Wonder, the growing take-out and delivery concept, has opened four new locations on Long Island in just the last six weeks.
The chain, which bills itself as “a new kind of food hall,” opened locations at 2495 Merrick Road in Bellmore; in the Woodbury Plaza shopping center at 445 S. Oyster Bay Road in Plainview; at 4802 Nesconset Highway in Port Jefferson Station; and at 1605 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park, all since Dec. 4.
Wonder now has eight Long Island stores, with another soon to open at 3170 Long Beach Road in Oceanside. Other future Wonder locations include Huntington, Commack, Medford and New Hyde Park.
The Wonder concept, combining cuisine made largely by well-known chefs and eateries offered in a fast and convenient format, has a menu that features fare from famous chefs like Bobby Flay, José Andrés, and Marcus Samuelsson, alongside award-winning restaurants like Tejas Barbecue, Di Fara Pizza, and several others.
Wonder started out in 2018 as a fleet of trucks delivering made-to-order meals has now become a growing chain of brick-and-mortar locations where customers can dine-in, pick-up food or have it delivered.
The chain currently operates more than 90 locations across New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
JP Pirraglia and Dillon Ross of RIPCO Real Estate represented Wonder in the area’s lease transactions.
Significant changes are being highlighted in Charlotte’s restaurant scene, including openings, closures, menu adaptations and a shift in dining preferences. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of the local food landscape.
Charlotte’s Cuban sandwiches remain popular, with various styles reflecting its rich history and diverse cultural influences. At El Puro Cuban Restaurant, diners can experience the Miami version, offering a mound of seasoned roast pork and crispy textures from sandwich pressing.
A new all-you-can-eat sushi spot, The OG Asian Eatery + KTV, is set to open in Pineville, replacing a previous hot pot restaurant. Along with sushi, it promises hot pot and special entertainment in the form of karaoke rooms.
Another diner, Stacks Kitchen, has opened a third location in Lancaster, serving all-day breakfasts and Southern delicacies like shrimp and grits, continuing to offer comfort foods to its patrons.
Bar-B-Q King has closed its longstanding location, which led to large crowds seeking one last meal at the iconic eatery in its final days. The site will transition into a bank, marking the end of an era for the 64-year-old establishment.
5th Sin Wood Fire Kitchen food truck owners Mital Naik and Andre Tomaz hold open their signature Cuban sandwich. By Alex Cason
NO. 1: WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT CHARLOTTE’S CUBAN SANDWICHES? THE ANSWER IS: EVERYTHING.
The Cuban, or Cubano, is a thrilling feat of sandwich engineering whose singular goal is to impart maximum pleasure. | Published October 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by Timothy DePeugh
The Ginger Miso Crunch salad at Flower Child. By Evan Moore
NO. 2: I ATE AT A CHARLOTTE RESTAURANT I OWED AN APOLOGY TO. HERE’S WHAT I GOT FOR $25
Remember how apologizing as a kid wasn’t just about saying “sorry”? | Published October 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by Evan Moore
The dining room at Yiding Hot Pot. By Heidi Finley
NO. 3: NEW ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SUSHI SPOT OPENING SOON IN PINEVILLE. HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT
A turkey burger wtih turkey bacon and a side of pasta salad at Stacks. By Heidi Finley
NO. 4: CHARLOTTE-AREA BRUNCH SPOT OPENS DOORS ON A NEW LOCATION. ‘WE’RE SO EXCITED’
A Charlotte-area diner promises to serve “good food and plenty of it” at its newest location. | Published October 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by Tanasia Kenney
Inside Bar-B-Q King, the restaurant was packed as customers waited patiently in a long line to order at the counter on Wednesday, Oct. 29. A staff member at the register bags an order as the queue stretches back through the building, filled with patrons eager to say a final goodbye to the eatery, which closed on Nov. 1. By Alex Cason
NO. 5: AFTER BAR-B-Q KING ANNOUNCED IT WILL CLOSE, THE LUNCHTIME CROWDS POURED IN
When Bar-B-Q King’s announcement that it would close was still fresh, it was no surprise when CharlotteFive reported long lines of people showing up for one last meal at the classic restaurant. | Published October 29, 2025 | Read Full Story by Melissa Oyler
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