Photos and reporting by Stacie Joy
A new Filipino street-food concept is in the works for the former Biga Bite pizza space on the SW corner of Houston and Clinton.
Owner-chef Cyed Adraincem, a 15-year veteran of NYC's hospitality scene whose résumé includes running the kitchen at Superbueno on First Avenue, is aiming for a July 2 opening for Hoy! Filipino Street Food.
The fast-casual restaurant will feature counter service and diner-style seating, with a menu centered on Filipino street-food favorites such as lumpia and skewers. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options will also be available.
Adraincem describes the concept as "something simple for the neighborhood, something relaxing," inspired by the atmosphere of Filipino night markets and street-food culture.
The project also includes art director Kristofferson San Pablo (below right) of Los Angeles, who said the goal is to bring something to the city that's "currently lacking in NYC."
The pair plan to feature an open kitchen, and based on an early look at the design concepts, expect a colorful, decidedly trippy interior.
Hoy! acquired the space in March and plans to seek a beer-and-wine license.
