January News Roundup
Feb 18, 2026
News highlights include restaurant openings and announcements, new office tenants, and hotel construction progress. Stay in the know with the latest Flatiron & NoMad News.
Restaurants & Bars
- The cocktail bar Obvio in NoMad was featured in ‘7 Restaurants Were Just Named America’s Most Beautiful’ (via Secret NYC).
- Mediterranean restaurant Skëwr in Park South Hotel was highlighted in ‘Why Skëwr is The Hotel Restaurant Turning Park South Into A Dining Destination’ (via Forbes).
- COTE Korean Steakhouse, Eleven Madison Park, Gramercy Tavern, Rezdôra, and Noda were noted in ’17 Michelin-Starred Restaurants in NYC Worth Adding to Your Foodie Bucket List’ (via Tasting Table).
- The fast-casual, takeout and delivery restaurant Goop Kitchen will make its NYC debut this summer at 20 East 20th Street in Flatiron (via Eater New York).
District Businesses
- The New York EDITION and The Evelyn were featured in ‘The 15 Most Romantic Hotels for New York City in 2026’ (via Time Out New York).
- KKSWEAT and Natural Pilates were noted in ‘The 19 Best Workout Classes in New York City’ (via Modern Luxury).
- The members-only alcohol-free club The Maze NYC was highlighted in ‘A New Generation Gives Up Alcohol But Not the Party’ (via The New York Times).
Real Estate
- Billing platform Candid Health signed a 29,000 sq/ft lease at 675 Sixth Avenue (via Commercial Observer).
- AI firm Hex Technologies signed a 12,000 sq/ft lease at 250 Park Avenue South (via Commercial Observer).
- PR firm Purple signed a 24,000 sq/ft lease at 16 Madison Square West (via Commercial Observer).
- Fitness app Hero’s Journey signed a 18,000 sq/ft lease at 225 Fifth Avenue (via Commercial Observer).
- Convene Hospitality Group signed a lease for a new 1,200-person events space The Aperture at 120 East 23rd Street (via Commercial Observer).
Around the Neighborhood
- Flatiron NoMad Partnership launched their signature program Winter Glow on January 15th unveiling their latest art installation Mr. Pink (via CBS News).
Header & Thumbnail Photo Credit: 16 Madison Square West via Commercial Observer
