Kabawa
Opening spring 2025 Kabawa is a new fine dining restaurant from acclaimed chef Paul Carmichael, known for his work within the Momofuku family. This prix-fixe restaurant, set to open in the East Village at 8 Extra Place, will focus on Caribbean cuisine and include dishes inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of the Caribbean islands. […]
The Throwback
Opening 2025-06-01 The Throwback, a Yankees-themed sports bar, is set to open on June 1 at 710 Amsterdam Avenue in New York. Owner Alex Bryant describes the venue as reminiscent of a grandfather’s basement, with a focus on sports memorabilia, particularly baseball and some New York Knicks items. The bar will feature a variety of […]
Bub’s Bakery
Opening Summer 2025 Bub’s Bakery is an upcoming venture led by pastry star Melissa Weller, co-founder of Sadelle’s, focused on providing vegan and gluten-free baked goods. This venture is a collaboration with the team behind some of New York’s notable Thai restaurants, aiming to fill a niche market for delicious and accessible baked items that […]
Beautiful Eyes
Opening Late spring or early summer 2025 Beautiful Eyes is a unique queer wine bar set to open in the Bowery. This new establishment will feature Filipino cuisine, presented by former pop-up chef Lj Almendras. The restaurant will offer a fresh perspective on Filipino American cuisine, avoiding typical staples and instead focusing on precolonial cooking […]
The New Museum Restaurant
Opening 2025-09-01 The New Museum Restaurant is an all-day cafe and restaurant designed to enhance the visitor experience at the New Museum on Bowery. It will focus on seasonal and sustainable ingredients, offering a menu that celebrates local produce and seafood. The space will accommodate 100 guests in a vibrant setting that encourages connection and […]
New Vietnamese Restaurant
The team behind Ha’s Snack Bar is in the early stages of developing a new Vietnamese restaurant at the location currently occupied by French restaurant Lena. They have filed for a liquor license and plan to have six tables with a total of 45 seats. The proposed menu is expected to offer a variety of […]
JR & Son
Opening spring 2025 JR & Son is relaunching as a new Italian American restaurant, reincarnating a former dive bar with a rich history in Williamsburg dating back to the 1930s. Directed by chef Patricia Vega, an alum of Thai Diner and former Top Chef contestant, the revamped spot aims to blend bar culture and Italian […]
Dolores
Opening April 2025 Dolores is a new Mexican restaurant that pays homage to the rich culinary traditions of Mexico City while focusing on a cantina-style menu. Spearheaded by husband-and-wife team Cressida Greening and Emir Duperyron, who previously operated the local favorite Winona’s, Dolores aims to offer an authentic and spirited dining experience. With a cocktail […]
Border Town
Opening September 2025 Border Town, a beloved pop-up known for its breakfast tacos, is transitioning to a permanent location in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Partners Jorge Aguilar and Amanda Rosa aim to maintain a traditional, fast-casual dining experience, featuring handmade flour tortillas and various tacos on the menu. Scheduled to open in September 2025, the restaurant will […]
Golden Steer NYC
Opening 2025 Golden Steer NYC is the expansion of the famed Las Vegas steakhouse known for its Rat Pack-era ambiance and classic offerings such as tableside Caesar salads and bananas foster. Located at One Fifth Avenue in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village, the restaurant is set to arrive later this year, capitalizing on the storied history of […]