Gordian Knot GR Inc. (unnamed Greek restaurant)
Philanthropist restaurateur Alexandros Grimpas is planning to open a two-story Greek restaurant at 170 7th Ave in Chelsea. The yet-to-be-named concept (filed under Gordian Knot GR Inc.) will serve classic Greek dishes including spanakopita, gyro, avgolemono soup, and kebabs. Plans include a full liquor license, live music on the first floor, and seating for 88 […]
Piccolo Morini
Piccolo Morini is a casual Northern Italian pasta-focused restaurant from Altamarea Group, reopening as a smaller iteration of the former Osteria Morini in Soho. Located in the former Kimika space at 40 Kenmare Street, the 92-seat restaurant will feature small plates under $20, up to 15 pastas, and $9 all-night martinis. Chef Bill Dorrler leads […]
Uovo
Uovo, an Italian handmade pasta restaurant with five LA locations, is opening its first New York location in NoMad. Pasta is handmade in Bologna and shipped temperature-controlled to the US. Features counter seating and tables, no reservations, tasting menus under $50. Open 5:30pm-11pm Sun-Thu and 5:30pm-11:30pm Fri-Sat initially, with all-day hours to follow in late […]
Nepita
Chef-driven gelato shop and cafe transitioning from pop-up to brick-and-mortar in the West Village. Concept features Mediterranean-inspired seasonal gelato flavors, coffee, and matcha drinks. Space is currently being renovated. Founded by classically trained pastry chef Terence Mesana, formerly of Daniel Boulud’s Dinex group.
Ludico
Elevated Italian restaurant from Tribeca Hospitality Group (owned by international Beefbar group). Head chef Nelson Gonzalez has Michelin Star pedigree. Restaurant was previewed at Taste of Tribeca. Opening date listed as ‘this fall’ on official Instagram. Originally planned as a Paper Moon Giardino location before pivoting to Ludico concept.
Bar Pisellino
James Beard Award-winning chefs Jody Williams and Rita Sodi are opening a second location of their Bar Pisellino Italian all-day café concept in the Flatiron Building. The original location is on Grove Street and Seventh Ave. The new location will offer light fare, a full coffee program, and a full bar. Construction is set to […]
Georgie’s
Host Restaurants (team behind Café Maud and Odd Sister) is opening a dual concept at 161 8th Ave in Chelsea. Georgie’s is an all-day café offering elevated coffee and café fare (avocado toast, breakfast burritos, fried chicken sandwiches, salads, pizzas) with seating for 70 inside and 60 on sidewalk café. Below it, a speakeasy-style lounge […]
Somssi
Neo-bistro from Ahris Kim (director of operations at Atomix and Atoboy) pulling from Korean, Asian, and European influences. Kitchen run by Daniel Gronert. Located in Greenwich Village near Bleecker Street. Hours: Tue-Thu 5-9pm, Fri-Sat 5-9:30pm. Reservations already open. Part of Na:Eun Hospitality umbrella.
Shake Shack
Shake Shack opening its first East End location at Tanger Outlets Riverhead. 3,100-square-foot restaurant, the chain’s eighth on Long Island. Grand opening June 30 with free tote bags and $1 per sandwich donated to local food pantry. Open 10:30am-7pm daily with indoor dining and grab-and-go options.
Los Arbolitos De Cajeme
Regional Mexican chain founded in 1988 in Sonora, Mexico, specializing in ceviches, aguachiles, and grilled meats. Franchisee Alan Cordova is planning the first New York location in Hell’s Kitchen at 806 9th Ave. Project is described as being at a very early stage.