevated wine bar offering a curated selection of over 750 wines from around the globe, with a strong emphasis on French vintages. The bar complements its wine offerings with a menu of small plates designed to enhance the tasting experience, such as house-made pâtés, seared octopus, and sophisticated tartines. The restaurant is furnished with rustic wood, leather, and brass accents, cultivating an inviting, intimate atmosphere.
249 Centre Street, New York, NY 10013
Raf’s
This European-inspired location combines influences from French bistros and Italian trattorias to create a cosy yet sophisticated dining experience. Known for its wood-fired specialties, freshly baked breads, and elegant house-made pastas, Raf’s features a menu that highlights refined yet hearty dishes. The ambiance is polished but tight-knit, with a warm, open kitchen and a lively atmosphere. Once home to Parisi Bakery for over four decades, Raf’s has transformed the space into a glowing neighborhood gem that continues to draw a devoted crowd.
290 Elizabeth Street, New York, NY 10012.
Storefront for Art and Architecture
Established in 1982, The Storefront for Art and Architecture is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to fostering innovation and dialogue at the intersection of art, architecture, and design. Its distinctive gallery space, renovated in 1993 by architect Steven Holl and artist Vito Acconci, features a unique, adaptable façade of hinged panels that blur the boundary between inside and outside, encouraging public interaction. The Storefront hosts exhibitions, talks, film screenings, and other events aimed at exploring contemporary architectural and design issues.
97 Kenmare Street, New York, NY 10012.
Cafe Habana
Café Habana has become a New York institution since it opened in 1998. Originally a former Dominican diner, it serves up Cuban-inspired dishes, but the highlight is undeniably its Mexican-style street corn, roasted and topped with chili powder, cotija cheese, and lime. Known for a lively atmosphere, the spot has a distinct charm, with its steel-clad exterior and vibrant interior.
17 Prince Street, New York, NY 10012.
St Patrick’s Old Cathedral
St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, located on Mulberry Street in Lower Manhattan, is a historic Catholic church that dates back to 1815. It was New York City’s first Roman Catholic cathedral and served as a center of faith for the growing immigrant community, particularly the Irish. The church has endured challenges, including an anti-Catholic riot in 1835, and remains a symbol of resilience. Notable for its Gothic Revival architecture, it also features underground catacombs where prominent figures from the city’s history are interred.
263 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10012, United States
Codex Books
Codex Books specialises in a curated selection of secondhand literary fiction, art books, and some new titles. With its neutral wooden shelves and colorful exterior, it has created an inviting space for book enthusiasts.
1 Bleecker Street, New York, NY 10012.
TOAST Nolita, New York
Our first shop in Manhattan is found on the tree-lined Elizabeth Street in the heart of Nolita. Set amongst nineteenth-century brownstones, neighbourhood restaurants, boutiques, and community cafes, the shop is within walking distance of the peaceful Elizabeth Street Gardens.
264 Elizabeth Street, New York, NY 10012.
Words by Lauren Sneade.
Image 1: Courtesy of Raf’s, New York.
Image 2 & 3 : Courtesy of Raf’s New York.
Image 4: Courtesy of Cafe Habana, New York.
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