Rye by Martin Auer to Bring Single-Focus Rye Bakery Cafe to Nolita in 2026

Rye by Martin Auer is slated to open in the spring of 2026 at 285 Lafayette Street in Nolita, introducing the Austrian baker’s first American project. The bakery will spotlight rye grain exclusively, sourcing 100 percent rye from Austria to create its offerings.

The concept centers around rye-based open-face sandwiches complemented by a selection of drinks. Additionally, a retail segment will offer European goods, reflecting the bakery’s continental roots.

This opening underscores Nolita’s growing reputation for highly specific and artisanal bakery concepts, reinforcing the neighborhood’s appeal to food-focused New Yorkers and visitors alike.

Details remain limited, but Rye by Martin Auer is among the noteworthy anticipated openings highlighted by Eater NY in their 2026 New York City restaurant preview.