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Brooklyn's Chap-A-Nosh Closes After 40 Years, Catering Continues

4/13/2026

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The Chap-A-Nosh restaurant in Brooklyn's Midwood neighborhood closed after more than 40 years, ending a local hub known for Chinese-American kosher cuisine.
Elie Pollak, owner of Chap-A-Nosh, thanked staff and customers and described the closure as a difficult decision.
The closure highlights challenges facing longtime community businesses amid rising competition and changing consumer habits.
Chap-A-Nosh's catering service continues in the Five Towns, preserving a link to its loyal customers.

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Story summary

The Chap-A-Nosh restaurant in Brooklyn's Midwood neighborhood closed after more than 40 years, ending a local hub known for Chinese-American kosher cuisine.
Elie Pollak, owner of Chap-A-Nosh, thanked staff and customers and described the closure as a difficult decision.
The closure highlights challenges facing longtime community businesses amid rising competition and changing consumer habits.
Chap-A-Nosh's catering service continues in the Five Towns, preserving a link to its loyal customers.