Epstein's was named after the 70's sitcom character, Juan Epstein from Welcome back Kotter.
He was our hero because he was a truant that forged his Mom's signature to get away with it.
It also seemed fitting because the Lower East Side has been traditionally Jewish & Puerto Rican.
EPSTEIN'S BAR
82 Stanton Street
New York, NY 10007
(212) 477-2232