What stores and restaurants are open on the Upper West Side today even as Hurricane Sandy pummels the city?
We’ve begun a list below, and we need your help to expand it. If you hear that a place is open, let us know in the comments below, by emailing us at info@westsiderag.com, or send us info on twitter or facebook. Then we’ll post it here. It’s that simple. We will be updating the list throughout the day.
Update: In general, it’s a bad idea to go outside at all. This storm is definitely dangerous.
“Almost everything (except chains Subway, Starbucks, Crumbs) on Broadway between 86/96th was open as of 11 am.,” said Sean.
Here’s what we know so far:
Gray’s Papaya on 72nd Street and Broadway is open. No sign of a “Hurricane Special” yet.
Fairway on 74th and Broadway was open, at least as of this 7 a.m. this morning, says Suzy.
The 7-11 on 93rd and Amsterdam “will be open for as long as humanly possible, according to employee,” Tovah tells us.
Dive Bar at 732 Amsterdam Avenue (96th street) says it will be open.
67th Street Wines on Columbus is open.
Sunburnt Calf on 79th is open, says Kara.
Dive 75 on 75th off Columbus is supposedly having a “Hurricane Party.”
Henry’s at 105th Street and Broadway “will open at 12 for lunch. Full bar, full service, full menu,” says Jamie Lee.
Westsider Books on 79th and Broadway will be open until early afternoon “if you’re feeling stir crazy already,” says AbbeyNova.
Utopia Diner on Amsterdam between 72nd and 73rd is open, and was totally packed this morning.
Silver Moon Bakery on 104th is open. The line was out the door this morning. Photo by Bryant Palmer.
Muffin Cafe on 70th and Columbus is also open.
Five Lamps Tavern on 106th and Broadway is “planning to be open at 4pm depending on the severity at that time,” they tell us.
Big Nick’s on 77th and Broadway will stay open. Big Nick says via facebook: “We are open! now and all night and tomorrow…We will be paying a lot of taxi fares so that employees can come in to work (or go home), and even then we will be short-handed. But with a little patience and a little help from our friends, we will get your orders out.”
New York Loves Yoga on 83rd near Amsterdam is holding its last class at 12:45 “4 grounding, stability, security.” says Christine.
Duane Reade on 75th and Columbus, a 24-hour location, will be open, employees told us.
Columbia deli, Amsterdam between 106/10 is open, says Peter.
French Roast, Broadway Farm & Broadway Cafe, all at 85/86 and Broadway, Julia tells us.
CP Yang Deli, a bodega on the corner of 73rd and Columbus, is open.
The Dead Poet Bar is open “and happily taking in any hurricane orphans! As long as people are smart and safe getting here,” they tell us.
Broadway Bagels at 101st and Broadway is open.
Citron on 83rd and Columbus.
Zingone Bros Deli on 83rd and Columbus, says Alexis.
Cafe Noi on Amsterdam (between 78th and 79th) is currently open, says Lindsay.
Body Strength Fitness on Broadway between 105th and 106th is running a modified schedule, says Ashley.
Associated Supermarket is open, on 100th between CPW and Manhattan. “They seem to be staying open indefinitely, too,” says Christina.
Big Daddy’s on 91st and Broadway, and they’re offering half-price happy hour.
Europan Cafe on 94th Street and Broadway is open, says Michelle.
5 Napkin Burger at 84th and Broadway is open, as is George Keeley’s, Soldier McGee’s and Artie’s, says SD.
Equinox at 76 & Amsterdam, says Courtney, who also sent in the four below.
Erlich’s Wine at 70 & Amsterdam.
Duane Reade on Broadway between 71 & 72
Cafe 71 on 71st and Amsterdam.
Little Italy Pizza on 71st and Amsterdam.
Tarallucci E Vino on 83rd & Columbus, says Therese, who also gave us the tips below.
Nonas on 85th & Columbus.
Firehouse on 85th & Columbus.
Shims super deli on 85th & Columbus.
Sing Sing Market on 95th Street and Columbus is open, says BangItOut on twitter.
Westside Market at 76/77th and Broadway.
Primo Pizza on 84th and Columbus, says commenter Amy.
Columbus Gourmet on Columbus and W 72nd is open, says Beth.
Jackson Hole on 85th and Columbus is open, says Sue Fishman.
Duane Reade on 94th and Broadway is expected to be open, says Ben Lerman.
Andy’s Deli on Columbus at 80th is open (verified this morning!), says commenter William.
New World Coffee on 80th and Columbus.
Famous Original Rays Pizza between 83rd and 84th street on Columbus Avenue is open, says Karina.
Essentials Plus on 81st and Broadway is open.
The Village Pourhouse on 109th and Amsterdam is open, according to Brooke.
Nice Matin, 79th & Amsterdam, is open. “Verified last night; staff stayed overnight at Lucerne,” says Beth.
China Fun at 71st and Columbus is open, says Ann, who just had lunch there.
Another Andy’s Deli on 74th and Amsterdam also open.
Patisserie Cafe Toulousaine, Amsterdam between 106 and 107th is open, says Catherine.
New York Sports Club is open on 73rd just off Central Park West, says Jordan.
Gristedes on 83rd, w/fresh shipment of bread, water, says Sue and Therese.
Tasty Cafe is open on 71st and Broadway, says Lisa.
Pour Wine Shop at 321 Amsterdam Ave. (75th St.), says Kim.
Bagels & Co. at 79th and Amsterdam is open, says Ashley.
Deli/fruitstand on West End & 72nd is open. “Out of bananas but has plenty of veggies,” says Denton.
Book Culture says both Upper West Side locations (112th and 114th) are open. “I know where I’m headed,” says @varchibald.
Whole Foods Uptown (health food store) on Broadway and 90th is open and says they will stay open, says Karen.
Primo Pizza on 84th at Columbus.
Andy’s Deli on Columbus at 80th is open (verified this morning!).
New York Sports Club on 73rd and CPW
Glad to know Primo Pizza will open. Great pizza and pasta!! Phil and I would have gone to grab a pizza if we were in the UWS. Will certainly miss them. Stay safe New Yorkers!!
The awesome guys are 82nd St Deli (at Amsterdam) are open and planning on staying open all day!
Nice Matin, 79th & Amsterdam, is open. Verified last night; staff stayed overnight at Lucerne.
Tasty Cafe at 71st and Broadway is open right now
Isabella’s, Columbus at 77th, open for now (pending on severity of storm, per email from BR Guest restaurants)
Hot and Crusty at 87/88th and Broadway is open. Also the Duane Reade at 89th and Broadway is open and plans to be open all day.
West Side Books is open for another couple of hours! Love that place!
Columbus Gourmet on Columbus and W 72nd is open.
Deli/fruitstand on WEA & 72nd is open. Out of bananas but has plenty of veggies.
If anyone has adventurous friends in Chelsea that can report let me know!
Sunburnt Calf!
This is so great!! I’m so glad that businesses are staying open (though I want everyone to stay safe) and giving us some community spirit to fight anxiety and isolation. HOORAY for you guys! I think I’ll just have to head over to Big Nick’s for some pumpkin pie!
Our awesome little neighborhood Associated is open, on 100th between CPW and Manhattan. They seem to be staying open indefinitely, too.
Famous Original Rays Pizza on 83rd an 84th street and Columbus Avenue is open.
Broadway Bagels at 101 and Broadway is open. Body Strength Fitness on Broadway between 105th and 106th is running a modified schedule: https://bodystrengthfitness.com/hurricanesandyschedule
Almost everything (except chains Subway, Starbucks, Crumbs) on Broadway between 86/96th was open as of 11 am.
Whole Foods Uptown (health food store) is open and says they will stay open).
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Cafe Noi on Amsterdam (between 78th and 79th) is currently open.
Just had lunch at China Fun at 71st and Columbus.
Patisserie Cafe Toulousaine, Amsterdam between 106 ^ 107th is open.
Citron on 83rd and Columbus and also Zingone Bros Deli on 83rd and Columbus!!!!
Fairways @ 73rd is open @ 2pm and well stocked (except meat and fish), its mayhem though with so many people stocking up
West Side Market at 110th street says they are open and will not close for the storm.
5 Napkin Burger at 84th and Broadway is open, as is George Keeley’s, Soldier McGee’s and Artie’s
Europan Cafe on 94th Street and Broadway is open.
Just got delivery from Famous Rays on 83rd-great pizza! Fast, and delivery appreciated with the conditions. Get those pizza orders in now before it’s even worse!
Gina’s restaurant on 73rd and Amsterdam Ave. (https://www.ginany.com) is open till 11pm tonight! I had a great brunch there just now and the portions are extra big!!!
Service is astoundingly fast and good, they’re working their butts off.
Enjoy!:-) I love the UWS
Cheers!
Marianne
Patsy’s Pizzeria and Pioneer Grocery on 74th and Columbus were both open as of 3 p.m.
As of 5:45, China Fun on Columbus was closing. AG Kitchen and Columbus Gourmet appeared to be open.
Tap A Keg at Broadway between W104 and W105 st will be open on Tuesday,,,they are open Monday till 4:00am
We’re open and having a party! Kids Halloween Party 4-5pm, Costume contest, prizes and candy!