East Buffet
East Buffet is a new buffet concept set to open in the former East Pacific Restaurant space inside the Staten Island Mall. New owners are renovating the space and plan to reopen it as a buffet. The original restaurant closed July 19, 2026 after nearly 30 years. Opening timeline described as ‘coming back soon’.
Sushi Genkai
600-square-foot intimate omakase sushi bar opening on the Upper East Side in the former Silk N’ Press space. Owned by Wen Liu. Targeting a September 2026 opening. Chef-selected progressive courses featuring seasonal fish and premium ingredients.
Maman
Maman, a cafe and bakery chain co-founded by Benjamin Sormonte and Elisa Marshall, is opening a new location at 250 W. 57th St. in Manhattan. The cafe is targeting a late summer or early fall 2026 opening. It will serve pastries, salads, soups, sandwiches, tartines, and an elevated coffee and tea program. This is part […]
Eataly Caffè
Eataly Caffè, an Italian-inspired quick-service café offshoot of Eataly, is opening its fourth NYC location on the Upper West Side this fall. The menu features pastries, gelato, espresso drinks, Roman-style pizza alla pala, soups, salads, sandwiches, and grab-and-go options. Will also offer exclusive quarterly menu items via in-store and app.
Diner 24
Hospitality veterans Stratis Morfogen and Philippe Olivier Bondon are bringing their ‘Diner 2.0’ concept, Diner 24, to the Theater District at 1674 Broadway (corner of 52nd St). Two-story space with a stage for showtune performances, full bar until 4am, Triple Smash Trifecta burgers, and extravagant milkshakes. Soft opening planned for early October starting with first […]
RedWhite Boneless Ramen
100% vegan ramen restaurant with existing locations in Boston and Los Angeles, announcing a new New York City location. Restaurant posted on Instagram ‘New York, we’re coming. The next chapter begins soon. See you this summer.’ No specific address or opening date announced yet. Menu features vegan ramen (Garlic Miso, Truffle Salt, Red Hot Miso), […]
Polo Bar
Ralph Lauren’s Polo Bar is relocating from its current Midtown location (operating since 2015) to the ground floor of Related Companies’ new 53-story office tower at 625 Madison Ave. The new space will be larger than the current basement-level dining room. Related is offering at least two years of free rent as an incentive. The […]
El Califa de León
One of Mexico City’s most famous taquerias, El Califa de León, is opening its first US location in Flatiron, Manhattan. The nearly 60-year-old family-run restaurant is known for its thin-sliced beef (gaonera) tacos and was the world’s first Michelin-starred taqueria in 2024. The ~60-seat Flatiron location will feature a full-service dining room, taco counter, standing […]
The Market Hall at Manhattan West
34,000-square-foot two-story food hall developed by Brookfield Properties, opening fall 2026 near Penn Station at Manhattan West. Will feature 12 casual food concepts including Shifka, BKLYN Larder, Springbone, Alfalfa, Matter, Super Burrito, and Sushi Counter, plus an independent full-service restaurant, indoor bar, and rooftop terrace bar. More vendors to be announced before opening.
Resorts World Hyatt Tower
400-room Hyatt hotel tower as part of Resorts World’s $5.5 billion Phase 2 expansion in Southeast Queens. Project also includes a sports/media center named for Kenny ‘The Jet’ Smith, a 7,000-seat arena, and 12 acres of green space. Full project scheduled for completion in 2031. Developed by Genting America East.