Tuesday, October 29, 2013

NYC Coffee Shop, Bar, and Restaurant (CBR) of the Week


Atmosehere: Worn, cozy, and adorable. Has an international feel, a communal table, and it always smells fantastic. Music ranges from Arabic to classical to nothing.
Offerings: Bathroom, seating, lunch food, wine and beer, coffee, pastries, wifi.
Perks: Charming, friendly staff, sit and stay.
Downsides: Sometimes really hot, average prices (a la NYC), wifi signal weak.
Favorite: Atmosphere- cozy, the baristas pour my coffee before I’ve ordered, and I can sit for as long as I like.
Pricing (Penny Saver, Average Joe, New York City Slicker, Indulger, Money Flinger): New York City Slicker- these prices are pretty average- you’re looking at about $3 for a large coffee and $5 plus tax for a mocha or fancy drink.

Atmosphere: Grimy, entertainment oriented, gay.
Offerings: Bathroom, full bar, karaoke (Wednesday and Sunday), drag show (nightly), friendship (always), some food.
Perks: Amazing staff, amazing clientele. Open to everyone, entertainment, cheap drinks.
Downsides: Can be loud, sometimes crude.
Favorite: The PEOPLE.
Pricing (Penny Saver, Average Joe, New York City Slicker, Indulger, Money Flinger): Penny Saver- cocktails cost about $6, happy hour until 10 with $5 drinks. $1 shots.

Restaurant: Meme Mediterranean
Atmosphere: Intimate, charming, great window seat. Small bar.
Available: Bathroom, full bar, great wine, great food.
Perks: Friendly staff, great wine, fantastic food. Not one thing on the menu is bad. The hummus, scallops, and mezze are all outrageous.
Downsides: Not very large, but they are usually accommodating. On the pricey side.
Favorite: Hummus. Gooey with a glob of tahini in the middle, four delicious falafel balls, and warm pita.
Pricing (Penny Saver, Average Joe, New York City Slicker, Indulger, Money Flinger): New York City Slicker/Indulger- these prices are pretty NYC standard, but the quality is not normal, it’s above par. Count on an entrée costing $15-$30, a glass of wine $9-12, and mezze $8-16.


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