Are new spots opening in Manhattan at a quicker rate than normal?

Maybe it’s just us, but we feel as though since 2013 began, more new spots have been opening than usual.  Perhaps it’s just a seasonal thing, or a glut of liquor licenses at the New York State Liquor Authority only recently got approved.  Whatever the case, through our usual sources, we are learning of three new bars per week in Manhattan versus the usual rate of one to two.  Some new spots we’d like to pub crawl to include The Headless Horseman (near Union Square), Pennsylvania 6 (near Penn Station) and the new location of Milk & Honey (near Madison Square Park).  We’ll keep you informed of our progress!