Nuyorican Poets Café
236 E. 3rd St.
(Aves. B & C)
East Village
212.505.8183
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Nuyorican Poets Café
At 33, Nuyorican Poets Café is probably older than you. The nonprofit venue, born in founder Miguel Al-garin’s living room, is now a second home to everyone from renowned slam poets to aspiring hip-hop artists yearning to be the next Mos Def. Though the party long ago left Algarin’s apartment, the red ornaments, colorful paintings, and broken table lamps give the current venue a homey feel. There’s always something going on, whether it’s a Latin jam session or a comedy performance. If you want a night full of flava and funk, then make a cameo here. Remember, the simple drink menu consists of only bottled beers. But really, you’re not here to get crunked, you’re here to get cultured. Talk, talk.
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Categories:   After Work Bars -   Cash Only -   Date Spot/Romantic -   Live Music -   Neighborhood Bars -   Shecky's Pick
Neighborhood:  East Village
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proud nuyorican

it was one of my favorite hangouts.it was here that i had the pleasure of meeting algarin, miguel pinero, piri thomas and other famous nuyoricans. i was there from day one as my friend joe cardona and his girlfriend milagros lived next door to it. my grandson performed there 9 yrs. ago and i had the pleasure of seeing him perform at a place that i loved so much.ilive upstate now so its hard for me to get down there but i manage to once a while.

Posted by: iris pantoja
On: 10/24/2007 6:02:00 PM


I love it!

I used to go here all the time - I love it! It's a great way to experience the underground art scene of the city because they have poetry, plays and art showings here. Go Wed @ 9pm or Fri @ 9pm for the poetry slams.

Posted by: Rashida B.
On: 10/12/2006 2:07:00 PM


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