Broadway Chemists

This is an ideal CVS location in the heart of Midtown Manhattan (East side). I've only been here…read moreonce but I love how well organized the aisles are at this CVS. Also, although many items are locked up, the employees do not take too long to come around and assist you. There is self checkout here which allows you to grab what you need and go quickly. I look forward to coming here again for various things; travel sized items, toiletries, etc.

Worked up a thirst while traveling the city. First CVS I've seen with an armed security guard at…read morethe entrance. Easy in and easy out, and the prices were the same as back home, which I was surprised at given how everything else in NY seems to be so much more expensive.

1.5 mi•Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen

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CVS Pharmacy

2.6(110 reviews)

I'm visiting New York from out state and developed a bad case of poison ivy so I went to the in…read morestore clinic and was seen right away , they confirmed that I indeed had poison ivy gave me a prescription and anti itch medicine and I was on my way in less than 15 minutes. Staff was very professional and helpful which helped me fill better too. Store was very clean and well stocked.For you Midwesterners like myself it's a 2 story CVS unlike the ones we have .

This CVS by Columbus circle. Always packed so you have to wait in line to buy your stuff. They have…read moreself check out and cashier downstairs. I think more of the food is downstairs and the medication is upstairs.

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Meds Pharmacy

4.3(12 reviews)

2.0 mi•Midtown East

When you have a pharmacist abruptly hang up on you on a phone call while discussing a back ordered…read moreprescription it is a dealbreaker for me! My husband, who is African American, has been given the run around for the last few months with a back ordered medication from Meds. We've shared his story with other patients who are clients of Meds and his treatment is not consistent with their treatment. He is not an Upper East Sider as are the majority of their patients and he has been treated differently from this staff. I do not feel that I need to speak for him, until today when he made another (5 in total) follow up call to get the status of the back ordered medication and was abruptly hung up on when he pointed out a discrepancy in the back ordered dates. This young lady that he spoke with needs to be reprimanded for her actions. This incident happened on 3-12-26 at 1:30 pm. He did not get her name since they would not take his calls afterwards. We consider this a personal incident that may be attributed to his ethnicity. One never knows these days in today's political environment. Our colleagues and clients that use Meds have never had a problem with their customer service and the ones we spoke with also feel that this is personal as well. He has been hesitant to say anything about his experiences with Meds since he is not one for pointing out mistreatment. It is apparent that he is being mistreated by giving him the runaround in order to frustrate him so that he would go elsewhere. I've seen this tactic before. I am the vocal one and he does not know that I am writing this, but I am doing this on his behalf. This is unacceptable and unfortunate but needs to be called out. I hope that the owner Yuhan Ave sees this and takes corrective measures going forward. In the meantime, Meds will not have to worry about my husband stepping foot in their establishment. I hope they are happy! They win!

My fave pharmacy hands down. My provider sends prescriptions here for delivery and i live the…read moreservice they provide. Staff always answers the phone, they are friendly and communicate thoroughly. They always deliver to me in the Bronx and are clear on the cost of copay and delivery dates/times. Only once in 2 years, they were unable to deliver my order quickly and i went in person to pick it up. They were clear on their address and hours and it wasn't a big deal as i was in the city and stopped by. Can't thank the staff enough for always being transparent. Thank you !!

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CVS Pharmacy

3.1(21 reviews)

2.4 mi•Midtown East

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The service has really gone downhill here. Was recently here to pick up some photos and the cashier…read moremade racist remarks about my last name. It was very offensive. She was laughing but I wasn't so she quickly said oh I like your name.

The generally pleasant and professional pharmacy staff here is undermined by retail sales side…read morewhere customers will find plenty of CVS branded products but ever fewer national brands (and even fewer that are not locked up), and encounter a manager-on-duty who seems to think himself free to lay unsolicited blame for this or that problem on the customer.

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Pasteur Pharmacy

3.7(68 reviews)

1.7 mi•Upper East Side

An amazing selection of outstanding products from wet shaving to footcare and everything in…read morebetween. Between the locations on 34th and on Lexington I have never been to a more complete pharmacy. The staff a both locations are topnotch, friendly and knowledgeable. It's difficult to imagine a better pharmacy anywhere.

Great selection. Service based on appearance. The lady and gentleman in the back, very helpful…read more Small weird lady in the front just followed me from a distance...offering no help. Not even greeting, honestly.

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They just threw this bag of trash out from behind the desk like... just threw it.

Third Ave Apothecary

4.4(48 reviews)

1.9 mi•Upper East Side

Excellent friendly service, competitive pricing and prompt delivery for my medical issues. A…read morewonderful competent retailer who has dedication for their customers concerns and needs. HIGHLY recommend. All pharmacies should be this fabulous!

This was my first time using an apothecary service for medication and dermatologist products (my…read moredermatologists sent my meds here), and I didn't even know something like this existed. The delivery was cute! it came in a canvas tote and they even called to confirm everything, which made me feel taken care of. I had tried calling earlier to see if I could pick it up instead, but no one answered, so I'm assuming they only do delivery. I wish pickup were an option, especially since I needed the medication the same day it was prescribed. The only downside was all the confirmations on the nimble app. I confirmed the delivery window, then confirmed again for a signature only to find out the signature was optional and still had to confirm one more time. It felt a bit tedious, but I understand they're trying to ensure safe delivery. I also saw older reviews mentioning refill issues, so I'm a bit worried but we'll see. Keeping it positive!

2.6 mi•Midtown East, Murray Hill

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CVS Pharmacy

3.1(106 reviews)

Stopped here due to a fellow traveler having physical complaints which required topical analgesic…read morerelief. Walking many miles per day was a new routine and caught up with her, so very thankful to locate this convenient location and find every item she wanted on her long list. Store was well stocked and merchandise was easily accessible. Staff were helpful and efficient.

Recently I'd ordered two bottles of Extra Strength Antacid Tablets from CVS, when I had a discount…read morecoupon. Unfortunately their expiration date is just several months from now, and meanwhile each bottle has 250 pills (admittedly the suggested dosage is 3 pills at-a-time, but still....). There's no way we'd consume anywhere near 500 of those pills by their expiration date, so I wanted to exchange them for bottles that have a more reasonable expiration. Today I had to be just one block from this store for a medical appointment, and fortunately there were (only) two bottles available - and their expiration date was *much* more generous. I went to the cashier's counter, and the cashier explained that she needed to have a supervisor handle the exchange (and I'd brought my receipt with me). The shift supervisor was inexplicably *nasty*, and from the very beginning. Meanwhile; she told me she couldn't do an "even exchange" because the flavor was different than the ones I'd purchased (?!) - so she said I'd have to return the ones I'd bought and then purchase the other ones. I told her that I'd used a discount coupon when making the purchase, whereas a "new" purchase would *not* provide the discount. She continued being nasty and suddenly disappeared, and then she *finally* reappeared many minutes later. At that point she told me she'd confirmed with the store manager what she'd told me - but she should have had the courtesy to at least tell me why she was suddenly leaving, and her nastiness was totally inexcusable. Now I'm going to contact the CVS Customer Service Department, but I shouldn't have to waste so much time re: this situation - and most importantly, CVS shouldn't have an employee who's so nasty. (The only reason why I'm giving two stars instead of one is because a very pleasant employee helped me find the location of the pills).

1.9 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

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CVS Pharmacy

3.1(25 reviews)

This CVS Pharmacy store #11059 is located in the Theater District, Theater District, Midtown West,…read moreManhattan, NYC. It is accessible via MTA NYC Transit of A train at 42nd Street Port Authority Bus Terminal subway station, located on Eighth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. Store and photo department operates 24/7. The pharmacy close at 6:00 pm. It is gargantuan size and very organized layout, but contains minimal inventory stock. Their hair products are also minimal as I was browsing for women's rhinestone hair clips. I was seeking women's multi vitamin "one a day" but lack in brand selection. The female sales associate was rather callous "if you order online there are more options" excuse me, I am physically here now attempting to obtain vitamins! With that dismissive wayward behavior this female associate abruptly walked away from me exactly like COVID-19 pandemic. Why do I need to order online when I am physically here standing in front of you? I am a patron and a loyal long-time customer of CVS corporation with a loyalty rewards card. My intent for this visit is to obtain multi vitamins and to use my 25% coupon received in the mail. I have always receive their promotional marketing materials via U.S. mail for coupons.

CVS makes it easier to order online than keep running from store to store looking for items. My…read moredaughter has a lot of coupons including a 20% off your order. She spent $35 order online for free delivery. She doesn't need to make a run to this CVS when she's out visiting her friends tonight. Me I'm going to be sitting home alone, yikes!

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CVS Pharmacy

2.6(26 reviews)

2.3 mi•Midtown East

CVS is all over Manhattan. No matter where you are you can pick up a prescription and use rewards…read more This location isn't far from the center where I visit my medical team. Since I don't use this location regularly I'm giving them three stars. I can take it or leave it.

Very helpful staff and great deals with coupons . We must support these stores and stop shopping…read moreonline

2.5 mi•Midtown East, Murray Hill

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Willner Chemist

3.8(76 reviews)

Excellent! they have every thing you need, to keep your body health and mind health. Very…read moreknowledgeable with there products. They help you to make the right purchase.

Everything always goes well! The knowledge of the team is on such a high level. They always…read morelisten and find a solution.

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Martin H.

9 years ago

It's all true. Broadway Chemists is a family business (two brothers and their sister) with old-fashioned friendliness and personal service. It's conveniently located on the west side of Broadway between 85th and 86th Streets. There is no reason to suffer the annoyingly-long waits at CVS or Duane Reade. read more

Maxine S.

4 years ago

They are unfailingly friendly, efficient, and affordable. Whenever I have called them or gone in, they have had my prescription ready very soon. If it is something not covered by insurance, their price is much better than the chain pharmacies. read more

Jacques M.

13 years ago

Small pharmacy but generally has the most needed prescription drugs in stock. Fast and courteous service. While waiting for the medicines, take a look at the cosmetics and exclusive bath products. Recommend the store highly. read more

Maki M.

4 years ago

Friendly, fast and delivers your prescription. Just the best experience ever. Highly recommend

Andrew L.

14 years ago

Super nice and helpful folks.

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