Cozy local favorite, Anella (222 Franklin St.), has closed its doors permanently. The beloved mainstay will most definitely be missed by locals who frequented it as a reliable spot for seasonal American classics.
Anella opened on a quiet stretch of Franklin Street in northern Greenpoint in May 2009. It served brunch and dinner with unfussy menu highlights like pasta, burgers, and chicken dishes. Arguably, one of the best features of the restaurant was its quaint…
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We loved Anella. We first visited with our first son when he was just a baby, born in 2009. The food and atmosphere was always amazing, it will always hold a very special place in our hearts and memories. Thanks for the good times and fantastic pappardelle Anella!
Ugh end of an era. My family spent a lot of time in that place. The bread in a pot! The papardelle. The burger with bacon jam! The servers were all like family. RIP Anella.
So so so sad, we also started coming here after our daughter was born in 2009. Such wonderful neighbors, Blair and her family were such a great part of the PS 84 community. This restaurant will be so missed, great food. Please don’t let this become a smoke shop!!!
Oh no! We’ll miss Anella! We’ve been dining and ordering from there since it opened back in 2009. I hope the staff finds work soon. We especially loved the gentleman who took care of everyone’s meal after we placed the orders. He was always warm and kind to us and our kids.