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197 Avenue A
New York, NY 10009

Rate Upon Request

Restaurant For Lease  •  3,000 SF

Property Details

  • Property Type Restaurant
  • Year Built 1955
  • Total Building Size 3,000 SF
  • Tenancy Single
  • Building Class C
  • Zoning R6
100 Transit Score
100 Walk Score

1 Space Available

Name Space Use Size Rent Details
1st Floor Ste Retail 3,000 SF Rate Upon Request 
- Prime East Village Location: Situated on the high-visibility corner of E 12th St and Avenue A, surrounded by a mix of residential and commercial traffic.
- Excellent Transit Access: Steps from the L train, providing direct access to Williamsburg and Union Square.
- Turnkey Opportunity: Fully built-out coffee bar setup, ideal for a quick launch with minimal upfront buildout costs.
- Expansive Layout: Three combined storefronts offering significant frontage and a spacious interior layout for flexible use.
Existing Infrastructure:
- ADA-compliant bathroom
- Lower-level storage with a walk-in refrigeration box
- Polished concrete floors for a sleek, modern aesthetic
- Historical Appeal: Formerly home to Boris and Horton Dog Café, a recognized neighborhood destination.

  • Date available: Now
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: To Be Determined
  • Built out as: Drinking Establishment
  • Space Type: Relet

Description 

Positioned on the prime corner of E 12th St and Avenue A, this exceptional East Village property offers unparalleled visibility and access. Just steps from the L train (1 stop to Williamsburg, a short walk to Union Square), this space presents an incredible opportunity in a thriving, high-traffic neighborhood.

Formerly home to the beloved neighborhood icon, Boris and Horton Dog Café, this fully built-out coffee bar features a spacious dining area, polished concrete floors, and a massive glass storefront spanning three combined spaces along Avenue A.

With its iconic corner location, expansive layout, and built-in infrastructure, this property is ready to support your vision in one of Manhattan's most vibrant communities.

Highlights

Prime Corner Space with Three Storefronts, Steps Away from Major Transportation
Additional lower-level storage with a walk-in refrigeration box
ADA-compliant bathroom in place, Ideal for food & beverage, hospitality, or other creative retail concepts

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Amenities

  • Wheelchair Accessible

Public Transportation

Commuter RailDriveWalkDistance
14 St (Path) (Hoboken-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH), Journal Square-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH)) 3 min 20 min 1.1 mi
9 St (Path) (Hoboken-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH), Journal Square-33rd Street - Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH)) 4 min - 1.2 mi
Transit/SubwayDriveWalkDistance
1 Avenue (L - New York MTA Subway (The Subway)) 0 min 4 min 0.2 mi
3 Avenue (L - New York MTA Subway (The Subway)) 1 min 9 min 0.5 mi
Astor Place (4 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway), 6 - New York MTA Subway (The Subway)) 4 min 12 min 0.7 mi
8 Street-New York University (N - New York MTA Subway (The Subway), R - New York MTA Subway (The Subway)) 2 min 13 min 0.7 mi
Lower East Side-2 Avenue (F - New York MTA Subway (The Subway)) 3 min 15 min 0.8 mi
AirportDriveWalkDistance
Laguardia 20 min - 9.4 mi
Newark Liberty International 23 min - 13.5 mi
John F Kennedy International 28 min - 17.4 mi
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