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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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Deal Alert! Discounted Cuban at Cafecito!

Today is the 9th anniversary for Cafecito, a Cuban restaurant on 11th St. and Avenue C. They’ll be celebrating with $5 sandwiches (apparently some of the best Cuban sandwiches in the city!), $9 entrees and $5 drinks from 11 am – 6pm. A live band will come on at 7 pm and the $5 drink specials will [...]

Deal Alert! Cuban Sandwich and Chips for $5!

I really respect that the East Village Cuban restaurant Carteles is offering a deal for local, neighborhood residents.  According to Eater, now through April 1, prove you live in the neighborhood by showing your license or mail, and you’ll get a sandwich and chips for $5.  Carteles is located on 6th Street between 1st and Ave [...]

Expanding Our Culinary Horizons with Cuban

Last week, my co-worker Alicia suggested that we visit Tina’s Cuban Cuisine after reading about it in Time Out New York’s Cheap Eats Issue.  I’ve tried Cuban cuisine in the past, and was not a big fan, but figured I’d give it one more try before I crossed it off my list.  Our co-worker [...]

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