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FIRST QUARTER 2021
Welcome to the Village Alliance’s spring quarterly report that focuses on the retail environment in central Greenwich Village. The report provides a snapshot of the different neighborhoods within our district, highlighting their characteristics as well as recent retail openings and availabilities. As the Village and New York City rebuild itself after the pandemic, this information is more important than ever.
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Finally, Spring!
After a long year of feeling the impacts of COVID-19 and its business-related restrictions, things are beginning to sprout again in the Village. Over 80% of businesses have re-opened as of April and we hope to welcome more as the weather warms up. The Village is beginning to see more visitors who live outside the area coming in for their shopping, dining and recreational needs, and foot traffic is also steadily increasing. There were about 400,000 visitors (described as anyone who does not live in the area, and visits for at least 15 minutes) coming through the Village district in March 2021. While still down by 50% from March 2019, this figure has steadily been on the rise since December 2020. As of February 2021, 81% of the residential population is back in the neighborhood regularly. Unfortunately, employees in the area are slowest to return, and that figure is down by about 60% of the pre-COVID number. We hope that by fall employee numbers will approach their pre-COVID levels.
Village Bucks Are Here
The Village Alliance has begun a number of new programs to welcome people and businesses back to the district. In April, the Village Bucks program was launched. Instead of purchasing a brand name gift card to be used at any chain or online business, Village Bucks promotes appreciation for Village businesses by shopping local. This electronic gift card is available at participating Village Alliance businesses with more joining every day. Visit the Village Bucks' site for more information and a list of businesses accepting the card. It makes a perfect Mother's Day or Teacher Appreciation gift!
New Recovery Grant Launched for Local Merchants
The Village Alliance is also proud to announce the Village Recovery Grant Program for local businesses. With $100,000 to give to Village merchants river to river, this program provides working capital for storefront businesses impacted by COVID-19. For more information, please visit the grant website. Applications are due by May 31, 2021.
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29 West 8th Street
Atelier New York has provided an intimate setting for like-minded people to meet, chat, share ideas, and shop that has graced the city for nearly two decades. It has earned its excellent reputation within the international fashion community by working with prominent stylists and celebrities while attracting creative professionals, artists and establishing a regular and loyal clientele.
Located at 29 W 8th St, Atelier New York Women stands as a beacon of the avant-garde fashion and art scene; and has expanded its vision to incorporate women’s wear with a selection of high-profile luxury brands. Atelier has showed its commitment to the vibrancy of West 8th Street by opening its new location right across its original menswear store.
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8th Street Pets
44 West 8th Street
(212) 777-7723
Pamper your pup at 8th Street Pets! 8th Street pets, located at 44 West 8th Street, is a one stop shop for all of your pups' needs including boarding, grooming, walks and even "doggie daycare." They focus on providing a family environment for canines with an interactive, pleasant, and safe experience for your pup.
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Blossom
72 University Place
(212) 627-1144
@blossom.nyc
Opening in mid-August, Blossom on University Place turns every day classic dishes into plant-based delicacies. This vegan hot spot, which has another outpost on the Upper West Side, is fast becoming a neighborhood staple. Each location offers its own animal-free, health conscious menu sourced from local farms.
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Concepts NYC canvasing 2,500 sq. ft. space, this new space merges sneakers, skate and fashion in an impactful way. The versatile store features dedicated brand areas, a distinct skate room, and is anchored by a center pavilion that creates a key focal point for driving an element of discovery, that’s dedicated to our Private Label apparel collections, new releases and collaborations.
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Yamadaya
450 6th Avenue
(646) 609-2199
@yamadayanyc
Yamadaya offers the widest selection of quality grocery items, accessories, beauty, and lifestyle products from Japan. It is one of the largest Japanese stores in the city with a great selection of everything from soy sauce, mirin, matcha, pots, and pots for all the household items you could ever want and need.
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Jewels is a high-class, clean and sterile piercing studio. Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind design top or a traditional nostril, you've come to the right place. They offer a wide selection of hand-picked designs for you that are timeless, eye-catching, and above all, durable.
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Min Sushi is the newest venture from Kelly Cho, who runs one of the best Japanese curry spots, Suki. It is a prime place for rice bowls, udon, and several different types of rolls. Whether you choose to stop by or pick up, Min Sushi guarantees New York's finest quality Sushi with the freshest ingredients and most refined culinary technique.
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Cafe Delia is bringing a taste of Georgian cuisine to 8th Street! From adjaruli khachapuris (the famous cheese boat) and hand-rolled Georgian dumplings to eclairs and churchkhela---Cafe Delia offers a robust menu of savory and sweet.
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T-swirl crepe offers Japanese-style sweet and salad crepes using secret recipes and delicious fillings right here in St. Marks. Using only the healthiest ingredients, their experienced crepe artists make the perfect rice flour gluten-free crepes. T-Swirl is synonymous with using the finest ingredients to construct a trendy, artistic crepe that arrives to your hand with incredible speed.
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Maman
67 University Pl
(646) 767-0097
@_mamannyc_
Open seven days a week, Maman offers a selection of delicious baked goods, coffee, fresh breakfast and lunch options, and seated lunch/brunch. Maman serves a broad menu of hearty farm fresh salads, quiches, sandwiches, and of course pastries and sweets!
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Che Li
19 St Marks Place
(646) 858-1866
@cheli.nyc
Shanghai is a cultural melting pot with a dynamic cuisine and centuries of heritage. Originating during the Song (宋) dynasties, traditional Hu (沪) Che-Li cooking combines what is known as Benbang and Haipai dishes from the Jiangnan region.
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Studio X and Team Fabio Clemente is one of the oldest and most storied Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academies in New York City and on the East Coast. Established in 1995 under Professor Fabio Clemente, the academy has been a stable force in NYC’s BJJ scene for over 20 years, producing world champion competitors and fostering a wonderful community.
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TMPL Astor Place is a luxury fitness club that offers state-of-the-art equipment, world-class trainers, and boutique Group Exercise Classes. They provide an eclectic New York experience where art, lifestyle, and fitness intersect.
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