DBTH adds another layer to the Koi on the Bowery story. He hears that time is running out on their lease at the Bryant Park Hotel and that they are desperate to find a permanent home. While a commenter suggests the Merkato 55/Le 55 space, if history is any guide, smart money says Koi will push this through somehow. Bouley did it, the Coop Hotel did it, The Jane Ballroom did it, and this 6,000 sq. ft. monster will probably do it too after agreeing to some crippling closing hours and noise regulations. [DBTH]
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