In May 2025, various longstanding restaurants, bars, and cafes in New York City have closed, impacting local dining culture. Notable closures include Vegetarian Dim Sum House in Chinatown, known for its vegan offerings, and Black Seed Bagels in the East Village, which is shutting down due to lease expiration. However, closures also bring transformations, as seen with Adda's relocation to a larger space in Manhattan. These changes reflect ongoing evolution in NYC's culinary scene, prompting locals to stay updated on their favorite spots.
Chinatown's Vegetarian Dim Sum House has closed after decades serving vegan dim sum, marking the loss of a classic staple in the community.
After nearly a decade, Black Seed Bagels in the East Village is closing its location due to an ending lease, despite maintaining other outlets.
Adda, a popular Indian restaurant in Queens, has closed its original location but has reopened in a larger Manhattan space, reassuring loyal diners.
Brooklyn's Bar Meridian has closed to make way for a new unnamed oyster bar, signifying a shift in the local dining landscape.
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