Bark Barbecue to Open Full-Scale Outpost in Bushwick Early 2026
Pitmaster Ruben Santana is expanding his Bark Barbecue concept from Dumbo’s Time Out Market into an 8,000-square-foot Bushwick restaurant.
Neighborhoods
Gabriel Kreuther Launches Alsatian Brasserie Saverne in Hudson Yards
Chef Gabriel Kreuther is set to open Saverne, a new Alsatian-inspired brasserie, in Hudson Yards’ Spiral building in February 2026.
Gusi Expands Eastern European Fare in Greenwich Village with February Debut
Veteran restaurateurs Boris Artemyev and Elena Melnikova bring an extended Eastern European menu to 432 Sixth Avenue with Gusi’s opening in early 2026.
Philadelphia’s Double Knot to Open Moody Sushi and Robatayaki Spot in Midtown
Michael Schulson brings his acclaimed Philadelphia sushi and robatayaki restaurant Double Knot to Midtown Manhattan this February 2026.
Confidant Moves to Brooklyn Heights with Expanded Menu and Neighboring Bakery Plans
Chefs Brendan Kelley and Daniel Grossman are relocating Confidant to 127 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn Heights, with an opening set for February 4, 2026. A new bakery and wine bar, Lou & Bev’s, is also planned next door.
Fat Ronnie’s Burger Bar Opens in West Village, Bringing Harlem Roots to the Neighborhood
Fat Ronnie’s Burger Bar, founded by a family with deep Harlem hospitality ties and Martha’s Vineyard roots, debuts in the West Village on March 20, 2026.
Tamayura Adds to Midtown’s Growing Omakase Scene
Chef Leo Lin’s Tamayura debuted its omakase counter in Midtown this March, highlighting the neighborhood’s continued embrace of lunch and dinner tasting menus.
L’Industrie’s Third Location Boosts Premium Slice Scene in Little Italy
L’Industrie Pizzeria is opening its third Manhattan location in Little Italy, underscoring the ongoing appeal of high-end slice shops in New York City.
Texas Rotisserie & Grill to Close Upper West Side Location After 32 Years
The Upper West Side location of Texas Rotisserie & Grill is set to close its doors in March 2026 amid rising rent and operational challenges, though the Upper East Side spot remains open.
Rye by Martin Auer to Bring Single-Focus Rye Bakery Cafe to Nolita in 2026
Austrian baker Martin Auer is set to open Rye, a rye grain-focused bakery cafe, at 285 Lafayette Street, marking his American debut and adding to Nolita’s specialized bread scene.