Calle Ocho Scores Less Than A Perfect Diez

Watching two Columbia boys attempt to woo a waitress whose looks could rival a model’s is almost as fascinating as watching The Hills—especially when the backdrop of the duel of corny pick-up lines is a restaurant frequented by Upper West Siders whose disposable incomes allow them to spend approximately $50 on a meal. Welcome to Restaurant Week (or, rather, two weeks), a clever advertising scheme meant to seduce the frugal into the lifestyle of the glamorous eaters.

By Val Safronova | Jan 23 03:08 am ET