Pete's Tavern - View this location on map The short story writer O. Henry supposedly penned 'The Gift of the Magi' in a booth at Pete's, called Healy's Cafe at the time. Nearby dining establishment Sal Anthony's (which recently relocated to the East Village) claims it was written within their walls, as it was O. Henry's residence before the restaurant came along (212) 473-7676 129 E 18th St , New York, ny Nightlife, Cultural

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