A family claims to have found a blade in their hot dog at Nathan's in Coney Island, which they shared in a viral TikTok video. The incident is under investigation by NYC Health Department.

The Cake Picnic tour is coming to Brooklyn on November 8, allowing cake enthusiasts to share and taste a variety of cakes. Tickets go on sale October 6 for $50.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Haifa Smoked Fish recalls smoked salmon and sea bass over Listeria concerns, with specific lot numbers 219 and 212, advising consumers to return products for refunds. No related illnesses reported yet.

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

The Pencil Factory bar in Greenpoint is set to reopen under new ownership, maintaining its local charm while planning minimal changes and possibly ending DJ-led dance parties.

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.

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.

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.

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