Michelin-Starred El Califa de Leon to Open First U.S. Location in Flatiron in 2026
El Califa de Leon, a noted Mexico City taco counter with a Michelin star, will launch its first U.S. outpost in Manhattan’s Flatiron district in spring 2026.
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Brasserie Boulud to Debut as Grand Two-Floor French Brasserie Near Lincoln Center in 2026
Chef Daniel Boulud’s new Brasserie Boulud is slated to open in spring 2026 on the Upper West Side, marking his return to the Lincoln Center vicinity with a sprawling, dual-level French brasserie.
Oriana to Bring Large-Format Wood-Fired Dining to Nolita in Early 2026
Chef Andy Quinn and sommelier Cedric Nicaise of Noortwyck plan to open Oriana, a large-scale wood-fired restaurant in Nolita, expected in spring 2026.
Bar Ferdinando to revive historic Carroll Gardens address as Italian cafe and bar
Sal Lamboglia is set to open Bar Ferdinando in March 2026 at 151 Union Street, reviving the former Ferdinando’s Focacceria space with a new daytime Italian cafe and bar concept.
Brooklyn to the Luxury Table: How Oleg Sanzyapov Built Tsar Varvatsi Caviar
From a Brooklyn delicatessen to a bi-coastal caviar brand, Oleg Sanzyapov’s journey reflects immigrant entrepreneurship intertwined with tradition and sustainability claims in the luxury food market.
From Cappadocia to New York Nights: How Baris Koroglu Built Aquarelle and DEJAVU
Baris Koroglu’s journey from Cappadocia to New York’s vibrant dining scene has birthed two distinct venues—Aquarelle and DEJAVU—that explore a refined philosophy of lingering hospitality through immersive atmospheres and evolving rhythms.
Oyatte to Debut Intimate Tasting Menu Experience in Midtown This Spring
Chef Hasung Lee, formerly of Atomix and French Laundry, is bringing a refined eight-course tasting menu to a two-floor, 30-seat space at 125 East 39th Street.
Good Time Country Buffet to Bring Southern Buffet Fare to East Village in 2026
The team behind Kisa and C as in Charlie is opening Good Time Country Buffet, a Southern-inspired buffet, at 166 First Avenue in the East Village next spring.
Dean’s to Open in Soho as British Seafood Pub From King Team
Chef Jess Shadbolt and beverage director Annie Shi of King and Jupiter are launching Dean’s, a no-reservations British seafood pub, at 213 Sixth Avenue in Soho on March 31, 2026.
Gruppo to Close East Village Location, Merge with Spunto in Nolita
After more than two decades on Avenue B, Gruppo will close this March and consolidate with sister restaurant Spunto at a new Nolita site, continuing service under the Spunto name.