Anti-nightlife sentiment is at such a fever pitch that locals who once denounced the homogenization of the city are now saying "bring it on." A proposed Italian restaurant in Alphabet City has ignited opposition so fierce that neighbors are arguing for a 7-11 or, worse yet, an umpteenth bank branch in its place. More»

[via guestofaguest.com] For rowdy street parties, fratty bros in soccer fútbol jerseys, and drink specials at pretty much every bar with a TV, we must admit that Manhattan is probably the better locale for celebrating the FIFA World Cup.  So check out our World Cup 2010 Manhattan bar guide!  MORE>>>

The World Cup only comes around every four years, and unless you are a die hard soccer - I mean fútbol- fan with a couple thousand dollars to spare, you will not be in South Africa. But if you are looking for the closest thing to the testosterone fueled booze fest this side of the Prime Meridian, then we have the guide for you! More»

Frank Prisinzano owns three perpetually mobbed Italian restaurants in the East Village: Frank, Lil' Frankie's and Supper. EVGrieve brings word of a new entry in his empire. It will be a block away from Supper and probably equally close in food and style to its older siblings. And we're OK with that. More»

@lifevicarious: Hotel Griffou gives 15% off check to Q 9th St residents. (Or anyone w/secret pw). Any other block associations get these kind of discounts?

Great question Adam! We don't have a full list for you, but we can offer up suggestions of places in NYC that SHOULD offer their neighbors discounts: More»