The New York City dining scene has faced a wave of closures in June 2025, affecting a variety of beloved restaurants, cafes, and bars across the boroughs.
As the month drew to a close, neighborhoods from Bensonhurst to Williamsburg witnessed the shuttering of numerous establishments that have served loyal patrons for years.
On July 1, Bari Pork Store in Bensonhurst, a pork store and deli that had been in business for 37 years, closed its doors. The founders, George Firrantello and Tony Turrigiano, cited escalating inventory costs and sluggish sales as reasons for the closure.
Over in Cobble Hill, Charlotte Patisserie, a French bakery, shuttered one of its two locations on June 22. Launched in 2017, this bakery was known for its delectable pastries, while its sister bakery in Greenpoint remains open.
East Harlem’s Atla’s Conchas, a micro-bakery that opened just a year prior, announced its closure on the same day, stating plans to relocate to Vermont later in the summer.
Little Italy’s Baz Bagel, a fixture for 11 years, closed its operation on June 22. Owner Bari Musacchio decided it was time to move on, with an uptown bagel operator set to take over the space.
Similarly, the renowned Southeast Asian restaurant Pig & Khao, helmed by Top Chef contestant Leah Cohen, shut down on June 22 after 13 years. The decision was made after the lease was up for renewal, and the anticipated investment to continue operations was deemed unfeasible.
Simultaneously, Cohen’s other venue, Piggyback, also closed its doors on the same day due to the challenging economic climate affecting the industry.
Red Hook Coffee Shop, a cafe and vintage shop in Red Hook, ended its run on June 24. The announcement came with news that the neighboring Red Hook Tavern would be taking over the space.
Lola Taverna, an eatery serving Greek cuisine in Soho, closed on June 21, managed by Prince Street Hospitality, which still operates other popular spots in the city.
On June 23, acclaimed French chef Daniel Boulud closed three of his restaurants, including Bar Boulud, Boulud Sud, and Épicerie Boulud. Boulud is planning to create a new, unnamed brasserie in the spaces, which are anticipated to reopen around the winter holidays.
In Williamsburg, Japanese restaurant Bozu closed on June 21 after being unable to secure a favorable lease renewal agreement. However, they will continue offering delivery and catering services from another location.
A wave of closures occurred earlier in June too. In Chinatown, Nice One, a little-known but longtime bakery, ceased operations on June 15 after 30 years of serving the community with buns and egg custards.
The East Village saw its own share of closings with Sip + Co. and Taqueria Diana both shuttering their locations. Despite these closures, Sip + Co. retains its Midtown operation.
Kent Hospitality’s Time and Tide in Flatiron, led by Top Chef winner Danny Garcia, also closed on June 17, preparing to make way for a new restaurant while serving a pop-up in the interim at the same address.
Greenpoint witnessed the closure of Upright Coffee, a local favorite for 14 years, with owner Daniel Neumann stating it was time for new ventures as the reason for closing.
Likewise, the mini-chain Vegan Quick Bites, initially opened in Brooklyn Heights under the name Next Stop Vegan, closed down on June 15.
The acclaimed African fast-casual restaurant Teranga in Harlem, which showcased ancient African grains, also called it quits on June 15. Chef Pierre Thiam stated that the restaurant’s remaining location in Midtown’s food hall would remain open.
On the Upper East Side, Il Mulino Uptown closed its doors on June 19, preparing for a relocation nearby named Il Mulino NY Madison.
The North End Food Hall, which was the first of its kind in Washington Heights, also closed on June 15 after its brief existence since opening in 2021.
In a loss for Williamsburg, Gertie’s, a New York Jewish diner and deli that opened in 2019, closed its doors on June 15. The owners are actively seeking a new location to continue the beloved culinary tradition.
Modern Love, an eight-year-old vegan comfort food restaurant also in Williamsburg, closed on June 15 due to operational challenges, with the hope of reopening in a new venue in the future.
To add to the closures in Park Slope, That Bar, a sports pub, closed at the end of May, while Bareburger and Purbird both ended their runs in early June.
With the recent trend of restaurant closures affecting various neighborhoods in NYC, the dining landscape continues to evolve as economic challenges persist within the hospitality sector. As some of these establishments bid farewell, others are preparing to take their place, showcasing the resilience and dynamism inherent in New York City’s restaurant scene.
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