This October, New York welcomed a wave of new restaurant openings. Highlights include Michelin-starred chef Sungchul Shim’s HWARO and Fiasconaro’s first U.S. flagship in SoHo. The city also marked the return of longtime favorite McCabe’s, now sporting a refreshed look.
NYC’s Dining Scene Just Got Three Big Additions
The restaurant openings bring new global flavor and creativity to the city’s dining scene. New York’s ever-evolving dining scene welcomed three new additions this October:
HWARO
Michelin-starred chef Sungchul Shim’s HWARO, a modern American-style steakhouse with Korean roots, debuted in Manhattan’s Theater District this October. Guests can enjoy a 13-course tasting menu priced at $295 per person, served at a 22-seat circular chef’s counter offering an up-close view of the kitchen.
The space features natural wood tones accented with handcrafted Korean details. To complement the bold tasting menu, HWARO serves handcrafted cocktails inspired by traditional Korean flavors. Learn more about the restaurant here.
- Where: 776 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036, United States
- Opening date: October 14, 2025
McCabe’s Wine & Spirits
McCabe’s Wine & Spirits reopened on October 16, after major renovations and designing wider aisles and a new tasting area. The shop expanded its wine and spirits selection by 35%, adding options such as Burgundy, Champagne, tequila, and kosher wines. Currently, the restaurant is headed by Daniel Mesznik, an exceptional wine expert.
McCabe’s has been serving the Manhattan community for nearly 57 years. Read more about the restaurant here.
- Where: 1349 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10021, United States
- Opening date: October 16, 2025
Fiasconaro
A renowned Sicilian pastry brand, Fiasconaro, opened its first U.S. flagship on October 16. Guests at the ribbon-cutting included Italian Consul General Fabrizio Di Michele, astronaut Luca Parmitano, and actress Whoopi Goldberg. The celebration featured live music, cultural performances, and samples of Sicilian treats.
The new store offers authentic and signature leavened panettone, spreadable creams, and other artisanal Italian pastries. More information is available here.
- Where: 422 W Broadway, New York, NY 10012, United States
- Opening date: October 16, 2025
With HWARO’s Korean-inspired menu, McCabe’s refreshed reopening, and Fiasconaro’s Sicilian flair, New York’s dining scene continues to thrive with global influences.
