Casa Serra Signed Lease at 227 Front Street
The sister restaurant to House of Pasta plans to open a 2,824-square-foot space in the South Street Seaport this winter.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Commercial
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Casa Serra has secured a 15-year lease at 227 Front Street in Lower Manhattan. The new location brings the sister restaurant of the East Village-based House of Pasta to the South Street Seaport.
Why it matters
The new restaurant is opening to capitalize on the growing momentum in the South Street Seaport neighborhood. This expansion marks a long-term commitment to the area with a lease duration spanning 15 years.
The lease agreement covers 2,824 square feet at an asking rent of $100 per square foot. The contract commits the restaurant to the property for a 15-year term.
The players
Casa Serra
A growing restaurant entity known as the sister brand to the East Village eatery House of Pasta.
Durst Organization
A prominent New York City-based real estate developer and manager of commercial properties.
KSR
A commercial real estate brokerage firm that represents tenants and landlords in Manhattan.
The details
The transaction was managed by the Durst Organization, who represented the landlord both in-house and through the firm KSR. KSR also acted as the representative for the tenant, Casa Serra, throughout the negotiation process. The restaurant chose this specific Lower Manhattan location to expand its operations into a neighborhood showing significant commercial growth.
Timeline
Tuesday, October 6, 2026: Durst Organization announced the lease agreement.
Winter 2026: Casa Serra is expected to open its doors to the public.
The Home Front
This deal underscores the ongoing transformation of South Street Seaport from a historic district into a destination for modern hospitality and dining brands. The arrival of established restaurateurs suggests long-term confidence in the area's commercial vitality and consumer appeal.
Residents of the Seaport should keep an eye on the 227 Front Street location for upcoming site improvements and grand opening announcements this winter. If you frequent the East Village location of House of Pasta, watch for updates on whether the menu will feature similar offerings at this new site.
The takeaway
This long-term lease suggests that the South Street Seaport remains a primary target for neighborhood-focused commercial development. Neighbors can look forward to a new dining option when Casa Serra debuts this winter.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Commercial Observer.
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