I haven't been to down to Chinatown in a long time- we're talking a couple of years- so I spent last weekend checking out what's changed. That's how I came across eRxCity. I wouldn't normally review a pharmacy, but this one merits a few comments, since it's so unique:
I really liked the decor here, it's got a clean, modern design to it...the transparent aisles were a nice touch. I could see clearly what was in each aisle, without having to wind through any industrial-looking metal shelving units. It's also "clear" (oh, pun...get it? clear aisles? har har) that they take customer service very seriously. I walked in and about 10 mins later, I was greeted by some help (in English!). They've got the balance down pat- I hate it when someone bombards you right away without giving you time to take in your surroundings first, or worse, when everyone acts too busy to bother. I explained that I was just looking around after returning to my Chinatown roots when I was lured into the shop by their Blade Runner-esque name.
Actually, she explained that the "e" in eRxCity refers to how they have an e-lectronic mechanism to process prescriptions and to dispense the pills. There's a state-of-the-art machine in the back which takes care of all this. Aside from the cool gadget factor, the neat freak inside of me likes the idea that no one would be touching my pills with their grimy, NYC subway hands. Apparently, they found that this cuts down processing time by a half or something like that, leading to quicker lines. I didn't purchase anything, but she explained that their services offered free delivery to lower Manhattan. I'm sure this would be come in handy when there's 6 feet of snow outside, and you're down with the flu. Theoretically, you wouldn't even need to step foot into the store: have your doctor send over the prescription electronically, and you can have your meds delivered.
I think this place is on to something, it is definitely not run of the mill. Not to end on a downer, but apparently, Chinatown Fair, my beloved arcade venue, is no more. That's the other thing about Chinatown that's changed since I've last been here! I think I'm gonna vomit! Might need to pick up some aspirin at eRxCity read more