Core Points - Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (ESRT) has signed a lease with SORA for a 14,430 square foot high-end restaurant at One Grand Central Place, enhancing its retail portfolio [1][3] - SORA is a Japanese omakase-style restaurant featuring five high-end dining concepts curated by top chefs from Japan and a cocktail experience directly from Tokyo [2][3] - The addition of SORA aligns with ESRT's strategy to meet the expectations of top-tier tenants and enhance the culinary offerings in the Grand Central District [3] Company Overview - Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. is a New York City-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of modernized office, retail, and multifamily assets, including the iconic Empire State Building [5] - As of June 30, 2025, ESRT's portfolio includes approximately 7.8 million rentable square feet of office space, 0.8 million rentable square feet of retail space, and 743 residential units [5]