NYC Restaurant Closings: January 2025

NYC Restaurant and Bar Closures: ‍January 3, ⁤2025

This weekly⁣ column rounds⁣ up the permanent closure of⁤ restaurants and bars across‍ New York City. Did a⁢ favorite spot in your‍ neighborhood shut⁤ its doors recently? Let⁣ us know at [email protected].

Brooklyn Says Goodbye to ⁤Beloved Eateries

Carroll Gardens bid farewell to two beloved restaurants at the end of 2024. After ​16 years, the popular New American spot Buttermilk Channel ⁤served its ⁢last meal on New Year’s Eve, december 31. Owner Doug Crowell told Grubstreet⁤ that he ⁤decided ‍to close the Carroll​ Gardens institution to focus on his other Brooklyn restaurant, French Louie.

Just a short distance away, the very popular Thai restaurant​ Ugly Baby also shuttered its‍ doors on​ December 22,‍ 2024. Known for its spicy‌ duck salad and impressive beer selection, Ugly Baby first opened in‌ 2017. Chef Sirichai Sreparplarn plans to take a break ⁢while‍ also working on a ⁢cookbook, ‌as he explained to Eater.

Dumbo Gets Ready for a ‍ French Bistro

In Dumbo, Mexican restaurant Gran Eléctrica closed ⁤on New year’s ⁤Eve after 12 years in business. The team behind the popular spot, which also includes American restaurant Colonie ‌and Italian ⁣wine bar Pips, will transform the space into a new French bistro with hints of⁢ scandinavian⁤ style. ⁤The new restaurant is slated to open in Febuary.

Accessibility-Focused Restaurant in East‌ Harlem Closes

Over in East Harlem, the accessibility-minded Peruvian⁣ restaurant Contento closed its doors on December 21, 2024. The restaurant team shared the news‍ on ‌Instagram.

Recent Restaurant Closures in new York⁤ City

New York city’s dining scene is constantly‌ evolving,‍ with⁢ new restaurants opening and others ⁣closing their​ doors. Here’s a roundup ⁣of⁤ some notable closures from late 2024.

East Village

The East Village saw the departure of several favorites.⁣ Ramen lovers mourned the loss of Rai Rai Ken, a beloved spot that had served the neighborhood ⁣for ​over two decades. A note on the door​ cited an “unfortunate series of events” as the ⁢reason for⁣ the closure. Offside Tavern, a sibling to the popular Offside ⁢on 14th Street, also closed its doors‌ after just ⁢a year in operation. ⁢The closure, which involved the landlord reclaiming the space, marked the ‌end of an‌ era for the site, which had housed the long-standing Sidewalk for over‌ 30 ⁤years.

Hell’s Kitchen

Gotham West market, a popular food⁤ hall known for housing vendors‌ like⁤ Corner Slice,⁤ Ivan Ramen, ⁤Little Chef, and⁢ a location of Court Street Grocers, closed​ on New year’s Eve. While the food⁢ hall had seen a number of vendors depart since its opening in 2013, the reason ⁤for the ⁣complete shutdown⁤ was not publicly given.

Long ​Island City

Long Island City bid farewell to the French-Canadian bistro M. Wells. Co-owners ⁣Sarah Obraitis and hugue Dufour chose not to ⁢renew‍ the lease, bringing an end to their steakhouse venture. The duo had previously operated M.Wells as a diner in Long Island City from 2010 to 2011.

Lower East Side

Contento, a ⁤wine bar lauded for⁤ its focus on accessibility and its‍ creative director and sommelier‌ Yannick Benjamin’s commitment‌ to providing health care⁤ for staff, shuttered in December.In a statement, Benjamin noted that “inflation, safety concerns, and declining numbers proved insurmountable” as⁤ Contento ‌opened in​ 2021. Benjamin further‌ elaborated on the closure in‌ an essay for the _New York Times_, discussing the challenges of managing the high costs of health⁤ care for hospitality workers. ‌

NYC Restaurants Say Goodbye in December 2024

Several ‌beloved New York ‍City restaurants closed their doors for good in December 2024, leaving behind loyal patrons and‌ empty seats.⁤ From a legendary Midtown dive bar ​to⁣ a critically acclaimed Prospect Heights wine spot, the closures highlight the ⁣ongoing challenges​ faced by the city’s‍ culinary ⁣landscape.

Subway Inn Shuts Down⁣ (Again)⁣ After Nearly ‌a century

After⁣ nearly a century of serving drinks to new Yorkers, the iconic Subway Inn poured its last pint on December‌ 28th. The ‌Third Avenue dive‌ bar, known for ⁢its neon sign and old-world charm, had⁣ already moved twice in its history due to progress. Despite a recent relocation in ‍2022, the bar faced⁢ new‌ challenges, including liquor licensing issues. ‌ Although permanently shuttered at its current ⁢location, Subway Inn’s owners ⁢announced on Facebook they are searching for a new home to continue the⁤ legacy. ⁤”We will ‌be looking for a new location,” they wrote.

LaLou Closes its Doors in Prospect Heights

lalou, a popular natural wine restaurant in Prospect‌ Heights, served ‌its final diners on New Year’s Eve, December⁤ 31st,⁢ 2024. The‌ restaurant, ​which opened in 2019, announced its ​closure on ⁢Instagram, citing ⁣”rising costs ⁢and other industry-wide challenges” as‌ the reason. Co-owners Joe Campanale, ‍Ilyssa⁤ Satter, and Dave Foss also recently closed their other restaurant, the Spanish wine spot Bar Vinazo, in Park Slope.

The Woo‌ Seeks New Location ​After SoHo Closure

The Woo, a ⁣Korean ⁢barbecue favorite in SoHo, closed sometime in mid-November. while the news was unexpected,​ a message on the restaurant’s website assures fans that the closure is temporary. “We hope‌ to see you all in a new space soon,” the website reads, hinting at a possible relocation in the future.

New ​York City’s vibrant dining​ scene experienced several notable closures in late December 2024. From long-standing favorites to newer establishments, the city bid farewell to a diverse range ⁢of culinary ‌experiences.

West Village Farewells

The⁣ West village said goodbye to a trio of restaurants.⁣ After two decades, the ‌cherished Japanese eatery En Brasserie‌ closed its doors on December 22, 2024. Owner Reika Alexander told ⁤Eater that the landlord declined to renew the lease, making way for a new restaurant ⁣helmed by chef⁣ Daniel Humm.​ En Brasserie’s final night was a star-studded ⁢affair, with ⁤guests like Martha Stewart and ​Chris Rock, as reported by Page Six.

Also departing ‍the neighborhood was Figure Eight,⁣ a Chinese American Southern ​coastal restaurant that shuttered‍ on December 22, 2024, after just over a year in business. Managing partner Emmeline Zhao ‍had also closed her other West Village restaurant, Silver Apricot, earlier in the summer, transforming it into the wine bar Cora, which remains open next door to Figure Eight’s former location.

Hand Hospitality closed its japanese hot pot restaurant Hakata Tonton on December 29, 2024.The restaurant had originally opened in 2007 and gained popularity for its ‍offal, but closed in 2020. Hand Hospitality bought the business and reopened it​ in 2021.

Williamsburg’s‌ Italian American Farewell

In⁣ Williamsburg, the Italian American institution Da Francesco‌ closed its doors ​on December 31, 2024, after more than two decades in the neighborhood. Greenpointers reported that the team ⁤plans to rebrand as Da Francesco pizza ⁢& Cucina ⁢and relocate to 552 Grand Street, near Lorimer Street, by the end of January.

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## Archyde ​Interview:



**Title:** LaLou’s​ Closing: A Reflection on Rising Costs ⁣in NY’s Dining Scene



**Introduction:**



(Host introduces themselves and Archyde) Welcome back​ to Archyde‌ Eats, ​where​ we⁢ delve into the ever-changing New York City dining scene.⁢ Today, ‍we’re joined​ by [Alex Reed Name], co-owner of⁢ the recently closed LaLou, the beloved natural⁤ wine spot in​ Prospect Heights. ​LaLou’s closure, announced on New Year’s Eve, sent ripples through⁤ the city’s dining community. [Alex Reed Name], thank you for⁤ joining us.



**Questions:**



1. **Can you tell‌ us a little bit about the ‍decision to close LaLou?⁢ Was‍ it a difficult decision?** (Prompt Alex Reed to elaborate on the specific challenges faced, including rising costs and industry-wide issues)



2.**LaLou was known for ​its curated natural wine list and approachable atmosphere.What do you think made LaLou so special to⁢ its patrons?** (Let ‌the‍ Alex Reed share anecdotes and highlight the‌ restaurant’s unique appeal)



3. **You and your partners also ‍recently closed bar‌ Vinazo in ‍Park Slope. Have‍ these closures impacted ⁤your vision for⁣ the future⁢ of dining ⁢in New York⁢ City?** (Explore the Alex Reed’s thoughts ⁣on the⁢ current ‍state of the restaurant industry and potential⁤ changes they⁣ foresee)



4. **Despite these closures,‌ you mentioned ‍on social media‍ that you are⁣ still hopeful for the future. Can​ you shed ‍some light on any⁢ future plans or‌ projects you might be working on?** (Give the Alex Reed an possibility to share any upcoming ⁣ventures ​or​ positive outlooks)



5. **What message woudl ‌you⁢ like to leave for LaLou’s loyal customers and the wider new York City dining community?** (Allow the Alex Reed to express gratitude ‍and offer words of encouragement or reflection on the restaurant’s legacy)







**Conclusion:**



(Host thanks the⁤ Alex Reed and reiterates​ the importance of supporting local restaurants) Thank you so much for your time and insights, ​ [Alex Reed Name]. ⁤LaLou’s closure is⁣ a loss for the neighborhood, but we commend your dedication⁣ to quality and creativity. We wish you ⁢the best in your future endeavors. And to our listeners, remember to support your favorite local eateries. You never know when they might need your patronage.

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