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March 13, 2009
Driving School - ?
Can anyone recommend a driving school in park slope or the vicinity? I have a license but need a refresher course. Thank you!
October 16, 2008
Brunch near the flea?
Hello - Does anyone know of a good brunch place near the flea? I like le bagel delight but i am looking for a sit down place. Thank you!
Author's Comments
My friend's co-op building limited the delivery folks, so they would stop sticking menu's under everyone's door. I would prefer to put up with the occasional menu for the convience of getting food delivered to the door!
Posted by: ebklyn at March 5, 2010 12:32 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
The fingerprint on my stainless steel makes me yern for my old white appliances. Unless you have cleaning help opt for a color!
Posted by: ebklyn at February 24, 2010 1:55 PM in response to Alternatives to Stainless Steel
Love it, its a great location and layout! and I am beginning to covet white/black appliances with all the handprints on my stainless. The wine fridge is a nice plus (especially given the proximity to big nose full body)
Posted by: ebklyn at February 10, 2010 1:11 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 420 12th Street 2BR
I think it will do very well, lots of foot traffic around that block. Hopefully it will open in the morning to catch the folks on the way to Union Street R/M.
Posted by: ebklyn at February 9, 2010 2:11 PM in response to StreetLevel: New Cafe/Bar in the Works on 4th Ave
A friend had parked at the garage on 4th ave. and was told it was closing (its still open!). I thought the finacing for the condo was slowing things down but Benson found the real answer! I still wish it would become a whole foods. The warehouse often doesn't shovel after the snow and it becomes an ice rink walking to the train.
Posted by: ebklyn at January 29, 2010 12:21 PM in response to Nothing Doing at Whole Foods Site
Why can't whole foods open on 4th ave. between 1st and 2nd?that garage is slated to be torn down... Or anyplace in park slope...I'm still jealous about trader joes.
Posted by: ebklyn at January 29, 2010 10:55 AM in response to Nothing Doing at Whole Foods Site
Wow! That house is unbelievable. And if I win the lottery, mine.
Posted by: ebklyn at January 28, 2010 1:25 PM in response to House of the Day: 7 St. Marks Avenue
Melt food is fine but the service is terrible! We kept going back, the service got slower, the wait for a table longer and the restaurant itself louder. I cringe just thinking about that place. Alchemy down the block is so much better, I would eat at the Atlantic Center McDonald's before melt.
Posted by: ebklyn at January 27, 2010 2:55 PM in response to Streetlevel: Bergen 'In Bloom'
ebklyn wrote a review about Lemongrass Grill on December 28, 2009 5:25 PM
I used to order from Lemongrass - but agree Mee Thai is very fresh and has taken the lemongrass's spot. I like Song but its really loud in there, yes I feel old typing that.
For the price I would expect the 17th street house to have a snazzier kitchen.
Posted by: ebklyn at October 23, 2009 1:23 PM in response to Open House Picks
I liked the simone, but was glad I didn't end up buying there. I do think its a great quiet location for the right person...but not if it has rats!
Posted by: ebklyn at October 8, 2009 3:28 PM in response to Condo of the Day: 11 Terrace Place, #2
ebklyn wrote a review about Pete's Downtown on September 18, 2009 1:21 PM
The food is good and the location is fabulous. They have a large space for parties/showers and valet parking for guests.
Thanks 11217 - I love stone park's brunch and the crowds have been mellower through the summer. I am dreading the longer waits.
Posted by: ebklyn at September 16, 2009 12:42 PM in response to Brooklyn Food & Drink Round-Up
ebklyn wrote a review about Reis 100 Sandwich Factory on August 21, 2009 2:25 PM
I don't think of this place as fast food and am interested in people's opinion...since I'd rather go to press 195 for a sandwich or s'nice. but why no menu? =(
I love the apt. but the half fridge is a killer for me!
Posted by: ebklyn at August 3, 2009 1:57 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 32 South Oxford Street
Windsor Terrace is holding up quite well price wise w/ the condo today and the 1.5mm house. Its a great neighborhood, the F train is the biggest drawback!
Posted by: ebklyn at July 30, 2009 11:36 AM in response to Brooklyn Sales: Under a Million
ebklyn wrote a review about Belleville on July 20, 2009 12:21 PM
The food is ok, especially the brunch. Its best to go at off hours b/c when its crowded you will NEVER see your waiter.
I wish Whole Foods would look at some of these sites on 4th.
Posted by: ebklyn at June 26, 2009 12:43 PM in response to What's Going on at Katan's No-Go 6th Street Site?
ebklyn wrote a review about 2 Toms Restaurant on June 15, 2009 1:36 PM
Great food!
cmu -I think people on bikes should wear helmets for the same reason people in cars wear seatbelts b/c accidents happens regardless of how careful you are. I think its a shame when people get hurt.
Posted by: ebklyn at June 12, 2009 3:11 PM in response to Fifth Avenue Bike Lane Debate, Continued
So many bikes on 5th Avenue - I wish the bikers wore helmets! and obeyed some traffic laws.
Posted by: ebklyn at June 12, 2009 11:23 AM in response to Fifth Avenue Bike Lane Debate, Continued
So many bikes on 5th Avenue - I wish the bikers wore helmets! and obeyed some traffic laws.
Posted by: ebklyn at June 12, 2009 11:22 AM in response to Fifth Avenue Bike Lane Debate, Continued
Trader Joe's was able to open a store in Bklyn. I can't understand what is taking Whole Foods so long to open here. I love the store but am not shopping there anymore.
Posted by: ebklyn at May 28, 2009 10:59 AM in response to Whole Foods Rumor Bites the Dust
The two one-bedrooms listed are a bit pricey..maybe I was too hard on yesterday brooklyn heights apt.
Posted by: ebklyn at May 21, 2009 11:30 AM in response to Brooklyn Sales: Under a Million
I love them and appreciate the skill that went into making them!
Posted by: ebklyn at May 15, 2009 11:35 AM in response to Dressing Up Montague Parking Meters
Cute apt, but the lack of kitchen pics, makes me a bit nervous. How far is it from Grand Army Plaza?
Posted by: ebklyn at April 29, 2009 12:45 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 175 Eastern Parkway, #6N
The flea was wonderful today! Good work...I'm so glad its outside again and the weather cooperated.
Posted by: ebklyn at April 18, 2009 3:46 PM in response to Flea Opening Day: Mid-Afternoon Check-In
The Griffin sale looks like a great deal. I wonder what condition the apt. was in.
Posted by: ebklyn at April 17, 2009 11:47 AM in response to Brooklyn Sales: Under a Million
The pictures were taken on a very overcast day it seems and do nothing for the listing. I do think its a great location though, but the kitchen is a bit too small for me! What price would you expect?
Posted by: ebklyn at March 31, 2009 12:58 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 60 Plaza Street East
Its a cute apt., not too far from the F train...the low maintance makes the price more palatable.
Posted by: ebklyn at March 19, 2009 12:48 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 135 Prospect Park SW, #F12
Thanks tybur6, that's what I am trying to avoid! Parallel Parking has never been a strength for me. Glad your accident was minor.
Posted by: ebklyn at March 13, 2009 2:03 PM in response to Driving School - ?
The Reeve Place house is nice, but way too expensive for that neighborhood. Why didn't they add a 2nd full bath?
Posted by: ebklyn at February 20, 2009 1:19 PM in response to Open House Picks
Totally agree with 11217. Leila is a great hairdresser/ colorist (far better than many of the expensive Manhattan salons) and the prices are very fair.
Posted by: ebklyn at January 23, 2009 3:06 PM in response to Hair Salon Recommendation
Bricktop please let me know when you go to Target..its always crowded and busy when I go! Sometimes I wonder if saving some $ on cereal is worth the trama.
Posted by: ebklyn at December 26, 2008 4:06 PM in response to No Recession at Target
ebklyn wrote a review about Sotto Voce on December 22, 2008 1:07 PM
The food is great. I agree the tables are close together but the food/service is good enough to make up for it. I prefer dinner to brunch, but brunch is good too. Aperitivo isn't being reviewed but its good, the service is a bit slow but very nice. Its a hard time to have opened and I hope they do well.
I'm curious if they adjusted for age. When I rented I was younger and skinner. I don't think the mortgage has made me fat! I don't think owning has made me that much happier but its nice to have some control over colors and design...but responsiblity can be a downer.
Posted by: ebklyn at December 12, 2008 9:12 AM in response to Home Ownership Bad for Your Health
ebklyn wrote a review about Coco Roco on December 10, 2008 1:02 PM
I don't know if the service is bad, but the food takes forever - you need to bring a snack..
ebklyn wrote a review about Picket Fence on December 9, 2008 2:00 PM
I have only eaten here 3 times - but it was very enjoyable. Its a nice quiet lunch spot during the week. The decor is fun and the service was great. I like farm on adderly - but this menu is a bit more basic and I prefer it!
Wow, what a beautiful house. I love it! If I am ever renovating a brownstone, I'm bringing these pictures.
Posted by: ebklyn at November 25, 2008 10:59 AM in response to Brooklyn Modern #2: Gut Renovated in Boerum Hill
A bunch of the birds live at greenwood cemetary. A tour guide told me the birds escaped from a South American shipment at the airport but they are from the Andes so they can handle the cold. They are a bit noisey so you might not want to invite them to your yard!
Posted by: ebklyn at November 21, 2008 11:43 AM in response to Yes, Virginia, There Are Parrots in South Slope
Thanks for the changes. It is great to be able to sort by neighborhood!
Posted by: ebklyn at November 10, 2008 10:49 AM in response to Brownstoner Restaurants Now More Searchable, Sortable
I think Star of India does a decent take out business. The food is good and the people in the restaurant are very nice. I too am suprised it doesn't do better...
Posted by: ebklyn at November 7, 2008 10:07 AM in response to New Restaurant for 230 Fifth Avenue
I think Star of India on Fifth Ave is good, especially for take out. Baluchi's will be a nice addition though!
Posted by: ebklyn at November 5, 2008 2:24 PM in response to Baluchi's: Slow Train Coming
I voted at ms 51 on 5th avenue. The line was very long but moved pretty quickly give the amount of people. If you are in line by 9pm - you have to be allowed to vote! The poll workers have a rought day ahead of them!
Posted by: ebklyn at November 4, 2008 9:59 AM in response to Long Lines, Everywhere
ebklyn wrote a review about Press 195 on October 30, 2008 12:26 PM
Great sandwiches and an unbelievable selection, including veggie options. The sangria is good as well. The only drawbacks are cash only and the service is attentive but the food takes a bit.
ebklyn wrote a review about Joya and Song on October 27, 2008 12:14 PM
Unfortunatly, I think Song had a fire recently. Its a bit loud - but inexpensive and yummy. I hope they open again soon. Its also cash only! I think Song is better then Joya.
I still have it too!
Posted by: ebklyn at October 23, 2008 11:18 AM in response to Adobe/Google Pop-Problem Fixed?
Fiber notion is on Union right off of 7th Ave.
http://flirt-brooklyn.com/classes.html
What about Flirt's Home ec on 3rd avenue? I thought I read on Brownstoner it would be selling stuff too?
Posted by: ebklyn at October 16, 2008 4:07 PM in response to Desperately seeking fabric
Thank you for the recomendations!
Posted by: ebklyn at October 16, 2008 2:57 PM in response to Brunch near the flea?
Responses to Author's Forum Comments
At a dinner party last Saturday I shocked people by mentioning I'd never had food delivered, even once, to my home in the 7+ years I've lived here.
Posted by: infinitejester at March 5, 2010 2:31 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
rob rob rob, you can't just flip a doorman the bird and go on your merry way. Its private property! You try this in Brooklyn Heights or Park Slope and you'll be arrested. In other neibs you will probably get your ass kicked in right there and then.
Posted by: Minard Lafever at March 5, 2010 2:38 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
ML has the best explanation, thank you.
rob your knowledge of the law as usual is slim to none. The doorman is an invited employee, the doorman is also an agent of his employer. If the employer/building owner does not allow a certain class of people, then they are trespassing. The doorman can certainly stop a person from trespassing, just like an apt owner can.
No Class A office building in Manhattan allows food delivery men except for large parties which have to go up the freight elevator. Like minard says, it's security.
Posted by: denton at March 5, 2010 2:45 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
infinitejester: That IS shocking!
Posted by: Park Sloper at March 5, 2010 2:58 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
quote:
No Class A office building in Manhattan allows food delivery men except for large parties which have to go up the freight elevator. Like minard says, it's security.
my office building in soho lets food delivery people come to the office.. what is considered a class A building tho?
it's a HUGE building
*rob*
Posted by: Butterfly at March 5, 2010 3:02 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
> what is considered a class A building tho?
> it's a HUGE building
I think this is one of the few cases where size actually doesn't matter.
Posted by: DitmasSnark at March 5, 2010 3:12 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
Class A office buildings are the best, most modern office buildings with the latest mechanical equipment and facilities. They will command the highest rent in a given market. While size doesn't completely matter, a three story building wouldn't qualify. I'm not aware of any office buildings in SoHo that would be considered Class A, except maybe the 32bj HQ at 101 6th Ave.
Posted by: denton at March 5, 2010 4:25 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
ah.. yeah there are definitely none of those buildings in soho. they are beautiful tho
*rob*
Posted by: Butterfly at March 5, 2010 4:44 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
Is there any better profession for professional and amateur thieves (or worse) alike? Think about the screening process for delivery employees.
This rule is common, not just for liability and menus, some of these people are downright shady. You don't necessarily want to let them loose in the building you call home.
With a certain Fresdirect truck that sets up camp in on a certain corner Manhattan i've seen fights on the street, domestic disputes on the phone in mid-delivery (swearing, death threats, etc) - and this was only my own personal experience. Some of these people act like the only inside building they've ever seen is Rikers.
All it takes is one bad apple, which in a busy building would not take long. It seems like an inconvenience to you, until you don't feel safe anymore in your own building. There is no price for that.
Posted by: invisible at March 5, 2010 5:14 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
invible makes a really REALLY good point.. it probably comes across as slightly elitist, but in reality, it's kinda true.
*rob*
Posted by: Butterfly at March 5, 2010 6:33 PM in response to Food Deliveries Allowed Upstairs
I prefer yesterday's studio b/c of its proximity to prospect park and the 2/3 train. The griffin is a beautiful building w/ great views but I think this studio is way overpriced.
Posted by: ebklyn at March 10, 2010 1:11 PM in response to Co-op of the Day: 101 Lafayette Avenue, #9F