89th And Broke

We're young professionals residing in Murray Hill and Gramercy who are 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 us at Laura AT 89thandbroke DOT com or Caryn AT 89thandbroke DOT com.

Taste of 7th Street was Tasty!

Last week we wrote about ScoopSt’s Taste of 7th Street event. This event was held on Saturday and Sunday, and New Yorkers lined up at different restaurants to try everything from cupcakes to smoothies to pork at five different restaurants.
Caryn (her thoughts are in italics) and I checked it out on Sunday, and we heard [...]

The World’s Biggest Pub Crawl is Calling Your Name - Buy Your Tickets Now!

Like day drinking? So do we. That’s why we’re eagerly anticipating this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl taking place Saturday, March 13th. We’ve done the Cinco de Mayo pub crawl in the past and last year’s St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl, and trust me, they never disappoint.

Cheap drinking? Check
Drunk by 1 pm? [...]

Free Love in Times Square…Well, It’s Not Quite Free

Valentine’s Day may be over, but the spirit of love remains…or something like that. The Times Square Alliance is sponsoring Free Love in Times Square, 50 days of restaurant, lodging, events and shopping deals for tourists and NYC-dwellers alike. This offer will last through March 31st, so you still have plenty of time to take [...]

More Valentine’s Day Parties This Saturday

We’ve written about various events around town for singles during this Valentine’s Day weekend, so it’s only fitting that we end the week with a few more ideas. On Saturday night you can check out Public House for their Valentine’s Day Eve Bash. Ladies drink for free from 9-10 pm and both ladies and gentlemen [...]

The Search for a Valentine Continues - Singles 5K Run!

We’re starting to close out our guide to single events around Valentine’s Day weekend, and I was alerted tothis event hosted by Save the Date(ing) and JackRabbit Sports.  On Sunday starting at noon, there will be a singles 5K, called Love Cubed, along the Hudson River.  Following the run, there will be an open bar, [...]

The Ultimate Challenge: Live Off Groupons for 1 Year and Make $100K

Do you have what it takes to Live Off Groupon for one year?
Groupon has a new PR tactic that’s generating a lot of buzz - they’re recruiting one person to live entirely off of Groupons for one year, and if you do it they’ll pay you $100,000. That’s right, break your lease, close your bank account [...]

Deal Alert! Super Bowl Sunday Specials!

Naturally nearly every bar in town is touting some special to attract the crowds this Sunday. You’ll be able to find $4 pints, half-priced drinks, etc., just about anywhere. However, we noticed a few deals that seemed to be particularly good if you’re planning on kicking back a bunch of beers and eating some food [...]

Deal Alert! Get a Date and a Free Drink!

Need a date for Valentine’s Day? Or at least a free drink after a Monday at work? Well, you’re in luck!
Time Out New York (TONY) is teaming up with Thom Bar in Soho to host its annual Singles Bash on Monday from 6-9 pm, just in time for you to find someone to celebrate with [...]

Eating Event! The Village Voice’s Third Annual Choice Eats Tickets Are Now On Sale!

Do yourself a favor and buy your ticket to this year’s Village Voice’s Choice Eats event, held Monday, March 22nd. Stop reading, just click that link and go do it…then come back to see why you were so wise to listen blindly.
This is a killer event if you like restaurants/food (and if you don’t, I [...]

Deal Alert! $20 Lincoln Center Tickets (and more)!

If you’re looking for some cultural experiences in this great city (especially as the three day weekend approaches), but you are lacking the funds, then we have just the thing.
Until January 26th you can purchase tickets to Lincoln Center performances for only $20! This is the perfect opportunity to expand your horizons and take in [...]