economy
New Yorkers irritated by proliferation of London members’ clubs on their doorsteps
Upper East Side residents fighting Maison Estelle’s plan for venue with roof terrace next to ‘nice townhouses’
TL;DR
- London members' clubs are increasingly opening branches in New York City.
- Residents on the Upper East Side are opposing the opening of Maison Estelle due to concerns about noise and privacy from a proposed roof terrace.
- The community board voted against Maison Estelle's liquor license request.
- A British restaurateur anonymously called the complaints 'silly' and suggested the Upper East Side benefits from such openings.
- British culture is currently popular in NYC, contributing to the success of UK businesses.
- Challenging business conditions in London, including high taxes and concerns about law and order, are driving UK operators to expand internationally.
- Several British establishments, including Maxime's, The Twenty Two, Annabel's, Hawksmoor, and Dean's, have opened or plan to open in New York.