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.

Astoria's La Guli Pastry Shop debuts the "Pope Leo Cookie" to celebrate the first American Pope, Pope Leo XIV, with locals eager to try the new $5 vanilla shortbread treat.

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.

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.

Eataly is opening a new fast-casual café at Rockefeller Center on May 15, followed by a location at Hudson Yards and three outposts at JFK airport terminals in 2025.

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.

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 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.

Black Seed Bagels is closing its East Village location on May 4 due to the end of its lease and needing less space. Staff will be reassigned, and a new shop will open in Long Island City.

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

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.

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.

Fish Cheeks opens a second location in Williamsburg, offering its famed Thai seafood and new exclusive dishes, alongside a vegan and gluten-free bakery collaboration.