Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Salumeria Rosi eyes Labor Day reopening following building-related damage

Photos and reporting by Stacie Joy

Salumeria Rosi, the Italian restaurant and salumi shop at 222 Avenue B between 13th and 14th Streets, is eyeing a Labor Day return after a recent temporary closure.
Owner Andrew Loscalzo told EVG last night the closure stems from damage to the building, including issues related to a storm drain and structural repairs.
"We had some damage from the building and we're fixing it," he said. "In fact, we're doing some nice updates to the space."

Loscalzo said the restaurant is targeting a reopening around Labor Day.

"We're not going anywhere," he said. "Everything's great with the business."

He added that Salumeria Rosi is working with the building's ownership and its insurance carrier to complete the repairs.

"We just want to be open," Loscalzo said. "We didn't want to close."

He also expressed gratitude for the neighborhood's response since the restaurant opened here in January. 

"We've had such a good reception," he said. "We're really just so happy with how the project has been going so far with everybody in the neighborhood coming in for their coffee or lunch or dinner. I want people to remember us, and I want people to be excited for when we reopen."

This is the second Salumeria Rosi outpost, joining the one that opened on the UWS in 2008.
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4 comments:

  1. crazed gardenerAugust 4, 2026 at 6:48 AM

    This place has been a great addition to my corner of the neighborhood. It quickly became a favorite for my neighbors and me and I’m happy to hear their reopening plans. Thanks for the news — we have all been wondering.

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  2. AnonymousAugust 4, 2026 at 9:05 AM

    Already been here 3 times ! Can’t wait for it to reopen ❤️

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  3. AnonymousAugust 4, 2026 at 10:39 AM

    Our new go to place in the neighborhood. They really make you feel like family and the food is exceptional. Glad to hear this is a temporary closure - looking forward to the reopening in September! Hange in there!

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  4. Mr Nice GuyAugust 4, 2026 at 10:59 AM

    This spot fit right into the neighborhood from the moment it opened! Great food, awesome staff, and I love the coffee/pastry counter when you first walk in there.

    Best of luck to the folks that work there, hopefully this is just a quick blip!

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