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 March 26, 2012, 8:13 am
Last week, I happened to be on a date and suggested that we head over to Ornella’s in Astoria. Â I hadn’t been in nearly two years, but remembered our meal was fabulous. Â When I walked in, I was shocked when the owner recognized me, and was also shocked that it was $10 pasta [...]
By Caryn, on November 5, 2010, 7:36 am
While I greatly admire those who can run a marathon (0r 8 miles for that matter), I’m more interested in standing on the sidelines and cheering the athletes on while drinking a Dunkin Donuts coffee. But Marcony, a very delicious Italian restaurant in Murray Hill,  is getting me even more excited for the big [...]
By Caryn, on July 8, 2010, 6:42 am
8coupons has partnered with Hello Pasta to bring you 88 cent pasta in honor of its grand opening (which was actually yesterday) at 649 Lexington Avenue at 54th Street!
Today from 2 to 8 pm you can order any 14 oz pasta & sauce combination for just $0.88 (up to a $9.50 value!). To review your [...]
By Caryn, on June 10, 2010, 12:28 am
Granted, there aren’t many Bertucci’s in the area (the closest seems to be in Jersey City), but if you do find yourself in the vicinity of one, definitely remember to bring this coupon to get off $5 of a $25 purchase of food.
I have a Bertucci’s near my home on Long Island and [...]
By Caryn, on January 12, 2010, 3:06 am
*See below for a special 89th and Broke deal
A few weeks ago Laura and I were lucky enough to be invited to a blogger/online media event at Vertuccio’s Pizza on the Park in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Sadly Laura had to miss out due to a holiday party, so McKenna, our “IT†person [...]
By Caryn, on April 23, 2009, 7:50 am
After a 13 hour day, I just wanted to go home and eat anything that was easy to make. Eggs were on the agenda…again…until I noticed a cafe just a few blocks from home. I decided to pop in to survey the menu and prices, and was happy to discover a delicious surprise.
Lamarca [...]
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