89th And Broke I'm a young professional living in Astoria (formerly of Williamsburg, the UES and Murray Hill - I move a lot!). I'm always looking for something fun to do or the best place to grab a drink and dinner at an affordable price around the city.
Have a suggestion? Email me at Laura AT 89thandbroke DOT com.
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By Laura, on January 31, 2012, 7:42 am
Some of my guy friends (um Dave) could really pack in a ton of food if they wanted to.  If you consider taking on an all you can eat ribs night as a personal challenge, consider swinging by MexiQ in Astoria on a Tuesday.  For just $19, enjoy St. Louis-style pork ribs with your choice of sauce, [...]
By Caryn, on January 31, 2012, 4:48 am
$60 for $30 of Italian food at Bigoli. Actually called The Neighborhood Restaurant and Bar, you can have $30 worth of casual American food for $15. Last day for 80% off Restaurant.com gift certificates with the promo word DATE. If you want to stay indoors, grab this $30 for $15 voucher for delivery [...]
By Laura, on January 30, 2012, 8:00 am
Things I despise: happy hours that end at 7pm. Â Why? There is no way I’m out of work to enjoy them, unless it’s a Friday.
My buddy Tim and I love mugs o' beer.
That’s why I like Third and Long on 3rd and 35th Street. This bar totally gets that some of [...]
By Caryn, on January 30, 2012, 4:35 am
Get $30 worth of Thai food at Potjanee Authentic Thai Restaurant plus a free dessert for $15. Enjoy an Italian dinner for two Giorgio’s Wine Bar – $39 gets you 2 apps or salads, 2 entrees and a bottle of house red or white wine. $12 for $30 towards your first month at [...]
By Caryn, on January 27, 2012, 6:01 am
16 Handles is running a promotion to find the perfect name for its new treat: a machine that blends your fro-yo with toppings (think McDonald’s McFlurry’s or Dairy Queen’s Blizzards). They have a naming contest on Facebook that will last until midnight of February 2 and the winner will receive $500. They’ll pick 16 [...]
By Laura, on January 27, 2012, 5:02 am
$15 gets you $25 to NY Burger Co. $29 gets you dinner for two plus sake at Asian Station. $12 gets you a large popcorn and two movie tickets at Cinema Village. Get an Italian meal for two at Knapp Pizza II in BK. Enjoy a French dinner for two for $35 at [...]
By Laura, on January 26, 2012, 8:51 am
Yesterday my buddy at The Skint and I were wondering what celebrations were happening around the city for Australia Day. While we could find some open bars and beer specials, frankly, none were that good ($4 beers is nothing to me as far as a deal, unless accompanied by free food). Â And then we [...]
By Caryn, on January 26, 2012, 4:16 am
Use the word DATE and get 80% off your Restaurant.com gift certificates. $20 gets you $40 of Cuban food at Guantanamera.
The below are at KGB Deals, so scroll through to find them:
I think I’ll be grabbing this one: $27 gets you $30 worth to spend on food and drinks at Pop [...]
By Caryn, on January 25, 2012, 6:04 am
I don’t do brunch too often, but when I do I want to be sure it’s a good time. Some of my favorites include Calle Ocho, Sunburnt Calf, and Van Diemens (have we really not written about Calle Ocho and Van Diemens yet?!). I went with two friends over MLK weekend and Calle Ocho [...]
By Laura, on January 25, 2012, 5:00 am
$10 gets you $20 at Cha Pa. Groupon has several beauty and spa deals available today. Lava stone massage for $38 at Supple Spa? Yes, please. $11 gets you $25 to OK Falafel House. $10 gets you $20 to the Body [...]
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