City Pie
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

166 W 72nd St Ph
New York, NY 10023

Eric W. writes: City Pie doesn't look fancy, and it isn't - it's just an incredibly consistent, tasty slice in a neighborhood not overflowing with terrific pizza.

I live in the neighborhood, and when we moved here we tried a number of different local pizza joints.…

Deluxe on Broadway
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Morningside Heights

2896 Broadway
New York, NY 10025

Tina R. writes: Why everyone gotta be hatin' on Deluxe???

This is one of the best, if not the best, reasonably-priced place to eat within a 3-block radius of Columbia, as far as I'm concerned (and I have a friend or two who agree with me). The outdoor seating is…

Carl Schurz Park
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

E. End Avenue and 86th Street
New York, NY 10028

Coo B. writes: I never thought I would wear my bikini anywhere but the beach. No way. But... I was craving sunshine this past weekend, couldn't get to the beach, figured what the fuck, and put my blanket on the grass with a ton of other people in their swimmies.…

Viactiv

New York, NY 10079

Nina C. writes: Okay, so the doc thinks I may have carpal tunnel or brittle bones or somethin', and I am prescribed to take two Viactiv's a day.  But, I was gonna eat these even if she didn't ask me to!  The caramel ones are pretty damn good for something that's…

Don Giovanni Ristorante
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

358 West 44th Street
New York, NY 10036

Ed U. writes: When the moon hits your eye
Like a big-a pizza pie
That's amore...
...But when it's a big piece-a chicken with a whole lotta garlic, then it's probably this place. Ting-a-ling-a-ling, ting-a-ling-a-ling. OK, that's Dean Martin singing, not me.

Here's a…

Ryan's Irish Pub

151 2nd Ave Frnt
New York, NY 10003

Maria W. writes: Chill spot with big honking tables and the quintessential Irish menu.  Stop in for a brewsky anytime and especially on St. Pat's.  Guiness on tap!! Good for groups,  they serve a better than average corn beef and cabbage and the portion size is…

Okinawa Japanese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

496 Laguardia Pl
New York, NY 10012

Zachary C. writes: I got take out from here when I was at my friends' apartment in Soho.

It was fine.  The sushi was perfectly decent and the price wasn't too high.  I wasn't really thrilled with any of the three rolls that I had (spicy tuna, tempura roll, and eel).  My…

Five Points Fitness
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

444 Broadway
New York, NY 10013

Noah N. writes: yes-yes.

as a lifetime martial arts dude, I will tell you with confidence that this is a quality operation.

I work in the area so the 'neighborhood' rate is $50 lower than their usual $150 / mo, and the ever-expanding open schedule of muay thai, kali,…

Petrossian Boutique & Cafe
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

911 7th Ave
New York, NY 10019

Atif I. writes: Now that I am done with the cupcake reviews, I thought I'd talk about cookies. (List to follow by next week!)

Before we move on to the three meal equivalent chocolate chip cookie served at a certain upper west side bakery, let's talk about Midtown…

Ye Olde Carlton Arms Hotel

160 E 25th St
New York, NY 10010

Haley M. writes: Nestled between the banal grayness of east 25th street there is a red door painted with gold olde English lettering, beckoning the weary, broke traveler to his/ her temporary home.  From the outside, you would expect a dumpy, mildew-ridden hostel,…

Cleopatra's Needle
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

2485 Broadway
New York, NY 10025

julia s. j. writes: LOVE this place.
classy patrons, classy atmosphere.
just buy one $10 glass of wine, and enjoy the rest of the set =]

Clay
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

25 W 14th St
New York, NY 10011

Charles H. writes: After a few years of commuting to Chelsea Piers for their indoor track and pool, I finally accepted a couple basic truths about the gym:

1. If I can't get there in less than 10 minutes or I need to take a taxi/train/bus - I won't go very often.  

2. I…

I Tre Merli Bistro
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

183 W 10th St
New York, NY 10014

Jason S. writes: A splendid cafe that should not be missed on a cool sunny day!  We snagged the corner table surrounded by the windows of this quaint Italian cafe.  Our cute (I think French) waitress added to the ambiance of this place making us all feel like we were…

Bel Amore

1281 Main Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011

Michele W. writes: Bel Amore rocks. They do local delivery "only," but will make exceptions if you ask nicely enough. Pretty good Italian food--great for the price--and the absolute best chicken francaise I've ever had.

Today, I called to order the chicken dish, pizza,…

NIckel Spa for Men
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

77 8th Ave
New York, NY 10014

Hicham Y. writes: I come to know about Nickel from Paris. the nickel spa in Paris in the trendy area of "le Marais" is very upscale. I go to the one in NYC often for my haircut, and massages and Mani/padi and such. it is decent but not as great as the one in Paris.…

Gourmet Garage East
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

301 E 64th St
New York, NY 10021

Atif I. writes: Of all the grocery joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine!

I remember all the details: ..... The fundamental things apply. As time goes by...

In my previous relationship,  http://www.yelp.com/bi... , I had counted all the days.…

Alfredo of Rome of NY
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

4 W. 49th Street
New York, NY 10020

Diane G. writes: I only really came to this place for drinks and appetizers with the work crew. All I can say is BEST PEAR AND GORGONZOLA PIZZA EVER!!! It's so good I've eaten myself sick on it..... If you go with a bigger group sometimes with service seems a bit sub…

Patsy's Pizza
Neighborhood: New Jersey/Hoboken

133 Clinton St
Hoboken, NJ 07030

todd s. writes: Great pizza. Coal oven. Fresh mozzarela.

Cassie's Pizzeria

203 Rte 303
Orangeburg, NY 10962

Janine W. writes: Pleasantly surprised about Cassies, as the exterior could be a diner or an old Chinese restaurant. You can order family style or single portions.  Be aware that the family portions are huge.  I started with their chopped salad which was excellent.…

Shepherd & the Knucklehead

529 Belmont Avenue
Haledon, NJ 07508

todd s. writes: This is a tiny bar, with lots of great beer. They don't waste any taps on bud or the like.  Everything is good.

Daffys Inc
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

115 5th Ave
New York, NY 10003

ro b. writes: Nooooooooo!!!! They lost their lease and the store has closed!!!! Good clothing, lingerie, shoes, gift-ware and plenty of choices and great, great prices. All gone. Of course there are othe Daffy stores, but this was *the* one! If you're a shopper of…

Cafe Glechik
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Brighton Beach

3159 Coney Island Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11235

David L. writes: Tonight I was really craving this place/food, so I called a few friends -- one "no" and one "yes" and three straight-to-voicemails. While eating dinner I recieved two voicemails (which I listened to, of course, later) cussing me out "DAMN IT, David,…

Subway Inn
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

143 E 60th St
New York, NY 10022

Brock T. writes: Come here for the cheap drinks, or to admire the charming graffiti on the plywood above the urinals (such as the swastika with "you wrote that because you want to fuck a Jew" next to it.)  But hey, what's a dive without a simmering race riot?

Whether…

Gagosian Gallery
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

555 W 24th St
New York, NY 10011

Alyssa S. writes: There were at least 3 guards hanging around here, which, for some reason, always makes me uncomfortable. Now I have proper gallery etiquette, but when I have guards staring me down with that "You better not touch" look, impulsive thoughts to just run…

Golf Club at Chelsea Piers
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

59 Chelsea Piers
New York, NY 10011

Jen D. writes: Balls.
Lots and lots of balls.
Me likes balls.
Lots and lots of balls.

But holy tea(baggin') time Batman. Deez balls are expensive!

But this is the only driving range in Manhattan. It's not that easy to get to by subway. Bus would be easier. But if…

Chinese Mirch

120 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10016

Sav B. writes: I'm truly bi-coastal now, and life requires some changes... and that will include some review writing. 8-9 months in NY and the balance in SF; I have to find a good selection of NY restaurants and recommend them to my SF homies.

Chinese Mirch is my…

roam
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

488 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10024

sara z. writes: roam is one of those shops you wish there were more of.  good selection of cards, jewelry, knick knacks, dishes, baby gifts...sounds like a weird selection but somehow it's perfect.  plus the salespeople leave you alone but aren't snobby.  perfect…

Lion's Head Tavern
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Manhattan Valley

995 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10025

Sienna K. writes: The Lion's Head is the local watering hole. On any given day, you'll find a straggle of the larger Columbiaville population escaping from the realities and hardships of life by drinking and shouting at random things/people/abstract concepts.

Not by…

Mamlouk Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

211 E 4th St Frnt
New York, NY 10009

Darbi W. writes: Mamlouk came up in conversation today and I was reminded of how much I enjoy this restaurant, which I had kind of forgotten about.  As other Yelpers have mentioned, it is strictly a prix-fixe.  Totally reasonable at about $40.   As I remember it, it…

Sezz Medi
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Morningside Heights

1260 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10027

Steve M. writes: This is some pretty great pizza for an area that seems to be just recently upping the ante for what makes a decent restaurant around this 'hood.

Their pizzas are pretty tasty and the texture of the pizzas is not bad either. Sezz Medi also has a nice…

Bischoff's Candies

468 Cedar Ln
Teaneck, NJ 07666

Jeffrey L. writes: My family used to drive 25 minutes to come here for ice cream as a kid!
This place is a must, a landmark in the area.

Hotel Plaza Athenee
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

37 E 64th St
New York, NY 10021

PJ G. writes: Oh my, you make a woman's heart sing. And we're talking high notes too!

Hotel Plaza Athenee is a jewel to be cherished and fawned over. It simply has the most intimate, seductive yet comfortable hotel lobby in Manhattan.

The concierge, with his…

Giorgione 508
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

508 Greenwich St
New York, NY 10013

Aaron K. writes: Dining at Giorgione 508 can be reminiscent of a holiday meal at your crazy aunt's house - the food is delicious, but your ability to enjoy it is compromised by your aunt's bizarre and intrusive neuroses.  My culinary companion and I have tried…

Beads of Paradise
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron, Manhattan/Union Square

16 E 17th St
New York, NY 10003

Lauren S. writes: We were wandering around on a leisure shopping trip one evening and stumbled into Beads of Paradise. I was immediately transported back to the marketplace in India and I forgot for a few fleeting moments that I live in this crazy New York town.…

Brooklyn Children's Museum
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Crown Heights

145 Brooklyn Avenue
at Brower Park
Brooklyn, NY 11213

Tamara W. writes: I had the pleasure of discovering BCM when a friend of mine starting working there as an educator. It's amazing.

Equinox Fitness Club
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

2465 Broadway
New York, NY 10025

Nancy H. writes: I just joined this gym going every day for a week on a guest pass.  I, like many yelpers, I'd imagine, balked at the price (discussed below).  I had been going to a gym that cost only $20 a month.  But I have to say, you get what you pay for.  Basic…

Casa Restaurant
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

72 Bedford St
New York, NY 10014

Srini V. writes: "Another restaurant named Casa?!  Nah!"

That was me on a Saturday evening as my friends were on the phone at the other end, plotting dinner plans as only they can.  Five minutes later, I was getting ready to leave my little pad for Casa--my friends…

Tani
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

131 W 72nd St
New York, NY 10023

Tamara M. writes: This store is fabulous all around.

Delicious shoes (Yes. Delicious.). Tani is dangerous, there is no way I can walk out of there empty-handed. I dare you to go and not fall head over heels in love.

Try it. Seriously. If you're like me, you will fail…

Magnet Theater
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Fashion District

254 W 29th St
New York City, NY 10001

Allison G. writes: I have been to Magnet many-a-time because some of my friends study and perform improv comedy there. It's convenient to get to (steps away from Penn Station), the shows are affordable (every one I've ever attended is $5), the small blackbox-style…