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East Williamsburg Barbecue Joint Smoke & Barrel Closes
East Williamsburg’s Smoke & Barrel barbecue restaurant has closed after five years amid lease and competition challenges.
April 18, 2026
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East Williamsburg’s Smoke & Barrel barbecue restaurant has closed after five years amid lease and competition challenges.
April 18, 2026
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The Grill Room, a Midtown steakhouse, has closed after ten years due to lower traffic and rising costs.
April 18, 2026
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The Classic Diner in the Lower East Side introduces health-focused dishes, adding salads and plant-based options to its menu.
April 18, 2026
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Atlantic Catch, a seafood market and eatery, has opened in the Financial District offering fresh fish and small plates.
April 18, 2026
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Michelin-starred chef Marco Santini plans to open Terra, a farm-to-table restaurant, in Williamsburg this summer.
April 18, 2026
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Chef Marcus Leung, formerly of Blue Hill, has opened Hearthside, a farm-to-table restaurant in Harlem focusing on seasonal New York produce.
April 18, 2026
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New York City will mark Earth Day with free events, including the reopening of the Open Streets program to promote environmental awareness and outdoor activities.
April 18, 2026
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The Queens Night Market reopens this weekend for its 11th season, offering a range of street foods all priced at $6 or less. The market highlights affordable, multicultural cuisine.
April 18, 2026
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Columbia University has kept several campus gates closed for over two years following protests, affecting nearby businesses and residents.
April 18, 2026
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Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is closing its Brooklyn location after 15 years, prompting disappointment and frustration among local residents.
April 18, 2026
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Harlem Hearth opens on 125th Street, offering a modern take on soul food under chef Dominique Fields.
April 18, 2026
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Chef Lina Martinez departs The Grove in Midtown after three years. The restaurant has yet to name a replacement.
April 18, 2026