Keens Steakhouse, a historic New York institution since 1885, was sold to billionaire Tillman Fertitta for $30 million. Fertitta's acquisition coincides with his nomination as U.S. ambassador to Italy by former President Trump, who praised him as an exemplary businessman. The restaurant community is anxious about potential corporate changes and menu shifts, especially with Fertitta's known background in owning chains like Rainforest Cafe that focus less on culinary excellence. Eater reported on Fertitta's involvement in various New York initiatives, raising questions about the future identity of Keens and loyalty to its legacy.
As our colleague Chris Crowley at Grub Street asked last fall: "Is this the end of Keens as we know it?"
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