Thursday
26Feb2009
Confirmed: Megu Negotiating for Merkato Move
Breaking news across the Birdy wire! Updating this morning's rumor, Megu has been in discussions with the landlords and leaseholders to take over the troubled Merkato 55/Bijoux space in the Meatpacking district. According to our Little Birdy, "it is an extremely complicated situation", making the deal probable but unlikely. It seems logical that if a deal was reached, Megu would bring its new M Lounge concept to fill the Bijoux space, while the upstairs would function as a dedicated restaurant. It is the MPD, how can they not have a lounge? And if they are negotiations with Megu, the end for the famed Merkato brunch party is certainly near. Sigh. We will continue to post as this story unfolds.
DBTH
Reader Comments (6)
What exactly does "making the deal probable but unlikely" mean? You can't have it both ways, can you?
Your welcome for the tip, DBTH. So any info on PM & Rhone? I work on the block and it seems like a lot of construction is going on.
PM is being taken over by the guys behind Room Service. Rumor has it that the GM from Pink Elephant might be heading over there as well as Rachel Uchitel (host from Tao LV).
Rhone is supposed to be Double Seven's
i'll check out the sushi lounge as long as matt oliver is at the door!
For real is in the loop!!
Also nearby the Jane - Sean MacPherson's new hotel bar opening soon. Saw it during the Cynthia Rowley fashion show. Looks like Rose bar meets Freeman's restaurant.