Books · SoHo
Housing Works Bookstore Cafe
on SoHo, with 6 shops within a short walk
Two-level used bookstore and cafe selling secondhand books, vinyl, CDs, art books and decor, with coffee, wine and beer. Proceeds fund HIV/AIDS services; regular readings and talks.
Hours
- Monday
- 11am–7pm
- Tuesday
- 11am–7pm
- Wednesday
- 11am–7pm
- Thursday
- 11am–7pm
- Friday
- 11am–7pm
- Saturday
- 11am–7pm
- Sunday
- 11am–5pm
Checked October 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
On the map
Near New York University (9 min walk).
Good to know
- Parking
- Prince St (R, W), Spring St (C, E and 6), Canal St, Broadway-Lafayette St and Bleecker St stations all serve SoHo. Transit is the practical way in.
- SoHo shops
- Most shops open at 11am and close at 7pm (12pm–6pm on Sundays), while Apple, Arc'teryx and McNally Jackson run later, to 8pm or 9pm.
From Housing Works | Thrift Shops + Bookstore
NYC Bookstore & Cafe in SoHo | Housing Works Bookstore
Visit Housing Works Bookstore & Cafe at 126 Crosby St in SoHo for used books, coffee, events, book donations, and private events supporting Housing Works.
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All of SoHo →Before you go
What are Housing Works Bookstore Cafe's hours?
Housing Works Bookstore Cafe is usually open Mon–Sat 11am–7pm, Sun 11am–5pm. Hours can change on holidays, so check the café's site before a special trip.
Where is Housing Works Bookstore Cafe?
Housing Works Bookstore Cafe is at 126 Crosby St in SoHo, New York. It's near New York University (9 min walk).
Is Housing Works Bookstore Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, usually 11am–5pm on Sundays.
Where can I park near Housing Works Bookstore Cafe?
The closest option for SoHo is Prince St (R, W), Spring St (C, E and 6), Canal St, Broadway-Lafayette St and Bleecker St stations all serve SoHo. Transit is the practical way in.. Most of the district is also an easy walk from the subway.
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