Singaporean food spot Urban Hawker in New York to close in July, creator KF Seetoh says 'it ain't the end'
Urban Hawker, a Singaporean food hall in New York City, will cease operations on July 17, 2026 after four years of business. Founder KF Seetoh said the closure is driven by the building’s owners planning redevelopment. He indicated he will continue to promote Singaporean hawker cuisine in the United States with a new venue.
- ▪Urban Hawker, located at 135 West 50th Street, has been operating in partnership with Urbanspace since 2022.
- ▪KF Seetoh announced the closure on social media, citing that the building’s owners are ready to sell the property for redevelopment.
- ▪The food hall featured vendors such as Hainan Jones, Prawnaholic Collections, and dessert spot Lady Wong.
- ▪Seetoh said he is seeking a new location, possibly a kopitiam‑style space, to host additional Singaporean hawkers in New York or elsewhere in the U.S.
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