If all you know is “Hairspray,” have another look at director John Waters’ art. “John Waters: Change of Life” presents the cult icon’s photographs and screens some of his early underground films at the New Museum of Contemporary Art (583 Broadway between Houston and Prince streets).
Then, grab a bite at one of these nearby eateries.
Dos Caminos SoHo
475 W. Broadway
(at Houston Street)
(212) 277-4300
Everything from tacos to enchiladas to pork ribs barbacoa keep the fiesta going at this good-looking Mexican spot.
Hamptons Chutney Co.
68 Prince St.
(between Broadway and Lafayette Street)
(212) 226-9996
Dosa devotees vie for the tables and counterside stools at this fast-fooder featuring thin, crisp-edged crepes holding savory Indian fillings.
Jane
100 W. Houston St. (between La Guardia Place and Thompson Street)
(212) 254-7000
The $12 Sunday night meal deal with five options from coriander clay pot mussels to Flat Iron steak with fries or greens makes a weekend outing super affordable at this friendly American bistro.
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33 Crosby St.
(between Broome and Grand streets)
(212) 219-8856
The small bites won’t break the bank at this dark and popular tapas bar with tight seating and super sangria.
Zoe
90 Prince St.
(between Broadway and Mercer Street)
(212) 966-6722
This neighborhood favorite keeps the locals – as well as shoppers – happy with quietly creative American bistro food in an inviting wood-and-brick room.

