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Bye Bye Barbetta: Inside legendary NYC restaurant’s final night after 120 years of service

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Bye Bye Barbetta: Inside legendary NYC restaurant’s final night after 120 years of service

After exactly 120 years, the curtain has fallen on the Theater District institution Barbetta, with the iconic Italian restaurant having served its final course Friday night. “It left such an impact on people,” said Suzanna Gardijan, who has been working at Barbetta for 38 years as its Private Events Manager. “Everybody’s coming back tonight just … Read more

Manhattan’s oldest Italian restaurant to close after 120 years: ‘Remarkable journey’

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Manhattan’s oldest Italian restaurant to close after 120 years: ‘Remarkable journey’

Manhattan’s oldest Italian restaurant is about to serve its final meal. After 120 years on West 46th Street’s Restaurant Row, Barbetta will close its doors tomorrow, Friday, Feb. 27. The decision to shutter the eatery, which is also the longest-running family-owned restaurant in the city, comes after the death of longtime owner Laura Maioglio. She … Read more