by Joanna Fantozzi

It's the end of an era. The New York Times announced today that Torrisi, the famed two-star restaurant and flagship of the Torrisi/Carbone fleet, will soon close. But don't panic just yet. Mario Carbone and Rich Torrisi plan on turning the intimate, lace-curtained spot into an intimate 15-seat dining experience this spring. Meaning that yes, Torrisi's replacement will be at least 20 percent more difficult to get into (there are about 20 seats now).

"Once we opened Parm, our idea for this place evolved," said Jeff Zalaznick, a partner in Major Food Group with Rich Torrisi and Mario Carbone to The New York Times. "We met our goal in the beginning, but then a dream for the space took hold. It will offer more comfort for our customers. There may be a tasting menu, but we plan to serve à la carte."

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