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 16, 2013, 10:48 am
Last week, my fabulous friend Bradley at Amuse*Bouche invited me to a blogger tasting with some Astoria folks at this new pizza spot off of Ditmars and 36th Street,
Courtesy of Amuse Bouche
Tufino Pizzeria Napoletana. After trying six types of pizza, a fried calzone and much more, here are five reasons why you [...]
By Laura, on January 11, 2013, 10:33 am
Usually a pitcher of beer is $18 at The Garden @ Studio Square, the “new” beer garden in Astoria, so when I saw this deal float in my inbox, I had to tell you guys about it. If you are planning on watching the NFL playoff games at a bar this weekend or next [...]
By Laura, on December 3, 2012, 7:54 am
After I saw Antika Pizzeriapop up in Astoria, I was looking forward to my first visit. We checked it out last Thursday, and I could not have
Photo courtesy of Amuse*Bouche
been happier with my visit.
Our group of five was sat a circle table (my favorite for when you are out with [...]
By Laura, on November 7, 2012, 11:07 am
Last Friday, my boyfriend, Chris, and I decided to go to Christos Steakhouse in Astoria (disclosure: I was invited in to try it). I’ve lived in Astoria for more than 2 years, and have dated my fair share of dudes in the neighborhood, and had never even heard of the place. Located on 41st [...]
By Laura, on September 5, 2012, 7:08 am
Over the weekend I was craving Thai, so I decided to order from Seamless ($5 off your first order when you sign up for Seamless!). Anyways, I saw a new Thai place I hadn’t tried before, and tried Red Basil Thai Kitchen.
My delivery showed up in its delivery window. Off the bat, I [...]
By Laura, on August 29, 2012, 7:35 am
Last night I was at the Astor Room in Astoria and confirmed what I had seen on Yelp. Â Tonight, Wednesday, you’ll be able to enjoy all you can eat oysters and all you can drink Stella for $15. Â Apparently, this is the last time this deal will happen. Â The following Wednesdays in September, you’ll [...]
By Laura, on August 13, 2012, 7:32 am
Last week, my boyfriend and I were invited to try Tu Casa, a Spanish and Peruvian restaurant which has locations in Kew Gardens and in Astoria. Â We decided to check out the Astoria spot, and despite living here for nearly two years, I had never noticed this place on Steinway and 30th Ave.
We [...]
By Laura, on May 30, 2012, 9:46 am
My boyfriend and I had been discussing our study abroad semesters for so long that we decided we would show our photos to each other, and then visit the cuisine of that country (me Italian, him Spanish).
Last night we headed over to La Rioja on Broadway and 34th Street in Astoria. I pass [...]
By Laura, on April 10, 2012, 8:33 am
Every time I pass Aroma 31 a block away from me, the restaurant is absolutely empty. After hearing that the place had a brunch special for $12, we decided to check it out – and now I’m wondering how this place is empty.
For $12, you get your choice of a mimosa or sangria with any [...]
By Laura, on April 4, 2012, 8:09 am
This past weekend when I was visiting the Ditmars area of Astoria, I decided to grab some takeout at Bangkok Tasty. As you may recall if you read this blog back in 2009, Bangkok Tasty was one of my favorite Thai restaurants in the neighborhood. Â However, since the restaurant doesn’t deliver to the Broadway [...]
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