Above Chinatown

Vintage clothing in New York often hides in plain sight, tucked behind unmarked doors or in quiet corridors where the past feels close. Above Chinatown is one such place, a store that trades in decades-old denim, wool coats, and silk dresses rather than mass-produced labels. The neighborhood around East Broadway carries layers of history, and this shop adds another—one stitch at a time.

Find it at 75 E Broadway Suite 201, on the second floor of a building that blends into the block’s rhythm. The address sits between bakeries selling sesame balls and dim sum counters, where the city’s layered identity comes alive. Inside, Above Chinatown curates pieces that refuse to fade, whether you’re searching for a ’70s suede jacket or a pair of high-waisted slacks from the ’90s. The racks hold stories, not trends.

Need to confirm availability or ask about special sizes? Ring (917) 272-9758 and ask what’s just arrived. Inventory here changes with each new drop, so a call can save time walking empty aisles. Small shops like this rely on word of mouth, not algorithms, and the phone serves as its lifeline.

Arriving is straightforward: use the maps link below for directions. The route will take you through streets alive with chatter in multiple languages, past storefronts where the old and the new coexist. No neon signs mark the way—just a discreet sign on the second-floor landing. Once inside, the search begins.