Lower East Side Restaurant, New York City 1946

"Lower East Side Restaurant, New York City" (1946) by Godfrey Frankel is a striking black and white photograph depicting the exterior of a New York City eatery. The image captures the menu scrawled on the restaurant's window, with prices ranging from 20 cents to 40 cents. Frankel’s photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of a New York City diner, emphasizing the handwritten chalk menu. This snapshot offers a glimpse into the everyday life of the Lower East Side in the post-war era, showcasing the simple pleasures of a neighborhood eatery.