If you’ve ever watched TV, seen a film, or read a book – you’ll know that being a single woman in New York is one of the worst things that could ever happen to you. Ever.
You’ll also know, that single women in New York can never, ever find a straight, eligible man that they’d like to date. They say all men are gay. Or, that all the straight men are mama’s boys who are self-obsessed, mediocre, and intimidated by successful women.
Time Out New York are out to prove these women (fictional, cynical or otherwise) wrong.
And they have a list of 52 men to prove it.
With pictures.
They’re not your typical looking NYFD hunks. They’re actual men, that have actual jobs, and actually look like they have a good sense of humor. In fact, we’d go so far as to say they look pretty cool. So, well done, Time Out New York! You appear to have found the most eligible, realistic bachelors in your fine, fine city.
Here are our Top 5 Picks for the Most Eligible Bachelors in New York:

Brian H:
28, blogs editor for PC Magazine and editor-in-chief of The Daily Cross Hatch, Astoria, Queens
Why We Picked Him:
He’s a blogger, and we’re willing to work through his horrendous prop choice.
Why Should You Date Brian?
“I say funny things and know things about stuff. I’m nice to small, helpless animals... I would be awesome on your trivia team and your mom will probably like me.”

Richard
23, assistant preschool teacher, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn
Why We Picked Him:
He’s an assistant preschool teacher and uses the word “whom”.
Why Should You Date Richard?
According to Richard, the ending of a perfect date consists of “a bottle of wine and a good game of Scrabble”.

David C
27, personal assistant, Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Why We Picked Him:
His photo. Plain and simple.
Why Should You Date David?
He boasts having a “quirky shoe collection and a working ability to play the harp.” Hot.

Frank
27, editorial designer, Jersey City, NJ
Why We Picked Him:
He likes burritos and has a Jon Stewart vibe going on...
Why Should You Date Frank?
“I was recently described as Abe Lincoln and have been known to crush walnuts with my pectoral muscles.”

Zev
26, artist; Gravesend, Brooklyn
Why We Picked Him:
We’re not sure. Maybe it’s the ice cream in his beard...
Why Should You Date Zev?
“Bold, but not exactly an asshole, I enjoy turning problems into opportunities and chatter into communication. I am at home in the kitchen by candlelight and out on the dance floor by moonlight. Have you ever been read to?”
So there you have it. Our top five picks out of Time Out New York's Top 52 Most Eligable (Straight) Bachelors.