Porsena

Italian restaurant · East Village

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"Porsena — a Manhattan restaurant that shuttered this year after a 10-year run — faced the reverberations of the pandemic, with plans for a 10-year anniversary celebration including a February dinner, chef collaborations, and a special night serving the original opening menu. However, the pandemic led to the closure of the restaurant, with the final day of service on August 1, marked by a mixture of celebration and mourning among staff and guests. The restaurant was a neighborhood staple, ideal for special occasions or a casual plate of pasta, and its closure signifies the loss of community connections and income for its employees." - Jenny G. Zhang

How the Pandemic Has Closed One Beloved Restaurant After Another - Eater
Photo: Greg Ramsey courtesy of Porsena

21 E 7th St, New York, NY 10003 Get directions

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