NEW YORK—It’s not finalized, but those in the loop say El Sombrero, a staple on the Lower East Side for 30 years, is closing permanently.
The closure may happen in November. Ev Grieve, an East Village blog, noticed a change in ownership Community Board 3’s October agenda, which lists Artichoke Basille’s Pizza as a new tenant.
Eater NY reported that there was a rent increase and many long-term customers left the neighborhood due to gentrification.
Aritichoke Pizza May Replace El Sombrero on LES
El Sombrero on the Lower East Side may be closing after 30 years to be replaced by Artichoke Pizza.
By Amelia Pang
10/3/2013
Updated: 7/18/2015
