Top 10 Places to Shop in the Flatiron District

There is no shortage of great shops to choose from when you’re planning out your day or weekend of Flatiron District shopping. The area is home to a number of local boutiques and popular nationwide chains. The only challenge you’ll face when you’re planning out your Flatiron District shopping experience is determining where to start. This list of the top 10 places to shop in the Flatiron District will help you narrow down your options.

Eataly is a large Italian market that spans over 40,000 square feet. The store only opened in 2010, but it hasn’t taken long for them to rise to prominence in the area. They sell a variety of high-quality food and drink items, including the same olive oils and sauces that they use to prepare hot meals served inside their onsite restaurant. They also provide ongoing cooking classes and special events for anyone in the community to participate in. See their website for full details and the event calendar. At Eataly Flatiron exists the ONLY Eataly Vino wine shop in NYC. Choose from some of the best Italian vintages upstairs, or check out the latest selection of affordable wines from some of the rarest wine distributors.  

Rizzoli Bookstore has been widely considered one of the foremost independent booksellers in America, specializing in illustrated books on architecture, interior design, fashion, photography, cookery, and the fine and applied arts, as well as literature and foreign language books. Rizzoli Bookstore has been and will continue to be a literary landmark in New York City and a celebrated destination for important authors and book lovers from all over the world. You can also pick up the perfect gift for the book lover in your life. 

Aritzia has locations throughout the world besides their Flatiron District store. Each one is a great place to shop through its unique collection of trendy and stylish clothing and accessories. Customer service is at the heart of their business model, and you will feel respected and valued from the minute that you walk in the door. Their 5th avenue store is open Monday through Saturday from 10 am until 9 pm and from 11 am to 8 pm on Sundays.

From The Source is a home furnishings store that focuses on environmental preservation while creating uniquely designed luxury products with sustainable and reclaimed materials. Choose from out-of-the-ordinary quality furniture designs for that statement piece or your everyday home staples. You can even create custom wood furniture from their sustainable designs in From The Source’s showroom on E 20th between Broadway and Park Avenue.

Sephora is a well-known beauty and cosmetics store that carries several different varieties of upscale makeup, skincare, and hair care products. Their 5th avenue shop is only a four-minute walk away from the Flatiron Building. Their hope is to have a positive impact on the world by enhancing the beauty that thrives in diversity and discovery. Their Flatiron District Store is open from 10 am until 8 pm Monday through Saturday and from 11 am until 7 pm on Sundays. You can also shop through their collection online.

NYC’s best-kept secret — 260 Sample Sale! Here you can shop curated gems from various designers at unbeatable prices in a relaxed boutique setting. Two of their three secret stores are located in the Flatiron/NoMad area at 260 5th Avenue and 261 5th Avenue. 260 Sample Sale works in direct partnership with your favorite brands to bring you authentic merchandise without the designer price tag! Brands include but are not limited to; Alice & Olivia, Tom Dixon, MCM, Oscar de la Renta, Paul Smith, Belstaff, Adidas Y-3, Chloe, and more. Sign up through their website for updates on this week’s exclusive designer deals. 

Whole Foods Market is a popular grocery store that specializes in natural and organic options. The newly opened (June 2022) location on Madison Ave and 28th Street is the largest Whole Foods location in all of Manhattan, with a large selection of prepared foods that includes a hot bar and a full-service salad bar. They are open daily from 7 am until 10 pm.

For the classic vinyl lover, Academy Records is known for its collection of rare new and used vinyl and CDs. Located on West 18th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues, Academy Records carries that wistful vibe of an NYC record shop in the 70s. It has grown over time to become an NYC landmark.  Know as a cultural destination for devoted music lovers and collectors since 1977, it originally opened as Academy Book Store and expanded in 1995 to become what it is today.  Academy Records & CDs carry second-hand as well as some new merchandise, collector's items, and many bargains.  Music genre range from Classical, Rock, and Jazz to Avant-Garde on Compact Discs, 45s, and LP records. 

Named after a small town upstate, Fishs Eddy is Manhattan’s most popular place to find funky vintage flatware. From the sub-basements of New York City’s Bowery (also once known as the restaurant supply district) were endless unwanted dishes dating back to the 1900s. These were more than just dishes, they were pieces of historical significance. Fishs Eddy excavated all of it - decorated and crested cups, creamers, gravy boats, bullion cups, butter, plates, and more. Soon after, they started designing their own patterns on the same beautiful ”ware” they were finding: made in America, 100% vitrified, sturdy, durable, and made with LOVE from places like Buffalo, New York, and Newell, West Virginia! Located on the corner of West 19th and Broadway.

The Casagrande Team knows about all of the best destinations for Flatiron District shopping. They are intimately familiar with the area thanks to their many years of helping new homeowners find their dream properties in the area. Reach out to their office if you’re thinking about shopping for a new home in the Flatiron District. They will be more than happy to help you.