Milanese-style diner Casa Lever extends Lever House’s long-term lease

Casa Lever, part of the thriving Sant Ambroeus Hospitality Group, has extended its long-term lease on Lever House, the iconic office building at 390 Park Avenue. . .

But the closure was only done in preparation for a planned reopening in early summer after extensive renovations inside and out. It is part of an ongoing $100 million renovation of the tower by owners Brookfield Properties and WatermanClark LLC.

In sad news, Ruth’s Chris Steak House will close after a long hiatus at 148 W. 51st St. April 30, according to the New York State Department of Labor. The so-called WARN notice says that the disconnection is due to the expiration of the lease.