It looks like Mario Batali is giving up on
one of his New York eateries, Bistro du Vent, only 15 months after its opening. The Bistro is located on 9th St.
in midtown Manhattan. It received reviews ranging from "not bad" to "deeply satisfying" and
Frank Bruni gave it two
stars, so the food isn't what is causing the sale. Its downfall was probably helped by the scandal that occurred
last year, in which "four employees - including a chef - were caught on [security] videotape in a steamy
after-hours sex romp" in the restaurant. Though the employees were subsequently fired, it's not the sort of thing
that necessarily enhances a restaurant's reputation. Bistro du Vent has 12 years left on the lease and a
$13,500 monthly rent.
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