Thursday, April 2, 2026

Cozy Soup 'n' Burger seeks help to stay open

The longtime diner Cozy Soup 'n' Burger — serving the neighborhood at Broadway and Astor Place since 1972 — is looking for a little help to stay open.

Third-generation owner John Strats recently launched a GoFundMe campaign amid ongoing financial challenges stemming from the pandemic.

"For over five decades, Cozy Soup 'n' Burger has been a staple in our community," he writes. "It's become more than just a place to eat — it's a gathering spot where memories are made and traditions are kept alive."

But like many longtime businesses, the diner has struggled to fully recover in recent years and is now facing mounting expenses.

Funds raised will go toward payroll, inventory and rent, to keep the doors open for years to come.

If you're inclined, you can support the effort here.

Or, as always, consider stopping in for a meal — or maybe a T-shirt — to help keep a neighborhood institution going.

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