NYC's Hottest New Bar & Restaurant Openings Fall 2024
There are a ton of new bars & restaurants popping up all over NYC. Here’s a guide to the must-try new spots!
Lucky’s: The celebrity-frequented California steakhouse Lucky’s quietly opened in Soho. The space is small & cozy, serving up all of Lucky’s classic steak cuts, including the porterhouse and bone-in-rib chop. The Soho location also features tableside martini service and a beautiful marble bar.
Yawning Cobra: Yawning Cobra is NoHo’s newest cocktail bar and the perfect place to begin your night out. This hidden Japanese speakeasy, marked by a snake shaped door handle, it offers fun cocktails and fried chicken in a sleek atmosphere.
Le Veau d’Or: Iconic NYC French restaurant, Le Veau d’Or, is back thanks to the team behind both Frenchette and Le Rock. This 1937 French eatery is considered the longest-running French bistro in NYC and is bringing back classics like their hanger steak bernaise with frites. Their $125 prix-fixe menu is far from limiting, offering 10 options each for both appetizers and entrées.
Elvis: The wine bar will soon replace Jolene and what was Great Jones Cafe in NoHo for 35 years. The wine bar will feature small bites and an extensive natural wine list curated by Le Dive’s wine director. Given that Elvis is coming from Golden Age Hospitality (The Nines, Le Dive, Deux Chats, Acme) it’s sure to be amazing!
Zimmi’s: The team behind Jean’s is opening this French-inspired spot on Bedford and its bound to be one of the West Village’s hottest openings this fall. The restaurant will feature both a wine bar and a formal dining room.
Eel Bar: The team behind Cervo’s recently opened Eel Bar on the Lower East Side. They’re serving a tapas menu in addition to an extensive drink list. This would be a great spot for date night!
Good Guys: Good Guys is another great new addition to the LES! This walk-in only spritz and wine shop has a small menu of bites brought to you by a Russ and Daughters alumn. Not only do they have great service, but their fun selection of vinyls make it the perfect atmosphere for a date or casual night with friends.
Midnight Blue: Takuma Watanabe (Martiny’s, L’Americana, Angel’s Share) is at it again, but this time with a jazz bar in Gramercy. Midnight Blue features a whiskey-focused bar and a main event space dedicated to nightly jazz performances. Expect a $10 cover charge and a creative cocktail menu with a variety of martinis, sours, and old fashions.
Thea: From the team behind Miss Ada and Theodora, Thea is Brooklyn’s newest go-to bakery for pastries and sandwiches. Thea serves coffee in addition to a variety of baked goods and sandwiches. Pro tip - arrive right at opening at 7am to grab their limited egg sandwiches and avocado toast!
Cha Cha Chang: Cha Cha Chang took over Hancock St. in West Village with a Hong Kong-style diner. What began as a pop-up now has a permanent home. Expect elevated peking duck, ramen, macaroni soup, egg rolls and more. The restaurant is also open for brunch and serves a milk bread french toast with sweetened condensed milk.
Roberta’s: Famous pizza joint Roberta’s now has a standalone location in NYC right above Penn Station! This location features a rooftop in addition to indoor seating. Don’t miss out on their classics - Neapolitan pizza (go for the Bee Sting!), stracciatella and n’djua, little gem salad, and a ton of pastas. If you are on the go, you can also check out their slice shop, R.slice, at the ground level.
Carnitas Ramirez: True to their name, Carnitas Ramirez is all about carnitas! Taqueria Ramirez opened their latest spot in East Village with a special focus on pork. These budget-friendly tacos cater to adventurous eaters, offering more than 10 different cuts like pork ear and tongue.
Pura Vida: Popular Miami cafe Pura Vida, known for its fresh and healthy menu, recently opened its doors in NoMad! The restaurant chain is bringing its signature casual, beachy vibes along with popular dishes like their toasted chicken wrap and avocado smash toast. Breakfast is served all day in addition to an extensive menu of smoothies and acai bowls.
Chloe: Chef Chloe Coscarelli makes her return at the OG By Chloe location on Bleecker Street. Even if you’re not vegan, you should definitely check it out. My fave is the quinoa taco salad!
Psaraki: Psaraki is bringing traditional Greek food to Williamsburg with beautiful views of the East River and Williamsburg Bridge. A great spot for an outdoor dinner with a group!
Bar Contra: Michelin-starred Contra is back, but this time as a cocktail bar with light bites. I went this past weekend and was very impressed - the perfect date night spot on the Lower East Side!
Din Tai Fung: Last, but certainly not least… world-renowned Din Tai Fung opened its first and largest location in Midtown. This Chinese restaurant seats more than 400 guests and serves a variety of soup dumplings, spicy wontons, and fried rice among other favorite items. Din Tai Fung has a reputation for its consistent quality, and this new location is no exception. Be sure to check their website, as they are currently operating on a reservation-only basis.