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Scott J is conveniently located on Broadway near Columbia University, right next to Starbucks (upstairs). It pretty much has the monopoly on Columbia students, as there aren't many similar salons...
Scott J is conveniently located on Broadway near Columbia University, right next to Starbucks (upstairs). It pretty much has the monopoly on Columbia students, as there aren't many similar salons nearby. As a matter of convenience, I started going to Scott J when we moved to the neighborhood. Convenience is probably the only thing that has caused me to go back. It's a so-so salon with average stylists. Every stylist has an assistant who washes the hair, etc. (read: more than one person to tip). I've never had a bad haircut / color there, but I've not had a fabulous one either. The atmosphere is not very spa-like. It's pretty run-of-the-mill in terms of design. The prices, however, are more in line with a spa. A women's haircut is no less than $50 (there is a 10% student discount), and highlights will run you somewhere in the neighborhood of $150 or more). They do fantastic blowdrys, and offer free makeup "touch-up" when you get a cut, color, etc. If you aren't looking for perfect hair, then this place is adequate. However, I'd expect a little bit more out of a NYC salon.
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We went to Erminia for a pre-theatre dinner on a Saturday night and it was fantastic. The staff was pleasant on the phone when reservations were made. The dress is pretty formal - I believe that...
We went to Erminia for a pre-theatre dinner on a Saturday night and it was fantastic. The staff was pleasant on the phone when reservations were made. The dress is pretty formal - I believe that men are required to wear jackets, although I saw several people who were not. The restaurant is small and cozy, and very romantic with dim lighting and a warm decor. It very much resembles restaurants in Europe. The service was impeccable. The wine list was impressive, though not cheap. We had a house merlot which was adequate and reasonably priced. The menu was impressive and the food even better. The meal cost us just over $100 with wine & 2 desserts. It was well worth it in my opinion. I wish that they would enforce the dress code a little bit more - it's nice to get dressed up & go out every now & then to a place where people are doing the same. Highly recommend this restaurant.
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This local Columbia U. haunt is a good place to get your pub grub on. The menu is extensive, cheap, and filled with all of your guilty pleasures (think burgers, wings, fries). There is plenty of...
This local Columbia U. haunt is a good place to get your pub grub on. The menu is extensive, cheap, and filled with all of your guilty pleasures (think burgers, wings, fries). There is plenty of seating (to include outdoor & bar), and the atmosphere is okay. Waitstaff is typically spot on and as friendly as a college student making $2 an hour usually is.
For parents, the restaurant will begrudgingly let you bring your stroller to the table, but not without giving you the stink eye first.
Good specials ($5 cheeseburger, fries & drink on occassion) and good prices. Casual atmosphere.
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What can you say about this no frills pizza joint located near Columbia University? The jumbo slice, which is about as long as your arm, is a great value at $2.75 / slice. One of these will fill...
What can you say about this no frills pizza joint located near Columbia University? The jumbo slice, which is about as long as your arm, is a great value at $2.75 / slice. One of these will fill you up for the day. The lines move fast, the pizza is always hot & good, you can't go wrong here. No delivery and limited menu, but somehow it works. There is limited seating, but these monster-sized slices can easily be packaged for take out. Don't miss.
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Tao
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Restaurants
42 E 58th St
New York, New York 10022
(212) 888-2288
This is a must-eat for anyone visiting or living in New York. We read some unfavorable reviews but were pleasantly surprised. We made reservations and were seated immediately despite our early...
This is a must-eat for anyone visiting or living in New York. We read some unfavorable reviews but were pleasantly surprised. We made reservations and were seated immediately despite our early arrival. The bar area was dark and full of young, hip-looking people. The interior of the restaurant is beyond words. The enormous Buddah is worth the trip alone. Bring your camera and sneak a few photos of this place.
The food was surprisingly good. There were plenty of choices ranging from sushi to steak. Everything from our appetizers to our desserts were great. I recommend the wasabi crusted steak as an entree. The service was very attentive yet not overbearing. Top-notch. It's not an inexpensive meal, but at $100 for 2 of us with wine & dessert, I didn't find it to be overpriced either. Take a date, or stop for drinks at the bar after work. Highly recommend a trip to this restaurant.
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We like the Amsterdam. The interior of the restaurant is fabulously done. With it's exposed brick walls, multiple flat panel televisions, and downstairs bar, it definitely plays the part of a NYC...
We like the Amsterdam. The interior of the restaurant is fabulously done. With it's exposed brick walls, multiple flat panel televisions, and downstairs bar, it definitely plays the part of a NYC restaurant very well. The food is good, not fabulous, but it's good. The waitstaff is good as well. Reservations are usually not necessary, and I've never experienced a wait. It's one of the nicer looking places near Columbia U., but not overflowing with students like some of the others. All in all, I'd recommend dining at the Amsterdam, or at the very least stopping in for drinks and tapas.
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