Nick Zippilli, a Hell’s Kitchen resident for more than 40 years, built his affordable neighborhood steakhouse from an abandoned Chinese takeout, creating a gathering place for locals, Fox News hosts and political power players. As he prepares to close this evening, he reflects on the gamble that paid off, the changes that followed COVID and finally having time to enjoy New York. “I like to joke there are only two ways to leave the restaurant business: rich or dead.” After 16 years running West Side Steakhouse on 10th Avenue, Nick Zippilli decided he would rather leave rich enough to enjoy life. Please visit My Account to manage your account.