UWS Strawberry Boutique Closing: 20% – 70% Off

Thanks to frequent MUW tipster Jim for sending in this photo — looks like Strawberry is closing their UWS location at 2689 Broadway (between 102nd & 103rd).

Upper West Side Closings: Patagonia Tin Shed, Verizon Wireless, The Abbey Pub, Broadway Gourmet Deli

So long, Patagonia Tin Shed — we hardly knew ya! MUW reader Anthony reports the store that opened in November at 2625 Broadway (near 100th) is set to close on March 26th.

Upper West Side Openings, Re-Openings & Temporary Closings: Brooks Brothers, Bellini, Papasito, Amsterdam Diner

The new Brooks Brothers (2381 Broadway, between 87th & 88th), first mentioned back in November, officially opened last week. They were aiming to be open by February and their signage had said “Spring 2012,” so if you split the difference it appears they were able to meet their goals.

Upper West Side Openings & Closings: Baked By Melissa, Clear Wireless, Lululemon, 16 Handles, Bellini, Sprinkles Cupcake ATM

If you live in the southern part of the Upper West Side and are jealous of the Baked By Melissa that opened at 2325 Broadway (between 84th & 85th) in October, you can now rest easy — you’re getting one a bit closer to home.

Upper West Side Closings: WiNK, Esprit

MUW readers Gaby, Andrew, and Tyler send word that UWS women’s clothing retailer WiNK has closed their location at 188 Columbus (between 68th & 69th) for renovations. Hopefully these are “real” renovations, and not the fake kind stores put up signs for before permanently closing.