Upper West Side Malaysian Restaurant Is Already Closing After Just a Couple of Months
Briefly

Kancil, a restaurant specializing in Malaysian cuisine, will close its doors after just six months in operation on April 13. Owner Salil Mehta attributed the closure to rising operating costs and logistical issues, including scaffolding obstructing the entrance. The restaurant, a part of Fungi Hospitality Group and launched in November 2024, featured a unique interactive cocktail program and a diverse menu. Mehta also operates several other restaurants, indicating the challenges faced by new establishments in the competitive New York dining scene.
Kancil, a Malaysian restaurant located on the Upper West Side, will close after six months due to rising operating costs and logistical challenges, including blocked entrances.
Owner Salil Mehta cited the difficulties of managing complex costs and logistics as the main reasons for Kancil's closure, despite a unique interactive cocktail program.
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