89th And Broke We're young professionals residing in Murray Hill and Upper East Side 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.
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By Caryn, on December 20, 2010, 7:30 am
The Sunburnt Cow is an AYCD New York City brunch institution and its sister restaurant, Bondi Road, is supposed to be great too. Earlier this year the Moo Life Group expanded and opened the Sunburnt Calf on the Upper West Side. Apparently they all serve the same food with the same prices and specials, [...]
By Laura, on December 7, 2010, 7:34 am
As a contributor to hyperlocal news site Nearsay, I’m invited to check out different events that are part of the site’s concierge program where they reward contributors. When I saw an opportunity to dine at Nanoosh, a Mediterranean establishment in the East Village, I decided to take advantage of this offer.
I headed over [...]
By Caryn, on November 17, 2010, 7:22 am
Since I’ve been babysitting on the UWS, I’ve become more curious about the all of the famed restaurants on that part of town. But being on a student budget, I usually can’t justify the prices on the menus. However, a little MenuPages research for a cheap burger brought me to Fortago Burger Bar on [...]
By Caryn, on September 22, 2010, 6:02 am
As part of NY Craft Beer Week (Sept. 24 - Oct. 3), bars, restaurants and breweries are holding all kinds of cool promotions and events. One interesting offering is at Mel’s Burger Bar (by the owners of the famous Tao): a $40 pairing menu, including a Stout milkshake.
Using homemade ice cream from Max [...]
By Laura, on December 23, 2009, 2:12 am
Working during the holiday weeks certainly has some advantages. Not only is the workload a little bit lighter, but it’s one of the few times where you can actually take a full hour lunch.
Wondering where to go on the cheap? Check out Havana Central, a Cuban restaurant which has locations in Union Square, [...]
By Caryn, on July 30, 2009, 7:34 am
I’m a big Thai fan and always on the hunt for cheap and delicious Thai food. One of my personal favorites in the city is Spice. Yes, I know some of you are rolling your eyes and I’ve heard the complaints before: small portions, crappy food, etc., etc. But I’m sorry, I [...]
By Laura, on July 6, 2009, 2:15 am
Guest Post by Sarah Coniski, Upper West Side Correspondent
Though there are a lot of good reasons for why New Yorkers choose to be New Yorkers, one that I have heard come up more than once, is the availability of the best bagels in the world.
Word has it that the ability to make [...]
By Laura, on June 30, 2009, 1:51 am
Guest Post by Sarah Coniski, Upper West Side Correspondent
When it comes to baklava, I am spoiled. My great aunt, Florence Stachowicz (don’t let the Polish last name fool you - she is of Greek ancestry), makes the best baklava I’ve ever eaten. It is buttery and rich, sweet and crunchy and perfectly layered. [...]
By Caryn, on June 25, 2009, 10:19 am
Pappardella will be handing out free gelato on Saturday, June 27th from 12-5pm. Grab a scoop of free gelato and take a relaxing stroll through Riverside Park or Central Park - sounds like a nice afternoon to me!
By Laura, on June 23, 2009, 2:50 am
While the Upper West Side seems nice, the trek from the East Side sometimes makes the west look a little less appealing. When I make my way over there, I guess I could always wait for a bus, but I usually toss in the towel way too early and take a cab - ultimately, [...]
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