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126 Crosby St
New York, NY 10012 Get Directions
New York, NY 10012 Get Directions
Customer Reviews (14)
Melanie Berliet
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2009At 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 ... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2008The Scene
The Housing Works thrift shops are some of the city's best-kept secrets for clothing and furniture seekers, but you won't find that Pucci frock or antique dresser at this branch. Instead, ... (more)
by Jim D. at Judy's Book
on Citysearch Jul 02, 2007I think you have to bear in mind that this is just the book outlet of a multi-location thrift shop. It's not a high-end publishing emporium. Since things are donated, condition is not always optimum--... ... (more)
evilkitty51
on Citysearch Sep 25, 2006The 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 ... (more)
by Racheline M. at Judy's Book
on Citysearch May 27, 2006I love this place's space more than its selection. It's really lovely, with a second floor balcony of books, a small cafe and comfortable spaces betweeen aisles and shelving. I never find much great... ... (more)
by Susan S. at Judy's Book
on Citysearch Apr 19, 2006I frequently pop into Housing Works on my way up to the Broadway-Lafayette stop when browsing Soho for a decent cup of coffee and a good book. There are serious bargains to be found here. On a recen... ... (more)
judypardo
on Citysearch Nov 17, 2005At 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 ... (more)
trescrepu
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2005Despite 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 ... (more)
Kate L.
on Judys Book Aug 14, 2005I try to make it down to Housing Works every week to buy used books. They are an AIDS-related charity and I love that I can support my reading habit without breaking the bank and support a good cause at the same time. The ... (more)
by Jessica M. at Judy's Book
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2005First of all they made me check my STROLLER. Umm, so I had no choice but to carry a 29 pound squirming toddler and I am quite OBVIOUSLY pregnant. Needless to say the visit was off to a bad start. T... ... (more)
