andy you will be missed I only knew you for a few years but what a great man generous kind funny love to talk about fishing going to miss him — Brian Mccabe on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Andy, I am so saddened to hear of your passing. You were one of my great friends for over 30 years, I will miss you so very much. You were a pillar of the community, heaven has gained a true angel. My condolences go out to your family may God grant them all the comfort during this time. Thank you for everything, things will not be the same without you!! Adio :( — Dorothy Lorenzo on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

thanks for anything news for Tribeca residents — jane goldberg on How some folks around here keep busy during a pandemic

How sad to read these heartwarming tributes to this lovely man who touched so many people with his warmth and generosity. So many think Tribeca is just this "hotsy-totsy" exclusive/wealthy/hedge fund/one per center area and then you realize it is a community consisting of people that care about each other, particularly in these perilous and strange times we are now living through. — Richard on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Andy and his family are execellant examples of what it means to be part of a neighborhood! Myself, along with my immediate and extended family are so sorry for your loss. Your restaurant has been our dining room many times for many meals. Andy - your kindness, thoughtfulness and your beautiful smile will be missed! May the heavenly seas bring you eternal happiness. Thank you for taking care of us all of these years! — Heather Church on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

What horrible news. Always present, and so friendly. Always greeted me and my son when we came in for a meal, or when passing by and see him through the window with a friendly wave. SCREW YOU Covid 19!. — Sandra on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

My heart is so heavy. I can't stop crying. Andy fed me and my husband in the 90s at gee whiz when my father in law was dying and we didn't have the energy to cook. Years later, he greeted (and seated) us and our 2 daughters with the broadest smile and and most open heart after every downtown soccer and little league game. We are grieving his loss deeply. He and his partner Pete felt like family, always asking about us our children. Tribeca and the world will not be the same without him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this excruciatingly painful time. — annie chanler & andy scheman on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

A real body-blow to the neighborhood. What a terrible loss to the community. Andy was truly a Tribecan who epitomized what is good about this area. — Bob on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

This is heartbreaking. Andy was a warm and generous man. It was less than a month ago that he surprised my daughter with a piece of her favorite red velvet cake “on the house”. When I think of him, I see his wonderful smiling face. — Lisa on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Our heart goes out to Andy’s family. We have known him since our daughters attended PS 234 back in the ‘90’s and we’d dine at Gee Whiz. When we first walked into Tribeca’s Kitchen, Andy remembered us and greeted us like long lost relatives and that feeling of welcomeness was felt each time we entered. We happened to have had lunch on the last day Tribeca’s Kitchen was open. We wondered where Andy was...missed his smiling face and cheery greeting and chat.... had no clue by the evening it would be closed. Later that day, we found it was closed by a delivery person from another local restaurant. Andy will be missed by so many. May his family remain healthy and strong and may his memory be a blessing. — Nadine Drucker Antopol on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

My nine year old son inadvertently saw this news about our dear friend Andy this morning. He said in a sullen voice, this is the nice man from the diner, the one who gave me a free chocolate chip cookie the last time we went for lunch in late February a few weeks ago. Andy made an indelible impression on our whole family. His generosity was boundless. He was happy to see you, to share a giggle or a funny story. The happy man who knew us well even though we didn’t see him in a while. The man with a warm smile. The person who has seen us through all of our family stages. The friend who chatted about everything and nothing. He wasn’t just a proprietor of a small business and was much more than a fixture at Tribeca’s Kitchen. Andy personified all good things about our small town, our neighborhood, our Tribeca. We will miss you dearly my friend. Peace be with you. Our prayers and blessings to your family. — Kacee on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Shocking! Shocking news!!! We just walked to the restaurant to see how Andy and his staff were doing. The doors were shut. Andy loved his customers. It’s such a joy to watch him greeting his customers. We always felt like going home. Andy’s smiles and his voice, “Happy Friday!”, will be forever missed. — Cora and Bob on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Wow this is really sad. Prayers for the family. — Jo on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Mr. Koutsoudakis worked so very hard; and he gave so much to the neighborhood, including the children and parents of P.S. 234; and, after 9/11, he fed so many First Responders and Ground Zero workers for free at Gee Whiz. How regrettable that he was stressed out by those who fought his attempt to have outdoor tables at Tribeca's Kitchen, but he never lost his cheer. Mr. Koutsoudakis was part of the Soul of Tribeca; and he will always be remembered. Our condolences to his family. — Joanna Molloy on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

While we no longer live in Tribeca we remember Andy and the wonderful Gee Whiz. We are very saddened to see this and wish his family our condolences and best wishes. — Steve and Mimi Houston on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

I am so profoundly sad. Andy was a treasure. I loved talking about Crete with him. His restaurant captured that deep sense of generosity and welcoming everyone like family. — Nicki on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Our family was among the many who knew and loved Andy from the neighborhood -- first as the welcome, warm face of Gee Whiz, and then at Tribeca Kitchen, where he brought many of the familiar waiters and waitresses with him, because they were "family." We always joked about each others' sons -- he called mine Big Trouble and Little Trouble and I called his Legal Eagle once he went to law school -- and our affection for one another was apparent without saying a word. When I was working on a TV show, and we needed a diner location, there was no question about going to Andy, and his saying of course, whatever you need, generosity was his natural instinct. And when we were shooting, and there was a family of tourists from Sweden who were curiously watching, he asked if we could put the two Swedish kids in the scene as background because he knew it would be a memorable moment for them. Their thrill was his thrill. God, it's upsetting to hear this news. This hits home, literally. — Kevi Kaufman on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

The best of the best- Andy- a smile - a laugh-a joyful presence. He gave because it was the right thing to do, no questions asked. My condolences to his family and to all us is who will miss this blessed being. — Pat DeMarco on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

I couldn’t bring myself to read the article. Heartbroken — Andrea on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

We're heartbroken. From the early 80s when we lived in BPC and I discovered Gee Whiz (there's a real diner in Tribeca!), to the morning the neighborhood got power back after Sandy and Gee Whiz was open and serving, to 2 weeks ago when we had dinner at Tribeca's Kitchen right before the closures, Andy's restaurants have been our go-to place. He was so generous and welcoming over the years to our family. When my son was in high school and had an Economics assignment to interview a small business owner Andy spent more than 2 hours with him, much longer than expected, explaining both the rewards and difficulties of operating a restaurant. Rest in peace Andy. To Andy's family, I pray that your happy memories provide you some peace in this difficult time. — NV on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Heartbroken beyond words. We started getting the news about Andy yesterday and nobody wanted to believe it. A living smile is the only way I can describe Andy. We live literally across the street and were always in and out. He's not just a business, he's a friend and "family." There are just no way to describe the hole in this entire community without him being a part of our lives. Our deepest love and condolences to his family. God Bless HIm Forever. — Jean Grillo on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

What a incredible loss for our community! Andy, you watched my children grow! You treated everyone with so much love and respect! I can’t believe we were talking about this virus 2 weeks ago. I am incredibly sad and I will miss you greeting me every time I came to Tribeca’s Kitchen! Andy, you will be forever missed. To your family, you will be in my prayers and I’m so incredibly sorry for you loss! We lost an amazing human! — Adriana Keiser on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

this news is so shocking. Our hearts go out to Andy's family in this very trying time, we send our heartfelt condolences. We have looked forward to Andy's smile for years when visiting Tribeca's Kitchen. We traded fishing stories and stories of Greece and Hawaii. We will FOREVER remember his sincerity, his grace, his smile, warmth, honesty and expertise. I feel as though I just lost a dear friend. May you always have a big fish on the line, calm seas and sunny days. We will miss you probably more than you know, - you cared about each of your customers so dearly, and you treated us like your own family. Jan L. Shane Y. — Jan Lee on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

Rest in Peace dear Andy. Your warm smile and enthusiastic generosity towards the children and families of Tribeca and BPC will never be forgotten. From Day One you were always ready to help out. God Bless you and your family. You will be greatly missed. — Susan on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus

I do not live in NY but my condolences to his family and all the other people who cherished him may his kind acts and love for all go before him may he Rest In Peace — Barbara Warner on Andy Koutsoudakis Sr., owner of Tribeca’s Kitchen, dies from the coronavirus