Manhattan DA's controversial crime policy concerns restaurants

Some restaurant owners say Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's new policy to not prosecute low-level crimes and divert first-time offenders to treatment could make crime in the city even worse.

East Harlem restaurant's accessibility makes it welcoming to all

Contento is the brainchild of Yannick Benjamin, who has used a wheelchair since his 20s. He has created a restaurant that strives to be accessible for all. And it starts with hiring a staff that has empathy, Benjamin.

NYC restaurants and bars face long road to recovery

New York City's hospitality industry is crippled by staffing shortages and cancellations fueled by the latest coronavirus surge. Restaurants and bars, those that have survived, have a long way to go to recover from the pandemic.

NY Gov. Hochul gives State of the State speech

Hochul distanced herself from former Governor Andrew Cuomo and laid out a long list of proposals she says will improve the lives of New Yorkers.

To-go alcohol returning in NY, governor promises

To-go alcohol sales ended in June 2021, when New York lifted its State of Emergency, but restaurant owners and customers have been clamoring for the popular measure's return ever since.

Chipotle adds plant-based chorizo to menu for limited time

Some ingredients of Chipotle’s meatless chorizo, which gets its protein from peas, include chipotle peppers, tomato paste, crushed garlic, Spanish smoked paprika and extra virgin olive oil.

Olive Garden may not bring back Never-Ending Pasta Bowl

Darden Restaurants CEO Rick Cardenas explained that the promotion wasn't as profitable as previously believed

NYC vaccine mandate for private employers and those 12 and older in effect

A COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all private employers is now in effect in New York City. Also, New Yorkers aged 12 and older are now required to show proof of two vaccine doses to enter most indoor venues.

Man who defied Michigan pandemic orders to keep diner open dies of COVID-19

He kept the restaurant open in December 2020 in violation of orders from the Michigan health department to help pay his wife's medical bills.

Inflation and labor shortage hit Long Island restaurants

U.S. consumer inflation is up 6.8% from 2020 — the highest it's been in nearly 40 years. That has left restaurant owners no choice but to raise their prices.

High sugar warnings on menus in NYC

Get ready for high sugar warnings at restaurants in New York City.

McDonald's, Mariah Carey team for '12 days of deals' holiday menu

McDonald’s announced that the deals will start on Dec. 13. Customers will have the opportunity to get a different item from the menu each day for free when they make a purchase of at least $1.

SantaCon returns this weekend: What you need to know

The annual, boozy celebration of the holiday season returns to New York City's streets on Saturday after taking last year off due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Tour guide documents NYC outdoor dining transformation in photos

Tour guide and photographer Peggy Taylor documented the New York City restaurant scene as it transformed during the pandemic into an outdoor experience. Her work is collected in "Streeteries," a full-color photo book.

Customer claims Georgia McDonald's employee pulled a gun on her over mask

Police are investigating claims that a Georgia McDonald's employee pulled a gun on a customer. The woman says it happened over a mask. The incident was caught on video.

San Francisco restaurant now apologizes for asking armed police officers to leave

A San Francisco restaurant that ignited a frenzy when the owner and staff asked three armed police officers in uniform to leave because their weaponized dress made them feel uncomfortable has now apologized for the request, acknowledging that it handled the situation "badly."