Golden Child
Rooftop bar Golden Child opening at 20-story Hotel Park Ave in NoMad, operated by Renwick Hospitality Group
Zara Austin
Mediterranean and Turkish grill taking over former TGI Fridays location. More than 8,600 square feet space with long-term lease finalized in early 2025. Menu expected to include kebabs, mixed grills, lamb and chicken dishes, plus breakfast options.
Fairway
Restaurant at Poxabogue Golf Center undergoing renovations with new operator Michael Carolan. Work expected to be completed by Memorial Day weekend.
Zaxby’s
Fast-casual chicken chain opening its first NYC location on the Upper East Side. Georgia-born chain specializing in hand-breaded chicken fingers, wings, and chicken sandwiches with signature sauces.
Only YOU Hotel New York
138-room lifestyle hotel in the heart of Manhattan, marking the first international opening for Only YOU Hotels brand under Palladium Hotel Group
TFS Burger Works
TFS Burger Works franchise opening in East Williamsburg, co-owned by David Shechter and Alexandra Grablewski. Features 1,400 sq ft indoor space plus 1,500 sq ft backyard, with industrial automotive aesthetic and locally sourced beer.
Gen KBBQ
Gen KBBQ, a Los Angeles-based all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ chain, is opening a Greenwich Village location. The restaurant will occupy 7,223 square feet across two floors, seating nearly 390 people with plans for a sushi bar. Signage is up but no opening date has been announced.
Super Burrito
Super Burrito is opening a new Murray Hill location serving Cal-Mex food and Mission-style burritos. Founded by San Francisco natives, they already have locations in Rockaway Beach, Williamsburg and Greenwich.
Drums and Flats
Upscale wings-focused bar opening in former Alchemy space in Park Slope. Co-owned by trio behind Moot Bar and Uncle Barry’s Bar. 1,200 sq ft space with backyard seating. Menu includes hot and savory wings, appetizers, and sandwiches.
Malvan
Michelin-starred chef Eric McCarthy is opening Malvan, a restaurant serving Malvani coastal Indian cuisine in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. The restaurant is named after a coastal town near Goa and will feature a rustic beach vibe with dishes like marinated leg of goat wrapped in banana leaves.