Guy Fieri is opening his Chicken Guy! franchise in NYC's Times Square, offering sandwiches and a variety of sauces. He's also returning to Syracuse to feature Pastabilities on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

Diamond Slice, formerly After Hours Pizza, is set to open in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, offering a slice-based service in contrast to nearby pizzerias. The menu includes unique pizza toppings, with plans for focaccia sandwiches and salads.

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.

Murray Hill's Abbey Tavern closed after failing to agree on rent, surprising patrons before a major sports game. The bar, open since 1963, had been a community staple.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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