FX’s Love Story feature drives resurgence for iconic NYC eatery
From pre-rush hour escapes by JFK Jr. & Carolyn Bessette to appearances in Sex and the City and Daredevil, Panna II Garden has always been a hidden gem in NYC’s East Village.
Owner Boshir Khan recalls the couple ducking paparazzi under the restaurant’s lights, adding an air of mystique that now attracts a new generation of diners. Since the FX/Hulu series premiered, reservations have jumped 20–70%, proving that Harlem and NYC stories resonate far beyond the city.
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