Dan Kluger Closes Wood-Fired Restaurant in Greenwich Village Amid Summer Shifts

Greenwich Village lost a notable fixture this week. Chef Dan Kluger has closed his wood-fired restaurant, which for years drew steady crowds to West 8th Street. The last dinner service ended quietly on Saturday evening, with regulars lingering over plates of roasted vegetables and pizza.

The closure comes during peak summer, a time when the Village streets fill well past midnight. Staff at neighboring cafés cited rising operating costs and unpredictable foot traffic as ongoing challenges. Kluger’s team did not announce plans for a new project, but staff were seen clearing out kitchen equipment early Sunday morning.

The restaurant was known for its open kitchen and a menu built around seasonal produce. Over the past month, signs of winding down appeared—a reduced wine list, fewer nightly specials, and shorter hours. One server, who asked not to be named, said the decision was abrupt.

In July, a number of long-running establishments have shuttered in Manhattan, as landlords adjust rents and summer brings shifting dining patterns. For some Village residents, the restaurant’s closure marks the end of a familiar neighborhood gathering place. Regulars gathered on the sidewalk Saturday night to say goodbye.

As of Sunday, the windows are papered over. No announcement has been made about a new tenant for the space.