Boris & Horton, the beloved dog café with locations in Williamsburg and the East Village, will close on Feb. 26, owners announced.
File photo by Gabriele Holtermann
Boris & Horton is bidding farewell.
The beloved dog café with locations in Williamsburg and the East Village will be permanently closing its doors on Feb. 26, marking the end of a more-than-six-year journey that brought joy to canine lovers and their furry companions.
The closure was announced by the café’s owners, Logan Mikhly and Coppy Holzman, through a heartfelt post on social media. In their message, they expressed gratitude to the loyal customers, both human and animal, who made Boris & Horton a cherished community space.
“We have some sad news to share with our beloved community. After over six years in business, we’ve made the devastating decision to close both locations of Boris & Horton on Feb. 26,” the owners wrote. “Instead of dwelling on what didn’t work, let’s celebrate the great times we’ve had as New York’s first dog-friendly café. From dog adoptions to weddings, gotcha days, birthday parties and everything in between, we’ve been so lucky to share in your big and little moments.”
The post was also signed by the pair’s pets, Boris and Horton — who the business was named after.
The café, known for its dog-friendly atmosphere, offered a unique experience for pet owners, providing a space where they could enjoy quality coffee and food while spending time with their furry friends. Over the years, Boris & Horton became a staple in New York City’s canine community.
While the owners did not specify the reasons for the closure, fans of the café have expressed their disappointment online, sharing memories and expressing gratitude for the positive impact Boris & Horton had on their lives.
“This is heartbreaking,” wrote a Facebook user named Stephanie on the business’ post. The commenter shared a photo of their dog, Lucy, who they…
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