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NYC Bites - What New York City Restaurants and Bars are Up To Now!
March 25, 2025, 12:55.36 am ET

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Photo: Cititour.com

Sugar Shack in the City is back for 2025, co-hosted by M. Wells and New York Distilling Company (573 Johnson Ave) , bringing an over-the-top brunch party to Bushwick to celebrate maple syrup season. Guests can feast family-style on glazed ribs, seafood sausage, aged foie gras, housemade bread, dope desserts, and taffy on snow, all paired with specialty pours and punch bowls. The brunch runs Sundays at 1 PM on March 30, April 6, April 13, and April 20. Perfect for families, groups, and solo diners, with kids 6-12 half price and under 5 eating free. Tickets here.


Photo: Ferdinando's Focacceria

Ferdinando's Focacceria is getting a new lease on life, sort of. Sal Lamboglia, who owns Cafe Spaghetti, Swoony's and Sal Tang's. Lamboglia was reportedly hand-picked by longtime owner, Frank Buffa, to take over the space which is expected to have a new name while honoring Ferdinando's in the process.


Photo: Bar Bonobo

Bar Bonobo in Chelsea is celebrating year two with the launch of weekend brunch starting April 5 and a fresh lineup of spring cocktails debuting April 1. They include The Beet (beet-infused mezcal), The Tomato (tequila with tomato preserve), and The Carrot (rum, amaretto, and fresh carrot juice). Brunch runs Saturdays & Sundays, 12–3 PM, with regular service to follow.

Vita Coco is teaming up with Peet’s Coffee and NYC’s Joe Coffee to release a round of refreshing coconut-infused drinks this spring. Peet’s will debut a Coconut Water Matcha and Coconut Water Cold Brew, while Joe Coffee offers an Orange & Crème Coconut Latte.


Photo: The Garden

Finally, heading to the Easter Parade? You may want to take you Easter bonnet to these two luxe spots located steps from the parade route. The Garden at Four Seasons Hotel New York (57 E 57th St) is offering a festive brunch, including Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Avocado Toast, plus a Veuve Clicquot Spritz Cart and an Easter Egg Hunt at 12 PM, 1 PM, and 2 PM inside the hotel.


Photo: Le Jardinier

Le Jardinier (610 Lexington Ave) opens specially for Easter with an elegant 3-course ($145) or 4-course ($175) prix-fixe menu, featuring English Pea Velouté, a Poached Lobster Roll with creamy polenta, and Australian Lamb Loin.

Happy Eating!

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