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56 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 636-4385

Alchemy  

Categories: Pubs, American (Traditional)
Neighborhood: Park Slope

4.0 star rating
1/10/2010
Alchemy is right around the corner from our apartment and we visit often, both for brunch and dinner.

The food is good, and the atmosphere is great. Their bloody mary is my favorite in the area. It's served in a pint glass and has plenty of flavor.

There are 4 or 5 booths in the front and a few large tables in the back. When it's busy you may be seated at one of the large tables with other parties. Although I prefer the booths, the tables aren't bad... I much prefer them to a bunch of smaller tables placed an inch apart. They also have a decent amount of seating on the patio out back, but I don't think I've ever eaten out there. Something to look forward to this spring!

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132 East 45th Street
New York, NY 10017
(212) 986-3100

New York Health & Racquet Club  

Categories: Gyms, Swimming Pools, Trainers
Neighborhood: Midtown East

4.0 star rating
1/5/2009
This review is for the 45th Street location. I have been going here for about 6 months, and I really like it. I find that it's a comfortable place to workout, not super chic and pretentious like some NYC gyms come off. It has been recently remodeled, so the interior and most of the equipment is modern.

There are three floors - a basement with the pool, steam room, showers, etc.; the second (and main) floor with the locker rooms and a few machines; and the third floor with the weight room, cardio machines, and a large room for classes.

The staff is friendly enough and has never tried to push anything on me. Once when I was leaving, they asked if I'd like a free personal training session. I said no, and that was that. There are always signs around about various special offers, but there has never been any pressure to take advantage of them.

It's a small space and they don't have a ton of equipment, but it's never crowded so that's never been a problem. I usually go in the morning before work, and sometimes on the weekends, and on average I would say 90% of the equipment is available.

One final thing - they offer a locker and laundry service that I really like. It means I don't have to lug gym clothes, shoes, etc. back and forth, which is a huge convenience. It costs extra, but it's worth it in my opinion.

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589 5th Ave
New York, NY 10017
(212) 752-8989

Ink For Hair  

Category: Hair Salons
Neighborhood: Midtown East

4.0 star rating
12/28/2008
I've been going here for about 6 months to get my hair cut by Arnold. He does a great job and the prices are fair... especially given the 5th Avenue location.

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170 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 783-6465

Arecibo Car Service  

Category: Taxis
Neighborhood: Park Slope

5.0 star rating
12/28/2008 1 photo
I regularly use Arecibo for local runs, as well as trips into Manhattan and to the airports. The cars are nice, the drivers are friendly and the prices are fair... I've never had any problems. Highly recommended if you need a car in Park Slope.

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181 7th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(718) 965-4020

Pino's La Forchetta  

Categories: Italian, Pizza
Neighborhood: Park Slope

4.0 star rating
12/28/2008
This is our regular delivery place. Delivery is quick and pizza is consistently good.

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252 7th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(718) 768-6107

La Bagel Delight  

Category: Bagels
Neighborhood: Park Slope

5.0 star rating
12/26/2008 1 photo
As far as New York bagels go it always seems to come down to big and doughy vs. small and crunchy. If you prefer the former (like I do) then La Bagel Delight is for you. I've tried a few bagels around the city and La Bagel Delight is my favorite (with the possible exception of H&H on the UWS). If you like the small crunchies, check out another Park Slope favorite - the Bagel Hole.

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191 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 230-7600

Bierkraft  

Category: Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighborhood: Park Slope

5.0 star rating
12/26/2008
I always enjoy this place and visit often for growler refills. In addition to a huge selection of specialty beers, they also have a nice variety of cheese, crackers, etc. This is my favorite store in Park Slope, and quite possibly all of NYC.

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287 5th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(718) 788-2880

Jpan  

Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese
Neighborhood: Park Slope

5.0 star rating
6/4/2008 1 photo
I have been here twice and it's just great - Excellent sushi and friendly staff at a good price. I plan to go back again and again.

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Brooklyn, NY 11215
(888) 297-9274

Laundry.bz  

Category: Dry Cleaning & Laundry
Neighborhood: Park Slope

5.0 star rating
5/29/2008
I recently moved to Park Slope and have used laundry.bz 3 times.  I completely agree with the other reviewers - the service is great despite the somewhat shady name and awkward website. Highly recommended!

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