CB I Hate Perfume
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - North Side

93 Wythe Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Hannah Q. writes: Christopher Brosius is doing to perfume what color does to Van Gogh's paintings.  

I have yet to actually have the blessing of visiting this mecca, though my experience with I Hate Perfume is direct - I ordered a number of CB's signature scents from…

Earwax Records

218 Bedford Avenue
Willamsburg at N5th
Brooklyn, NY 11211

alex e. writes: Why is it that the most hole-in-the-wall,nothing special, record store, on an overly hipsterized stretch of Bedford beats the majority of record stores in other cities around the country?
If I knew why I'd be a rich man, not just a bitter, part time,…

Mini Mini Market

218 Bedford Avenue
Williamsburg
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Jeannie C. writes: There's always something to buy here. You won't like everything, but there's no doubt you'll find that one thing that makes you say "ooooh," then you look at the price tag, then have a moment of internal conflict. Then you pull out your pocketbook…

Baluchi's - Upper West Side
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

283 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10023

Sam P. writes: Yet another one of those "who knew it was a chain?" places.  The folks I took here could not believe that there were about a dozen of these all over the city.  Which I suppose is a testament to it's homey feel.  Nonetheless, it's quality, reliable…

Pongal

110 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10016

Srini V. writes: You might scream injustice at my depriving Pongal of two more stars.  Well, for star-ters, Pongal consistently doles out a balanced combination of delicious south Indian fare matched only by its ersatz and obviously arrogant service.

The idli-vada…

Burritoville
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

264 W 23rd St Frnt
New York, NY 10011

Keiko S. writes: Forget Chipotle.

Burritoville is a perfect place for the health conscious. You can create your burrito in multiple ways - unwrapped or wrapped, spicy or mild, with meat, fish, soy, beans, etc. They have brown rice (a major plus!) and even soy sour…

Citarella Village
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

424 Ave of the Americas
New York, NY 10011

panayota p. writes: i used to get paid to shop in here too. here are my thoughts:

* they have the BEST effing egg salad i've ever had in my life. its actually sick because i just wanna stick my face in the dang container to save time.

* lobster salad from the prepared…

The View Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

1535 Broadway
New York, NY 10036

Takaki K. writes: Service is non-existent, you are treated as a tourist (and i was), the rotating floor makes your vestibular system complain, and the viognier i ordered cost $11 a glass and tasted like rotten apple juice, plus there is a cover charge of $7 after 9pm,…

Friend House
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

105 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10003

Ro N. writes: I would give this place 4 stars but I had to take away one star after they changed the cook or perhaps the recipe of this one favorite dish of mine.

I used to order from this place all the time for their Spicy Tuna and Avocado Salad.  It was so…

Sleep
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - North Side

110 N. 6th Street
Williamsburg
Brooklyn, NY 11211

reddy g. writes: this is one of the most interesting stores have seen in brookyln - its fun and the stuff is fun and sexy -- really love that they have men's boxers now -- men should have their own sexy things as wel....

Banjara
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

97 1st Ave
New York, NY 10003

Natalia M. writes: They say, in Greece, that if you leave the last bite of your food, you'll end up poor. Currently unemployed, I take my Greek sayings seriously.

Thus, I choose my dining destinations wisely. Monstrous whopper or a little White Castle slider? China…

Starbucks
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron, Manhattan/Union Square

41 Union Square West
New York, NY 10003

Joolie T. writes: it's fine.
i've been coming to this location for 3 years now... whenever i'm in Union Square, i opt for the WESTSIIIIIIIIIIIIDE!

*crosses arms and throws up West Coast gang sign*

it's a chain, it's el diablo... but you can't help the fact that…

Cafe Bar
Neighborhood: Queens/Long Island City

3290 36th St
Astoria, NY 11106

Julie K. writes: hmmm... maybe... the address is wrong??
it's on  the corner of 34th ave. and 36th st.  I had to call 2 times to make sure..
very relaxable, and cozy and funky style bar...  good place to hang out and drink w/ friends in my hood.. that's good enough…

Starbucks Coffee
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Murray Hill

585 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10016

Jenny S. writes: Yeah, yeah, yeah. There's a Starbucks on every corner, and they get on a lot of people's nerves. But I'm not one of those people. I like to say that Starbucks coffee is a little taste of heaven. In the summer, I like the frozen drinks, in the winter,…

Blue Tequila Bar & Grill

135 Old Country Rd
Carle Place, NY 11514

Coco C. writes: When I was a wee one, my friends used to come visit me in NY from NJ.  We were too young to go out in the city - and too scared to even try it so we hit up Blue Tequila.  Thank you Blue Tequila for believing in the validity of our cheap fakes.

I…

Atomic Wings
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1140 2nd Avenue
New York, NY 10021

Erik C. writes: If you've read my reviews you've the fact that I like Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches comes up all the time. Atomic wings does it the best, since you can choose how spicy you want it! Plus, they serve killer waffle-fries!

If you decided to order-in, go for…

Bonafides
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

60 2nd Avenue
New York, NY 10003

Tina S. writes: Hmm... I wonder whose "lover" Gabby is talking about here?  Oh wait, I think that she might be referring to me.  That's right, I'm a pimp.

Before her usual late self strolled in, a friend and I enjoyed a very fine meal here indeed.  The Bufalo…

Sur Restaurant
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Gowanus

232 Smith St
Brooklyn, NY 11231

William C. writes: I have been a regular here since last April. Sur can cover all of your moods in one week.

Sundays - It is one of the most beautiful places to relax and have a drink. Super laid back and chill.

Fridays - More of the Urban music scene, without the ghetto…

Fabulous Fanny's
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

335 E 9th St
New York, NY 10003

Sadie S. writes: Fanny's changed my life.  With my first pair of reasonably priced, oversized vintage frames, I found the true Sadie S. - someone who my mother says is willing to submit to "voluntary disfigurement" but to whom hipsters instantly cede a certain…

Atlantic Theatre
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

336 W 20th St
New York, NY 10011

Kristen N. writes: The best thing about this theatre is the "show for a price of a movie."  I saw Spring Awakening for $10 and sat on stage.  This is a great program and gets more people to the theatre.  Keep it up Atlantic!

Supreme Trading

213 N. 8th Street
Williamsburg
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Nancy R. writes: Last year, I spent Memorial Day in Greenpoint/Williamsburg, my accommodations graciously provided by my friend's brother. To give our hosts a break, I dragged my unwilling friend out to Supreme Trading, which was having an event sponsored by IndiePop…

Broadhurst Theatre
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

235 W 44th St
New York, NY 10036

Arlyne B. writes: Attractive, comfortable theatre for average sized people.  Seats are well placed so everyone has a good view.   Good acoustics, great play, fabulous acting!

Go "History Boys"!!!

Winter Garden Theatre
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

1634 Broadway
New York, NY 10019

Natalia M. writes: One word: WOW. I don't know if I loved it so much for the theater itself, or for tonight's wonderful production, Mamma Mia. The theater is definitely beautiful; it has intricately decorated ceilings and balconies, great acoustics and a plethora of…

Park Avenue Country Club

381 Park Ave S
New York, NY 10016

Megan C. writes: There is nothing worse than being in a bar and being the only person cheering for your team! If you want to scream and yell get excited about a game this is a great place to be!!

Seems that all the sport fans at some point pop in here. Every time I…

The Gershwin Theatre
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

222 W 51st Street
New York, NY 10019

Peter M. writes: I have Pee Anxiety.  There I said it.  It's no longer my horrible embarrassing  secret.  For me, peeing at a urinal is about as likely as Yelp offering me stock options because my reviews are so "useful".  

So there I am having to pee mid first act of…

Seh Ja Meh Korea Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Financial District

26 John St
New York, NY 10038

Liiisa C. writes: I had dinner at Seh Ja Meh tonight around 7PM.  Unlike reviewers who had lunch at the establishment, I had no problem getting a table.  In fact, there were only two other parties present during our meal.  The space has four booths for four + several…

Imperial Theatre
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

249 W 45th St
New York, NY 10036

Heath R. writes: C. took me to see August: Osage County here for my birthday last week. It's a wonderful theater. For this production, they built an entire house on stage for the set, and I doubt there's a bad seat in the house. We sat on the mezzanine level and had…

John Golden Theatre
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

252 West 45th Street
New York, NY 10036

Vikram A. writes: I came here to see Avenue Q, so if the theater staff rotate a lot based on the show, keep that in mind.

The staff was a little...off putting, at times. I get that they need to be efficient and all that, but there was a lot of gruffness about some of…

Lyceum Theatre
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

149 W 45th St
New York, NY 10036

Ben C. writes: Classic old theater adorned with detailed ornamentation that seems appropriate rather than tacky.  Orchestra seating is comfortable.  The warm, welcoming atmosphere gives the theater-going experience a boost.  Staff are refreshingly friendly.  Just…

St James Theatre Tickets
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

246 W 44th St Lbby
New York, NY 10036

Sarah K. writes: I saw the Producers here and I had a great time!!! The only problem I encountered was a lack of leg room, and I'm only 5'4"! I think this goes hand in hand with being in an older theater though.  Very fun place to see a show, regardless!

Chat 'n' Chew
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron, Manhattan/Union Square

10 E 16th St
New York, NY 10003

Brian S. writes: I came here to have lunch with a lady friend, not an illicit affair.

That said, this would be a great place for an illicit affair because they sat us all the way in the back of the restaurant where there were no witnesses and we did not have any…

Big Drop
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

425 W Broadway
New York, NY 10012

Brianne C. writes: oh Big Drop how I love thee. I wish my wallet loved you as much because I would definitly own the entire store. I purchase all of my jeans from here, and found the greatest hat there just last week.

The sales rep's attitudes leave something to be…

The Blue Dog Cafe
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Fashion District

101 W. 25th Street
New York City, NY 10079

Sam P. writes: Ok, Ok, I get it.  You're small.  You have lines out the door pretty much all the time, and there are like 5 tables total in the whole place.  But do you really need to put up a huge sign that says NO LAPTOPS in big letters?  That just makes me feel…

Mayrose
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

920 Broadway
New York, NY 10010

Sean S. writes: So I wander through New York in a tee shirt past 9 pm on a surprisingly warm March evening.  Union Square is packed to the gills, Whole Foods is hopping but I want an experience not a quick pop in the mouth with organic treats, per se. I look around…

Johny's Luncheonette
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Fashion District

124 W. 25th Street
New York City, NY 10001

Rob L. writes: I'll quote an article the NYT published a few years ago, and posted on the wall at Johny's:

  "The mother of all father and son hole in the walls"

This breakfast/lunch-time gem is like a sitcom with an excellent cast of characters adding to the…

Morningstar Cafe
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

949 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10022

Marie Y. writes: After a couple of days of bagels & cream cheese, we decided it was time for some "real" breakfast.  So just around the corner from our hotel was where we found it at the Morningstar Cafe.

We had a breakfast of bacon, eggs, pancakes and toast.  Nothing…

Pescatore Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

955 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10022

laurie c. writes: An extra star since we don't have the plethora of Italian seafood joints in Austin. We met old friends, table for 6 and I'd say the service was pretty good--essentially better than most in NYC. Also, ditto on the value, our meal with 3 bottles of…

Mee Noodle Shop & Grill Inc
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

219 1st Ave
New York, NY 10003

Amelia S. writes: True, it was better than average Chinese food. Yes, it was cheap. No, it no longer exists. The building partially collapsed. It's for sale if you're looking for a fixer upper.

Reel Life

209 Bedford Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Brook Lynn B. writes: I wish I lived closer to Reel Life.  Their selection is fantastic and, like other reviewers, I've had pretty entertaining movie chats about A Fish Called Wanda, etc. The customers are usually just as cool despite the trendy-ass hipster location.  I…