12South ex-cleaners site set for restaurant

A restaurant to be owned and operated by the two men known for The Stillery is slated to open spring 2021 in the 12South building last home to Royal Cleaners.

Steve Sargent and Steve Kovach will operate in the building (pictured here before its overhaul began) at 2500 12th Ave. S. across Caruthers Avenue from Mafiaoza's Pizzeria. Sargent told the Post the future restaurant will be called Emery, which will focus on higher-end fare with some wood-fired menu options, including pizza. He said burgers, steaks, seafood and pasta will highlight the menu. A front patio will be included.