ICYMI: The Campbell Apartment To Open Under New Ownership In May

MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — The Campbell Apartment, a cocktail lounge in Grand Central Terminal known for its old-timey grandeur and dress code, will open under new management this May.

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The new owners, the Gerber Group, have re-branded the bar "The Campbell" and are planning to bring a more "approachable" atmosphere with "contemporary design elements," a spokeswoman for the company told Patch. The changes may not please the old guard who frequented the nostalgia-drenched lounge before its 2016 closure.

Here's the full statement sent to Patch from the Gerber Group:

This May, Gerber Group will open The Campbell, an iconic New York institution located in Grand Central Terminal. Thoughtfully restored to its original grandeur, the restoration maintains the integrity of the property’s historic architecture while introducing contemporary design elements, together creating a refined yet approachable atmosphere. The Campbell will provide three unique property experiences and showcase many of the thirteenth century Florentine-inspired design intricacies that gave John W. Campbell’s private office and reception hall its legendary allure. Gerber Group’s selection of classic and modern cocktails, that highlight fresh ingredients, wines and locally brewed craft beers, will be complemented by a menu of elevated bar fare and lunch specialties, including small plates, soups, salads and sandwiches. Grand Central Terminal, 15 Vanderbilt Avenue (off 43rd Street).

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