Pietro’s, a beloved Italian steakhouse in Midtown Manhattan, bid farewell to its loyal patrons on its last night at its decades-long address. The atmosphere was filled with nostalgia as longtime regulars and celebrities alike gathered to pay their respects to the iconic restaurant.
Fashion designer Michael Kors, among the attendees, expressed his sentiment, saying, “There is no Carbone without Pietro’s.” The restaurant, known for its classic dishes and old-school charm, holds a special place in the hearts of many New Yorkers.
As the night unfolded, diners savored their favorite meals and shared memories of the bygone era when business in New York was conducted over meat, martinis, and cigarettes. The closing of Pietro’s marks the end of an era for Steak Row, a boulevard of restaurants that defined a time in the city’s history.
While the owners hope to reopen Pietro’s nearby with a sleek redesign, patrons expressed their hopes that the new establishment will retain the original charm and character that made Pietro’s a cherished institution.
As the clock struck midnight and the last patrons lingered over sambuca and tiramisu, the elder Mr. Bruckman, reflecting on the emotional evening, shared his plans to come back and continue the legacy of Pietro’s. The closing of the restaurant may mark the end of an era, but the memories and traditions of Pietro’s will live on in the hearts of those who cherished it.
