Coming Soon: Subway at 66 Delancey
66 Delancey is the recipient of more makeovers than one. While restoration efforts continue up above, street-level renovation has begun inside the former wireless joint at the northwest corner of Allen Street. And what will this long-dormant space become? You guessed it – a Subway franchise!
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Permits filed with the DOB on April 2 confirm the news. This latest outpost, code-named Subway 66, is just a few blocks northwest of the Palazzo Grey location. More Submen on the way?
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