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Sixpoint Brewery to Open Second ‘Killer Location’: ‘Beer is proof God loves us’

Charlotte’s Artisanal Brewing Venture acquired the Brooklyn-based beer brand a few years ago. ABV’s Brooklyn native CEO says he is stoked to expand in New York.

Team Behind ‘Burger and Beer Joint’ in Queens to Open Bar in Manhattan

The team behind The Local Eatery and Craft Beer in Forest Hills is seeking a space in the East Village for a new concept.

Owner of The Narrows, Twins Lounge to Open ‘Bar’ in Manhattan

The Brooklyn-based hospitality team is looking to open its first Manhattan concept, offering bar food and live music entertainment.

Team Behind Tabetomo to Open New ‘Japanese Cuisine’ Concept

AYS Hospitality, behind a handful of Japanese restaurants in the city, is looking to open a new concept.

‘Korean American Fusion’ Concept Coming to the Lower East Side

A new fusion restaurant concept is slated to replace the space formerly occupied by Tao Group’s The Stanton Social in the Lower East Side, which shuttered in 2018.

An ‘American Cafe’ Restaurant to Replace East Village’s Luz Cafe

A new restaurant concept is being proposed for the space formerly occupied by Luz Cafe in the East Village.

Team Behind Le Dive, Deux Chats to Debut New ‘Welcoming Neighborhood’ Bar

The Golden Age Hospitality group is seeking the space formerly occupied by the East Village’s Boiler Room to house their newest bar tavern concept.

Brazilian Chain, Fogo de Chão, Coming to World Trade Center Next Year

The nearly 50-year-old international restaurant chain has over 60 locations in the country. This will be its fourth outpost in New York City.

Finback Brewery to Return to Queens Roots With Third Outpost

The local brewery debuted in Glendale about a decade ago. Now, the team is opening its third taproom in Long Island City.

Team Behind The Mean Fiddler, Bartley Dunne’s to Debut A New Concept

The successful hospitality group PMAC’S, which is behind a dozen-plus cocktail bars and restaurants in the city, is looking to open a new “neighborhood pub."

Team Behind Guantanamera to Open New ‘Upscale Bar and Kitchen’

Guantanamera, with outposts in Hell’s Kitchen and Forest Hills, is known for its magnificent mojitos. Now, its team is looking to debut a new concept.

‘Pot-Infused’ Pizza Parlor to Light Up in the East Village Soon

The 21-plus-only slice joint with a reefer twist is opening a new location in the East Village.

Brooklyn’s Norm’s Pizza to Open First Manhattan Outpost

The team behind the “no-frills” pizza parlor is seeking a space in the Financial District to house their third outpost.

Former Team Member of Casa Cipriani to Open ‘Jazz Club Lounge’

A new jazz club and lounge called Close Up is looking to join the Lower East Side.

East Village Natives Behind Sweetie to Open New Bar Tavern

Stephen and Adam Ballinger’s family owned and operated Webster Hall until 2017. Now, the duo are entering the hospitality industry on their own terms.

Paulie Gee’s Slice Shop to Make Big Manhattan Move

The old-school Brooklyn-based pizzeria is looking to open its first Manhattan outpost in the East Village.

The City’s ‘Cutest’ Karaoke Bar to Open Second Outpost

Baby Grand, currently located in Union Square, is looking to secure a second location in the Lower East Side.

Founder of Chipotle to Open ‘Robot-Run’ Vegetarian Concept Next Year

Steve Ells of Chipotle is preparing for the launch of Kernel, his latest fast-casual concept, in downtown Manhattan next year.

Brooklyn Bread Cafe to Open First-Ever Manhattan Outpost Next Year

The gourmet bagel and sandwich shop secured a new location in Tribeca for their third outpost. The team is currently looking to expand the brand.

Frenchette Bakery ‘Coming Soon’ to the Whitney Museum

The collaborative bakery concept is slated to open a larger second outpost at the Meatpacking District’s acclaimed museum.