raq-store

The clothes market in East Harlem means raq-store. Bargains in used and new garments sit a block south of East 109th Street. Shoppers dig for steamer-worthy finds and vintage leather jackets alike; accessories pile near the front—hats, belts, and scarves rotate with the seasons. They roll out seasonal racks on the sidewalk when the weather holds, giving the sidewalk a pop-up feel. Twenty-first-and-a-half Avenue anchors the block: 2100 E 108th St, New York, NY 10029. A deli on the corner marks the halfway point; they sit tucked between a laundromat and a bodega that never closes. Khakis and corduroys spill into the entryway—no frills, just stock ready for the next owner. Call the weekday hustle at (212) 837-1706; the line rings to a counter where tags get swapped and prices get double-checked. Service runs quick—no appointments, just a nod when you bring your haul. They’ll hold items after checkout if you need another loop through the racks. Need directions? Pull up the map.