After 30 years of serving on City Island, the chef-owner is retiring, and Arties Steak & Seafood will close its doors. The restaurant announced the news via social media, along with heartfelt gratitude to the community.
Arties Steak & Seafood Announces September Closure
Arties Steak & Seafood, a City Island favorite for 30 years, will close at the end of September.. The restaurant has served generations, becoming a beloved fixture in the Bronx community. Since opening in the early 1990s, Arties has been a mainstay on City Island, and it will close at the end of September.
Over the years, Arties became a spot for family celebrations, special occasions, and longtime City Island traditions. Guests are visiting to enjoy one last meal before the restaurant closes.
Closure to Coincide with Chef-Owner’s Retirement
The post announces that Arties Steak & Seafood will close its doors on September 28, 2025. It is also the day of chef-owner and operator Spiros Chagares’ retirement. Under his leadership, the restaurant thrived, welcoming generations of guests who feel like family. Now, he heads into retirement, ready to begin another wonderful chapter of his life…