More Grocery Stores That Are Also Great Restaurants
Dining, Today
It’s round two back at markets that have the best prepared foods for the days you’re not quite feeling restaurants.
36 Hours in Carmel, Calif.
Interactive, Today
On California’s Central Coast, three storybook enclaves draw visitors with dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches, zany architecture and more.
Huset Pops Up at the Standard, East Village, With Flavors From Mexico City
Dining, April 1
Hakata TonTon serves hot pot at Cha Kee, a new shop focuses on the bureka and more restaurant news.
Hooters Files for Bankruptcy, but Its Restaurants Will Stay Open
Express, April 1
A group that includes the restaurant’s founders will buy restaurants from the private equity firm that owns many locations of the chain.
The Revolving Restaurant Is Back Again (and Again)
Dining, April 1
Long considered a midcentury novelty, rotating restaurants are spinning back to life in cities across the United States.
Steak Fries: Deservedly Reviled or Underappreciated Edible Spoon?
Dining, March 31
They may be America’s least popular fry, but some chefs are still devoted to them.
The Army Has a Fast-Food Problem. Can a TV Chef Fix That?
Dining, March 31
Robert Irvine has been enlisted to overhaul the dreary mess hall menus that drive many soldiers to less-healthy choices.
Cómo Hooters se convirtió en un refugio para los jóvenes gay
En español, March 30
Muchos padres y abuelos llevan a sus hijos gay al bar que se ha convertido en un lugar se ha vuelto un santuario. El autor lo explica con su testimonio y el de otras personas.
A Tropical Haven for Design and Seafood Is Back on the Tourist Map
T Style, March 28
Insider tips on where to eat, sleep and shop in the Sri Lankan city of Colombo.
Three Restaurants Where Big Groups Are No Problem
Dining, March 27
We’re talking indoor pavilions, prix fixe deals and informal hangs.
36 Hours in Budapest
Interactive, March 27
New museums, galleries and spruced-up parks counterbalance this Central European city’s classic architecture and thermal baths.
Shell Shocked: How Small Eateries Are Dealing With Record Egg Prices
Projects and Initiatives, March 26
Mom-and-pop businesses are trying to adapt to the soaring cost of eggs. The owners of four egg-centric restaurants across the country show how they are coping with this threat to their livelihoods.
A Queens Bar Becomes a Beacon for Inspired Mexican American Food
Dining, March 25
Like the big cat that presides over this Ridgewood restaurant, Hellbender knows how to stretch — mixing late-night vibes with polished cooking.
At Kabawa, Paul Carmichael Takes a Local Approach to Caribbean Cuisine
Dining, March 25
Laliko serves traditional Georgian food in an intimate setting, Sal Lamboglia steps in for Ferdinando’s Focacceria and more restaurant news.
Elon Musk se prepara para incursionar en la industria restaurantera
En español, March 25
Hace dos años, el líder de Tesla y jefe de la DOGE empezó a construir un restaurante y autocine en Los Ángeles. Entonces se convirtió en un pararrayos político.
Why Is Dining Alone So Difficult?
Dining, March 25
With solo reservations on the rise but many restaurants still restricting tables to two or more, solitary Americans often feel left out or stigmatized.
Is British Food Still a Joke?
T Style, March 24
In London, restaurants serving classic English cuisine are having a resurgence. (Yes, that means a lot of beige.)
Why Dads Take Their Gay Sons to Hooters
Op Ed, March 23
Many fathers and grandfathers take their gay sons to the bar. It’s become a place of refuge, and how that happened is a curious story.
How the Owner of a Nightclub and a Roller Rink Spends His Sundays
Metro, March 22
Varun Kataria owns various nightlife venues in Bushwick, Brooklyn. His Sundays usually begin with creative projects and end with his dog, Mushroom.
Elon Musk Gets Ready to Enter the Restaurant Business
Dining, March 21
Two years ago, the Tesla leader and DOGE chief began to build a diner and drive-in theater in Los Angeles. Then he became a political lightning rod.
Dinner and a Show Isn’t Dead
Dining, March 20
Karaage and comedy, shrimp cocktail and a revolving restaurant and more.
The Thai Island With a Food Scene That Rivals the Beach
T Style, March 20
Plus: the neighborhood to know in Athens, Japanese-made sunglasses and more recommendations from T Magazine.
36 Hours in Hilo, Hawaii
Interactive, March 20
Low key and affordable, Hilo has recently raised its coolness factor with a swanky new speakeasy and local chefs gaining national recognition. And outside town, you can witness the fiery spectacle of its resident volcano, Kilauea, now in a particu...
Table for Two? Try 200.
Styles, March 20
More couples are moving away from traditional wedding venues in favor of trendy restaurants with whimsical menus.
What’s the Perfect Trip for Two Picky Travelers? Take the Quiz.
Travel, March 19
You like long hikes, but your travel partner prefers lounging by the pool. Fear not: There’s a vacation you can enjoy together. Let us help you find one.
Is the Doggy Bag Dead?
Dining, March 18
Restaurateurs in big cities have noticed a somewhat surprising shift in diner behavior.
Confidant Brings Fine Dining to Industry City
Dining, March 18
The restaurant, from alums of Roberta’s, focuses on aged seafood and meat, Howoo brings another barbecue take to Midtown and more restaurant news.
Mark Grossich, Who Opened Landmark Luxe Bars, Dies at 74
Obits, March 17
His lounges in Manhattan settings like Grand Central Terminal and the Empire State Building conjured the elegance of a bygone era.
Braving Artillery Strikes to Serve Fresh Sushi in a Frontline Town
Foreign, March 17
Sushi has long been a popular indulgence in Ukraine. For the residents of Sloviansk, a city in Russian cross hairs, it can provide a sense of normalcy that is akin to a necessity in wartime.
Could This Be the End of the Party in Dimes Square?
Dining, March 14
The rejection of one bar’s sidewalk seating permit may be a sign of what’s to come.
‘Yes, Chef,’ You Say? Restaurant Workers Have Feelings About That.
Sunday Business, March 14
The phrase, which traces to 19th-century France, has become popular in casual conversation thanks to “The Bear,” and offers a lens into shifting hierarchies in kitchens.
The Last of the Winter Salads
Dining, March 13
It’s not too late to embrace the bitter and the sweet of chicories and citrus.
How Has New York Remade Itself Since the Pandemic Arrived?
Interactive, March 13
New York City was on the front lines of the Covid-19 crisis. It has largely recovered, but has transformed into a place of greater extremes.
36 Hours in Singapore
Interactive, March 13
The former British colony is celebrating its diamond jubilee this year, and there’s every reason to plan a visit: hike through a beautiful rainforest, visit a supercool art and science museum, and sample the food. Oh, the food!
2 Memoirs by Women of the Bad Boy Chef Era Leave a Bittersweet Taste
Book Review, March 13
New accounts of working in a man’s world — and that world’s comeuppance — are long on boldface names and even longer on personality.
Selma Miriam, Founder of the Feminist Restaurant Bloodroot, Dies at 89
Obits, March 12
She and Noel Furie had just come out as lesbians when they opened an unusual gathering place for women in Connecticut. Nearly half a century later, it is still thriving.
N.Y. Tavern Owner Takes on Texas Over Strip Steak
Metro, March 12
Todd Shapiro, who owns a restaurant where the corned beef sandwich is named for Grover Cleveland, is fighting to protect a steak’s New York name.
New York’s Most Exciting New Restaurant Is Just a Warm-Up Act
Dining, March 11
Ha’s Snack Bar plans to scale up in size and ambition, but it’s already turning heads with its freewheeling takes on French and Vietnamese flavors.
BKK New York Brings Thai Spins on Comfort Food to Midtown
Dining, March 11
Tashkent Supermarket opens a branch in Greenwich Village, Silver Moon Bakery to close and more news.
Step Off the No. 1 Train and Into La Noxe
Real Estate, March 10
A hidden bar has taken hold in the netherworld of a subway station in Chelsea.
High Prices Hit a French Classic: Beef Bourguignon
Sunday Business, March 9
Businesses across Europe, including restaurants in Paris that make the dish, are being squeezed by sticky inflation.
Frigid Weather? Rising Inflation? Restaurants Are Having a Big Winter Anyway.
Dining, March 8
January and February are usually the doldrums for dining, but Americans have been eating out, and spending, with gusto.
If You Have to Ask About This Harlem Dinner Party, You’re Not Invited
Metro, March 8
Members-only clubs and private restaurants have become powerhouses for socializing and networking. But there are some spaces you can’t buy your way into.
¿Por qué este es el restaurante más polémico de Londres?
En español, March 7
El cocinero del restaurante londinense The Yellow Bittern sirve polémica junto a sustanciosos guisos. Y todo se reduce a la clase.
Bourdain and Batali’s Assistant Spills Some Secrets
Dining, March 7
In her new memoir, “Care and Feeding,” Laurie Woolever looks back on 20 tumultuous, exhilarating years with two of America’s biggest celebrity chefs.
36 Hours in Valencia, Spain
Interactive, March 6
Long famous as the birthplace of paella, Valencia offers 300 days of sunshine, exuberant architecture and wide swaths of urban green spaces. And with artists, designers and digital nomads moving in, its cultural scene and gastronomy are soaring.
Why Is This the Most Controversial Restaurant in London?
Dining, March 5
The cook at the London restaurant the Yellow Bittern serves up controversy alongside hearty stews. And it all boils down to class.
4,000 Applications for Outdoor Dining. 39 Licenses Issued.
Metro, February 14
A program to restart outdoor dining in New York City on April 1 is facing an extensive backlog of applications.
Facebook Marketplace Chefs Deliver Homemade Tamales, Empanadas and Other Foods
Express, October 24
Facebook Marketplace, a platform often used for furniture and electronics, is an increasingly popular place to buy and sell home-cooked meals.
Do Careerism and College Mix?
Letters, October 6
Readers respond to a guest essay by a recent college graduate. Also: New York City’s new outdoor dining program; how immigrants built America.
Greed, Gluttony and the Crackup of Red Lobster
Sunday Business, September 9
How missed opportunities, a $1.5 billion real estate deal, all-you-can-eat shrimp and the global pandemic sank the country’s largest seafood chain.
A Judge’s Decision to Delay Trump’s Sentencing
Letters, September 8
Readers disagree about whether putting off sentencing until after the election was the right move. Also: Risky Covid behavior; outdoor dining; a librarian’s fight.
Sidewalk Cafes Are the Latest Target of N.Y.C. Outdoor Dining Crackdown
Metro, August 30
Under new outdoor dining rules, inspectors are ticketing some restaurants and coffeehouses that have a few chairs or tables outside but no formal structures.
Can Free Rent Revive Downtown San Francisco?
Business, August 11
The city, which is among those most devastated in the country after the pandemic, is trying to lure businesses back with a free-rent period.
Street Sheds Transformed New York City Dining. Many Will Soon Disappear.
Metro, August 3
New requirements for the city’s outdoor dining program are being met with concern by restaurant owners.
Debating Covid’s Origins: A Lab or a Market?
Letters, June 13
Responses to a guest essay asserting that the pandemic likely began with a lab leak. Also: President Biden’s image problems; “junk fees” in restaurants.
Ghost Kitchens Are Disappearing, Squeezed by Demand and Complaints
Business, April 12
Delivery-only operations boomed during the pandemic. Now Wendy’s, Kroger and mom-and-pop food businesses are rethinking their operations.
Here’s Why a New York City Lobster Roll (With Fries!) Costs $32
Metro, November 14
The pandemic upended everything at the Red Hook Lobster Pound. By mid-2022, the co-founder felt she had no choice but to raise the price of her signature item, a lobster roll and fries.
The Restaurant Revolution Has Begun
Op Ed, October 20
Many restaurants are fundamentally changing how they do business after the pandemic.
Can There Be Too Many Cafes in Paris?
Business, August 21
The neighbors may complain about the noise, but outdoor spaces that bloomed under a pandemic program are now a permanent and vibrant fixture of city life.
Can Frozen Peas, Long Taken for Granted, Find New Appeal in the U.K.?
Foreign, August 9
Britain’s vegetable producers are hoping this is a moment for the humble frozen pea, a cost-effective staple at a time of rising food prices.
Can Boracay Beat Overtourism?
Travel, April 11
Called one of the world’s best islands, the Philippine resort was closed by the government for six months and reopened with a cap on visitors. Now, with travelers coming back, will it continue to hold the line?
Do Dining Sheds Still Make Sense?
Metropolitan, March 3
They were crucial for restaurants and cooped-up New Yorkers during the pandemic. Now their usefulness is being debated.
In New Zealand, Sauvignon Wishes and Sashimi Dreams
Travel, January 23
A road trip in the country’s South Island offered perfect wines, stunning views, intimate restaurants and the chance to make a pilgrimage to a salmon Shangri-La.
Foodie Fever Dreams Can’t Keep Restaurants Afloat
Op Ed, January 20
The business must reinvent itself to survive.
Shift to Remote Work Puts Pressure on Chains Like Sweetgreen
Business, January 19
Downtown lunch spots that rely on catering to white-collar professionals are rethinking their business model as more employees work from home.
What TikTok Told Us About the Economy in 2022
Business, December 31
From Barbiecore to revenge travel, social media trends gave us a clear picture of the forces reshaping the economy.
The Hochul-Zeldin Debate: A Combative Clash
Metro, October 26
Representative Lee Zeldin painted a bleak portrait of New York, while Gov. Kathy Hochul stressed her rival’s anti-abortion stance and his support for Donald Trump.
On Car-Free Streets, Many New York Restaurants Thrived
Metropolitan, October 25
By promoting outdoor dining, the city’s Open Streets program has helped some eating and drinking establishments survive the pandemic, a new report finds.
Staying Up Late to Find Out Why New York No Longer Does
Metro, September 21
More bars and restaurants are closing their doors at earlier hours, and more New Yorkers are grabbing dinner earlier in the evening. One of our reporters set off to find out why.
When Schools Don’t Educate Their Students
Letters, September 13
Readers discuss an investigation into the lack of secular education at New York’s yeshivas. Also: Outdoor dining; climate-crisis deniers.
In the Mile High City, Festivals and Food Are on the Rise
Travel, August 11
Denver has regained its prepandemic vibrancy, with a plethora of new restaurants and hotels, and the return of some old favorites.
Hulu’s ‘The Bear’ and the Restaurant Industry’s Long Overdue Reckoning
Op Ed, August 7
The Hulu drama is resonating partly because it shows workers demanding a better workplace, which is happening in the restaurant industry and beyond.
Opponents of Outdoor Dining Renew Fight Against Sheds
Metro, August 5
Mayor Eric Adams is a big supporter of outdoor dining, but those who dislike the program are trying to kill it in court.
The Business Lunch May Be Going Out of Business
Dining, July 11
As remote work persists and business deals are sealed online, many upscale restaurants that catered to the nation’s downtown office crowd are canceling the meal.
Hong Kong’s Floating Restaurant Sinks at Sea, Laden With Memories
Express, June 21
Jumbo Floating Restaurant, which closed in 2020, capsized in the South China Sea after being towed from the city. The sinking triggered nostalgia for a happier period of Hong Kong history.
From the South Side to the Loop, Chicago’s Innovative Spirit Thrives
Travel, June 9
Theater, art and music are flourishing, and on the culinary scene, a 13-course Filipino tasting menu and a sleek Black-owned winery in Bronzeville are just a few of the city’s new offerings.
Noma Chef Won’t Attend Brooklyn Dinner Series. So the Meals Are Free.
Dining, May 18
American Express, a sponsor, said it would refund the price of the $700-a-person dinners after hearing that the chef, René Redzepi, tested positive for Covid.
All of Those Quitters? They’re at Work.
Sunday Business, May 13
The Great Resignation was in fact a moment many people traded up for a better-paying gig.