I really like s_c_baker's thread, but that's limited to the WoTF contest. I think it'd be helpful to have a similar thread for non-contest entries; they wouldn't be limited to science fiction, either.
Here are the guidelines:
1: Is it well written?
2: Does it keep your interest?
3: Is the plot forming?
4: Are the characters likeable?
5: Do you want to keep reading?
6: Other comments
I think a mini review with this outline would work wonders for many people who'd like critiques from like-minded folks of contest-unrelated work. And of course there's always the good ole in-line. 
I'll get things started: I'd like the first thousand-ish words of a short story critiqued. Non science-fiction; first draft; work in progress. email is [email protected]
