Samuel Mukamal

Samuel Mukamal joined Meridian in 2023 and currently works in the company’s Midtown office. A native New Yorker born and raised in Midtown Manhattan, Samuel brings an authentic understanding of the city’s neighborhoods and retail landscape to every transaction.

He specializes in both landlord and tenant representation, with a primary focus on food and beverage leasing across Manhattan. Samuel works closely with a diverse range of clients — from Michelin-starred chefs and established hospitality groups to emerging neighborhood concepts, cafés, and specialty markets.

Samuel’s background in Economics and Business Studies from New York University provides him with a strong analytical foundation and a data-driven approach to deal-making. His deep understanding of the New York City market, combined with his ability to build long-term client relationships, has quickly established him as a trusted advisor within the retail leasing community.

Since joining Meridian, Samuel has completed numerous transactions across Manhattan’s most active retail corridors, representing both premier restaurateurs and property owners seeking to elevate their tenant mix.

Notable transactions include:

• “ISHQ” at 202 Avenue A (3,000 square feet)
• “Tenichi Market” at 239 Bleecker Street (2,500 square feet)
• “New Wave Hospitality” Saint at 247 West 37th Street (4,500 square feet)
• “Dawson Group” at 10 Delancey Street (4,500 square feet)
• “Two-Star Michelin Indian Restaurant” at 515 West 38th Street (12,000 square feet)
• “Onigiri Japanese Market” at 547 Sixth Avenue (1,600 square feet)
• “La Caveras Social” at 240 East 75th Street (2,500 square feet)
• “Oasis Bakery & Café” at 225 West 23rd Street (2,000 square feet) and 362 Second Avenue (2,000 square feet)
• “Shah’s Halal Food” at 133 West Third Street (2,000 square feet)
• “Omakase Osukaa” at 319 Bowery (3,000 square feet)
• “Thai Restaurant Group” at 47 West 55th street (5,000 square feet)
• “Tenichi Market” at 924 Third Avenue (2,500 Square Feet)