Harlem Shake
Harlem Shake opening its first NYC franchise location in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Franchisee Cody Spearman shown at the site.
Big Poppas Steakhouse
Steakhouse opening in honor of Notorious B.I.G.’s legacy, owned by his daughter T’yanna Wallace. Located in Midtown Manhattan with elevated dining and cultural nostalgia theme.
Le Colonial
French-Vietnamese restaurant making a comeback in Midtown Manhattan with 9,600 square feet, seating 215 people indoors and outdoors. 15-year lease signed with office space on seventh floor.
Shania’s Max Bet
New cocktail bar taking over former Dirty Precious space in Gowanus, co-owned by Robin Daily and Mike Brown. Planning to offer classic cocktails, old-school drinks, wines and beer-shot combos. Aiming to be both neighborhood spot and elevated cocktail bar.
Amasa
Latin steakhouse featuring Peruvian and Mexican flavors, part of the new Kimpton Era Midtown NY hotel. Kitchen led by Chef Christopher Loeffl, known for high-end Denver restaurants. Menu features Heritage Black Angus with citrus garlic mojo and Aji Amarillo Béarnaise marinades.
Jade Rabbit
Rooftop izakaya opening at the Kimpton Era Midtown NY hotel, operated by APICII hospitality group. Features Asian and tiki cocktails with Manhattan skyline views.
Bar Rocco
Italian American brasserie by James Beard Award-winning chef Rocco DiSpirito, opening as part of four dining concepts at Kimpton Era Midtown New York. Features market-driven menu with signatures like Mama’s Meatballs and Oysters ‘Rocco-Feller’.
Buena Vista Restaurant and Bar
Second location of Latin American restaurant opening in East Village. 2,000 square-feet with 80 seats, focusing more on cocktails and bar concept with shareable plates, croquettes and paellas.
Carversteak
Vegas-based steakhouse opening in Midtown West inside the Civilian Hotel. 2,400 square foot, 124-seat space designed by Rockwell Group with modern menu featuring wagyu, aged cuts, and tomahawks.
Bar Ferdinando
Italian bar and cafe taking over the former 121-year-old Ferdinando’s Focacceria location. Fourth business from restaurateur Sal Lamboglia, featuring aperitivi, cocktails, coffee, and Sicilian dishes including some recipes from the predecessor restaurant.