As the city starts to reopen, so are new restaurants as  Merchants NY will be opening in a new Chelsea location (190 7th Ave) on June 22 for outdoor dining, relocating from its original home (112 7th Avenue) for more than 25 years.

Fully redesigned by Wid Chapman Architects, the multii-area restaurant features an outdoor cafe, bar, dining room, middle and back lounge featuring a plush, intimate seating concept in signature “living room” style. The menu will highlight classic American fare with a curated beer list by Certified Cicerone Anne Becerra as well as unique, signature crafted cocktails.

Designed by Wid Chapman Architects, the modern clubhouse style restaurant features four distinct areas: an expansive outdoor café, bar and dining room adjacent to a wall of bi-fold doors leading to the outdoor café, middle lounge and back lounge. The front bar and dining room are lined with rustic plaster walls and succulent filled cabinets that open up and add light to the room. The middle lounge offers a casual indoor “garden” room, with seating encased by whimsical low wood-clad plant walls and surrounded by a dynamic Manhattan-inspired mural. For those seeking a more intimate experience, the back lounge is outfitted with low lying velvet sofas, private nooks and a fireplace providing a sophisticated backdrop for unparalleled comfort. Merchants NY can accommodate private events from 20 to 200 guests.

“We are excited to celebrate 25 years of operations at Merchants NY and are ready to welcome our guests back with our friendly and dedicated service,” said Abraham Merchant, President and Chief Executive Officer of Merchant Hospitality Inc. “We have taken all necessary measures to keep staff and guests safe and socially distanced to ensure that Merchants NY becomes their much needed ‘home away from home’ after the last few months of lockdown,” added Merchant.

Chef Antelmo Ambrosio designed the Merchants NY menu to feature classic American fare including French Onion Soup, Grilled Cauliflower Steak, Roast Chicken and decadent burgers.  Certified Cicerone Anne Becerra has developed a curated beer list to complement Chef Ambrosio’s creations. And signature crafted cocktails such as the tequila-based Koicha NY and the glittering gin-based Rethink Paloma round out an extensive beverage program.

Beginning June 22, Merchants NY Café will be open daily from 12 PM to 11 PM. During Phase III of New York City’s P.A.U.S.E., the kitchen will be open until 2 AM and the bar will be open until 4 AM daily. Brunch will be served weekends from 11:30 AM until 4:30 PM.

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