Empire Diner? Umpire Diner? Vampire Diner?
The big question is whether the new restaurant has any affiliation with the Empire Diner in Chelsea, notably resurrected by chef Amanda Freitag and partners in 2014 (but lasting just under two years).
The 19 New Buildings Under Construction in Tribeca
If it seems like there's a new building going up on every other block, that's because there is. Here's a recap of the 19 new buildings under construction in Tribeca—all but one are residential. / 6 comments
TONIGHT: Celebrate the Downtown Design Festival at the Seaport
Join Seaport District NYC to celebrate the Downtown Design Festival (May 5-17) at the official opening night. Free to the public, the event will feature music and live entertainment, as well as food and spirits available for purchase. / Sponsored
Newsletter: May 9
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Field Trip: The High Bridge
Like porch swings and celebrity nudes, pedestrian bridges are irresistible—especially ones that have been off limits for 40 years. / 4 comments
In the News: History of a Reade Street Building
Plus: "Leadership rumble" inside Community Board 1; new Cortlandt Alley condo rendering; the Tribeca loft of artist Grimanesa Amorós; Gyllenhaal/Swinton film shoot.
Seen & Heard: New Chinese Restaurant in Battery Park City
Plus: Best Market's sidewalk signs; Lloyd Cole in concert; Battery Dance at the Schimmel Center; Danish design exhibit. / 6 comments
Where in Tribeca…?
Know where this was shot? Prove it. / 1 comment
Nosy Neighbor: Why Does 3 World Trade Center Have Tailpipes?
"The photo tour of 3 World Trade Center that Curbed ran last week included a photo of what look like tailpipes, but it didn't say what they are. Can you find out?" —A.
You’re Invited: Seaport District NYC Celebrates the Downtown Design Festival
Join Seaport District NYC to celebrate the Downtown Design Festival (May 5-17) at the official opening night. Free to the public, the event will feature music and live entertainment, as well as food and spirits available for purchase. / Sponsored
Seen & Heard: Suspicious Man Spotted in Local Parks
Plus: Helicopters for America's Cup; plywood up at a Broadway storefront; flood-protection efforts on Warren; Junie B. on stage. / 4 comments
In the News: Forever 21 Confirmed for World Trade Center Mall
Along with Smythson and Kit and Ace. Plus: Morton Street School zoning approved; advertising on a WTC wall; City Council debates the FiDi arcade plan; Canvas reopened in Soho; Pier 40 air rights; furniture designers.
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Walked by this morning, it’s no longer there — K / Encampment set up on Park Row and Beekman
This is exactly the behavior that brought about Seattle’s downfall. Allowing encampments to completely take over the city by way... — D / Encampment set up on Park Row and Beekman
He's since built a new camp along the fence on the east side of the park, just past the driveway... — C / Encampment set up on Park Row and Beekman
I don't believe allowing people to choose to sleep on the street, especially those with mental illness or substance abuse... — N / Encampment set up on Park Row and Beekman
Here we go…just wait until nyc is covered in skid row type encampments that the nypd has zero power to... — Matt / Encampment set up on Park Row and Beekman
would love to try! is Meadow Lane the only place to find? — Les / Made in Tribeca: Emmy Eats
That ugly orange tarp on the sidewalk has also been there for ages, and it creates a chokepoint when walking... — Tribeca Dad / Nosy Neighbor: What’s going on along Broadway south of Worth?