Beloved NYC Businesses Closed Their Doors for Good in 2025
The city that never sleeps has seen its fair share of beloved businesses come and go, but this year's closures have left a void in the hearts of New Yorkers. Five iconic establishments – a pizza joint, a furniture store, a trendy restaurant, a jazz club, and a German eatery – said goodbye to their loyal customers, marking the end of an era.
For Staten Island residents, there's no denying the loss of Classic Pizza, a Richmond staple that brought the community together for 36 years. Brandon Rocchio, who took over the shop after his parents, has revealed that the stresses of owning a restaurant were taking a toll on his health, leading him to close its doors. But don't worry; another pizza institution, Pizza Mia, is ready to fill the void.
Meanwhile, in the Bronx, Corner Furniture – the largest and oldest independent furniture store – announced it would be liquidating its inventory ahead of a permanent closure. Established in 1972, this 50,000-square-foot shop has been voted the best furniture store in the Bronx multiple times. While an official closing date hasn't been set for early 2026, customers can now snag drastic markdowns on remaining furniture.
For Brooklynites, Marlow & Sons was a staple that went beyond mere food and drink – it was a gathering place where locals could catch up over oysters or beef tartare toast. Despite its eclectic offerings, the business decided to close in April due to a rent increase. The owners expressed gratitude to those who made their corner store a community hub.
On Manhattan's bustling Times Square, Swing 46 Jazz and Supper Club has been a mainstay since 1997, hosting live music and dancing every night. Owner John Akhtar declined to provide a reason for the closure but praised the lively atmosphere that attracted people of all ages and tourists worldwide. Its farewell bash marked the end of an era in this iconic jazz club.
Lastly, in Queens' Glendale neighborhood, Zum Stammtisch – a German eatery since 1972 – has been serving up hearty fare like bratwurst and apple strudel. The business announced that its pork store would be closing, leaving loyal patrons to wonder where they'd find their favorite specialties again. As the business aptly put it: "All things must come to an end."
The city that never sleeps has seen its fair share of beloved businesses come and go, but this year's closures have left a void in the hearts of New Yorkers. Five iconic establishments – a pizza joint, a furniture store, a trendy restaurant, a jazz club, and a German eatery – said goodbye to their loyal customers, marking the end of an era.
For Staten Island residents, there's no denying the loss of Classic Pizza, a Richmond staple that brought the community together for 36 years. Brandon Rocchio, who took over the shop after his parents, has revealed that the stresses of owning a restaurant were taking a toll on his health, leading him to close its doors. But don't worry; another pizza institution, Pizza Mia, is ready to fill the void.
Meanwhile, in the Bronx, Corner Furniture – the largest and oldest independent furniture store – announced it would be liquidating its inventory ahead of a permanent closure. Established in 1972, this 50,000-square-foot shop has been voted the best furniture store in the Bronx multiple times. While an official closing date hasn't been set for early 2026, customers can now snag drastic markdowns on remaining furniture.
For Brooklynites, Marlow & Sons was a staple that went beyond mere food and drink – it was a gathering place where locals could catch up over oysters or beef tartare toast. Despite its eclectic offerings, the business decided to close in April due to a rent increase. The owners expressed gratitude to those who made their corner store a community hub.
On Manhattan's bustling Times Square, Swing 46 Jazz and Supper Club has been a mainstay since 1997, hosting live music and dancing every night. Owner John Akhtar declined to provide a reason for the closure but praised the lively atmosphere that attracted people of all ages and tourists worldwide. Its farewell bash marked the end of an era in this iconic jazz club.
Lastly, in Queens' Glendale neighborhood, Zum Stammtisch – a German eatery since 1972 – has been serving up hearty fare like bratwurst and apple strudel. The business announced that its pork store would be closing, leaving loyal patrons to wonder where they'd find their favorite specialties again. As the business aptly put it: "All things must come to an end."
. i mean, who's gonna replace rocky's sauce? anyway, its sad to see all these iconic spots close up shop... it feels like new york is losing some of its soul 
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. Can't help but feel like we're losing a piece of our city's soul with each closure. I mean, who's gonna fill the void left by Marlow & Sons? It's not just about the food or drink; it's about the community that gathers there 
. And what's up with the rent increases? Like, can't our landlords see how much their businesses are struggling already? 
. Now we have to rely on other places like Pizza Mia to fill our pizza cravings... but it'll never be the same 
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. But still, it's disheartening to see so many good ones go 
. You gotta respect these iconic businesses for knowing when to fold 'em, though. I mean, Classic Pizza's been around for 36 years and it was time for a new chapter - Brandon Rocchio took care of his parents' shop, but running a restaurant is hard work, you feel? 
Corner Furniture, on the other hand, has been a staple in the Bronx since '72, its closure stings a bit. I've always loved popping by there to check out their crazy selection of furniture 
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. Marlow & Sons was more than just a food spot - it was a community hub where people could catch up over some good grub and drinks 
. And Swing 46 Jazz has been around since '97, hosting all sorts of live music and events every night - its closure is like losing a piece of Times Square history 
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. Like, have you tried Pizza Mia yet? It's already getting rave reviews! And who knows, maybe we'll discover even better pizza joints or whatever in the future. Anyway, it's just one of those things that comes with living in a city that's always changing – you've gotta adapt and find new faves 
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. Like, what's wrong with Classic Pizza on Staten Island? That place was a staple for 36 years! And Corner Furniture in the Bronx has been around since '72 - can you even imagine not being able to go there and find all your favorite furniture pieces anymore 
Just be prepared to dig through all that stuff.
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pizza is definitely an essential part of nyc life, so I'm kinda sad that classic pizza on staten island is gone... but hey at least there's Pizza Mia waiting in the wings! 
The numbers are crazy! Corner Furniture has been a staple for over 50 years, and now it's going out with a bang... or rather, a liquidation sale 
. It's no wonder Marlow & Sons went under due to rent hikes 
The closure marks the end of a legendary jazz club experience.
. Did you know that German cuisine is on the rise in the US this year? 
It's time to find those bratwurst and apple strudel cravings elsewhere 
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i remember goin to swing 46 jazz n supper club w my squad back in da day lol those were da nights! but on a serious note, its crazy how NYC businesses r closin left & right. like corner furniture has been around since 1972?! that's wild they need to lowkey celebrate dat milestone tho. also marlow & sons sounds like da epitome of a community spot - gotta get me some oysters n beef tartare toast ASAP. any1 got a fave restaurant thats closin down this year?
. On the other hand, it's bittersweet seeing Corner Furniture go – it's been a staple in the Bronx for so long! 
. Anyway, I guess closure is just part of life, right? 
. What does this mean for our neighborhoods? Are we losing the unique character that makes NYC so special?
zum stammtisch is like a part of german culture in queens, u can't just dissappear like dat 
its a shame that rent increases are pushing out all these beloved businesses. corner furniture is like, this NYC institution lol what's gonna happen now that pizza mia is taking over?