Old Friend Photobooth provides authentic analog photochemical photo booth sessions in New York, New York, United States, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. A standalone analog photo booth machine on Allen Street that has drawn its own dedicated crowd since opening last year (2024). Located within a block of Autophoto museum. Has gone viral and attracted significant attention.
Opening hours for Old Friend Photobooth: Daily Open.
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Old Friend Photobooth · New York
Old Friend Photobooth
OperationalNew York
Old Friend Photobooth is listed as operational in New York, New York, United States. Photo strips, cash only.
Location & directions
Allen Street, New York, New York, United States
40.71934, -73.98979
Telemetry
- Hours today
- Daily Open
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Old Friend Photobooth
Is the photo booth at Old Friend Photobooth still working?
Yes, as far as we know. We last checked on May 18, 2026. If you turn up and it's out of order, tap "Report an issue" on this page so the next person doesn't waste a trip.
How much is a strip at Old Friend Photobooth, and can I pay by card?
The price is posted on the machine. Cash only — bring coins or small notes. Most analog booths in this range run a few pounds, euros or dollars a strip.
Is Old Friend Photobooth a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. The strip is developed with real photo chemistry inside the machine, so give it a few minutes to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Old Friend Photobooth?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Old Friend Photobooth, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Old Friend Photobooth?
Daily Open. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Old Friend Photobooth?
It's at Allen Street, New York, New York. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Old Friend Photobooth with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Old Friend Photobooth is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in New York for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Old Friend Photobooth last checked?
May 18, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
A standalone analog photo booth machine on Allen Street that has drawn its own dedicated crowd since opening last year (2024). Located within a block of Autophoto museum. Has gone viral and attracted significant attention.
Hours
Daily Open
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- community sources
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 0
