This little triangle of land sits between the intersections of Bleecker, Carmine and Avenue of the Americas (aka Sixth Avenue). It's always been funny to me that in NYC every tiny, large-parking-space-worth of land that could possibly be dedicated or named, well...is. This particular swath memorializes a priest from the nearby Lady of Pompeii Church. In the countless list of similar places in the city, this one stands out as having a sizable fountain adorning its middle. During warmer months when the water runs, passerby can walk by or take a seat at one of the weathered and well-used benches lining the inner perimeter of this plaza, and listen to the sound of gurgling splashes mixed in with the sounds of cars honking, the crowds cheering on players a block up at the West 4th Street Basketball Courts, the rumble of the A/C/E subway lines running under the asphalt roadway, and general neighborhood foot traffic. During peak fall foliage the 14 trees (yes NYC Parks counts and maps all their trees) provide a vibrant scene to behold. A little bit more info at: https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/father-demo-square read more

Father Demo Square - Fountain at Father Demo Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

PUBLIC PARK: A small Park established in 1923 which was later named in honor of ANTONIO DEMO in 1941. DEMO was a Pastor who served at the nearby OUR LADY OF POMPEII Church. Many Record Stores used to be within striking distance of the Park. Spent many a night pounding Bombers in the neighborhood which were purchased from the WAVERLY DELI down the block during my youth. The Park is conveniently located near many Eateries in the area. WORTH VISITING. read more

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Great little park to take a break, benches surrounding it, great place to people watch with the bustling corner especially on a weekend. You can easily walk along all the shops on Bleecker Street, or go the other way where there's restaurants, bars, comedy, or live music. Pretty sure the fountain in the show Friends was based on this one because the "Central Perk" cafe is only a block or so away. read more

Father Demo Square - Friends fountain - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Once again quintessential New York City. This is the kind of Park that Disney tries ever so hard to recreate but always fall short from the true authenticity. Even on a bad day or a slow day you'll be lucky to find a seat on one of the benches here. This is not a bucolic resting place. This small triangle is surrounded by some of the heaviest traffic on all sides in Manhattan. That's one its charms. Several of the best eating spots in the city are just steps away. Grab a slice and then grab a slice of reality. read more

Father Demo Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

I love this area. I used to work close by. I love the close proximity to good food, historic sites, and the community atmosphere. Today they were decorating for the holidays. It was rather cold and windy so I just passed through. People were still sitting and enjoying themselves. In the summer is when you should visit to sit and relax. During the winter it just adds to the ambiance of the neighborhood. Whether you live here or work in the neighborhood this is a great place to visit for peace and quiet. read more

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A delightful little square off Houston that is a little less natural and a little more regal. The fountain adds a nice touch. read more

Father Demo Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

OK, I know that "square" refers to a public gathering place, but It's a triangle and it's only ¼ acre in size, but it does have a nice fountain and is in a nice part of NYC. Father Demo Square is named for Father Antonio Demo who was pastor at Our Lady of Pompeii Church in the beginning of the 20th Century (the neighborhood used to be predominantly Italian). It's a cute place to have a seat and rest from all the walking you do in this area. read more

Father Demo Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

This square is wreathed with foliage fire for exactly 2.3 weeks every year. This is usually a nice stopping place anyway, but during those weeks, it becomes heaven, read more

You've been walking for a few hours and your dogs are a little tired. After seeing a string of stores along Bleeker St., you are ready for a break. Suddenly like an oasis in the desert, there in a perfect patch of sunlight, you see it-- a park bench with your name on it and it's calling to you- beckoning you and telling you to relax and take a load off for a bit. Enjoy the sun on your face. People watch. Hold hands and smile. This little park is a perfect respite in a central spot. When in the area, go, and enjoy it!! read more

Father Demo Square - come and relax - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

This place is too crowded. There are also many pigeons. There are a lot of benches around, but they awkwardly fit 2.5 people per slot. 3 of us went to a donut shop nearby and wanted somewhere to enjoy the donut. I like that there is a fountain there to drown out the sound of voices nearby and the sound of cars wooshing by. There aren't enough trash cans and this place obviously has no one sweeping the floors or anything. If the trash can were placed near the entrance/exit, more of the lazy people trash would make it to the trash can rather than on the floor! If this spot were a bit more well kept it'd be MUCH nicer. Not many spots to just relax in the city, so thanks to this park, we had a spot to sit and enjoy our food. read more

I've stopped by here a number of times over the years. Usually it was to just sit a bit, or to try to take the "perfect photo" of the fountain with the steeple from Our Lady of Pompeii's Church in the background. As it is along 6th Avenue, it usually isn't quiet. Also, I wish it had more shade. It's not bad, but Washington Square Park is only a short walk away and is much better. read more

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I've passed by Father Demo Square so many times on my way to somewhere. During spring and summer, you get tourists and locals, eating, chilling, listening to the piano player (who is horrible but rakes in buckets of cash because he is so lively and the tourists love him), and just plain hanging. I can credit this little park for three vivid memories during the times I've actually stopped and stayed a while-- The first time-I had grabbed a slice at Joe's, planted on a bench to eat when I heard the rustle and pitter patter of rodent feet. Many pitter patters and at that time just before dusk when you can see the little critters race under your feet. I upped and left. A one star experience. The second time-It was a sweltering day in July when I espied two little creatures, fallen out of the park, laying out on the side of the fence on the octagons. Were they baby squirrels? They were hairless, bald, with eyes closed and almost whimpering. One was the size of my little finger, the other 3 inches long and plumper. The poor creatures were baking in the 90 plus weather so I placed them back in the shade, watered them down and pondered their fate. My boyfriend at the time considered squirrels rats with tails. My kitty boy and girl would make snacks of them. My best friend however, had no pets...could I persuade her to take them in and foster them? As I thought I stared and stared...at naked tails. Oh, no, were the babies of that infamous NY species known as the grey RAT??? Wishing the babies a painless fate, I fled. Later my freaked out friend sent me countless links on how to recognize a baby squirrel. Not sure how many stars picking up baby rats with your fingers merits. Five stars if they perished painlessly. The third time--NYC had yet another blizzard. Father Demo Square had been abandoned by people and native fauna. The third time was indeed a charm. The place was magical, covered all over with fluffy white snow. Like ghostly footprints from Robert Frost, there were traces of footprints covered over by the new snow cutting a path through the park. The fountain, long silenced, was beautiful against the backdrop of a grey sky and Avignone Pharmacy and Lady of Pompei Church, two longstanding Village fixtures. No sound nor movement broke the spell. It was finally mine. But this is NYC and the pigeons came back to their turf. And it was still a five star moment. I will probably pass by Father Demo Square without stopping again for a while. It is too crowded, dirty, attracts too many strange people and homeless, and has too much vermin. But on another enchanted day, when everyone else has abandoned it, I will return. read more

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This square is flanked by 6th Ave, Bleecker and Carmine Streets. Near Murray's Cheese Shop, Joe's Pizza, Amy's Bread, Rocco's Pastry and more. They closed the square down about two years ago to refurbish. It recently reopened and is such a great little park. It's literally a triangle in the middle of this intersection, but it really looks great. There's a beautiful little water fountain in the center and an abundance of park benches along the sides. I love coming here with a slice and a book. It doesn't have a lot of shade yet, as the trees probably still need to grow in. But, it's never crowded--and of course great for people watching! read more

Father Demo Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Last summer, the prettiest new park in New York City opened in Father Demo Square. The fountain was absolutely beautiful and the planting, benches, paving - really, everything was spot on. Then, a few months later someone had the sad idea of taking this lovely fountain, encasing it in white plastic and putting really ugly LED lighting around the center risers. Even if this idea had worked, it would be ugly - but the icing on the cake is that it really doesn't work. Half the lights burned out almost immediately and the plastic looks like it's growing mold. Obviously, the renovated square is better than it was before - but - it's too bad that the centerpiece of what was really a perfect restoration has turned into an awful eyesore - day or night. Fountains don't need disco lighting. Soft, indirect lighting after sunset is the perfect way to go. Let the stonework and the water speak for themselves. Get rid of that hideous lighting and make the restoration perfect again. This has been bugging me for months now - ahh, I feel so much better. read more

Perfect spot for eating Joe's Pizza or any of the great Bleecker St. spots for lunch or bakery treats. Since there isn't a lot of room to eat at any of these spots, the square may be your best bet. There is a serene fountain, but its best feature is the prime locale for people watching. Watch out for pigeons and hipsters in close proximity - this spot is overwhelmed with both. This factor is preventing the square from getting a full five stars. read more

Clean small park with beautiful water fountain in the center. There are also plenty of park benches for you to sit & just relax. read more

Father Demo Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Nice place. 1) It is a free public space. 2) The fountain is nice. 3) The surrounding is also wonderful. read more

A wonderful place of peace in the midst of the chaos of NYC. A standard place for people to take a break or lunch. Since you are just down the street from Murry's cheese it's a great choice to sit for a snack. Small by just right. read more

Father Demo Square - Parks Near Me - New York, New York

Noise: Relaxing because the quite zone requirements, the fountain and there being plenty of park benches. If they had some low shrubbery along 6th Ave and along Bleecker it may make it a little quieter but overall not bad. Seating: The trees are low and provide plenty of shade but I recommend bringing a small cloth to clear pigeon poop from the benches, especially the ones under the trees. Cleanliness: Other than the bird poop this place is pretty dang clean for being such a busy area. Food/Etc: Everything is only steps away. Overall: Great place to relax and take in NY. I'm definitely a fan. read more

I'm gonna be straight with you (NPI): I like it BERRY MUCH when girls sling their bags across their chests in the spring & summer. This makes me happy. It's the little--er, medium or large--things that make your day. Father Demo Square is not merely a cool spot to chill but also a great place to revel in this newly-busting-at-the-seems trend. Father, I have sinned. read more

Yes, a charming little square that was torn up for years, but now its alive again, under the shadows of Our Lady of Pompeii Shrine. Great people watching in the spring/summertime. read more

Quaint and relaxing. It's nice to relax when your walking around the West Village. There's not really anywhere to stop and relax. I like going here with some ice cream or a slice of pizza. The fountain is really nice and if you have an iPhone it looks great if you take a pic of it with your Hipstamatic. I took a couple. read more

A fascinating place to sit and watch the world go by. 6th Av and Bleecker forever!

A nice place to sit by a fountain. Watch out for pigeons!

It used to be just a paved slab w/ homeless people and pigeons sitting around. Then it was a construction site for ever. Now it's a pretty paved slab w/ a fountain & people with homes sitting around and pigeons. It's very scenic now and a good no-longer-sketchy feeling place to meet before heading to one of the million things around it. read more

Sitting on a bench in Father Demo's Square at dusk, enjoying a pineapple sorbet from nearby Cones on Bleeker street, basking in the glow of the lovely illuminated fountain as twilight passes by. . . this is the type of experience that makes living in this frantic, unforgiving metropolis a little more tolerable. read more

agreed, the disco fountain lighting looks like crap (well, at least it stopped working); the shear size and placement of the "don't feed the pidgeons" sign is horrific; the in-grade paving lights are stupid although less than immaterial; and then there's all of those unfinished plinths... read more