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Hyped Bubble Tea Chain to Open First New York Location This Week

New international boba chains expanding to New York, Jacob's Pickles relocating, Joe Beddia serving hoagies in NYC, Fishwife tinned fish block party. [ more ]

Eater NY

2 weeks ago

Here Come the Dirty Martini-Flavored Foods

Popularity has led to unique variations of dirty martinis and food crossover, influencing new menus and trends in the culinary world. [ more ]

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Beut Takes a Modern Approach to Korean Royal Court Cuisine

Korean Royal Court cuisine inspired tasting-menu restaurant by Sarah Kang and executive chef Sang Hoon Jeong.

Lobster three ways and traditional dishes like abalone with rice porridge featured in a modern opulent menu. [ more ]

Eater NY

This Popular Scandinavian Bakery Is Opening in Brooklyn

Smør, a Scandinavian bakery and restaurant, is expanding to Brooklyn with a new location in Clinton Hill.

Superiority Burger, known for not offering fries for a decade, now includes fries on its lunch menu at the original location. [ more ]

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The Commodore, Known for Frozen Drinks and Fried Chicken, Opens in Manhattan

Commodore opens second location in East Village with tropical drinks and famous dishes like fried chicken sandwiches.

Lucia Pizza expands to Soho with bakery, wine bar, coffee, and daily sandwich menu. [ more ]

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Eater Chicago

Rome's Fabled Bonci Pizza Will Soon Open a New Chicago Location in Lakeview

Bonci is opening a new location in Lakeview, Chicago, known for its pizza al taglio with artisan ingredients.

Bonci has tailored its menu to American tastes, offering full pies and adding ingredients like pepperoni. [ more ]

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Cote Is Opening a Second New York Location, Plus a Spot With a Sushi Legend

Simon Kim has three new restaurant projects in Manhattan, including a second location of his Michelin-starred steakhouse.

The new restaurants, located at 550 Madison Avenue, will feature renowned chefs and cater to different dining experiences like sushi and power lunch. [ more ]

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Beatnik Owners Debut New Wine Bar Next to West Town Restaurant

Bonhomme Hospitality Group is opening a second GoodFunk location next to Beatnik West Town in Chicago.

The new GoodFunk will feature an international selection of natural wines paired with a new food menu from Executive Chef Marcos Campos. [ more ]

Eater Chicago

4 months ago

Filipino-Cuban Bayan Ko Will Takeover Glenn's Diner in Ravenswood

Bayan Ko, the Cuban and Filipino restaurant, is opening a second location and converting the existing location to a five-course tasting menu.

Chicago's Filipino restaurants are thriving, with one Michelin-starred restaurant and other popular spots making waves. [ more ]

Chicago Tribune

5 months ago

McDonald's plans to open 10,000 new stores over next 4 years

McDonald's plans to open nearly 10,000 restaurants in the next four years, aiming for 50,000 total by 2027.

Starbucks also expects significant expansion, targeting 55,000 stores globally by 2030. [ more ]

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LA food

A Highland Park-Born Taquero Debuts Villa's Tacos in Grand Central Market

Victor Villa opened a second location of Villa's Tacos at Grand Central Market in LA, replacing the former Belcampo Meat Co.

Villa plans to introduce new menu items and offer local beers and wine once liquor license is approved. [ more ]

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LA food

Two Years and $350K Later, One of LA's Best Thai Restaurants Is Finally Open in Atwater Village

Holy Basil, a popular takeout window in Downtown, is opening a second location in Atwater Village.

The new location will have a core menu of curries, noodles, and rice dishes, along with seafood specialties. [ more ]

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SF food

Line-Inducing Tijuana-Style Tacos Are Coming to the Castro

Richmond taqueria Tacos El Tucan will open a second location in San Francisco with a similar menu, adding fish and carnitas tacos, expected to open in May.

Quinn's Lighthouse, a landmark Oakland restaurant, has reopened with Vietnamese food offerings and plans for renovation, including original menu items like clam chowder and fish and chips. [ more ]

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Broad Street's Legendary Lobster Rolls Land at Ghirardelli Square

Broad Street Oyster Co. expands to the Bay Area, known for its seafood-focused menu including caviar-topped lobster rolls.

Founder Christopher Tompkins transformed the brand into a sought-after establishment with a vibrant concept and unique culinary offerings. [ more ]

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One of Taiwan's Most Popular Fried Chicken Shops Is Opening Its First U.S. Location in LA

J&G Fried Chicken, popular Taiwan chain, opening first US location in 50 years with plans for expansion.

Menu features Taiwanese-style fried chicken sandwiches, smoked salmon for pescatarians, fried oyster mushrooms for vegetarians. [ more ]

Eater NY

Cote Is Opening a Second New York Location, Plus a Spot With a Sushi Legend

Simon Kim plans to open three new restaurants in Midtown Manhattan in a tower at 550 Madison Avenue.

The new restaurants include a sushi restaurant by Japanese chef Masahiro Yoshitake and a second location of the Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse, Cote. [ more ]

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Following Starr and Solomonov, a Philly Restaurateur Is Opening His First NYC Spot

Michael Schulson is expanding his Philadelphia restaurant, Double Knot, to Midtown NYC.

Schulson's Double Knot is known for its dramatic dining experience with robatayaki and sushi. [ more ]

Secret NYC

Slurp Down Multi-Colored Soup Dumplings In The East Village Soon

Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao is expanding with an East Village location in Manhattan.

The restaurant is known for its Lucky Six Soup Dumplings with a variety of flavors. [ more ]

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As Persian Cuisine Expands in New York, This Restaurant Remains a Destination

Chef Nasim Alikhani has improved the quality of the food at Sofreh since its opening in 2018.

Sofreh Cafe has expanded the Iranian dining options in Brooklyn. [ more ]

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Shake Shack's Nationally Famous Smashburgers and Cheese Fries Arrive in Wine Country

Shake Shack opens in wine country

Expansion plans for the burger chain [ more ]

Eater NY

Famous Italian Sandwich Shop All'Antico Vinaio Is Opening Three More Locations

All'Antico Vinaio is opening three more locations in Manhattan.

Silencio, a famous Paris club, has opened a new location in Manhattan. [ more ]

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There's a Hidden Red Sauce Restaurant in the Back of This Slice Shop

Fini Pizza introduces red sauce restaurant

Various new restaurant openings in NYC [ more ]

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Boston food

Ciao Somerville Brings Outstanding Pizza to the New Green Line

Ciao Somerville, the second location of Ciao Pizza & Pasta, is set to open this month with an expanded menu and more seating.

The new Somerville location will be open until 11 p.m. on weekends, an hour later than the Chelsea original, in response to high demand. [ more ]

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Han Dynasty Is Opening a New Location

Han Dynasty is opening its first location in Queens.

A Barcelona World's 50 Best Bar is opening in the East Village. [ more ]

Eater NY

Han Dynasty Is Opening a New Location

Han Dynasty is opening its first location in Queens.

A Barcelona World's 50 Best Bar is opening in NYC.

An alcohol-free bar is opening in the East Village. [ more ]

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Everyone Wants a New York Restaurant

New York restaurants are expanding out of state, with Cipriani, Pastis, and Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group opening new locations in California, D.C., and Boston respectively.

A Philadelphia burger bar, Kook Burger, is opening in New York City in April, known for its extravagant burgers and shakes. [ more ]

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A New LaGuardia Airport Lounge With Wines From an LES Bar

LaGuardia Airport has opened a two-floor lounge in Terminal B, exclusive to Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders, featuring curated wine, cocktails, and food options.

Edy's Grocer in Greenpoint has added an after-hours bar called the Mezze Bar, serving Lebanese bites and drinks.

Sailor in Fort Greene is launching brunch and lunch service, while Libertine in the West Village is offering a prix-fixe lunch menu. [ more ]

Eater NY

4 months ago

Brooklyn Restaurateur Andrew Tarlow to Open First Manhattan Spot

Andrew Tarlow, the Brooklyn restaurateur behind spots like Diner and Marlow & Sons, has signed a lease for a new restaurant in Manhattan.

Tarlow's new restaurant will be located at 124 E. 27th Street, near Lexington Avenue, in a space formerly occupied by the Italian restaurant I Trulli. [ more ]

Eater NY

4 months ago

A Famous Taiwanese Boba Shop Is Coming to Manhattan

Taiwanese bubble tea chain, Chicha San Chen, is opening its first location in NYC this spring.

Popular bagel shop, Popup Bagels, is expanding with a second Manhattan location in March or April. [ more ]

Eater NY

5 months ago