Osaka Fusion Sushi
Osaka Fusion Sushi, a rapidly expanding Japanese restaurant with existing locations in Brooklyn (Bensonhurst) and Chinatown, is planning a new Times Square-area location at 654 9th Ave. The restaurant announced the upcoming location on Instagram; grand opening date to be announced soon. Known for approachable pricing and a wide variety of Japanese dishes.
Boucherie
France-based The Group, known for Le Grand Boucherie and Le Rock, is planning a Boucherie French bistro concept at 444 and 446 Columbus Ave on the Upper West Side. Signage in the window indicates a Boucherie concept and a representative confirmed a restaurant is in the works. This would be the first Uptown location; existing […]
Capitaine
Capitaine is set to open at the former Libertine bistro location at 684 Greenwich St in the West Village. Co-owners Cody Pruitt and Jacob Cohen still have time on their lease and are relaunching the concept quickly after Libertine’s last day of service on May 23, 2026. The Instagram for Libertine has been rebranded to […]
Randy’s Donuts
Randy’s Donuts, the LA-based chain known for its iconic rooftop donut, is preparing to open its second Manhattan location at 1183 2nd Ave (between East 62nd and East 63rd streets) in the Upper East Side. The lease was announced by TradedNY on Instagram in early June 2026. No opening date has been announced. The chain […]
QDOBA Mexican Eats
QDOBA Mexican Eats is opening a new Long Island location at 136 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY. Grand opening is June 25, 2026 at 11AM. Features dine-in, outdoor patio, catering, online ordering, delivery, and a dedicated drive-thru mobile order pickup lane. First 100 QDOBA Rewards members receive a free burrito or bowl every month for one […]
Alidoro
Italian sandwich shop Alidoro plans to open new locations at One Madison Avenue and the Empire State Building in New York City. The chain currently has six NYC locations including one at Rockefeller Center.
Rollcraft Handroll Bar
Edomae-style sushi handroll bar opening in the East Village in June 2026. Counter-only seating for 24 guests. Menu features fish treated with soy sauce, brine, or preservation methods with Korean influence. Highlights include Bluefin Tuna Akami Zuke, Hiramasa Sesame Salt, and Cherry Tomato Katsuobushi handrolls. Beverage program includes beer, wine, and sake. Owner Joo Young […]
Ross Tavern
Corner bar-restaurant offering contemporary American fare in a former deli in East Harlem. Menu includes bar snacks like Truffled Rosemary Popcorn and Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, chicken wings, soups, salads, and handhelds including a smash burger. Will serve food until 11 p.m. and remain open until 4 a.m. daily. Seating for 40 guests, max capacity 74. […]
Unnamed French Brasserie (Catch & Shoot LLC)
Catch Hospitality Group co-founder Eugene Remm is planning a yet-to-be-named ‘sun-kissed’ New York-influenced French brasserie in the former Saint Theo’s space at 340 Bleecker St in the West Village. The concept will seat 92 guests including 13 bar seats, with sidewalk café seating planned. Menu features classic French bistro fare with coastal influences. Filing with […]
Hungry Spicy
Spicy Southern Thai concept spinning off from Michelin-recommended Hungry Thirsty in Brooklyn. Owners Angie Ruangphung and Sun Kulaptip are currently building out the Chelsea space. Originally planned to open in May 2026 but no official opening date has been announced. Will serve bold, intense Southern Thai flavors.