The USDA's FSIS issued a public health alert for certain Blackwing‑branded beef and pork produced without an official inspection mark; affected packages were shipped nationwide.

City inspection records show 22 violation points for Carbone — inspectors flagged flies and unprotected food, and reporters say the West Village spot wasn't displaying its B grade.

Sama 'Za, a '90s‑themed pizza parlor, opens March 31 in Hell's Kitchen with 72‑hour fermented‑dough pies and soda‑shop cocktails.

After 10 years on President Street, Strong Rope is closing its Gowanus taproom. Forever Homebrewing will take the space and plans to open as Forever Brewing in April.

John Coppola will open Dumbo Diner at 53 Pearl Street, occupying about 3,000 square feet in a building that once housed a 19th-century paint factory. The all-day spot is slated to open this fall.

Philippe Chow has relocated its New York flagship to 10 East 52nd Street, opening March 27, 2026. The Fifth Avenue space keeps tableside Peking duck and adds private wine rooms and a Moët‑paired tasting.

Guardian, a new rooftop at W New York – Union Square, debuts March 30 with skyline views, a retractable glass roof, cocktails and shareable seafood. Reservations on Resy.

Tops has issued a Class I recall of Christopher Ranch 6‑ounce peeled garlic over refrigeration concerns. Customers can return affected bags for a full refund.

Sergimmo Salumeria closed March 18 and The Meatball Shop's Ninth Avenue location could shut by month-end, leaving a hole in Hell's Kitchen's Italian options.

Dean Pashalis9 new Eastern Mediterranean spot, Dear Margo, opens March 25 at 961 Lexington with laffa, shareable mezze and skewers.

Fitrition built its brand on fresh ingredients, no added sugar, and feeling good — but the health department has now flagged the Bayside flagship four inspections in a row, most recently for flies in food areas and conditions ripe for rodents. Turns out the smoothies aren't the only thing that's been brewing.

Michael Schulson’s new Midtown izakaya is getting buzz for a shellfish nabemono the New York Post called the year's best new seafood dish. The two-level spot mixes sushi, robata and group-friendly plates.

Delmonico's has signed a long-term lease at 1330 Avenue of the Americas, taking roughly 11,735 square feet for a new Midtown outpost overseen by a new executive chef.