We’re learning a little bit more about the new operator hoping to take over the old Motor City space at 127 Ludlow St.
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![]() Photo by H. Spencer Young. From H. Spencer Young, the scene outside Ludlow Street bar Motor City. It’s closing Sunday after almost 20 years on the LES; last night was the official goodbye party. Back in April, EV Grieve brought news of Motor City’s closing night party. From our in-box this morning, more details:
Looks like it’s shaping up as the summer of Ludlow Street farewells. We might argue that the “final nail” will come in late July when Max Fish shutters, but there’s no doubt Motor City’s farewell is a big moment.
It’s been a tough week so far for Ludlow Street. Last night, we spoke with Francesca Romeo, co-owner of Motor City Bar, who confirmed reports that the beloved Lower East Side spot will be shutting down. Yesterday a reader tipped off EV Grieve about the closure. Romeo, who runs rock-in-roll accented “Motor City” with partner Teresa Farnell, said their lease was up and the landlord did not give the option of renewal. “Motor City” opened in 1996 when few businesses (other than pioneering LES haunt “Max Fish”) dared to make a go of it in the pre-gentrified neighborhood. Romeo said the lease expires at the end of the month but it’s possible they’ll be able to stay in the space a little bit longer, and they’re keeping open the possibility of opening another New York bar. Romeo, by the way, is an alum of our My LES series. In addition to her title of “bar owner,” she’s a filmmaker and photographer and has been living in California, while making frequent trips back to NYC, in recent months. Our friends at Fontana’s are hosting the final stretch of the Inked Magazine Sailor Jerry 2012 Calendar Release Party this evening at 11:30pm. You can catch the Sailor Jerry “tour” with the 2012 Calendar Girls at 133 Essex (a.k.a. Sons of Essex) at 9:30p and at 127 Ludlow (a.k.a. Motor City) before they land at Fontana’s. Should be a fun night for fans of Inked Magazine, or tattooed pin-up girls, or anyone who likes rum, for that matter. FREE // 11:30p // 105 Eldridge St.
What do you do? I’m an artist (francescaromeo.com), primarily documentary photography (danielcooneyfineart.com) and filmmaking, and I own Motor City Bar on Ludlow Street. How long have you lived on the LES? I’ve lived and/ or worked in the neighborhood for 12 years. Favorite block in the hood? East 7th between Ave. C and D, because the architecture is the most beautiful. |
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