Barbetta, an upscale fine dining restaurant located in the heart of New York City, is preparing to close its doors permanently. The restaurant’s closure comes after the passing of its longtime owner, Laura Maioglio. Barbetta will serve its final meal on Friday, February 27.
Century-Old Barbetta Says Goodbye After Owner’s Passing
After serving for 120 years, Barbetta is bidding farewell to the New York dining community. Following the passing of its owner, Laura Maioglio, the restaurant will close on February 27.
For more than six decades, Laura Maioglio led the restaurant, continuing the family legacy and preserving its traditions. The team behind the restaurant said it will welcome guests through its final month to celebrate the food, wine, and memories that have defined Barbetta for generations.
“Laura’s vision shaped this beloved house, and it was her wish that guests continue to gather here in the spirit she cherished,” shared the team behind Barbetta.
As part of the farewell, Barbetta is offering bottles from its wine cellar priced at $200 and above at half price.
The restaurant thanked customers for their support over the years and for being part of its long history.
The Legacy of Barbetta
The restaurant was founded in 1906, almost 120 years ago, and is one of the oldest family-owned restaurants in New York. Located in the Theater District, Barbetta was established by Sebastiano Maioglio. In 1962, his daughter, Laura Maioglio, took over the business.
Its menu features traditional dishes from Piemonte, a region in northwestern Italy near Switzerland and France, where the Maioglio family originated. Over the years, Laura Maioglio maintained the family’s 17th-century palazzo in Fubine Monferrato.
The NYC restaurant spans four historic townhouses built between 1874 and 1881, originally purchased from the Astor family.
The interior features 18th-century Piemontese antiques, including a grand chandelier from a former royal palazzo in Turin. Italy’s Savoy family once owned the chandelier.
A rare 1631 harpsichord signed by Francesco Fabbri is also displayed in the foyer and has drawn interest from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The closure of Barbetta marks the end of an era in New York City. The restaurant leaves behind a lasting legacy and many memories for diners to remember.
