Steve Cuozzo brings word today that the first NY outpost of German-based casual eatery chain Vapiano will be opening up on University and 13th Street sometime in the near future. The chain already has locations in six other cities in the U.S., and specializes in inexpensive antipasti, pizza, salads and pastas made to order. A real estate rep for the chain describes the place as a "fast-casual cross between Mario Batali and Chipotle with uber-style" that also boasts a "lively happy-hour scene." Brace? [NYP]
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