Fans of Pasta Vera on Greenwich Avenue took to Facebook this week to lament the announcement that the long running restaurant will close this summer.
A post on the restaurant’s Facebook on July 7 said: “Join us for a final meal and toast to the incredible memories we’ve made.”
Pasta Vera, owned by Susan Della Ragone, has operated for 38 years.
On Facebook, fans of the restaurant expressed their sadness at the news of the restaurant’s pending closure, and emphasized having made cherished memories there.
One comment on Facebook said: “Say it isn’t so. I met some really great people here, staff and customers. Buona fortuna on your new journey. Ciao.”
According to the website, Ms Della Ragone established Pasta Vera started her restaurant journey with a small kitchen and a handful of cherished family recipes passed down through generations.
“From the very outset, Susan’s commitment to crafting fresh, homemade pasta and honoring traditional Italian dishes became the cornerstone of Pasta Vera’s identity. Tirelessly working alongside a team of passionate chefs, she honed her skills, mastering the art of pasta-making and perfecting the nuances of classic Italian recipes.”
Pasta Vera operated through the pandemic, offering curbside pickup. Then, when seasonal outdoor dining inside parking spaces became available, they were able to jump onboard with about a dozen seats in a “node.”
The restaurant will close on August 1.
Meanwhile P&Z commission anticipates a vote on a 210 seat restaurant feturing an oyster bar at 3 Pickwick Plaza, with an entrance on Greenwich Avenue in two weeks.
Across the state line in Port Chester, a new restaurant in the former location of Eugene’s, 1881 Kitchen Table will open on July 18.
And, sadly the American seafood restaurant, Saltaire Oyster Bar at 55 Abendroth Ave is set to close on July 17.
On Friday, a post from the owner, said in part, “Our staff has held steady and remained with us the last few weeks. We could not of made it through without the team work of this amazing hot kitchen, the bar crew that smiled knowing we are closing, and the wait staff that always gives it their all.”
Fortunately, the restaurant has another location called London Lennie’s in Rego Park, Queens.
In an Instagram post, Kate Schlientz known as “IntoxiKate,” wrote, “Too many of our restaurants are closing due to rent hikes and lease sales. And no one is talking about it. Westchester eateries cannot afford NYC rent when we do not have a year round solid weekday business.”
She signed off, “Keep it salty.
See also:
P&Z Vote Anticipated for 210-Seat Restaurant with Free Parking in Pickwick Plaza Garage
1881 Kitchen Table to Open on Port Chester’s North Main Street