Moving to NYC from San Francisco - Neighborhood question; Clinton and Rivington (restaurants)

[Farbz82]

How's this part of the LES? I've heard mixed things; some say it's great, tons to do within a few blocks (bars, restaurants, etc), and others have said that though it's great, it's a bit on the sketchier side.

Any thoughts or input?



Thanks!

[lucas9]

Lower East Side is like Lower Haight in SF. If you feel comfortable there, you'll feel comfortable on the LES.

[Kefir King]

I hate that Rivington area, the streets are always filthy, that long narrow park is disgusting. I know it is gentrifying but every time I walk around there I feel I need a shower.