Emma Orlow

New York

Editor at Eater New York

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Articles

An Italian Sandwich Pop-Up Is Settling Down and Opening a Storefront

1 week ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Salvatore La Rosa, who initially found success with selling sandwiches via a circa 1970s moped, is settling down. La Rosa says he’s signed a lease for Salvo’s at 66-01 Forest Avenue, near Gates Avenue, in a former Ridgewood shoe repair shop. Salvo’s began selling Italian lunch by way of Instagram in 2023. Some of his earliest offerings included a mortadella sandwich with fried zucchini, dressed with olive oil, lemon, basil, and dill, and prosciutto with pistachio spread.
Comal, a Restaurant Influenced by Mexico City, Will Takeover the Gem Wine Space

2 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Courtesy of the chef When Flynn McGarry decided not to renew his lease for Gem Wine, the question swirled of who might take over the prime Lower East Side address. As it turns out, McGarry has passed keys to Gaz Herbert, the former executive chef at the King team’s follow-up, Jupiter in Midtown, who will open something of his own in the space at 116 Forsyth Street, between Broome and Delancey streets. Herbert is making a culinary departure from his last splashy Manhattan posting.
The 38 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

2 weeks ago | philly.eater.com | Emma Orlow |Missy Frederick |Nadia Chaudhury |Erika Adams

Back to List Kalaya sends out stellar Thai dishes in Fishtown. Kalaya Kalaya sends out stellar Thai dishes in Fishtown.
Best New Restaurants in Brooklyn, April 2025: According to Eater Editors - Eater NY

2 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Best Brooklyn restaurants new: Confidant, Sal Tang’s. Hungry Thirsty, Patio Tropical, Hildur, Pitt’s, Wayward Fare, Lulla’s Bakery, Lundy’s, the Snail, Chrissy’s Pizza, Nin Hao, Cafe Kestrel.
The Biggest New Restaurant Openings in New York This Month

2 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Bettina Makalintal/Eater NY April 3 Bushwick: At the end of last year, M. Wells Steakhouse closed in Long Island City after a decade. Sarah Obraitis and Hugue Dufour decided not to renew their lease. Now, M. Wells is back, only not where you’d expect. M. Wells Hospitality has made a name for itself in Queens: Through M. Wells at MoMA PS1, M. Wells Diner in an old diner car, and the steakhouse (all now closed). Starting this month, and for the foreseeable future, M.
These Are the New York James Beard Award Finalists for 2025

3 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Jutharat Pinyodoonyachet/Penny The James Beard Foundation announced its restaurant finalists for their 2025 awards, considered to be the food world Oscars. It’s a shortened list from the full line-up of semifinalists announced in January. On June 16, the winners will be revealed at the ceremony held at the Lyric Opera House in Chicago and livestreamed on Eater.
Fedora, Once a Decades-Old West Village Haunt, Is Opening From a New Team

3 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Eater NY/Daniel Krieger Fedora, which closed during the pandemic, was a West Village restaurant that’s seen multiple caretakers over the decades, most recently with Gabriel Stulman and his hospitality group, Happy Cooking Hospitality. But now, it seems Fedora is returning once more, only this time with a new team.
Seems Like Raoul’s Is Expanding Next Door in Soho

3 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Eater NY Soho institution Raoul’s is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. And what better way to celebrate than by expanding? Newsletter Breaker Media wrote last week that Raoul’s is taking over the building next door to expand its seating. Reached by email, team Raoul’s said, “At this time, we have no information to give,” but didn’t deny it either.
Marlow and Sons, an Unpretentious Staple of Williamsburg, Is Closing After 20 Years

3 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Daniel Krieger/Eater NY Marlow and Sons, a day-to-night staple of Williamsburg, is closing after 21 years. Owner Andrew Tarlow announced the shutter on Instagram, sharing that its last day will be Sunday, April 6. “I’m heartbroken to have to close Marlow & Sons, but a recent significant increase in our rent has presented a financial challenge that we aren’t able to overcome,” Tarlow said in a statement to Eater.
Pour One Out for Pencil Factory, a Reliable Dive Bar Closing After 25 Years

3 weeks ago | ny.eater.com | Emma Orlow

Google Maps Pencil Factory, a reliable, lively dive bar that held on for nearly 25 years, is closing, publication Greenpointers first reported. Owners Louise Favier, Sean O’Rourke, and Brian P. Taylor stated that the choice was not theirs to make: their landlord chose not to renew their lease. Pencil Factory’s final day of business is Sunday, July 27, so fans have some time to have a last Aperol Spritz on a hot summer Friday while people-watching at this prime Greenpoint intersection.