The New York of 1970s was quite different from the gentrified metropolis we know today. And the streets had a lack of name-brand chains as we see today. I mean it’s New York! But not, Dunkin’ Donuts, McDonald’s, Starbucks and KFC, today they have completely replaced the regional and local stores.

The Bowery, now lined with luxury apartments, housed much of the city’s illicit activities, while drug dealers and prostitutes worked openly from Park Slope to Times Square. Have a look at this amazing collection of amazing photographs that show street scenes of New York City in the 1970s. Vote your favorites, and if you have gritty memories about the 70s, let us know in the comments.

Also check, Rare historic photos of New York city from the late 19th century and how the New York city looked in 1900s.