East Village is alive with activity on the week-end. This district of New York has lots for children and families to do along with excellent restaurants for brunch. Check out Tompkins Square Park to burn off some extra energy or enjoy a cheap buffet on a Saturday or Sunday. East Village is the original place to be during a holiday or time off. Shops carry vintage clothing, theatres offer a variety of performances, and street vendors sell souvenirs during the day time. Getting to East Village is easy. The main public transportation is the L line. With it, you can get around the entire city. The 6 train is a good way to go as well, with cheap fares for children. Many week-end brunch restaurants are in the area serving up family friendly and fancy cuisine. Choose the Saturday or Sunday which works best and head on over via the train or bus routes M8, M14 and M14D. You can find original New York cuisine or numerous other options for breakfast. Avenue B in East Village is a hot spot for Spanish, American, and Continental week-end brunch restaurants. Ample buffet options can also be found on West Houston Street including French, Italian, and Peruvian breakfast buffet choices for the family. Usually, children enjoy cheaper rates than adults, and everyone can choose the selections they want without a fuss. A Saturday or Sunday brunch breakfast in East Village is truly an original and exciting experience when you are in the area.