Cozy Soup 'n' Burger, the family-run Greenwich Village diner known for oversized burgers and thick split-pea soup, is set to close in June after more than five decades on Broadway. Word of the impending shutdown has quickly spread among longtime regulars and late-night loyalists, who say losing Cozy feels a bit like losing part of the block. For now, the team behind the counter is keeping details close, beyond confirming the planned month of closure.
As reported by Crain's New York Business, owner John Stratidis told the outlet the diner will shutter in June. The May 22, 2026 Crain's piece is the first local report to publicly document the planned closing and identifies Stratidis as the operator of the decades-old spot.
About the diner
Cozy opened in the early 1970s and carved out its identity with nine-ounce burgers, hefty bowls of split-pea soup and an anything-goes menu that could satisfy just about anyone stumbling in off Broadway. Over the years it became a magnet for NYU students, theater workers and tourists, all sharing counter space and oversized plates. The Infatuation notes the restaurant's long run and recurring celebrity visits, both of which helped lock in its status as a neighborhood staple.
Location and hours
The diner sits at 739 Broadway, near Astor Place, and the restaurant's website still lists current hours and contact information. According to the site, regular hours are Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri–Sat 8 a.m.–10 p.m. and Sun 10 a.m.–8 p.m. The online menu and phone numbers remain active. Cozy Soup & Burger continues to offer the most up-to-date practical details for customers.
For many in the neighborhood, the news feels like the end of an era. Cozy's counter service, oversized portions and late-night hours have long been part of Broadway's rhythm. We will keep an eye out for a firm last day of service and any word on what might move into the space next, and will update this story as more information surfaces.
