Thursday, October 29, 2026

ICYMI: Hunan Slurp Shop closes on 1st Avenue

Hunan Slurp Shop has closed at 112 First Ave., just south of Seventh Street. 

The restaurant opened here in May 2018, bringing Hunan-style rice noodles and other dishes inspired by chef-owner Chao Wang's hometown of Hengyang, China. Wang, who spent 25 years as an oil painter, brought an artist's background to the restaurant, which later earned recognition from the Michelin Guide.

In a farewell message on Instagram, the Hunan Slurp team thanked customers for their support over the years. 

"From the first bowl of Lu Fen to countless dinners, celebrations, and memories shared around our tables, Slurp has always been about more than food." 

No reason was cited for the closure. The restaurant closed on Sept. 27.
The team here also runs Sofun Noodle Bar in Summit, N.J.

1 comment:

EPA said...

This was a great spot in its early years but the post COVID price hikes - the steamed whole fish 100%+ increase - were ridiculous!