🚕 Hildur, Colonie & NYC’s November Food Scene

Good Morning NY!

Hildur is closing in DUMBO after 14 years of Nordic-French flavors.

Colonie in Brooklyn Heights will serve its final meal on November 30.

Queens welcomes new flavors: Ayat, Mrs. Georgia, NaiSnow, and Cafe Coco.

NYC openings you’ll want to book: Opera House, Safta, Ramen by Ra, and Willet’s Corner.

Local restaurateurs are hitting pause on NYC expansion after the mayoral election.

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Brooklyn’s food scene says goodbye to beloved staples, making way for new flavors and fresh experiences.

Hildur Bids Brooklyn Goodbye After 14 Years of Nordic-French Flavors

After 14 years, Hildur, the beloved Scandinavian-inspired bistro in DUMBO, is closing its doors on November 16.

The restaurant became a Brooklyn favorite for its fermentation-driven Nordic-French menu.

Diners flocked to experience its carefully crafted dishes paired with a natural-wine selection.

Hildur’s minimalist, cozy space at 5 Front Street added to its charm and intimate dining experience.

Over the years, the restaurant gained a loyal following who admired its creative approach to Scandinavian cuisine.

The closure marks the end of an era for DUMBO’s culinary scene, leaving fans reminiscing about their favorite dishes.

Despite its departure, Hildur’s influence on the borough’s food culture and its celebration of Nordic flavors will be remembered fondly.

Reservations for the final service are filling quickly, giving patrons one last chance to savor the restaurant’s unique offerings.

New Flavors Arrive in Queens — Must-Try Cafés and Restaurants

Queens is heating up with fresh dining options this November.

Astoria welcomes Ayat, a Palestinian restaurant serving beef shawarma pizza sandwiches, traditional maklouba, and family-style platters.

Just nearby, Mrs. Georgia opens with Georgian favorites like khinkali dumplings and Megrelian kharacho, a beef stew with walnuts and herbs.

Long Island City introduces NaiSnow, a dessert-focused spot offering tiramisu egg tarts, matcha pastries, and other sweet treats.

Close by, Cafe Coco brings cozy café vibes with banana bread, zucchini pancakes, fresh brioche sandwiches, and hearty brunch options.

These new spots combine global flavors with inviting atmospheres, perfect for both casual coffee breaks and full meals.

From savory Middle Eastern and Georgian dishes to decadent pastries, Queens’ food scene keeps expanding in exciting ways.

Food lovers will want to explore these additions to western Queens this month.

NYC’s Newest Openings You’ll Want to Book Right Now

New York City’s dining scene just welcomed a wave of fresh flavors, and these openings are already making waves.

Opera House, tucked beneath Chinese Tuxedo, brings a late-night dim sum experience paired with inventive cocktails served until 1:30 a.m.

In Crown Heights, Safta offers vibrant Middle Eastern dishes like za’atar labne and tender shawarma in a cozy, lively space.

Chef Rasheeda Purdie’s Ramen by Ra in the East Village is turning heads with brunch-style ramen bowls and creative flavor twists.

Over on the Upper West Side, Willet’s Corner blends a casual bar vibe with refined comfort plates and a standout dirty chai espresso martini.

Each of these newcomers is redefining what it means to dine out in New York this season.

Tables are filling quickly—so now’s the time to make your Resy.

Local Restaurateur Hits Pause On NYC Expansion After Mayor-Elect’s Victory

Following Zohran Mamdani’s win in the New York City mayoral race, restaurateur Stratis Morfogen announced he is halting expansion plans in the city.

Morfogen canceled three imminent openings—including one in Midtown West—saying “I waited for the election before signing and now I'm not signing.”

The decision comes amid concern over Mamdani’s progressive agenda, including a proposed $30 minimum wage by 2030 and increased taxes, which Morfogen says threaten fast-casual business models.

Longtime nightlife operator Richie Romero also paused his city plans, citing concerns over public safety and “anti-business” policies, while shifting focus to secondary markets like Atlanta and Dallas.

These developments reflect broader business-community anxieties about how new governance might impact urban investment and small-business viability in New York City.

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Two Beloved Brooklyn Restaurants Say Their Goodbyes

Brooklyn’s dining scene is losing two neighborhood favorites this month.

Hildur, the cozy Scandinavian-French bistro in DUMBO, will close its doors on November 15.

Just a few miles away, the beloved Colonie in Brooklyn Heights — a fixture on Atlantic Avenue for nearly 14 years — will serve its final meal on November 30.

Both restaurants are operated by the same team, who also recently closed Pips.

According to the owners, expiring leases, rising costs, and post-pandemic shifts in dining habits made it difficult to keep the spaces running.

These closures mark the end of an era for Brooklyn diners who have long relied on Colonie’s warm hospitality and Hildur’s elegant simplicity.

As the borough’s food scene continues to evolve, these farewells serve as a reminder of how quickly even cherished spots can disappear.

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