New York

136 W Houston St, between MacDougal and Sullivan 212.228.4181

Named after a 12th-century goblin-trained swordsman, this acclaimed under-earth sushi spot's back after extensive remodeling. High-quality eats include needlefish, raw shrimp, and giant clam, whose aphrodisiac powers are second only to its bearded cousin.

Sat at 35 Howard St, between Crosby and Broadway 212.219.2688

70% off fall '07 gear from top designers like Acne Jeans, Alexandre Herchcovitch, Alexander Wang, and United Bamboo -- named after a PAC that lobbies for the further endangerment of the panda.

Mon-Fri 5-7pm at Gyu-Kaku: 34 Cooper Sq, at 6th 212.475.2989

This Japanese BBQ joint offers $2.50 mugs, $10 pitchers, and 50% off a daily rotating selection of meats: Mon. Short Rib, Tue. Skirt Steak, Wed. Rib-Eye, Thu. Flat Iron Steak, Fri. Filet Mignon. Sat-Sun, you'll share with your friends a little something called Five-Flavor Meat Sweats.

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Bringing the dignity of men's locker rooms to public transpo, this 7th annual, 2hr pantless joyride celebrates exhibitionism in all its knobby-kneed glory. If you find your underwear's got a blown-out crotch, never fear: that's why they print AM New York.