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Chinatown Restaurant Week to feature 18 eateries with off-menu specials and prix-fixe deals

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May 8, 2025

Chinatown Restaurant Week to feature 18 eateries with off-menu specials and prix-fixe deals

By Aaron Ginsburg

A week-long culinary festival in New York City will highlight the unique flavors and stories behind some of Chinatown’s best restaurants. Hosted by Welcome to Chinatown from May 19 through May 24, Chinatown Restaurant Week includes 18 neighborhood restaurants, from long-standing favorites like Hop Kee and Jing Fong to newer innovative additions shaping the future of Chinatown's food scene. Each will offer prix-fixe menus and special dishes available exclusively during the event.
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First look at the food hall opening at NYC’s Lord & Taylor building

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April 28, 2025

First look at the food hall opening at NYC’s Lord & Taylor building

By Aaron Ginsburg

New York City's landmarked Lord & Taylor building will be publicly accessible for the first time since the flagship department store closed in 2019. A 35,000-square-foot food hall, dubbed Shaver Hall, will open later this year on the ground floor of the historic Fifth Avenue building. Amazon bought the property in 2020 and converted the space into offices in 2023. Newly released renderings are showing off the food hall's 11 curated stalls, wine and cheese bar, and "modern bodega."
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Upscale sushi restaurant to open inside the Wegmans on Astor Place

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April 17, 2025

Upscale sushi restaurant to open inside the Wegmans on Astor Place

By Devin Gannon

An upscale sushi restaurant is opening inside the East Village Wegmans. On April 30, the supermarket will debut Next Door, a restaurant with a "fresh take on contemporary Japanese cuisine" inside the Astor Place store. Designed in a warm and inviting Art Deco-inspired style, Next Door will offer a main dining room, a champagne bar, and a sushi counter, where diners can enjoy fish sourced by Wegmans directly from Tokyo, an extensive raw bar, and small plates and entrees from the robata grill.
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Easter and Passover 2025: Where to order takeout in NYC

April 10, 2025

Easter and Passover 2025: Where to order takeout in NYC

By Aaron Ginsburg

Springtime in New York City brings longer days, blossoming flowers, and festive meals shared with friends and family. This year, April also ushers in the holidays of Easter and Passover, along with the often daunting task of hosting loved ones. Fortunately, plenty of restaurants and culinary spots across the five boroughs offer full, festive meal packages to take the pressure off. Ahead, we've rounded up some of the top places in NYC providing Easter and Passover meal packages so you can enjoy the holidays without the hassle of cooking or cleanup.
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23 best flea and food markets in NYC to visit this spring

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April 4, 2025

23 best flea and food markets in NYC to visit this spring

By Aaron Ginsburg

It's officially spring in New York City, even if it may not feel like it yet. New Yorkers will shake off their winter blues and get ready for the months of outdoor fun that lie ahead. One of the best ways to get out and enjoy the nice weather is by heading to an outdoor market to browse troves of unique treasures or try a tasty treat. We've rounded up some of our favorite outdoor spring and summer markets, whether you're looking for fresh, locally grown produce at the city's Greenmarkets or one-of-a-kind vintage finds at flea markets in Brooklyn and Queens.
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New York to issue liquor licenses to outdoor dining restaurants amid delays

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April 3, 2025

New York to issue liquor licenses to outdoor dining restaurants amid delays

By Aaron Ginsburg

New Yorkers no longer have to dread a boozeless outdoor dining experience this season. Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday announced that the State Liquor Authority (SLA) will now accept conditional approvals issued by the Department of Transportation (DOT) to restaurants participating in the city's Dining Out NYC program, allowing them to serve alcohol in their outdoor dining areas while their applications are being reviewed. The processing of liquor license applications has been significantly delayed, with only seven out of roughly 3,000 applicants receiving approval as of Saturday.
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NYC’s outdoor dining season kicks off

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April 1, 2025

NYC’s outdoor dining season kicks off

By Aaron Ginsburg

The sun is finally out, and the tables are, too—outdoor dining is officially back in New York City. Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday announced the start of Dining Out NYC, a program allowing certain restaurants to offer outdoor seating on streets and sidewalks across the five boroughs from April 1 through November 29. At the program's peak during the pandemic, more than 12,500 restaurants participated. As of Tuesday, just 2,450 outdoor dining setups, including 600 on the street, have been approved by the city, although more are expected to open in the coming weeks.
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Bryant Park Grill sues to stop Jean-Georges takeover

Bryant Park Grill. Photo via Wikimedia Commons

April 1, 2025

Bryant Park Grill sues to stop Jean-Georges takeover

By Aaron Ginsburg

The owner of Bryant Park Grill is taking legal action to stop the 30-year-old restaurant from being replaced by a new Jean-Georges Vongerichten venture. Michael Weinstein's Ark Restaurants Corp on Monday filed a lawsuit against Bryant Park Corporation (BPC), alleging the bidding process was neither publicly advertised nor transparent and was "unfairly steered" toward the Seaport Entertainment Group, the winning bid. The lawsuit also claims BPC ignored the grill's "right of first lease" and rejected its bid of $1 million more in annual rent than offered by Seaport.
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Asian food hall to open in Long Island City this spring

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March 19, 2025

Asian food hall to open in Long Island City this spring

By Aaron Ginsburg

A new food hall showcasing the best of Asian cuisine is set to open in Long Island City this May. Dubbed the LIC Food Hall, the culinary experience will debut inside the Star Tower condo building at 27-17 42nd Road, as first reported by LIC Post. Featuring 10 established and emerging vendors, the hall will offer a mix of dine-in and takeout options, serving up Chinese, Vietnamese, Taiwanese, and Japanese specialties.
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36 bars to watch March Madness games in NYC

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March 17, 2025

36 bars to watch March Madness games in NYC

By Aaron Ginsburg

With the abundance of sports bars and pubs scattered across New York City, it can be hard to sort through to find the best ones to watch your favorite team. With the NCAA March Madness tournament approaching, 6sqft put together a list of some of our favorite sports bars in the city to watch the games, prepare a bracket, and enjoy some good food and drinks.
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The best ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NYC

March 11, 2025

The best ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in NYC

By Aaron Ginsburg

New York City goes all out for St. Patrick's Day, celebrating the Emerald Isle with parades, pubs, pints, and performances throughout March. With deep Irish roots, the city's Irish community has played a vital role in shaping its identity, and so on St. Patrick's Day, New Yorkers come together to celebrate the culture, people, and history of Ireland, as well as the contributions of Irish Americans. Ahead, here are some ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the five boroughs, from enjoying Irish whiskey flights and pints of Guinness at pubs across the city to experiencing traditional Irish song and dance at Radio City Music Hall and the New York Irish Center.
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Israeli celebrity chef Eyal Shani will open new restaurant at Williamsburg development

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March 10, 2025

Israeli celebrity chef Eyal Shani will open new restaurant at Williamsburg development

By Devin Gannon

A residential development in South Williamsburg is adding a restaurant from a celebrity chef. Israeli chef Eyal Shani and Good People Group will open a new restaurant concept at Williamsburg Wharf, a project with five new residential towers and a public park currently under construction on the waterfront. Developer Naftali Group announced on Monday that the new eatery will occupy 4,000 square feet of ground-floor space along Kent Avenue.
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Time Out to open new food hall in Union Square this fall

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March 7, 2025

Time Out to open new food hall in Union Square this fall

By Aaron Ginsburg

Time Out is opening its second food hall in New York City this fall. Set to occupy the ground floor of Union Square's Zero Irving tech hub, the 10,000-square-foot Time Out Market will feature a curated selection of the city's premier culinary and cultural experiences. The 300-seat space will include seven kitchens, a fully stocked bar, an outdoor terrace, and a stage for live performances by local artists, according to Time Out.
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NYC’s only revolving restaurant reopens in Times Square

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February 13, 2025

NYC’s only revolving restaurant reopens in Times Square

By Devin Gannon

New York City's only revolving restaurant is spinning again. The View, on the 47th and 48th floors of the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square, reopened this week following a revamp by Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) and David Rockwell's Rockwell Group. Formerly host to an all-you-can-eat buffet, the two-story restaurant has been reimagined as an upscale dining destination inspired by "American supper clubs and chop houses of earlier eras."
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Melba’s opens location in Grand Central Terminal

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February 6, 2025

Melba’s opens location in Grand Central Terminal

By Aaron Ginsburg

Southern comfort food favorite Melba's is now serving a taste of Harlem in Grand Central Terminal. The 500-square-foot outpost will offer the Harlem restaurant's signature Southern comfort food from Chef Melba Wilson, including her renowned Chicken and Eggnog Waffles and Low Country Collard Greens.
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Governors Island oyster bar closing, new outdoor restaurant to open next year

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February 4, 2025

Governors Island oyster bar closing, new outdoor restaurant to open next year

By Devin Gannon

The first full-fledged restaurant to ever open on Governors Island will close this year. Island Oyster opened its doors in 2017 and became a summer destination for seafood, island-inspired cocktails, and stunning skyline views. This week the Trust for Governors Island issued a request for proposals seeking a new seasonal food and beverage operator for the 32,000-square-foot waterfront site starting in 2026. The James Beard award-nominated Island Oyster will operate one final season before ending its run on October 31, 2025.
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Planet Hollywood returns to NYC with 360-degree video screens instead of movie memorabilia

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February 3, 2025

Planet Hollywood returns to NYC with 360-degree video screens instead of movie memorabilia

By Aaron Ginsburg

Planet Hollywood, the iconic movie-themed restaurant chain that launched in the 1990s and closed during the pandemic, reopened in Times Square following a $20 million transformation. The new iteration of the restaurant won't be a total 90s throwback, with the walls and ceilings covered in high-definition screens that will transport diners to "thematic worlds" to make "every meal an epic journey." The reopening marks a fresh chapter for Planet Hollywood and the restaurant will replace its signature movie memorabilia-filled interior with over 692 video tiles showing interactive videos.
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Bryant Park Grill closing this spring, will be replaced by a Jean-Georges restaurant

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January 28, 2025

Bryant Park Grill closing this spring, will be replaced by a Jean-Georges restaurant

By Aaron Ginsburg

After 30 years in business, the Bryant Park Grill is set to close and be replaced by a new Jean-Georges Vongerichten venture. As first reported by Crain's New York, the iconic 1,000-seat restaurant, which sits behind the New York Public Library and generates nearly $30 million in sales annually, will not have its lease renewed by the Bryant Park Corporation when it expires in May. Bryant Park officials said the restaurant had become "tired" and that it was time for a fresh start with a new operator.
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January 21, 2025

Japanese brand Muji opens first U.S. food market in Chelsea Market

By Aaron Ginsburg

Beloved Japanese brand Muji just launched its first-ever food market in the United States at Chelsea Market. The Muji Food Market, which opened on Monday, features Japanese-style sandwiches, specialty beverages, and an AI-powered coffee-making robot, all complementing the store's signature decor, beauty, apparel, and other popular products.
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The Dead Rabbit to debut new sports bar pop-up at Rooftop at Pier 17 this week

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January 7, 2025

The Dead Rabbit to debut new sports bar pop-up at Rooftop at Pier 17 this week

By Aaron Ginsburg

The Dead Rabbit, one of New York City's most iconic Irish pubs, is kicking off the new year with an all-new concept in the South Street Seaport. Starting January 10, the celebrated bar will transform the Rooftop at Pier 17 into "Joxer's," a winter sports bar concept that combines the Dead Rabbit's Irish charm with a unique menu, striking decor, private dining cottages, bungalows, a full-service bar, and access to the rooftop's ice skating rink. The pop-up will run seven days a week through early March before transitioning into the pub's "Paddy's Not Patty's" St. Patrick's Day concept.
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‘Black market’ NYC restaurant reservations banned by state law

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December 20, 2024

‘Black market’ NYC restaurant reservations banned by state law

By Aaron Ginsburg

Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday signed legislation that bans the "predatory black market" practice of third-party reservation services arranging and selling reservations at sought-after New York City restaurants. The law targets services that use bots to acquire the most sought-after reservation times on platforms like Resy, which have "wreaked havoc" through no-shows and last-minute cancellations and make dining inaccessible to regular New Yorkers who don’t want to pay extra.
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Cookbooks from NYC’s top restaurants and chefs make great gifts for foodie friends and family

December 13, 2024

Cookbooks from NYC’s top restaurants and chefs make great gifts for foodie friends and family

By Michelle Cohen

Top chefs from–or inspired by–some of the city's best eateries have published books filled with recipes and inspiring tips and tales from the world of New York City dining. Cookbooks are a great last-minute gift and often become a treasured part of the recipient's kitchen repertoire. This treasure trove of edible inspiration includes an international sampling of cuisines, sweet treats, and stellar vegan and vegetarian options, as well as tales from the culinary front lines.
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Last of NYC’s outdoor dining sheds must come down by Friday

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November 27, 2024

Last of NYC’s outdoor dining sheds must come down by Friday

By Aaron Ginsburg

The last of New York City's street dining sheds must be removed by Friday under the city's new seasonal guidelines. Department of Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez on Tuesday reminded restaurants that November 29 is the last day to remove outdoor roadway dining sheds; businesses that fail to comply face fines of up to $1,000. While sidewalk dining setups that abide by the program's rules can operate year-round, roadway dining will return with the new season, starting April 1, 2025.
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NYC’s best spots for Thanksgiving takeout

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November 19, 2024

NYC’s best spots for Thanksgiving takeout

By Devin Gannon

Life is stressful enough without having to also prepare an elaborate meal in a tiny New York City kitchen. Instead, order from one of the many restaurants offering special Thanksgiving takeout dinners and desserts. A few classic, comforting choices, like the Turkey Day feast with all the fixings from Bubby's and an Italian spread from Tino's Deli to less traditional options, including Kubeh's Middle Eastern-inspired meal and spicy fried chicken from Pecking House. Don't skip dessert, be it a jumbo chocolate turkey or a chocolate babka pie.
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NYC’s best sports bars to watch your favorite NFL team

October 18, 2024

NYC’s best sports bars to watch your favorite NFL team

By Aaron Ginsburg

For tourists and non-native New Yorkers, it can be easy to feel lost or left out when trying to find a place to cheer on their hometown's football team. Fortunately, with the city's countless pubs and watering holes, there's a place to catch the action for nearly every NFL team.
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