Where can I get a cheap (women's) haircut in Midtown, NYC? I'm at 52nd and Madison. The faster, the cheaper, the better. [more inside]
posted on Jul 21, 2008 - 4 answers
Fairway, D'Ag, Westside Market, Garden of Eden. What's the diff? Tell me all about Upper West Side grocery stores. [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2008 - 10 answers
Looking for a good place to dance (with no cover) in NYC. [more inside]
posted on Jul 4, 2008 - 5 answers
Where is a cheap place to buy cases of beer in Manhattan? Not looking for anything special, miller, bud etc. [more inside]
posted on Jul 2, 2008 - 7 answers
There are hidden and secret bars in NYC (Manhattan) and there are really secret. Some need phone numbers. I need your help. [more inside]
posted on Jun 29, 2008 - 14 answers
Help me escape the clutches of my Russian dentist -- who do you recommend as a general dentist in midtown Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Jun 12, 2008 - 7 answers
Where's a decent -- and most importantly, inexpensive -- venue for 50 exchange teachers for a four-day orientation in the NYC Metro area? [more inside]
posted on Jun 6, 2008 - 2 answers
Moving to New York City. Give me some advice you wish you had been given! [more inside]
posted on Jun 6, 2008 - 30 answers
NYCFilter: What are some good venues (600-1000 seated theater style) in Manhattan and Brooklyn? [more inside]
posted on May 21, 2008 - 6 answers 
What was this giant, crazy statue I saw in New York City? It was near Columbia University in 1999. [more inside]
posted on May 15, 2008 - 5 answers
I'm looking for a recording studio in Manhattan or Brooklyn that can record Drums, Standup Bass, and Ukulele (at the same time, not overdubbed), in Logic Studio. I'd then like to have the Logic Project files given to me, so I can work on the rest of the arrangement in my bedroom. [more inside]
posted on May 7, 2008 - 9 answers
What to wear in NYC: how can a girl be stylish, comfortable and be climate-appropriate for Manhattan in the month of May? Or, trying hard to look good without looking like I'm trying too hard. [more inside]
posted on May 4, 2008 - 10 answers
My broker is trying to charge another fee to put someone new on the lease for the NYC apt. we've been living in for 3 years. Is this legal? Do I have any recourse? [more inside]
posted on Apr 21, 2008 - 4 answers
After a complete transformation, I need to practice flirting, in New York. [more inside]
posted on Mar 9, 2008 - 22 answers
Please suggest fun date outings in Manhattan for a transplant and a New York City native. [more inside]
posted on Feb 29, 2008 - 2 answers
I'm trying to book dinner reservations on Valentine's Day in Manhattan, as the really nice places are filling up fast. Suggestions for romantic (lacto-)vegetarian-friendly places on the UES? Budget of ~$100 per person, pre-tip.
A restaurant with lots of mixed drink and cocktail options would be preferable. [more inside]
posted on Jan 21, 2008 - 3 answers
Where to buy blooming tea bags in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Dec 20, 2007 - 9 answers
Looking for resources / advice on finding a Manhattan apartment for 3-6 months (Feb-July 2008). [more inside]
posted on Nov 13, 2007 - 5 answers
Can anyone recommend a good hookah bar in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Nov 2, 2007 - 7 answers
Where can adults and kids hang out together in New York?
We're visiting New York, where we used to live, for a weekend. We want to arrange an informal gathering so we can see all our friends. Last time we did this, we held it at Bar Veloce in Chelsea, which was perfect. But that was before we, and many of our friends, had small children. What's a pleasant place to meet in Manhattan where 25 or so adults, many accompanied by babies and toddlers, can hang out for a Sunday evening, talk, get drinks and something to eat, and not worry that our kids are going to destroy something? [more inside]
posted on Sep 26, 2007 - 5 answers
How can a freelancer with a decent but sporadic income convince someone in NYC to rent to him and not just point and laugh? [more inside]
posted on Sep 16, 2007 - 11 answers
Where can I find the best tapas, in Manhattan, on a Monday? [more inside]
posted on Sep 9, 2007 - 8 answers
GiftFilter: Where can I buy The Clapper in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Aug 30, 2007 - 6 answers
How do I get across Staten Island? [more inside]
posted on Aug 14, 2007 - 5 answers
Can anyone direct me to a storefront in NYC where I can find a simple hardware PAL -> NTSC video converter (RF inputs)? [more inside]
posted on Aug 10, 2007 - 13 answers
City boy gets a car: what are some spur-of-the-moment outdoorsy-type things to do within two hours drive of Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2007 - 11 answers
My friends need a marriage counselor in Manhattan. Preferably today. [more inside]
posted on Jul 2, 2007 - 9 answers
Is there an easy-to-use site that lists all movies, theatres and showtimes in NYC. Please, God, PLEASE don't say citysearch! [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2007 - 14 answers
How much does it suck to live in Manhattan on a public school teacher's salary? Can you make me a budget? [more inside]
posted on May 26, 2007 - 22 answers
Each of the past two springs (May? June?), my girlfriend has stumbled across a flea market / street fair in Manhattan on Perry St. near Bleeker. It doesn't seem to be there every week (at least the times we've walked by), and we can't find any reference to it anywhere online. Any fellow NYC vintage-shopping folks know what she's thinking of, and when/if it might reappear?
posted on May 8, 2007 - 3 answers
NYC broker recommendations and resources [more inside]
posted on Apr 23, 2007 - 10 answers
Need recommendations for good locations to get wedding rings in New York City. [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2007 - 13 answers
My German cousin is arriving on a flight into JFK on the evening of Tuesday April 10th. I will be unable to pick him up, and he's happy to take transit to where I am in Central Jersey (where I CAN pick him up). Help me get him from JFK to Central Jersey (and help me know the subtleties of the transit options) ... [more inside]
posted on Mar 29, 2007 - 18 answers
IsManhattanReallyThatExpensive? Filter: My girlfriend is going on exchange to Fordham Law School next fall. She is thinking of living in residence because of the convenience, but is somewhat stunned by the $6000 they want to charge her for 4 months (food not included). Is this reasonable? If it's not, where should she live? [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2007 - 41 answers
In Midtown Manhattan, can you recommend a nearby and decent: 1) Indian restaurant; 2) Jewish or Italian deli; and 3) a place to get a good egg cream? [more inside]
posted on Feb 14, 2007 - 36 answers
I’d like to go dancing in Manhattan this Saturday night. The question is, where? [more inside]
posted on Jan 12, 2007 - 11 answers
Somewhere in SoHo there is a women's clothing boutique with columns in the front wrapped in gold foil. Where is it? [more inside]
posted on Dec 26, 2006 - 3 answers
I'll be in New York, staying in a subletted West Village apartment, from Dec. 27 to Jan 6. Although I have plenty of friends who I can hang out at night, most will be working during the day.
I'm looking for either some possibilities to keep busy during the day... these include finding other travelers to go to some more obscure sights, short term volunteering, info about watching taped shows, etc. If anyone has suggestions, or places I can look for activities, events, people, that'd be great. I just don't want to waste my time there. Thanks!
posted on Dec 20, 2006 - 9 answers
My family and I will be in New York city for the holidays. My mission: to find great restaurants for Christmas and New Year's Eve dinners. [more inside]
posted on Dec 14, 2006 - 6 answers
I need help obtaining a specific NYC souvenir for Christmas. I can't find an online retailer that is willing to ship this item to Canada, and both of my AmeriFriends are already here for the holidays! [more inside]
posted on Dec 8, 2006 - 13 answers
Help me get some linguica sausage in New York City tomorrow afternoon. I want to make some Portuguese Bean Soup for a guest from Hawaii! [more inside]
posted on Nov 8, 2006 - 8 answers
Where can I leave my luggage for a day in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Oct 6, 2006 - 9 answers
I'm traveling to New York City in September. Is is possible to find a hotel that is clean, quiet, and safe without spending a fortune? [more inside]
posted on Aug 15, 2006 - 22 answers
Where can I rent a room and a drum set by the hour in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Jul 13, 2006 - 3 answers
FriendFindingFilter: Want to make some new friends this summer while living in Manhattan/Brooklyn...suggestions on venues, methods, etc? [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2006 - 9 answers
How to avoid paying an insane broker's fee when renting a Manhattan apartment? [more inside]
posted on Jul 8, 2006 - 14 answers
Help me find a travel medicine clinic in Manhattan. [more inside]
posted on Jun 6, 2006 - 5 answers
Who should I call for an office burglar alarm system in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on May 2, 2006 - 2 answers
I'd like to bike around the Manhattan waterfront, starting and ending at the GWB, using the official greenway path (pdf). My question is about those sections in red and blue: will I be biking through traffic? Having never ridden a bike through NYC traffic, am I putting myself in danger? How long would the entire thing take? Related question: has anyone ridden a bike across the GWB recently? It's legal, though they make it sound like it's teeming with pedestrian.
posted on Apr 30, 2006 - 8 answers
I've been living in my apartment since December, and I still haven't received an electric bill from ConEd. It was made clear that we had to sign up to receive power and we did that -- my wife called in, gave them her social security number, address, etc. Still, no bill. The meter man comes by every month and checks the meter. Still, no bill. [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2006 - 28 answers
I have a challenge for any New York webcam enthusiasts: find me an outdoor webcam (traffic, weather, corporate, whatever) as close as possible to W Broadway and Franklin, Manhattan. You get bonus Really-Appreciate-Its if you can find a webcam with the Franklin Street 1,2,3 subway entrance in its line of sight. [more inside]
posted on Mar 7, 2006 - 3 answers
I'm relocating to NYC from Tokyo next month and am looking for some advice on prospective neighborhoods [more inside]
posted on Mar 1, 2006 - 14 answers
As long as I'm in town, I'd like to go to a well-known pickle place on Manhattan this Sunday. I'd prefer Guss' Pickles, but I'm having a really hard time finding official-looking (or even recent) information on it. It seems that The Pickle Guys are in their old Essex St location. Is Guss' on Orchard St still? Are the hours in this review still accurate? Should I go somewhere else altogether?
posted on Nov 17, 2005 - 8 answers
Where can I find a 3D scale model of Manhattan? [more inside]
posted on Oct 19, 2005 - 9 answers
A couple in a celebratory mood has 55 hours in Manhattan. Where do they go to experience the best of the best cuisine? [more inside]
posted on Oct 18, 2005 - 37 answers
A good independent computer shop in NYC? [more inside]
posted on Aug 10, 2005 - 12 answers
Does cable/satellite availability vary from building to building in New York City? [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2005 - 9 answers
NYCFilter: 24yo guy moving to Manhattan for the first time and I'm basically going to have 10 days to kill before work starts. For locals: What is the coolest thing I can do during the day? I've already researched all the traditional (museums, restaurants, shops) places, I was hoping for the unusual places that will make me feel like a new yorker or just enlighten me. [more inside]
posted on May 23, 2005 - 38 answers
I'm moving to Manhattan's East Village from Brooklyn (Prospect Heights) in a few weeks, and I'm wondering how I should go about hiring a "man with a van." Also: Speakers! [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2005 - 11 answers
What neighborhood should I move to in NYC? [more inside]
posted on Apr 11, 2005 - 23 answers
Where do we get a keg of good beer in Manhattan? My friend is having a party and the best keg they have found is Yuengling, which is good, but we want better. Like Unibroue, Ramstein (local to the area and quite good), something really good like that. The boroughs are unfortunately out as apparently this keg is getting to the party in a taxi. The party is on 13th street, so the closer to there the better.
posted on Feb 15, 2005 - 10 answers
NYC Travel Filter (Thanks in advance from a confused Californian and NYC newbie) [+]
posted on Feb 7, 2005 - 14 answers
Where I can I find a good all-purpose craft store in Manhattan or Brooklyn? Seems like there would be an abundance, but I can't find anything. I'm thinking something like AC Moore, but their closest location is Jersey.
Help!
posted on Jan 16, 2005 - 10 answers
Does anyone know of a website that rates realtors in Manhattan?
posted on Jan 2, 2005 - 0 answers
NYCaptFilter: I'm moving to NYC (yay!) and sorry, but I'm going to drive you all nuts with questions for the next few weeks. #1: Best way to find an apartment? I know the city, but would like tips on finding a good place. Broker? Classified listings? Pitfalls to avoid? How do I find something rent stabilized? Any opinion about rentdirect.com? I promise to host a meetup when I get settled.
posted on Dec 10, 2004 - 37 answers
Looking for ideas for a day-trip to NYC (more inside)
posted on Nov 16, 2004 - 8 answers
A friend's off to NYC this weekend (Fri-Tues). I said I'd ask if anyone knows of anything that's going on that's specific for this weekend. She lived in the city before so knows the regular stuff but if there's anything someone in NY should definitely check out this weekend, please let me know. She's staying in Harlem but is eager to trek.
posted on Oct 6, 2004 - 4 answers
Does anyone know of a community garden/produce organization in Manhattan? Someone once mentioned to me that there are groups that run community gardens and deliver fresh produce weekly or monthly for a flat rate. Any ideas?
posted on Sep 21, 2004 - 3 answers
Anyone have a favorite hotel in Manhattan? Myself and a few mates are all meeting up in NYC for a getaway weekend and are looking for a cool place to stay, somewhere in the $150 - $300 / night range. We are all in our late 20's / early 30's, like to shop, party, eat, and chat up classy single women. Any places that might fit that bill?
posted on Jun 30, 2004 - 10 answers
GourmetFilter: Where in Manhattan might one purchase ostrich eggs?
I need them for Halloween an omlette recipe.
posted on Jun 26, 2004 - 8 answers
In the first half of The French Connection, Gene Hackman's character wakes up after being face-down on a bar (the barman is starting to mop up, very early in the AM it looks like), picks up his hat and walks out of the bar. The bar is underneath what looks like the Brooklyn Bridge. Is/was this a real place? Can anyone ID the intersection? (This is right before he starts following the pink-wearing bicyclist girl & ends up handcuffed to his bed by her - the next scene has Roy Scheider visiting Hackman in his tenement apartment and unlocking the cuffs.)
posted on May 19, 2004 - 9 answers
Are there any tricks for navigating downtown Manhattan? Whenever I get off the subway at Canal or whatever, I'm utterly lost without numbered streets.
posted on May 7, 2004 - 4 answers
I am a little uncertain if this question fits the new mold of AskMeFi, but if it works, I'll toss $100 into the site hat in gratitude.... We are expecting our first child in June, and live in NYC. We want to start or join a Manhattan playgroup, but think a mefi-community playgroup would be about the coolest thing ever. So, my question to AskMeFI is: Are there any MeFi-ites in NYC with a baby due in '04 who'd like to start a playgroup with us?
posted on Dec 9, 2003 - 4 answers
