Very small store front news stand. People come mostly for lotto it looks like. I stop in for the…read moreATM. Cheap fee and gives out ten dollar bills. And as far as I know my identity has never been stolen from there. They actually have a decent assortment of tea, if you're into that sort of thing anyway. It's a very quick and convenient stop on your way into or out of the subway.

Topics has a great atmosphere & solid drinks- what's not to love? I loved their book collection &…read morewas introduced to a lot of books that I have never seen before which was really nice. I'd go back after work as well as they serve wine & bites (I think)? as well.

Stopped by while staying with a friend nearby who recommended it. I wanted to peruse books, sit…read moredown with a drink and get some writing done. I seen the no bathroom sign after ordering a drink. I have bladder control issues due to disability. I had a bit of a panic because I don't know the neighborhood or where I can find a bathroom after I start drinking my drink. Cute place in theory. Bad uncomfortable unusable place for disabled patrons to spend more than 2 minutes or order a drink.

Beautiful, spacious book store where people are still allowed to hang out for long periods reading…read moreor working on laptops. The interior is warm and inviting. There is a wide selection of books by Black authors and Queer authors. They have a wheelchair ramp and were very kind about using it.

Love to support Black owned businesses, especially bookstores. Liz's got a pretty good selection of…read morebooks and drink options. I recommend arriving early as the place does get packed. It's not loud like other book bars in Manhattan but it could get hard to find seating. The staff seem pretty friendly. However, the owner seems to be standoffish. Even when complimenting her business, she acted a bit "uppity" to me. Look, maybe it was an off day for her, but you're supposed to represent your business and that's not a good look. Yikes... I think this is a cool spot, just avoid the owner if it looks like she is having a bad mood

Great people, good selection and great customer service. Everything you need is here.read more

The magazine selection here is phenomenal! They have several locations in Manhattan that I'm aware…read moreof. The only negative thing is that their location in West Village is a bit tight but they make up for it because they have a café next-door with great coffee!

Vibes in here are excellent. It's a bigger space than the EV location and that means more space to…read moretalk and hangout with friends. I would 100% recommend and as place to wind down the nights after a fun night in Bushwick!

I came here to buy a cold brew to go and as I was leaving, the guy was like "just so you know you…read moreshould be tipping your barista's. Don't bring that energy in here" And I was like I'm not tipping you because I'm not sitting down here or you're not serving me either. Tipping is optional! . I don't have to tip you, I could've, but because of that I'm not coming back here. I'd gladly not bring my energy in there.

Didn't get that winning powerball ticket, but I'm still hopeful that a future lottery ticket…read morepurchase from Diamond news will help pay off those nursing school student loans! Gum, water, energy drinks, lottery tickets readily available. How can you not give it a 5 star review?!

Diamond News is a small little gem just North of 34th St. on the West side of Second Avenue. While…read moresmall, the store is well organized, with a variety of candies, cold beverages, magazines, and even an assortment of cigars along the back corner. Its good location near 34th St. makes for a speedy morning stop...

Pricy but top notch Best café in the area short of Dolly's…read more(which occupies such hallowed ground it's beyond reviewing) I always get that coffee with the soybeans in it and it mooooves me

The Cobbler Bushwick Roaster is a women-owned, micro roastery, focusing on handcrafted coffee and…read moreartisan-made shoes! They also hold upcycling workshops, such as upcycling your Converses or Birkenstocks, to learning/practicing/developing one's own cobbling skills! We stopped by to get our caffeine fix and get some pastries. You can also purchase some roasted beans. Staff were friendly, and the space is clean and bright. +upcycling workshops +friendly service

Terrific Polish bookstore I found while walking around Manhattan Ave recently. As I have family…read moremembers who are Polish this is a nifty store to pick up some gifts. Not just a bookstore but they carry a variety of merchandise - magazines, ceramics, shirts, magnets, cultural items, souvenir pieces and trinkets, etc, all Polish based. Really nice selection overall and a lot to choose from.

Lovely bookstore with a solid selection of Polish books and cultural items, plus warm, helpful…read moreservice.