Upper West Side Openings & Closings

The Art Of Shaving outpost slated for 2151 Broadway (between 75th & 76th) looks like it’s getting close to opening. @amiehofffitness sent in this picture. This is the space formerly occupied by Neuhaus Chocolate. @Tovahgo wrote in to say she heard a rumor that the former Niko’s space on Broadway & 76th will become a [...]

Niko’s Gets Sued by Workers for Overtime Pay

Niko’s Mediterranean Grill & Bistro, the eatery on Broadway and 76th that closed in February after 50 years in business, has continuing problems despite ending service.  DNAinfo reports that the restaurant’s owner is being sued by workers claiming that they were not paid for overtime work.  Workers allege that Demitrios N. Imirziades, the owner of [...]

Upper West Side Openings and Closings

The New York Post reports that Ditch Plains, the oyster bar/fish shack that pays homage to Montauk and is headed up by sea-lover (and chef at Landmarc) Marc Murphy, is getting close to opening its Upper West Side location.  The restaurant, with a popular West Village location, is slated to open its 5,000 square foot [...]