Once the world's largest Jewish community, the Lower East Side is now renown for great shopping bargains and delicious food. Bargain hunters will enjoy the many shops along Orchard Street, which are particularly well known for offering clothing and shoes at great prices. Along other neighborhood streets, you can find great deals on a variety of house wares, linens and more. Sundays are the best weekend days for visiting the Lower East Side, as many shop owners observe the Sabbath and are closed on Saturday. From pickles and knishes to bialys and huge corned beef sandwiches, there are a variety of stores and restaurants featuring delicious foods reflecting the Jewish heritage of the Lower East Side. One of New York City's most impressive museums, the offers visitors a glimpse into neighborhood life during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries and is housed in a former tenement building.