86 SuperStar Shutters Just Months After Rebranding

“For rent” signs have been posted at 86 SuperStar at 2172 86th Street, less than a year after the restaurant rebranded and renovated.

It was back in December 2013 that we told you Hottest 86 had reopened as 86 SuperStar, selling all-you-can-eat sushi and shabu shabu (hot pot).

It’s a bit surprising to see it closed down, as we stopped by after the reopening to give the shabu shabu a shot. The place was packed and the staff friendly and helpful, especially in dealing with a table of hot pot novices. But competition on 86th Street is stiff, and it looks like SuperStar couldn’t cut it.

Sad to see you go, and best of luck to the owners on their future endeavors.