The article details the "Gingerbread NYC: Borough Bake-off" held at the Museum of the City of New York, where bakers created gingerbread replicas of iconic city landmarks.

Dominique Ansel, creator of the Cronut, will open Papa d’Amour in NYC, featuring French-Asian pastries, while Parisian baker Stéphane Louvard's "crookie" gains popularity in Paris.

Aqua New York, a large Italian-Japanese restaurant, opens in NYC's Flatiron District, offering two distinct menus from separate kitchens in a 24,000 square-foot space.

Sarabeth's has opened a new restaurant in Greenwich Village, their first expansion in Manhattan in 13 years, known for brunch favorites like eggs benedict and pancakes.

The Michelin Guide has added 19 restaurants to its New York City list, ahead of the star-awarding ceremony on December 9, showcasing a range of cuisines and potential future star recipients.

Locanda Verde is set to open a second location in Hudson Yards, keeping its Italian fare and neighborhood feel, complete with outdoor seating and artwork by Robert De Niro Sr.

Sanuki Udon, a new fast-casual Japanese noodle restaurant, opens near NYU, offering fresh udon and tempura with a focus on quick service and transparency in its noodle-making process.

A popular West Village bagel shop, Apollo Bagels, risks eviction due to long customer lines that disturb neighbors, despite management efforts to control the queues. The shop has filed a lawsuit to prevent eviction.

Billionaire Tilman Fertitta acquires New York's historic Keens steakhouse for $30 million, with a commitment to maintain its traditional character and management.

Community groups in NYC are providing food assistance, distributing turkeys and produce, as food insecurity rises, with one in four children facing hunger.

The last meat market in Manhattan's Meatpacking District is closing, as area gentrifies, symbolizing the district's shift from its butchery roots to upscale boutiques and restaurants.

Old Homestead Steakhouse in NYC offers the world's most expensive cranberry sauce, priced at $195 per dollop, featuring luxury ingredients like white truffle and 24k gold flakes.

Streecha Ukrainian Kitchen reopens in the East Village, serving traditional and new dishes, while continuing to support St. George Ukrainian Catholic Church.

NYC is experiencing a "bagel boom," with shops like PopUp Bagels expanding rapidly and integrating quality and innovation, while bagel rollers gain fame, reflecting the city's diverse culinary scene.

Giorgio Armani opens a luxury eatery, Armani Ristorante, in New York, combining fashion and gourmet dining with a menu curated by Chef Antonio D’Angelo.

The secretive NYC restaurant Frog Club, known for its strict rules and enigmatic ambiance, is closing down after struggling in the competitive dining scene.

Rockefeller Center's dining scene is revitalized with new eateries aimed at making Midtown a foodie destination, despite criticism of the underground concourse's ambiance.

Chef José Andrés is transforming his Hudson Yards restaurants, replacing Spanish Diner with Oyamel and converting Leña into a Basque steakhouse, Txula, by spring 2025.

Steve Olsen retired from West Bank Cafe & Laurie Beechman Theatre, passing ownership to producers Tom and Michael D'Angora. The venue, after financial woes and a community fundraising effort, is set to reopen under new management.

Lure Fishbar, a staple in Soho for 20 years, may close due to Prada potentially taking over its space, reflecting a trend of luxury brands expanding into dining.

Last Absolute Bagels from a closed NYC shop are being auctioned on eBay, with no bids yet. A branded cap is listed for $1000 on Facebook Marketplace. The shop shut down after failing a health inspection.

Bar Pisellino in the West Village expands, adding a retail shop and more space while maintaining its Italian bar ambiance, part of owners Williams and Sodi's growing culinary ventures.

Chef Flynn McGarry is set to open a new restaurant, Cove, in Manhattan in fall 2025, while the wine bar LaLou in Prospect Heights announces its closure due to industry challenges.

New York City's dining scene in 2025 will include new haute cuisine options, with highlights like Chef David Chang's Caribbean restaurant Kabawa and Chef Gregory Gourdet's Haitian-fusion Maison Passerelle.

Bradley Cooper teams up with Angelo's Pizzeria's Danny DiGiampietro to launch a Philly cheesesteak spot in New York, with a pop-up preview drawing queues.

New York City embraces country culture with the opening of Common Country, a bar in Kips Bay with a Southern vibe, late-night hours, and a menu featuring Southern dishes and whiskeys.

New York City saw over 3,100 new restaurants open from January to September 2024, with notable chefs introducing unique culinary concepts to the vibrant dining scene.

The iconic NYC dive bar Subway Inn has closed after 87 years but may reopen in Brooklyn or Queens. It was known for its diverse clientele, including celebrities. Economic challenges and shifting social habits contributed to the closure.

Increasing noise levels in NYC restaurants prompt calls for decibel transparency and quieter dining spaces, with health experts warning of potential hearing damage.

New NYC restaurants, like Kyo Brooklyn and Danny & Coop's, offer diverse dining options from matcha coffee to Philly cheesesteaks, while establishments like Ha’s Snack Bar and Sunn’s provide Korean and Vietnamese twists.

Katz’s Deli in NYC settles an ADA lawsuit, agreeing to pay $20K and make its facility more disability-friendly, including entrance assistance and restroom renovations.

Cody Pruitt is opening a French restaurant, La Royale, in Greenwich Village. Meanwhile, his insights on French dining were discussed in Frenchly, and Barclays Center debuts Pop's Patties stand. Polka Dot, a Polish eatery, struggles financially.

New York City's only revolving restaurant, The View, returns under Union Square Hospitality with a modern twist on American classics by Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley.

Citizens Market Hall at Manhattan West is set to close on April 2, affecting 68 employees. Despite its initial promise, the food hall's closure reflects a citywide downturn in such venues.

Amor y Amargo, an acclaimed bitters-focused bar, has reopened in its original East Village location, hosting guests and serving favorite cocktails again.

Chef Francis Mallmann is set to open a new restaurant in New York at the Faena New York hotel, bringing his live-fire cooking to the city's vibrant dining scene.

Businesses offer deals on National Bagel Day, featuring discounts and freebies from Bagel Brothers, Biggby Coffee, Einstein Bagels, Bruegger's, and others, as reported by NBC New York and TODAY.com.

Shake Shack is set to open new locations at Rockefeller Center and the Shops at Columbus Circle in New York City, adding to its extensive presence in the state.

Bar Mercer, a new SoHo restaurant by John McDonald, offers dishes like 'hangover pasta' and aims to provide a retro ambiance reminiscent of former hotspot MercBar.

Madras Dosa Co. is opening a new location in NYC on January 17, offering a variety of dosas and Indian dishes, with plans for further expansion in 2025.

L'Appartement 4F, known for its pastries, has begun a soft launch for its new West Village location in a building with historical culinary significance.

Nino’s Ristorante in NYC is closing after 35 years, while new establishments like Cuerno and non-alcoholic bar Mockingbird are opening, reflecting the city's evolving dining scene.

MUJI launched its first American food court in Chelsea Market, NYC, offering Japanese comfort foods and specialty drinks served by an AI robot barista.

Chef Chuck Valla opens Valla Table, an authentic Thai restaurant in Hell's Kitchen, featuring traditional dishes with personal twists and catering to various dietary needs.

Stephen Starr takes over iconic Italian eateries Babbo and Lupa in New York, reviving them with chef Mark Ladner, aiming to move past the controversies of former owner Mario Batali.

The Catch Team is set to take over 86 Bedford Street, previously home to the Frog Club, with plans to launch a new restaurant concept while respecting the location's historic legacy.

Zimmi's French bistro in NYC's West Village is expanding with a new adjacent wine bar, offering coffee and pastries by day and a savory selection at night.

Guy Fieri's new Chicken Guy! venture in Times Square had a muted opening with disappointing chicken dishes, despite the previous excitement for his NYC return.

NYC bodegas struggle to maintain affordable prices for the classic bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich amidst rising egg costs due to a persistent bird flu outbreak, with the future of the staple breakfast at risk.

Papa San, a Japanese Peruvian izakaya, opens at Hudson Yards, offering a blend of ceviches, onigiri, and robatayaki skewers, highlighting Peru's gastronomic rise and Nikkei cuisine.

LA's upscale Korean BBQ Jeong Yuk Jeom opens in NYC, offering premium meats, vegan options, and a vast drink menu, aiming to satisfy high-end dining enthusiasts.

Canal Street Market in Manhattan has closed, while Citizens Market Hall is also set to shut down, reflecting a broader trend of food hall closures in the city despite attempts at revival and adaptation.

New bakery Sweet Graffiti opens in Manhattan, featuring global-inspired desserts by chef Romina Peixoto. Smaller Whole Foods Market Daily Shop to open in Stuy Town. Mama Mia restaurant seeks financial support.

Chef Sungchul Shim is opening a new Korean steakhouse called Gui in Hell’s Kitchen, offering a mix of Korean and American cuisine, with plans for an omakase restaurant and a cocktail bar on the premises.

Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto plans to open a new high-end restaurant in Manhattan at 1255 Broadway by late 2025, after Morimoto NYC's closure five years earlier.

Celebrity chef Marc Forgione closes Trattoria One Fifth in NYC after less than a year, with intentions to focus on other projects. He also relocated his flagship restaurant to a historic site in Tribeca.

Annie Shi is opening a new wine bar in Chinatown focusing on Chinese cuisine, drawing from her Shanghai and Dalian roots, following her success at West Village's King and Jupiter.

Brooklyn's Cuts & Slices expands to the Lower East Side, introducing inventive pizzas like oxtail and shrimp and lobster Alfredo. No grand opening date for the Houston Street location yet.

The new restaurant Raon, founded by Soogil Lim and Saook Youn, is opening on Manhattan's Upper East Side, offering a tasting menu that highlights kimchi pairings with dishes for $225 and additional beverage options.

NYC restaurateurs are frustrated as the city's new outdoor dining permit process has issued only 40 approvals from over 3,600 applications, causing business concerns as the al fresco dining season nears.

Chicago's Maple Hospitality Group is set to open an upscale restaurant in Manhattan's Trump-backed building, signaling the company's expansion into New York.

Roman and Williams are set to open a new fine-dining restaurant at Sotheby's headquarters in the Breuer Building, NYC, building on La Mercerie's success.

Cafewal, a cafe in the East Village, offers free meals, job training, and support for migrants, especially those from Guinea, alongside serving the local community.

Lucy's, a beloved East Village dive bar, has reopened under Golden Age Hospitality with preserved aesthetics and necessary updates like ADA-compliant bathrooms.

Danny Meyer is expanding his Union Square Hospitality Group to Boston's Seaport District with two restaurants, Ci Siamo and Daily Provisions, slated to open in late 2025.

Tashkent Supermarket has opened a new location in Manhattan's West Village, featuring prepared foods, hot bar items, and groceries, much to the delight of local food enthusiasts.

Silver Moon Bakery on the Upper West Side is closing due to a rent dispute and eviction process initiated by their landlord. After 24 years, the beloved bakery will shut its doors, with locals mourning the loss of the community staple.

Daily Provisions opens new locations in Jersey City, offering a Taylor ham breakfast sandwich, and in Rockefeller Center, promising quick bites and seating for 19.

Survivor of the Nova Music Festival terror attack, Raif Rashed, opens a Middle Eastern restaurant, Taboonia, in Chelsea to promote healing and cultural connections through food.

Taiwanese-American Win Son Bakery expands to Manhattan's East Village, offering eclectic breakfast and more, with plans for daily operation from 8 a.m. to midnight.

Uniqlo has opened its first North American coffee shop inside its Midtown store in NYC, while its sister brand GU has launched its first U.S. store in SoHo, marking both Japanese brands' expansion in the U.S. market.

The Barracuda Lounge in Chelsea, an iconic LGBTQ+ bar known for its drag performances and nightlife, is closing due to damage from nearby construction.

Yankee Stadium introduces "Petroni Tiramisu" served in mini Yankees helmets, alongside new dining options, including Brooklyn Dumpling Shop and Bondi Sushi.

NYC restaurants prepare for outdoor dining with DOT's approval for 600 roadway and 2,000 sidewalk spaces. Despite red tape and only 39 licenses issued from 4,000 applications, restaurants can start without fines from April 1 if rules are followed.

Time Out Market is opening a new food hall in Union Square, featuring seven kitchens, a bar, and a stage, set to launch this fall in the Zero Irving building.

NYC outdoor dining resumes with 2,600 approved eateries, under new city rules limiting pandemic-era structures and imposing strict operating guidelines.

New York City has implemented a new $21.44 hourly minimum wage for app-based delivery workers, increased from an average of $5.39 before tips, following legal endorsements and inflation adjustments.

Chef Alex Guarnaschelli leads the New York Historical Society's restaurant Clara, featuring local produce and a cheeseburger costing $29. She enjoys cold spaghetti and meatballs as a midnight snack.

Nello, an Italian restaurant favored by celebrities and known for expensive dishes, is set to reopen in Midtown Manhattan at a new location following its closure due to financial issues.

Lungi, a South Indian and Sri Lankan restaurant on Manhattan's Upper East Side, earns Michelin Guide's recognition with authentic flavors rooted in the owner's familial recipes.

Portillo's introduces a "Hot Dog High Tea" in New York and Los Angeles, offering a unique spin on traditional tea time with whiskey cocktails and reinvented comfort foods.

Sam Yoo opens two Korean restaurants in Midtown Manhattan: the gastropub Golden HOF and the upscale NY Kimchi, offering a mix of Korean American dishes near Rockefeller Center.

The Tin Building by Jean-Georges is reducing operations due to financial losses, while T. Café introduces new pastries. Outdoor dining venues in NYC are reopening for the season.

Kancil, a Malaysian restaurant on the Upper West Side, is closing due to rising costs after a six-month run. Chef Simpson Wong and Salil Mehta's venture highlighted Malaysian cuisine with modern touches.

Philippe Chow faces a lawsuit from Extell Development for unpaid rent and overstaying its lease, with the restaurant's future relocation announced but unspecified.

Wegmans is opening a high-end sushi restaurant, Next Door, in Manhattan on April 30th, offering a menu crafted by skilled chefs with ingredients from Tokyo's Toyosu market.

Two long-standing NYC restaurants, Rue 57 and Queen of Sheba, are closing due to economic pressures and lease issues.

AgriAmerica Fruit Products LLC has revitalized a grape juice production facility in New York, creating jobs and boosting the local economy with a $2.5 million investment and assistance from the state.

I'm donut?, a Japanese doughnut shop, opened in Times Square, offering both sweet and savory flavors, with minimalist Japanese-inspired decor and vegan options.

Seamless promotes a $1 pizza slice deal in New York City, highlighting a nostalgic return of an affordable staple involving over 40 pizzerias. The promotion is pickup only and runs until May 20.

A new wine bar, Consigliere, is set to open in Newark, representing part of a revitalization effort funded by the Newark Retail Reactivation Initiative.

Chef José Andrés opens Oyamel in Hudson Yards, NYC, offering Mexican cuisine with dishes like tacos and lamb barbacoa in an environment inspired by Mexican street fairs.

Bar Bianchi, a new aperitivo bar inspired by Milan's piazza culture, has opened in New York's East Village, offering Milanese sophistication and a menu featuring Italian cocktails and dishes.

Chef Anthony Inn brings his innovative take on Taiwanese cuisine to JaBä in Midtown East, Manhattan, combining classic dishes with modern flair for a fresh and exciting culinary experience.

Luckin Coffee, China's rival to Starbucks, is set to open its first U.S. location in New York City, offering innovative, technology-driven service and competitive pricing despite past controversies.

Nerolab opens a Roman-style eatery at 40 Wall Street in the Trump Building, offering pizza, pastas, drinks, and coworking space, with plans for city-wide expansion.

Gui Steakhouse in New York's Theatre District launches a weekday lunch special with steak and endless fries. Also featured are collaborative culinary events, such as M. Wells' burger endeavor and Lore's new dosa stand at Smorgasburg.

Mah-Ze-Dahr Bakery in West Village closed suddenly due to eviction, leaving customers with pre-orders stranded. Founder Umber Ahmad plans to reopen despite financial struggles and legal disputes.

Chef Dominique Ansel opens Papa d’Amour, a French-Asian bakery in Greenwich Village, showcasing innovative pastries like taro mochi donuts and scallion basil blossoms.

Santiago Perez, founder of Cosme, launches the new Santo Taco taqueria in NYC's Nolita, while remaining a partner at Casamata. The venue will serve a simple menu focusing on high-quality ingredients and transparency in sourcing.

Dominique Ansel's new bakery Papa d'Amour merges French and Asian pastries, highlighting his cultural background without offering his famous Cronut to maintain creativity.

Dubai chocolate has become a viral trend in NYC, with stores selling out rapidly, inspired by a TikTok video. Prices vary, with bars costing up to $154, but Trader Joe's offers an affordable version at $3.99.

Mama's Pizza on the Upper West Side is closing its current location, with plans to relocate nearby, amidst a wider context of NYC pizza place changes.

Eim Khao Mun Kai, a popular Thai eatery in Queens, is set to open a new location in Manhattan's East Village, offering its famed chicken-and-rice dishes.

Teranga, a prominent fast-casual West African restaurant in Harlem, is set to close its original location on June 15, with the chef hinting at future expansions.

Sailor's Choice, a coastal-themed dining venue, has opened at Hudson Yards in Manhattan, offering New England seafood and a relaxed atmosphere anchored by a vintage boat bar.

Lincoln Center's "Summer for the City" will feature Festival Food Trucks with dishes from NY chefs at accessible prices, including Kwame Onwuachi's Patty Palace.

A Carvel billboard in Manhattan's West Village is giving away free vanilla soft serve from noon to 7 p.m. on a Wednesday, with additional perks for loyalty program members.

Halley Chambers and Kip Green are set to open Cleo Downtown, a rotisserie restaurant in Manhattan's West Village, in spring 2026, expanding their Brooklyn success to new borough.

Hulk Hogan, in partnership with Rich Rosen, is opening a $7 million bar called Slam opposite Madison Square Garden, featuring wrestling memorabilia and his own beer brand.

Tony's Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco was ranked third-best pizzeria in the US for 2025 by 50 Top Pizza, with its sister venue Pizza Rock placing 33rd and Rose Pizzeria in Berkeley at 50th.

Hector's Cafe and Diner in New York's Meatpacking District is closing after 76 years, with rising costs and development pressures signaling a broader trend of iconic city diner closures.

Overthrow Hospitality has opened Al-Andalus, a Middle Eastern-inspired vegan tapas restaurant in the East Village, offering affordable dining options with all items priced under $10.

Lower Manhattan community supports Luis Fernandez, a detained Ecuadorian immigrant and a 7-year waiter at Square Diner, despite his prior DUI convictions.

Le Chêne, a West Village restaurant, offers a popular $28 clafoutis dessert. While some dishes lack seasoning, its French cuisine and high-priced, large-format desserts reflect a citywide trend in response to rising costs.

Corner Bistro is expanding to the East Village, promising the same ambiance and menu that made it popular since 1961. Owner Elizabeth McGrath continues her family's legacy despite past challenges.

Partners behind C as in Charlie and Kisa plan to open a new Korean-American restaurant in NYC's East Village, with a 10-year lease on 166 First Avenue. Opening expected in 2026.

Chef Salvo Lo Castro, who previously cooked for popes and presidents, has opened CASASALVO in SoHo, offering Italian cuisine with global influences to all diners.

Moonrise Bagels will open a new location in Greenwich Village and offer stuffed bagels, while Corner Bistro will expand to the East Village with a broader menu than its iconic burgers.

Ex-Vatican chef Salvo Lo Castro opens CasaSalvo in SoHo, sharing his Sicilian culinary expertise with a democratic ethos, treating all patrons equally.

New Michelin-starred fine-dining Indian restaurant Musaafer opens in New York's Tribeca, bringing its upscale regional Indian cuisine and opulent decor from its original Houston location.

Time Out Market New York is opening a Union Square location featuring vendors like Patty Palace and Kebabwala, and will serve as a cultural hub with events and a curated bar.

Aokō Matcha has opened in NYC's West Village, offering a matcha gelato tasting experience with varying intensities, along with lattes, desserts, and educational insights into matcha tradition.

The Eighty Six, a new 35-seat steakhouse by the team behind Corner Store and Catch Hospitality, is opening in New York City with an anticipated scramble for reservations. The menu features upscale steakhouse fare and inventive cocktails.

Tribeca Park Cafe closed permanently after nearly 50 years, following an $18 million property sale and plans for luxury condos. The neighborhood fixture, owned by the Abdalla family, was known for its community atmosphere and early morning service.

Tracks Raw Bar & Grill opened its second location at Grand Central Madison, next to the LIRR ticket window, marking a significant addition for the station.

Chef Romina Peixoto runs Sweet Graffiti, a Manhattan dessert shop known for creative pastries with global influences, including Latin and Middle Eastern flavors.

Sunn's is a popular 24-seat Korean restaurant in NYC's Chinatown, known for its unique fusion dishes and personal dining experience. Reservations are sought-after due to limited seating.

New York City's first Curbside Dining Restaurant Week has started, offering discounts at various eateries and advocating for improved permanent outdoor dining policies.

Breads Bakery is opening a new location in Williamsburg, set to join a waterfront development in 2026, featuring an open kitchen and exclusive items for Brooklyn.

London's Kricket restaurant debuts in NYC with a pop-up at Comal in October, while Little Italy celebrates the 99th Feast of San Gennaro with cultural events and food.

RedFarm, a Chinese restaurant in the West Village, reopens at its original location after a two-year closure due to fire, offering its full menu and a cocktail bar called Decoy.

A permanent Central Perk, the coffee shop from "Friends," will open in Times Square, featuring exclusive merchandise, original coffee blends, and an iconic setting.

Seahorse, a new seafood brasserie by chef John Villa and restaurateur John McDonald, opens in Union Square's W New York hotel, offering high-end seafood dishes and inventive cocktails within a nautically-themed space by the Rockwell Group.

Ikea plans to open a new 25,000-square-foot store in Manhattan's Soho, further expanding its urban market strategy with a smaller-format retail space.

A NYC Community Kitchen led by activist Mark Bittman and chef Mavis-Jay Sanders offers a pay-what-you-can, nine-course menu, foregoing profits for food quality and sustainability, aiming to inspire policy change for food accessibility.

MacDougal Street in Greenwich Village, NYC, offers a diverse range of dining options, from Belgian fries to Ethiopian food and from historic taverns to street food. Food critic Robert Sietsema highlights the area's variety and history.

Voodoo Doughnut is opening its first Northeast location in Union Square, NYC, bringing its unique doughnut flavors and vibrant atmosphere to the area.

Ja Rule launched his whiskey brand, Amber & Opal, accompanied by an event at Amali NYC featuring signature cocktails, a southern-inspired dinner, and plans for a bar takeover tour.

Tim League is opening Metro Private Cinema in Chelsea, offering luxury private screenings with themed multi-course dinners, starting at $300. The cinema opens on October 29.

New York and other states plan emergency measures as SNAP benefits face potential delays, impacting millions and prompting states to use surplus funds to avoid a food crisis.

After a fire damaged Santiago's Beer Garden in East Harlem, owner Matthew Fermin launched a GoFundMe to support unemployed staff. Firefighters battled the blaze which also affected neighboring buildings.

New York’s Kyuramen has opened its first Nevada outpost in Henderson, pairing signature bowls and rice‑patty burgers with an on‑site TBaar boba counter. The arrival is part of the chain’s rapid national expansion.

The East Village's new wine bar, Stars, offers over 1,000 bottles and 20 by-the-glass options in a cozy, 450-square-foot space with a small, complementary snack menu.

Fire at Manhattan's omakase restaurant, Shion 69 Leonard, causes its closure and leaves its future uncertain. Chef Shion Uino to update on plans soon.

San Francisco’s Bun Mee is rolling into Manhattan this summer with a multi‑site franchise push; leases are still being finalized. The chain’s SFO success helped attract a New York partner.

At Salt Hank's in the West Village, the $34 French dip sandwich, crafted with high-quality ingredients by Henry Laporte and chef Daniel Rubenfeld, has become hugely popular, drawing long lines and social media acclaim.

DoorDash resumes deliveries in NYC after a snowstorm, while a federal judge upholds new tipping rules that companies such as DoorDash and Uber Eats had opposed.

Odo East Village, a 24-seat 'kaiseki izakaya' style Japanese restaurant by Chef Hiroki Odo, will open on February 1 in New York, blending fine dining with a casual atmosphere and serving affordable dishes.

Or’esh, a new SoHo restaurant by Catch Hospitality Group and Michelin-starred chef Nadav Greenberg, aims to redefine Mediterranean cuisine with a custom charcoal grill central to its inventive menu.

Wonder acquires Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken, expanding its food hall empire and planning to scale up the brand, with no immediate changes to the East Village location.

Chef Ambrely Ouimette's new 10-seat omakase, Anbā, opens at 92 Ludlow with a 16-course, $220 tasting menu and a late-night cocktail lounge.

Renwick Hospitality will open Golden Child, a rooftop cocktail bar at Hotel Park Ave in NoMad, slated for Spring 2026.

FDA‑classified recall of single‑serve peanut‑butter packets shipped to 40 states includes products distributed in New York and New Jersey; check packages and lot numbers before use.

H&H Bagels opens in Pinecrest next Thursday, bringing kettle‑boiled New York bagels and a menu of Nova salmon, avocado sandwiches and breakfast staples. Early lines are likely.

Tsion Café, NYC's Ethiopian-Israeli eatery, closed to walk-ins due to antisemitic threats. Despite a positive pivot to a vegan, kosher menu, owner Beejhy Barhany faced increased hostility, prompting calls for a civil rights probe into the harassment.

"Tippy Toes" baby food is recalled due to high patulin levels; parents advised to check for affected products with a best by of July 17, 2026 and dispose of or return them.

Visitors to i Candy at One Times Square can enjoy a candy-filled journey through Central Park, New York City neighborhoods, and a stylized underground scene, ending with a Candy Shop offering exclusive sweets. The attraction is open to all ages, and tickets can be purchased online.

Midtown coffee carts are nudging up prices as wholesale bean costs, trade moves and drought squeeze vendors, pushing small cups above the neighborhood staple rate. Vendors say sales have dipped and some have cut take‑home pay.

Chubby Tan brings Sendai-style, charcoal-grilled beef tongue to the East Village with a chef-view counter and set meals around $25.

Shanghai-based TEAPULSE opened a Koreatown flagship at 65 W 30th St, expanding across NYC with milk teas, tea-lemonades and a pastel de nata bakery. The rollout includes new Manhattan outposts and existing Queens shops.

Chef Tan's East Village outpost closed after service on Feb. 15; a storefront sign blames exhaust-duct repairs.

Melba’s Grand Central outpost proved a hit. The Harlem restaurant plans a 60‑seat Newark spot this spring and says it will create roughly 250 jobs.

Owners of Cafe Mogador have filed for a liquor license to open Matbucha at 126 St. Mark’s Place, pitching a small-plates bar next door to the East Village institution.

A new rooftop listening lounge on Pier 57 pairs precise sushi and a vinyl soundtrack with Hudson River views.

Bistrot Ha expands Ha’s Snack Bar into a louder 45‑seat Lower East Side bistrot, serving fish‑sauce‑forward Franco‑Vietnamese plates and tight reservations.

Domo Hospitality Group will open Konya by Konban at 235 Kent Ave in Williamsburg, taking a 1,850‑square‑foot storefront with a patio under a 10‑year lease.

Chef Michael Toscano is moving da Toscano from Minetta Lane to the Iroquois Hotel; the West Village dining room closes this weekend and reopens March 2 in Midtown. The move keeps signature pastas while adding breakfast, lunch and a hotel-room-service menu.

Rosina recalled about 9,462 pounds of Bremer Family Size meatballs after metal fragments were reported. Packages sold at Aldi carry EST. 4286B and a Best By date of Oct. 30.

Bondi-born THISBOWL claimed a roughly 2,000-sq-ft storefront at 1880 Broadway for its fifth NYC location, joining West Elm and other retail tenants on Broadway.

The New York restaurant Serafina has finished its Marbella fit‑out and plans a spring opening, bringing its celebrity‑favored Italian menu to the Costa del Sol.

Mixue, the Chinese ice‑cream‑and‑tea chain, opened a Herald Square shop selling $1.19 cones; crowds and mixed reviews show the arrival is more novelty than culinary triumph for now.

A Chelsea diner that served residents of Selis Manor closed on Feb. 22 after lease talks collapsed, leaving longtime patrons and staff uncertain. Owner Alexandros Grimpas hopes to reopen nearby.

The team behind Kisa and C as in Charlie will open Good Time Country Buffet at 166 First Avenue this spring, serving Southern comfort food in a set‑price buffet.

Barbetta, the family-run Italian on Restaurant Row, will close after roughly 120 years; final service is Friday, Feb. 27. The house is offering select cellar bottles at steep discounts.

Susumu Kakinuma’s Seirinkan is in residence at Sake No Hana on the Bowery for a five-night pop-up, bringing Tokyo-style, wood-fired pizzas and imported flour. The tight menu pairs those pies with Sake No Hana’s Japanese small plates.

Hamptons favorite Hampton Chutney Co. has opened a NoHo storefront on Astor Place. Expect giant dosas and jars of house-made chutneys to-go.

Matter in NoHo pairs counter service with a nutrition app so diners can build bowls and watch calories and macros update in real time.

Seoul-born CHUNG DDUK opened in Koreatown with a grab-and-go rice cake counter at Food Gallery 32. The shop sells cream dduk, hot hodduk and frozen gift boxes.

Supermoon Bakehouse will open a flagship at Chelsea Market this spring, taking over Sarabeth's longtime stall and bringing colorful cruffins, croissants and gelato to the concourse.

After 25 years, Chelsea staple Elmo is closing when its lease ended. The restaurant will host its last dinner on March 13.

Skëwr, from Bungalow founder Jimmy Rizvi, has opened in NoMad with 17 char-grilled skewers, mezze and wood-fired mains.

Buena Vista is opening a cocktail‑forward second location at 88 Second Ave in the East Village, taking a 3,284‑sq‑ft corner space and aiming for spring 2026.

A voluntary recall covers small packages of Premium Food Jordan Almonds sold in New York and New Jersey after labels omitted wheat and listed unapproved blue dyes. Officials say no illnesses have been reported so far.

Aman New York is now taking afternoon‑tea reservations from non‑guests — a $148 ritual served in the Crown Building’s 14th‑floor Lounge Bar. The set leans savory, finishes sweet and encourages champagne pairings.

The Nami Nori team is opening a gimbap pop‑up in the old Postcard Bakery and NoHo pita shop Shifka is launching a series of collabs — including a Katz’s pastrami laffa — next week.

Aquarelle owner Marcus Andrew has applied to open a Mediterranean seafood spot at 905 1st Ave in Midtown East, seeking a liquor license and outdoor seating.

Jeff Bell's Highball Ltd. is a hidden speakeasy on the 11th floor of 10 Grand Central. Entry is via a red light on Third Ave and a freight elevator to the Meeting Galleries.

A Smithtown Carrabba’s has been converted into The Chas steakhouse as Bloomin’ Brands shutters other locations, including a Willow Grove spot eyed by Texas Roadhouse.

The D.C.-born toast chain Toastique opened its first Long Island location in Woodbury on Feb. 28, replacing a longtime sandwich shop and serving gourmet toasts, bowls and cold-pressed juices.

Ayat will open a Hinds Hall location at 941 Amsterdam, replacing Mama’s Pizza. The name and the restaurant’s ties to Columbia activism have split neighbors.

Hi.Dozo, chef Daisuke Nakazawa’s DoorDash-first sushi brand, is opening a Midtown Manhattan production hub near Rockefeller Center with boxed nigiri and limited seating.

Le Colonial has signed for 50 West 57th Street and plans a summer 2027 reopening in Midtown with a 215‑seat dining room and private event spaces.

Lucia Pizza will take over the former Starbucks at 159 Columbus Ave, adding a fifth NYC location. No opening date has been announced.

Katana Kitten’s Masahiro Urushido is bringing The Winters Coming to Chelsea — a smaller Japanese cocktail bar serving seasonal drinks and home‑style small plates.

A March health inspection at Patsy's Pizzeria on East 60th Street turned up evidence of both rats and mice — plus five other violations — enough to potentially knock the longtime A-grader down to a C. Here's what inspectors found, and what it means for a well-known New York pizza name.

Buckhead’s Umi will open a Manhattan outpost at 63 Madison Ave later this year, bringing a sushi bar, private dining and an omakase counter to Flatiron–NoMad. Owners say New York feels like a natural evolution after 12 years in Atlanta.

Speaker Julie Menin and Mayor Zohran Mamdani are backing changes that could let roadway dining operate year‑round while lawmakers weigh bills to simplify approvals.

After a sold‑out debut, Camp Rubirosa will return to East Hampton as an annual summer fixture, reopening May 15 with Rubirosa classics and a campy outdoor vibe.

The Empress Room opened above Madam Mikette’s in Midtown East, offering tarot-named cocktails, small plates and live jazz in a candlelit upstairs lounge.

Patsy's Pizzeria will open a 96-seat coal-oven outpost at Freehand New York next Wednesday, steps from Gramercy Park.

Ghemo, a Georgian bakery and wine bar, is headed to 201 West 106th Street with khachapuri, khinkali and a 40‑seat dining room aimed at Upper West Side neighbors.

Letterkenny Hospitality’s Primrose will open a cocktail bar and neighborhood eatery in NoMad this summer at 127 W 26th St.

After a surprise eviction from a Second Avenue sublease, Regina's Grocery has temporarily set up inside Ethyl’s, the Studio 54–themed bar while a lease fight plays out. The deli’s owner calls it a New York pivot as customers keep coming.

Chama Mama opened a 6,300‑sq‑ft Bushwick spot at 81 Morgan Ave with a 64‑seat dining room, a bar and Let’s Chama bakery serving khachapuri and pastries. The new outpost expands the group beyond its Chelsea roots.

Martha's Vineyard favorite Fat Ronnie's has opened at 303 Sixth Avenue, bringing thick, butcher‑style Angus burgers and 30+ toppings to the West Village.

The Roost Outpost at 55 1st St. closed after owners couldn't renew the lease; they say they're exploring new locations and will sell beans online.

See No Evil Pizza is opening a street‑level slice shop at 11 Waverly Place, bringing 20‑inch thin‑crust pies and a short beer‑and‑wine list to Greenwich Village.

Bub’s Bakery in NoHo bakes without the top nine allergens and has turned its cinnamon roll into a must‑try for New Yorkers with allergies. The compact shop draws morning lines and early sellouts.