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.
Mama Dior
Mama Dior is a juice bar and wellness shop planned for 2236 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd at the corner of 132nd Street in Central Harlem. It will offer fresh juices, smoothies, and African-sourced wellness retail products. The concept is a spin-off from SenAgro USA, a NJ-based Black-owned importer and food service company. No official […]
Anderson
Upscale all-day New American restaurant planned for 41 St. Mark’s Pl. in the East Village, taking over the former Marylou/Cafe Orlin space. Led by industry veterans Aidan O’Neal, Jeff Robbins, and George Riddle. Menu features raw seafood bar, charcuterie, seasonal salads, steak frites, pan-roasted halibut, grilled lamb collar, and dry-aged duck breast. Interior will seat […]
Chacha’s Bar
Southeast Asian cocktail bar and restaurant from the team behind Fish Cheeks and Bangkok Supper Club, led by Jenn Saesue and mixologist Suwincha ‘Chacha’ Singsuwan (2024 Michelin Guide NY Exceptional Cocktails Award winner). Filed under Chacha’s Bar LLC, taking over the former Baar Baar space. Will seat 94 guests with two six-seat bars, open daily […]
Le Wine
Natural wine bar planned for Dimes Square in the Lower East Side, taking over the former Two Bridges space. Operated by Golden Age Hospitality, the owners of Le Dive. Features 20 wall counter seats, a 7-seat bar, and outdoor sidewalk seating. Menu focuses on small bites such as kalamata olives, charcuterie, shishito peppers, and duck […]