Basil NY Pizza & Wine Bar, the trailblazing restaurant that launched the Crown Heights food trend, is officially closed, according to a report. It opened in 2010 on "the wrong side of Eastern Parkway." Full Story, Video
Brooklyn Artisan Bakehouse to Move to Empire Blvd.
The original Crown Heights location of the Brooklyn Artisan Bakehouse is expected to be moved to Empire Blvd. and Albany Ave., according to a report. The move will allow them to expand seating space, outdoor seating, and Grab n Go options. Full Story
Izzy’s BBQ Smokehouse Opens Branch in Upper West Side
Despite indoor seating being limited in New York, Sruly Edelman is expanding his Izzy's BBQ Smokehouse by opening a second branch at 660 Amsterdam Avenue in the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Full Story, Video
Glatt A La Carte Owner Laments Regulations
Bunim Naiman, owner of the upscale Glatt A La Carte restaurant in Boro Park, is miffed that Covid-19 regulations in New York were so tough on restaurants. "You cannot imagine how many inquire when we'll be opening." Full Story
6 Kosher Eateries Close in New York
After a valiant effort to re-open during the pandemic, owners of TwiBar Falafel in Crown Heights announced they are closing for good. They are one of the 6 kosher eateries in New York who are shutting down. Full Story