We’re Back & Hotter Than Ever—7 Fresh NYC Openings to Check Out (9/3)

Victor from PartyPlace

Victor from PartyPlace

— 3 min read

From a sleek cocktail lounge to a wood-fired sushi counter to a Domino-themed bar (yes, really), here’s your insider list of what’s actually new this week.

Every Wednesday, we send you the latest restaurant and bar openings — just the cool stuff, nothing sponsored, and not even on PartyPlace (yet).

Forward to a friend, make a plan, and claim the “how’d you find this?” credit.

NYC Openings Worth Bookmarking

The Domino Room

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A hidden-speakeasy experience within a café setting—this London‑inspired bar marries a wraparound Juliet balcony, outdoor terrace, and curated cocktails in an elevated, literary-chic UES hideaway.

HOM Cafe & Wine

A cozy café by day, wine bar by night—think pandan cruffins, dim sum at breakfast paired with brown sugar matcha, and organic rosé come evening. Comfort for every hour.

Musaafer

Houston’s Michelin‑starred export lands in NYC with grandeur—handmade marbled walls, Sheesh Mahal mirror rooms, and modern regional Indian dishes so artful they feel spiritual.

Serano’s Italian

From the Friedmans team, now serving gluten-free pasta and pizza that actually makes you want seconds. Cozy vibe, big flavor.

Sushi Counter (Williamsburg)

Hot, minimalist, just-opened sushi counter with top-tier rolls and pared-back sophistication in the heart of Williamsburg. Address dropping soon.

Bar Tizio

Chef Jonathan Waxman brings Parisian ease to the Village with a refined wine list, seasonal pastas, and pizzettes—think late-night coolness.

Johnny (Johnny Johnny Johnny Johnny)

Named Johnny four times because… why not? This sleek, retro-glam cocktail lounge brings the Bowery Electric's boozy spirit back with red velvet booths, a VIP booth, and a lush back lounge. Think sultry late-night energy, framed by jukebox tunes, plush vintage seating, and locals popping in for $10 cocktails and happy hour vibes till late. Sleek nostalgia meets casual sophistication in this under-the-radar find.

Seven new reasons to stroll, sip, and plate your way around the city.

Maybe it’s a post-Labor Day catch-up, football Sunday, Halloween meet-up, or a full-on holiday plan — either way, we’ve got you.

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Here’s to fall, good food, and even better people.

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