New Neighbor Roundup: Matchaful & Leon’s Bagels

Several exciting new businesses have recently opened in the neighborhood. This month’s roundup features a variety of new neighbors, from the latest location of a cafe specializing in matcha to a classic bagel shop. Stay in the know with the latest New Neighbors in Flatiron & NoMad.

• Matchaful
• Leon’s Bagels

National Thrift Shop Day is August 17

National Thrift Shop Day is around the corner!

Celebrate on Monday, August 17 and support local thrift stores in the neighborhood by buying or donating second-hand goods. We’ve rounded up thrift shops in the district you can stop by Monday and all year round.

• Buffalo Exchange
• Crossroad’s Trading Co.
• TTH Vintage Boutique

Final Days of Summer Restaurant Week

Don’t miss your last chance to enjoy NYC Summer Restaurant Week before it ends this Sunday, August 16th! It’s a great opportunity to discover the incredible dining scene in Flatiron & NoMad.

Savor special menus and deals at participating neighborhood restaurants offering 2-course lunches or 3-course dinners for $30, $45, or $60. Browse menus and book a table at district spots here.

Some Flatiron & NoMad restaurants include:

• Cosme
• NAR Modern Turkish Cuisine
• Zero Otto Nove

Enjoy Summer Streets This Saturday

NYC Summer Streets are here! Join us for the last one of the season this Saturday, August 15 from 7 am – 3 pm where NYC’s streets will be open for people to play, walk, run, and bike.

Take advantage of nearly eight miles of car-free streets from the Brooklyn Bridge to East Harlem including blocks of Park Avenue South through Flatiron & NoMad.

Flatiron NoMad Partnership Celebrates 20 Years of Impact

Since 2006, the Flatiron NoMad Partnership has served the businesses, people, and places that make Flatiron & NoMad one of New York City’s most dynamic, mixed-use destinations. Join us throughout the year to celebrate two transformational decades.

As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re gathering favorite memories, photos and neighborhood moments to highlight. Submit your story here to share it with our community!

“A favorite Flatiron NoMad Partnership moment was on April 2, 2022, during the co-naming of West 28th Street between Broadway and 6th Avenue as “Tin Pan Alley,” commemorating the birthplace of American Popular Music.” — Tin Pan Alley American Popular Music Project Founding Director George Calderaro.

DSNY Update: Businesses Must Have new waste collection agreement with a DSNY-authorized CWZ carter

Beginning September 1, 2026, businesses located within the Midtown South Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ)–which includes the Flatiron & NoMad Neighborhoods–must have a new waste collection agreement with a DSNY-authorized CWZ carter.

If your business currently contracts directly with a private waste hauler, please note that new contracts must be signed by August 31, 2026. If a new agreement is not in place by September 1, DSNY will assign your business an authorized carter at the maximum allowable rate and minimum allowable pickup frequency.

Additional information about the program can be found here.

 NEIGHBORHOOD NEED-TO-KNOWS

Quick hits on community info, resources, & happenings

CB5 Parks Survey: Community Board 5 is looking for your feedback on how our local parks and plazas are used as well as how you feel about these public spaces. Please take a moment to fill out the survey.

Neighborhood Activations:

• Summer Streets: Saturday, August 15th from 7am – 3pm on Park Avenue South through Flatiron & NoMad
• India Day Parade: Sunday, August 16th at 12pm on Madison Avenue from 38th Street to 25th Street

Street Closures:

• West 20th Street between Sixth Avenue and Fifth Avenue will be closed from 11am to 11:59pm Saturday and Sunday through 8/30/2026 as part of ongoing construction projects in the area.

Con Edison Work Notices:

• Now – August 14th, from 7am – 3:30pm, Con Edison will perform ECS support work and continue hand care excavations at the intersection of East 29th Street and Fifth Avenue.
• Now – October 30th, Con Edison will be performing gas upgrade work on West 25th Street between Broadway and Sixth Avenue on weekdays from 7am – 4pm.

Neighborhood Guides

• Local Dining Guide: Area restaurants, bars, and cafes
• Happy Hour Roundup: Food & drink specials at hot spots and hidden gems
• Rooftop Roundup: Epic skyline views & cocktails at local rooftop bars
• New Neighbors: Newly opened businesses in Flatiron & NoMad