Caffetteria
Chef Julian Medina is opening a Spanish tapas restaurant called Caffetteria on the Upper East Side, next door to his existing restaurant Soledad. The space formerly held Enzo Bruni La Pizza Gourmet and will seat 62 people.
UES Tavern
New upscale restaurant from Seamore’s co-founder Jay Wainwright, serving sophisticated menu from burgers to lobster thermidor. Will replace former Seamore’s location with 137-seat capacity.
Linda’s
Intimate 400 square-foot restaurant owned by husband-and-wife duo Linda and Victor Shkrelja, who also run Italian spot Lex Restaurant. Space formerly housed Table d’Hôte, will fit 10 tables and 20 people. Operating hours 4-10pm Mon-Thu, weekend brunch noon-10pm.
Bodega Nights
Wine bar and restaurant spinoff from Lower East Side’s Babysips, featuring natural wines and Iberian/Brazilian dishes in a 2,200-square-foot space with outdoor seating
Sora
High-end Japanese omakase restaurant signing 20,496-square-foot lease for ground floor and lower level at 1370 Broadway. This is their second location after signing a lease at One Grand Central Place in October.
Golden Child
Rooftop bar Golden Child opening at 20-story Hotel Park Ave in NoMad, operated by Renwick Hospitality Group
Zara Austin
Mediterranean and Turkish grill taking over former TGI Fridays location. More than 8,600 square feet space with long-term lease finalized in early 2025. Menu expected to include kebabs, mixed grills, lamb and chicken dishes, plus breakfast options.
Fairway
Restaurant at Poxabogue Golf Center undergoing renovations with new operator Michael Carolan. Work expected to be completed by Memorial Day weekend.
Zaxby’s
Fast-casual chicken chain opening its first NYC location on the Upper East Side. Georgia-born chain specializing in hand-breaded chicken fingers, wings, and chicken sandwiches with signature sauces.
Only YOU Hotel New York
138-room lifestyle hotel in the heart of Manhattan, marking the first international opening for Only YOU Hotels brand under Palladium Hotel Group