Smashed Express moves into the Time Out Market

Top photo via EVG reader Brian from September

Yesterday, we noted that Lori Jayne had moved out of the Time Out Market at 124 E. 14th St. between Third Avenue and Fourth Avenue after two-plus months in the food hall. 

A tipster let us know that Smashed NYC is now up and running here... the outpost inside Zero Irving is going as Smashed Express. 

Nothing against Smashed NYC, though it's worth noting there's already another location just around the corner on Third Avenue between 12th and 13th — whereas Lori Jayne was a sought-after venture only available in Brooklyn. 

Lori Jayne is back in Buchwick, now serving up its steak frites and burgers from the rock 'n' roll lounge Danger Danger.

 

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Lori Jayne moves out of the Time Out Market on 14th Street

After two-plus months at the Time Out Market, one of the more high-profile vendors here has left the food hall at 124 E. 14th St. between Third Avenue and Fourth Avenue. 

An EVG reader stopped by the market yesterday and noticed that the Lori Jayne space was empty. 

In an Instagram video yesterday, Team LJ announced they have already returned to Bushwick and are now in service at Danger Danger from Tuesday to Saturday,  6-11 p.m. 

"We have to go back to our roots and do it better than ever," owner Sam Braverman said in the clip. It tracks — a Bushwick bar and music venue is a much better fit for LJ than a food hall setting in the base of an office building (Zero Irving) on 14th Street. 

Lori Jayne got its start serving food from the nearby Alphaville in 2023... and soon earned devotees who praised their fried chicken, steak frites and burgers. 

The Time Out Market, one of a dozen similar markets worldwide, opened here in late September with seven vendors and a "coffee and pastry showcase."

ICYMI: Time Out Market debuts on 14th Street

ICYMI: Time Out Market debuted in late September at 124 E. 14th St. between Third Avenue and Fourth Avenue. (Thanks to EVG reader Brian for the photos.)

The space features a bar and a stage, along with communal tables and about 300 seats, including 70 on the terrace for outdoor dining. 

Here's a rundown via 6sqft: 

• Patty Palace by Chef Kwame Onwuachi: Curried patties and coco bread 

• Kababwala by Unapologetic Foods: Chicken, goat, and bison kebabs inspired by India’s night market culture 

• Taqueria El Chato: Suadero, pastor, and tripa tacos, made-to-order vampiros and quesadillas, along with chorizo and mushroom options. 

• Lori Jayne Burger: Bushwick-born burger joint with steak frites

• Fornino: Signature pizza, salads, and seasonal specials

• Kam Rai Thai: Smoky grilled pork buns, crispy Hat Yai fried chicken with sticky rice, wok-charred pad see ew, and more 

• Paninoteca by Anthony: Italian American sandwiches 

• Coffee & Pastry showcase: Drinks from Coffee Project NY and La Colombe, croissants, egg muffins, and navettes from Chef Daniel Boulud's Épicerie Boulud, cinnamon rolls from Sunday Morning, shortbread from the Shortbread Society, and sweets from Magnolia Bakery. 

Daily hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. 

Time Out currently has 12 other similar markets worldwide, including a 24,000-square-foot converted warehouse that opened in 2019 in Dumbo. 

Urbanspace Union Square had its food hall here from December 2022 to March 2025 on the ground floor of Zero Irving (formerly the Union Square Tech Training Center, 14 @ Irving, and tech hub).

Signage alert: Time Out Market on 14th Street

Coming soon signage is up for the Time Out Market at 124 E. 14th St. between Third Avenue and Fourth Avenue. (Thanks to the EVG reader for the photo!) 

As we reported in late March, the food hall is slated for the ground floor of Zero Irving (formerly the Union Square Tech Training Center, 14 @ Irving, and tech hub). 

Here are details from Time Out on what to expect: 

The 10,000-square-foot market hall will soon house seven kitchens, a fully-stocked bar and a stage set to host talent and performances from local artists. The 300-seat space will also feature an outdoor terrace. The new destination will build upon the legacy of Time Out Markets across the world — all with the mission of featuring the city’s best and up-and-coming culinary and cultural talents. 

Time Out currently has 10 similar markets worldwide, including a 24,000-foot converted warehouse that opened in 2019 in Dumbo. 

The new market is expected to open in the fall.

Urbanspace Union Square had its food hall here from December 2022 to March.