Chango Coffee House (CLOSED)

A fashionable, young crowd congregates for coffee at this popular hangout. The service leaves a bit to be desired, but no matter: lots of people spend hours here working or chatting at the tables outside—it's the perfect spot to people watch and experience a slice of neighborhood life on the East side. It's mostly a residential area, which means a quiet cuppa, but be sure to explore the block, featuring galleries (there's even one inside Chango), clothing boutiques and darling gourmet grocery, Cookbook.