Teriyaki Madness Is Opening in Burlington

A chain of Asian restaurants that features grilled meats is opening its first Massachusetts (and New England) location, and it will reside in the northern suburbs of Boston.

A message sent from Richard Auffrey of The Passionate Foodie indicates that Teriyaki Madness is on its way to Burlington, opening in the strip mall on Burlington Mall Road that is home to Clover and Chipotle. The Denver-based chain, which got its start in Las Vegas nearly 20 years ago, offers a variety of teriyaki bowls along with eggrolls, potstickers, crab rangoon, fried rice, and more.

The address for the upcoming location of Teriyaki Madness is 68 Burlington Mall Road, Burlington, MA, 01803. The website for the chain can be found at https://teriyakimadness.com/

[March 14, 2022 update: The Facebook page for the place indicates that the Burlington location of Teriyaki Madness is now open.]

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North Point Restaurant & Bar Replaces Weltkuche Bistro at Cambridge Crossing in East Cambridge

An eclectic restaurant within a new development in Cambridge that featured international cuisine has morphed into a new dining spot under the same ownership.

According to an article from Cambridge Day, North Point Restaurant & Bar is now open at Cambridge Crossing, replacing Weltkuche Bistro, which first opened in the East Cambridge complex last spring. The post indicates that Narinder Guhania, who is the owner of Passage to India in Porter Square and who ran Weltkuche Bistro, is behind the new restaurant as well, offering what Cambridge Day describes as a "simpler menu" that includes such items as mussels, macaroni and cheese, quesadillas, clam chowder, steak tips, gnocchi, curry chicken, burgers, and cheesecake, along with beer, wine, spirits, and cocktails.

The address for North Point Restaurant & Bar is 3 Glassworks Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02141. Its website can be found at https://northpointrestaurant.com/

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Mecha Noodle Bar Plans to Open in Boston's Fort Point Neighborhood

Several months ago, it was reported that a Connecticut-based group of Asian restaurants was planning to expand to Brookline. Now we have learned that their expansion plans may include a Boston location as well.

According to a licensing board page within the city's website. Mecha Noodle Bar is planning to open in the Fort Point neighborhood, with the notice indicating that it would open on Thomson Place near where Fort Point and the Seaport District meet. The notice mentions that the proposed spot is seeking a full liquor license, and that it would include a dining area, bar seating, and mezzanine level seating.

Mecha Noodle Bar, which started out in 2011 and focuses on noodle dishes with Southeast Asian, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean influences, currently has five locations in Connecticut; back in June, it looked like another outlet might be coming to Harvard Street in Coolidge Corner, though very little additional information has been given on that location over the past few months.

The address for the proposed location of Mecha Noodle Bar in Fort Point is 44 Thomson Place, Boston, MA, 02210. The website for all locations be found at https://mechanoodlebar.com/

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Mecha Noodle Bar to Open in Brookline's Coolidge Corner

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Red Lentil in Watertown Is Expanding to Sharon, Opening in Former Square Kitchen & Bar Space

A popular vegan and vegetarian restaurant in Watertown is expanding to the southwest suburbs of Boston.

According to a source, Red Lentil is getting ready to open in Sharon, taking over the space on Pond Street where The Square Kitchen & Bar had been, and before that, Pizzigando. A Facebook post from the upcoming location of Red Lentil said back in October that "We're opening a new location in Sharon in the coming months. We're just getting started, but follow this page (IG @redlentilsharon) to stay posted on updates as planning gets underway!" Once it opens, expect to find vegan and vegetarian takes on comfort food dishes, with the Watertown location offering such items as miso soup, nachos, pizza, paella, shepherd's pie, lasagna, and sweet potato fries.

Red Lentil first opened in Watertown in 2009.

The address for the new location of Red Lentil in Sharon is 1 Pond Street, Sharon, MA, 02067. The website for the original location can be found at https://theredlentil.com/

[December 6 update: According to a press release, Red Lentil has its grand opening in Sharon on Friday, December 10.]

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The Pour House in Boston's Back Bay Plans to Return

A bit more than a year ago, it was reported that one of Boston's best-known bars had closed down, though it soon appeared that it could end up coming back. Now we have learned that it looks like it will indeed be opening back up.

According to a message sent to us this afternoon, The Pour House in the Back Bay is planning to return, with a licensing board hearing page within the city's website mentioning that the Boylston Street spot is seeking to acquire the liquor license which had been purchased by the landlord of the building. The notice states that Charles Hitchcock--who had been general manager of the now-closed McGreevy's on Boylston Street--is the manager, and the people behind The Pour House are also petitioning for an approval of a management agreement between 907 Boylston Street LLC and C and R Hospitality Managers, LLC. The hearing is slated to take place on Wednesday, December 1, so more details should be out in a few days.

The Pour House, which first opened approximately 35 years ago, temporarily closed in March of 2020 at the start of the pandemic, with the announcement of what looked to be either a permanent closure or a potential ownership change taking place in September of 2020.

The address for The Pour House is 907 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02115.

[December 3 update: Universal Hub states that the new incarnation of The Pour House will be "exactly the same" as the old Pour House, with attorney Jon Aieta saying that "We're not reinventing the wheel here."] 

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The Pour House in Boston's Back Bay Has Closed
The Pour House in Boston's Back Bay May Be Reopening

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The City of Boston Extends Temporary Outdoor Dining Program Until December 31 (Except for the North End)

A couple of months ago, it was reported that restaurants in all but one section of Boston would see their expanded outdoor dining areas come to an end at the beginning of December. Now we have learned that dining spots will have a bit more time to keep them up and running if they wish.

According to NBC Boston, Mayor Michelle Wu said on Wednesday that the temporary outdoor dining program would be extended from a previous end date of December 1 to a new end date of December 31, though the North End's end date of October 31 remains in place. A statement from Wu says that "Activating public spaces to expand outdoor dining helps bolster our local businesses during pandemic recovery and creates connected communities spaces for residents, visitors, and families....I'm excited to extend this program through our holiday season and look forward to supporting our small businesses as anchors for our neighborhoods. Expanding to winter outdoor dining will help our communities stay safe, healthy, and vibrant."

NBC says that the early end date for North End restaurant was due to such reasons as "heavy traffic, parking issues and construction projects."

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End Dates Announced for Temporary Outdoor Dining Spaces in Boston

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Amazon Fresh Supermarkets Plan to Open in Braintree, Saugus

A new grocery chain is on its way to the Greater Boston area, and it has a very familiar name.

An article from the Boston Business Journal states that Amazon Fresh is planning to open in Saugus, while the Patriot Ledger mentions that another location will be opening in Braintree. As indicated in both articles, the grocery store will use the latest technology to allow customers to do "walk out" shopping in which they scan their Amazon app, which tallies up the items in their carts as they shop, allowing them to skip the checkout line (customers can also shop the traditional way as well). In addition, Alexa will be set up at kiosks, with the Amazon virtual assistant helping customers find specific items.

Amazon also owns Whole Foods, which is more of a specialty market that focuses on organic foods while Amazon Fresh offers a wider variety of food items.

The Braintree location of Amazon Fresh will reside in the old Saks space at the Marketplace at Braintree on Grossman Drive, while the Saugus location will be located at the Saugus Plaza Shopping Center near where Route 1 and Walnut Street meet.

Thanks to @JeremyKrantz for initially bringing this to our attention.

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Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza Plans to Open in Boston's Fort Point Neighborhood

Several months ago, it was learned that a celebrity chef was going to be bringing a new restaurant concept to Boston, and now we have learned that he may be bringing an existing concept to the city as well.

According to a tweet from @FortPointer, Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza is looking to open in the Fort Point section of Boston, and it would apparently be moving into the space on Congress Street that had been home to a location of Caffe Nero. A Fort Point Neighborhood Association notice says that a meeting is slated for November 30 for the proposed dining spot, including its request for a beer and wine license. Based on its locations in England, the Boston outlet of Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza could be offering "bottomless" pizza, in which customers can choose from a variety of options and eat as little or as much as they want.

In addition to Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza, Ramsay is also going to be opening Ramsay's Kitchen in the former Bar Boulud space within the Mandarin Oriental hotel in the Back Bay.

The address shown for the proposed Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza is 368 Congress Street, Boston, MA, 02210. The website for the other Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza locations can be found at https://www.gordonramsayrestaurants.com/street-pizza/

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Ramsay's Kitchen to Open in the Former Bar Boulud Space in Boston's Back Bay

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Cornwall's Tavern in Boston's Kenmore Square Has Temporarily Closed

A British-style pub that has been around for nearly 50 years has closed for the time being.

An email sent to us indicates that Cornwall's Tavern in Boston's Kenmore Square is shuttered, with the email saying that it closed after business hours on November 19 and plans to open back up in late March of 2022. A note on its website gives a bit more information about the closing, saying that "As the building and community undergo a phase of redevelopment, we are doing what we see necessary to ensure the future success of Kenmore Square. We are hopeful that this sacrifice will allow us to serve our community of staples such as BU and the Red Sox as well as our new neighbors."

Cornwall's Tavern, which first opened in 1973, is a popular spot for college students, Red Sox fans, and locals alike, who come to the bar for its pool, darts, comfort food and British-style fare, and pints of beer.

The address for Cornwall's is 644 Beacon Street, Boston, MA, 02215. Its website can be found at http://www.cornwalls.com/

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Brooklyn Bagel Factory Plans to Open in Cambridge's Inman Square

It looks like a new shop that offers sandwiches made using New York-style bagels is on its way to Cambridge.

According to a tweet from @naked_canoer, Brooklyn Bagel Factory is opening in Inman Square, moving into a space on Hampshire Street that had been home to a dry cleaning place. The website for the bagel shop indicates that it will be offering steamed bagel sandwiches using hand-rolled and water-boiled bagels, and while it doesn't have an opening date yet, it says it plans to open soon.

The address for the upcoming Brooklyn Bagel Factory is 168 Hampshire Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139. Its website can be found at https://brooklynbagelfactory.com/

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Twyrl in Arlington Center Is Closing

An Italian restaurant in the northwest suburbs that is known for its pasta dishes is shutting down permanently.

According to Patrick Maguire of Maguire Promotions & Hospitality Consulting, Twyrl in Arlington Center is closing for good, with the website for the Broadway dining spot saying the following:

We have struggled with this prospect for many months and have decided not to renew our lease. A multitude of factors helped shape this decision, none more challenging than the breakdown of the supply chain.  This has caused the cost of goods and services to soar, making the prospect of committing to a long-term lease far too great a risk in the face of future economic uncertainty and instability.

The note indicates that the restaurant is closing after business hours on December 16.

Twyrl first opened in the summer of 2017, offering customizable pasta dishes in which customers choose their types of pasta, sauce, and toppings, while also serving salads, meatballs, spinach and artichoke dip, cheesecake, and more.

The address for Twyrl is 315 Broadway, Arlington, MA, 02474. Its website can be found at https://twyrlpasta.com/

[December 29 update: A Twitter thread from @burkebrian8 indicates that both Facebook and Yelp show Twyrl now being "temporarily closed," with the Yelp page saying that it plans to reopen on April 1, 2022.]

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Teazzi Tea Shop Opens in Boston's Chinatown

A chain of Taiwanese tea shops with three locations in New York City has expanded to Boston.

According to a tweet from @FortPointer, Teazzi Tea Shop is now open in Chinatown, moving into a space on Harrison Avenue near where it intersects Beach Street. Expect the new outlet--which joins two others in Queens and one in Manhattan--to offer bubble tea, while fruit tea and lemonade may be available as well.

The address for the new location of Teazzi Tea Shop in Chinatown is 31 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA, 02111. The website for all locations can be found at http://teazzi.com/

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Common Good Co. Is Opening in Waltham

It looks like a brand new coffee shop and coworking space is on its way to the western suburbs of Boston.

According to a tweet from @y2000k, Common Good Co. is planning to open in Waltham, moving into an as-of-yet undisclosed space on Moody Street, though based on a picture posted on its website, it appears that the shop could be moving into a space just north of the Chestnut Street intersection. The website give a bit more information on the upcoming place, saying that it is a "locally-owned coffee shop and co-working space focused not just on profits, but on creating a wave of positive change for all mankind" while also stating that it plans to open sometime in 2022.

As soon as we find out more information on Common Good Co., we will post an update here.

The website for Common Good Co. can be found at https://www.commongoodwaltham.com/

[December 8 update: A new tweet from @y2000k indicates that the address for Common Good Co. will be 419 Moody Street.]

[March 23, 2022 update: According to its website, Common Good Co. opens today.]

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Fuel America to Open by Boston University and in Weymouth

Last week, it was reported that a local group of coffeehouse-cafes that also sell their products in local supermarkets have expanded to a new location in Allston. Now we have learned that two more outlets will be coming to the Greater Boston area as well.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Fuel America is opening in the former Dunkin' location at 1020 Commonwealth Avenue by Boston University, while the website for the company also mentions that a new location is coming to 143 Washington Street in Weymouth as well. Once the two new cafes open, they will join existing locations in Brighton, Waltham, and Worcester, along with a brand new outlet in Allston.

The website for Fuel American can be found at https://fuelamericacoffee.com/

[January 14, 2022 update: According to a Facebook post, the Weymouth location of Fuel America is now open.]

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Fuel America Opens in Allston

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Gyu-Kaku Opens in Burlington

A couple of years ago, it was reported that a chain of Japanese barbecue spots was opening a fourth Boston-area location, with this one being in a new development in the northern suburbs.

According to an article from Wicked Local and the Burlington Union, Gyu-Kaku is now open at The Village at Burlington Mall, a new outdoor center that sits at the site of the old Sears automotive center. The new dining spot joins others in Cambridge's Harvard Square, Brookline, and South Bay Town Center in Dorchester, and the website for the business indicates that it is currently going through a soft opening with a limited menu that includes some prix fixe menu items for groups of two or more.

In addition to Gyu-Kaku, The Village at Burlington Mall is also home to locations of Caffe Nero and Sweetgreen.

The website for Gyu-Kaku can be found at https://www.gyu-kaku.com/

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Gyu-Kaku Plans to Open at The Village at Burlington Mall

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Barcelona Wine Bar Plans to Open in Temple Bar Space in Cambridge

A group of tapas restaurants known in part for their wine offerings will be opening a third Boston-area location, with this one moving into a space in Cambridge that has been home to an upscale bistro.

According to an article from Cambridge Day, Barcelona Wine Bar is looking to open on Mass. Ave. in the Temple Bar space between Porter Square and Harvard Square, with the new location joining outlets in Boston's South End and Brookline's Washington Square area along with others in a handful of states, including several in Connecticut. Based on the other locations, expect to find a variety of Spanish and Mediterranean small plates offered at the Cambridge restaurant along with full meals, a long list of wines, and beer and cocktails.

If all goes as planned, the new location of Barcelona could be opening in late February or early March of 2022.

The address for the upcoming location of Barcelona Wine Bar is 1688 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02138. The website for all locations is at https://barcelonawinebar.com/

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Bob's Muffin Shop in South Weymouth Is Closing

A popular breakfast spot on the South Shore is getting ready to shut down.

According to a source, Bob's Muffin Shop in South Weymouth is closing for good, with a Facebook post from the Union Street place saying the following:

Bob's Muffin Shop will be PERMANENTLY CLOSE on or about 11/30/2021 due to circumstances out of our control. We would like to thank our families, employees and our long time loyal customers for the past 14 years, we have owned it. Bob's has been a staple in this community since 1956 we will truly miss you all. Thank you Vinnie, Marie & Staff PLEASE NOTE: this closure is due to the leasing co/landlord not letting us sell the business, We wanted Bob's to continue to be a part of this community sad day for all

In addition to its muffins, Bob's Muffin Shop has also been known in part for its breakfast sandwiches and cinnamon toast.

The address for Bob's Muffin Shop is 17 Union Street, Weymouth, MA, 02190.

[November 30 update: A new Facebook post from the place indicates that Bob's Muffin Shop is now closed.]

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Fuel America Opens in Allston

 A local group of coffeehouse-cafes has expanded to a new location in Boston.

A message sent by Leah Klein of City Living Boston indicates that Fuel America is now open in Allston, moving into a space on Western Avenue that is part of Harvard University. The new coffee shop joins other locations in Brighton, Waltham, and Worcester.

In addition to its coffeehouses, Fuel America is also a wholesaler whose products can be found in local supermarkets.

The address for the new location of Fuel America in Allston is 114 Western Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134. The website for the company can be found at https://fuelamericacoffee.com/

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Bailey & Sage Is Opening in the Former b.good Space in Boston's Back Bay/South End Area

What was once a local trio of cafes and caterers is currently down to one location, but a second outlet is now on its way to the city.

According to a source, Bailey & Sage is planning to open in the former b.good space on Dartmouth Street near where Boston's Back Bay and South End meet, with a check on the website for the business confirming that it is indeed "coming soon." Another location of Bailey & Sage is currently in operation on Federal Street in the downtown section of the city, though its State Street and Cambridge (Kendall Square) locations are no longer open.

The space in which Bailey & Sage is moving had been the original location of b.good, with that shop shutting down this spring.

The address for the new location of Bailey & Sage is 131 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA, 02116.

[March 11, 2022 update: According to a source, the new location of Bailey & Sage is now open on Dartmouth Street, with a Facebook post from the business confirming this.]

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Twisted Fate Brewing Company Is Opening in Danvers

It looks like a North Shore town will have its very first brewery and taproom.

According to an article from the Herald Citizen and Wicked Local, Twisted Fate Brewing Company is planning to open in Danvers, moving into a space on Route 114 a short distance east of where it intersects Route 95 and Route 1. The post mentions that this will be a family-owned business, with the people behind it being David Pinette and his wife Erica Tritta, along with Pinette's sister and brother-in-law Kim and Bill McNamara. The facility plans to have a 3.5-barrel brew system, while the hope is to offer slices of pizza via a collaboration with a local dining spot.

If all goes well, Twisted Fate Brewing Company could be opening in late February or March of 2022.

The address for Twisted Fate Brewing Company is 120 Andover Street, Danvers, MA, 01923. Its website is at https://twistedfatebrewing.com/

[April 15, 2022 update: An Instagram post from the business indicates that Twisted Fate Brewing Company is now open.]

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Cafe Azteca in Lawrence Has Closed, Is Looking for New Location

A beloved Mexican restaurant in the Merrimack Valley has shut down, though there is hope that it could return elsewhere.

According to a source, Cafe Azteca in Lawrence is no longer in business, with a Facebook video from the Common Street spot stating that its last day in business was Saturday, November 13. The video does indicate that they are looking for a new space, while their affiliated business--El Taller Cafe and Bookstore at 275 Essex Street--will be hosting Azteca for the time being. It isn't yet known where the restaurant could be reborn, so keep checking back for updates.

Cafe Azteca first opened 28 years ago, offering a variety of Mexican dishes while also being known in part for its artwork displayed within the space.

The address for Cafe Azteca was 180 Common Street, Lawrence, MA, 01840.

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The Heights Pub Opens in Arlington Heights

A neighborhood restaurant and bar in the northwest suburbs of Boston debuts today, and the owner of a nearby dining and drinking spot is behind it.

According to a Twitter thread from @briankenney7, The Heights Pub opens at 4:00 PM in the old Balich 5 & 10 space in Arlington Heights, with a Facebook post from the Mass. Ave. place confirming this, saying "No reservations, first come first served. Come down and put in your name and phone number and we will call you once your table is ready. We are expecting a big crowd tonight, so please be patient. We look forward to seeing everyone." Plans have been in the works for The Heights Pub since the spring of 2019, with Jim O'Rourke of the First House Pub in Winchester running the place, and like the First House Pub, expect to see comfort food, pub grub, and classic American fare at the new spot along with beer, wine, and cocktails.

The address for The Heights Pub is 1314 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, 02476.

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Estella Plans to Open in 49 Social Space in Boston's Downtown Crossing

It looks like a new restaurant is on its way to the heart of Boston, taking over the space where an upscale dining and drinking spot had been.

According to a licensing board hearing page within the city's website, Estella is planning to open in Downtown Crossing, moving into the former 49 Social space on Temple Place. Very little is known about the proposed restaurant at this point in time other than the fact that it is seeking 49 Social's liquor license and that the parent company is K&K Restaurant Group Inc. while the manager listed is Helder Brandao.

49 Social first opened in the old Ivy Restaurant space in 2011, offering New American fare along with a variety of wines and cocktails.

The address for the proposed Estella is 49 Temple Place, Boston, MA, 02111.

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PKL Is Opening at the Iron Works Development in South Boston

A restaurant and entertainment complex that features a red-hot sports trend is on its way to South Boston.

According to a licensing board hearing page within the City of Boston website, PKL is seeking a license to operate at C Street and Old Colony Avenue, with an earlier article from Caught in Southie mentioning that the 21,000-square-foot space will include both a restaurant and pickleball area. PKL, which had been set up as a temporary pickleball space at Assembly Row in Somerville over the summer, hinted at this in an Instagram post earlier this week, saying "It's not goodbye, it's see you in Southie....Thanks for a great summer, can't wait to host you all in the spring. See you soon!"

The space that PKL is heading to is the Iron Works development at the site of the Cole Hersee building, which is between W Broadway and Andrew Square.

The website for PKL can be found at https://www.playpkl.com/

[June 22, 2022 update: According to its website, PKL is now open in South Boston.]

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Blasi's Cafe and Fat Belly Deli in Dorchester's Adams Village Are Returning

A restaurant, bar, and deli in Dorchester that shut down a few years ago after being hit by a fire appear to be coming back.

According to a licensing board hearing page within the City of Boston website, Blasi's Cafe is seeking a license transfer to operate once again within its Adams Street space, with Kenneth Blasi being the manager listed. An earlier Facebook post seemed to hint at this, showing both Blasi's and Fat Belly Deli (which was affiliated with Blasi's) as part of an address update post, and we have indeed been told that Fat Belly Deli will be returning to the space as well.

Blasi's and Fat Belly Deli have been closed ever since a fire caused substantial damage to the space in September of 2017.

The address for Blasi's Cafe and Fat Belly Deli is 762 Adams Street, Dorchester, MA, 02122.

[Earlier Article]
Blasi's Cafe and Fat Belly Deli in Dorchester Closed After Fire

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Las Palmas Opens at the Smith Center in Cambridge's Harvard Square

A pair of Dominican restaurants have been joined by a third, with this one being a second location in Cambridge.

According to an article in The Harvard Crimson, Las Palmas is now open within Harvard University's Smith Campus Center on Mass. Ave., taking over the space where a location of Swissbakers had been. The new outlet joins the original in Roslindale along with another at The Launchpad at MIT, and it offers such options as rice bowls, empanadas, Dominican-style hot pockets, caramel flan, tres leches cake, coffee, and tropical juices.

In addition to the new location of Las Palmas, the Smith Campus Center also has outlets of Sally's Sandwiches and Blackbird Doughnuts.

The Facebook page for Las Palmas can be found at https://www.facebook.com/palmasrestaurant/

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Bradford Tavern in Rowley Has Reopened Under New Ownership

Late last year, it was reported that a family-friendly restaurant on the North Shore appeared to have closed permanently. Now we have learned that it is open once again, though with a change in ownership.

According to a tweet from @swixvonflaubert, Bradford Tavern is open once again, with an earlier Facebook post from the previous owners of the Haverhill Street place indicating that the owners of Fox Creek Tavern in Ipswich have taken it over. A post from the new owners shows the menu for the reopened restaurant, with such options as chicken nachos, short rib poutine, clam chowder, a Nashville hot chicken sandwich, steak tips, meatloaf, fish and chips, macaroni and cheese, and sushi being available.

The original Bradford Tavern closed in December of 2020 after being open for approximately ten years.

The address for Bradford Tavern is 87 Haverhill Street (Route 133), Rowley, MA, 01969. Its website is at https://www.bradfordtavern.com/

[Earlier Article]
Bradford Tavern in Rowley Is Closing

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Local 338 Bagels & Coffee in West Roxbury Has Closed

A shop that sold New York-style bagels has shut down, though the hope is that it could reopen under new ownership.

Universal Hub is reporting (via a tweet from @ndoyle) that Local 338 Bagels & Coffee in West Roxbury is now closed, with a sign out front and a note from the Centre Street spot both indicating that a new owner could possibly be taking over, though this doesn't appear to be written in stone as of yet. Local 338 first opened in the fall of 2017, with its name coming from a union that had once represented bagel bakers in New York City; the bagels from the shop were mostly made in New York then frozen and brought to Boston for final preparation.

The address for Local 338 was 1727 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA, 02132.

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Napoli Pizza & Subs in Lawrence Has Closed

A decades-old Italian eatery in the Merrimack Valley has shut down.

According to an article from The Eagle-Tribune, Napoli Pizza & Subs in Lawrence has closed its doors, with the Common Street spot shuttering on Friday after 44 years in operation. The post mentions that health issues concerning two of the family members behind the business was the reason for the closure of the place, which resided in what was once a heavily-Italian part of the city known in part for its restaurants, bakeries and food shops. Napoli featured bakery pizza, which some called "grandma pie," and was similar to Sicilian slices, and the dining spot also served meat pies and spinach pies along with subs, calzones, and more.

The address for the now-closed Napoli Pizza was 79 Common Street, Lawrence, MA, 01840.

Thanks to Adam Gaffin of Universal Hub for initially bringing this to our attention.

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Little Thai Cafe in Watertown Has Closed

A Thai restaurant west of Boston has shut down for good.

Based on a tweet from @AmandaLovesBB8 and an email from a source, Little Thai Cafe in Watertown is no longer in business, with a note on the website for the Main Street eatery confirming that it has indeed closed permanently. The dining spot first opened in 2013 in the space where Lazziz Fine Indian Cuisine had been, offering such dishes as chicken satay, pork dumplings, penang curry, pad thai, basil fried rice, pad see ew, lemongrass tofu, and drunken noodles.

The address for the now-closed Little Thai Cafe was 51 Main Street, Watertown, MA, 02472.

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Foxtrot Plans to Open in Former Pret A Manger Space in Boston's Back Bay

A small group of upscale convenience stores and cafes may be expanding to Boston.

The Boston Hospitality and Tourism Industry Blog is reporting (via The Boston Sun) that Foxtrot is looking to open in the Back Bay, taking over the space on Boylston Street that had been home to a location of Pret A Manger. The posts say that the new spot would include a retail grocery store that would be on one side of the space, selling such options as food items made by local restaurants, baked goods, beer, and wine, while the cafe area would be located on the other side of the space. If all goes as planned, the new location of Foxtrot could be opening in the spring of 2022.

Foxtrot initially started out as a delivery business in Chicago and now has stores in that city as well as Washington, DC, and Dallas.

The address for the upcoming location of Foxtrot in the Back Bay is 501 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02116. The website for the company is at https://foxtrotco.com/

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BBQ Chicken to Open New Locations in Kenmore Square, North Quincy

Earlier this year, it was reported that a Korean chicken chain was planning to open two new locations in Eastern Massachusetts. Now we have learned that two more outlets are on the way as well.

According to a source, BBQ Chicken is opening on Beacon Street in Boston's Kenmore Square area, while a check on the website for the chain indicates that a location is also coming to Billings Road in North Quincy. Once they open, they will join an existing location in Allston along with two outlets in the works in Lowell [Ed Note--now open] and Malden, and all will likely offer a variety of options for wings and boneless chicken along with whole chicken dishes.

The website for BBQ Chicken can be found at https://bbdotqchicken.com/

[February 14, 2022 update: Eater Boston mentions that BBQ Chicken in North Quincy is now open.]

[Earlier Articles]
BBQ Chicken Is Expanding to Lowell
BBQ Chicken Is Planning to Expand to Malden

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A.T. O'Keeffe's Is Opening in the Former McGreevy's Space in Boston's Back Bay

It looks like a new dining and drinking spot is on its way to the Back Bay of Boston, moving into the space where a sports bar headed up by the leader of a popular band had been.

According to a source, a sign is now up for A.T. O'Keeffe's Provisions and Pub at the site of the former McGreevy's on Boylston Street, with a picture sent showing that it is opening soon and currently looking to hire workers for all positions. An earlier article from the Boston Sun mentioned that Andrew O'Keeffe would be the manager of the restaurant while his wife Jenny would be the assistant manager, and that they have been involved in the running of a couple of dining spots in Manhattan (they say that they will be moving to Boston, possibly living above the new restaurant). Based on the Sun article, it looks like A.T. O'Keeffe's may offer French, British, and American fare, and that they hope to serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

McGreevy's first opened in 2008, with the name coming from "Nuf Ced" McGreevy, who opened a bar called the 3rd Base Saloon in Boston in the late 1800s. Ken Casey of the Dropkick Murphys was behind the place, which announced its closure last summer.

The address for A.T. O'Keeffe's is 911 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02115. Its website is at https://atokeeffes.com/

[November 19 update: Universal Hub reports that A.T. O'Keeffe's will be an upscale farm-to-table restaurant, and that the name is tentative for now; they had also considered keeping the McGreevy's name, but that ended up not happening because of complications concerning the ownership of the name.]

[March 21, 2022 update: A tweet from @Bo_Dubya indicates that A.T. O'Keeffe's is now open (and the kitchen apparently opens sometime this week), with the website for the place confirming that it has indeed debuted.]

[Earlier Article]
McGreevy's in Boston's Back Bay Has Closed

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Oliveira's in Everett Heavily Damaged in Fire; Reopening in New Location

A popular Brazilian steakhouse north of Boston has been hit by a fire, and it is not know when it might reopen again.

According to a post from NBC Boston, the building in Everett that houses Oliveira's Steak Bar & Grill suffered major damage in a fire early yesterday, with firefighters from a number of nearby communities helping put the blaze out. No injuries were reported, though a number of residents who live in the Broadway structure have been displaced.

In a video within the post, Oliveira's owner Wilton Rangel says, "That's my life here. I worked for 13 years to get this and it's burned down....I know insurance is going to pay, but my restaurant is going to stay closed for a while and I don't know when it will reopen."

The cause of the fire remains unknown.

[December 9 update: The website for Oliveira's mentions that it will be moving to a new space at 158 School Street, which is in the downtown area of Everett a short distance south of its old location. The site has also posted a video stating that donations are being accepted for those displaced by the fire, including new clothes, food, gift cards, and financial contributions, all of which can be dropped off at City Hall.]

[January 25, 2022 update: A poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page states (via a post on Boston’s Wicked North Shore Facebook page) that Oliveira's is now open on School Street, with an Instagram post from the restaurant confirming this.]

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Eva Is Replacing Cafeteria in Boston's Back Bay

A Back Bay restaurant that closed down last fall is returning, though it will be rebranded.

According to an article from Universal Hub, George Aboujaoude, who was the owner of Cafeteria on Newbury Street, is reopening the place with a similar concept though with a new name and some additional seating. The Boston Licensing Board listened to the plans yesterday and has agreed to defer taking any action on changing the license of the restaurant (which would need to be done because of the extra seating) until sometime after November 12 when Aboujaoude is slated to talk with the Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay about his plans.

Cafeteria shut down late last year after being in business for approximately 13 years; the restaurant was known in part for its comfort food dishes, including fried calamari, burgers, meatloaf, pizza, macaroni and cheese, and hanger steak.

The address for the former Cafeteria space is 279a Newbury Street, Boston, MA, 02115.

[January 28, 2022 update: Eater Boston states that Cafeteria is being rebranded as Eva, with the place having a new look and menu as well, though some items from Cafeteria will continue to be offered. (The menu will focus on modern American food and cocktails.)]

[April 23, 2022 update: Eater Boston mentions that Eva is now open for dinner service.] 

[Earlier Article]
Cafeteria in Boston's Back Bay Has Closed

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BISq in Cambridge's Inman Square Has Closed

A popular restaurant and wine bar in Cambridge has shut down for good.

According to a source, BISq in Inman Square is no longer in business, with a phone call placed to the Cambridge Street spot confirming this, saying that it has indeed closed down permanently. We have been told by our source that their closing may have been due to a lease issue, but this has not been completely confirmed as of yet; if we find out any additional information on this, we will post an update here.

BISq first opened in 2015, being a sibling to the now-closed Bergamot (and FAB, which took over the Bergamot space) in Somerville, featuring small plates, craft beer, wine, and liqueurs.

The address for the now-closed BISq was 1071 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139.

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Condesa Restaurante Mexicano Opens at Arsenal Yards in Watertown

A few years ago, it was reported that a Mexican restaurant with roots in Rhode Island would be coming to a new development by the Charles River. Now we have learned that it has debuted.

According to a source (Sarah Wu), Condesa Restaurante Mexicano is now open at Arsenal Yards in Watertown, joining two other locations in Smithfield and West Warwick. Based on its other restaurants, expect the new outlet to offer such items as ceviche, tacos, burritos, enchiliadas, chile relleno, quesadillas, carne asada, and more, along with margaritas and a wide variety of tequilas.

In addition to the three locations of Condesa Restaurante Mexicano, a fourth is also being planned for Maynard, according to its website.

The address for the new location of Condesa Restaurante Mexicano in Watertown is 80 Arsenal Yards Boulevard, Watertown, MA, 02472. The website for all locations can be found at http://www.condesarestaurant.com/

[Earlier Article]
Condesa Restaurante Mexicano Plans to Open New Location at Arsenal Yards

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In House Cafe Plans to Open within the Weinberg House in Brighton

A dining spot with a familiar name is on its way to Brighton, and it will reside within a senior living complex that focuses on supportive and affordable housing.

Based on information from an email and a phone call, In House Cafe is getting ready to open on the ground floor of the Weinberg House on Chestnut Hill Avenue, with the eatery offering affordable dine-in and to-go options while also including an area with outdoor seating along with lobby seating indoors. The dining spot is being seen as a connector space between the residents of the campus (which is part of the 2Life Communities organization) and the public, being an "open and welcoming space" for both diners outside of the complex and those who live there.

The restaurant will be run by Ahmed Dairy, who was behind the now-closed eatery by the same name in Allston.

The address for the upcoming In House Cafe in Brighton is 132 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton, MA, 02135.

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Santouka to Open in Maruichi Food Court in Brookline's Coolidge Corner

A chain of ramen shops with two locations in the Boston area will be opening a third, and this one will be located within a food court.

According to a source, Santouka is planning to open in Brookline, moving into the food court inside Maruichi on Harvard Street in Coolidge Corner. Once it opens, the new outlet of Santouka (which is also known as Hokkaido Ramen Santouka) will join others in Boston's Back Bay and Cambridge's Harvard Square along with a number of locations in Canada and Asia, including Japan, where the company is based.

The address for the upcoming location of Santouka (and Maruichi) is 299 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA, 02446. The website for Santouka can be found at https://santouka-usa.com/

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Toast! All Day to Expand to Boston

It looks like an award-winning group of restaurants based in the Southeast may be on its way to the local area.

Based on information from a source, the Charleston Hospitality Group is planning to expand to Boston, with a post from the mountpleasantchamber.org site mentioning that Toast! All Day is opening somewhere in the city, saying that it is "now proudly a national franchise with 5 locations in Charleston with Savannah, Greenville, Atlanta, Miami and Boston opening 2021/2022." According to the restaurant's website, Toast! All Day has been "hailed as a must-eat by the NY Times" and "awarded the 2021 Top 25 Best Brunches in the US by Tripadvisor."

The menu for Toast! All Day includes such items as deviled eggs, beignets, spinach oyster benedict, brioche French toast, sweet tea chicken biscuits, shrimp and grits, country ham, a fried green tomato BLT, po-boys, grilled meatloaf, and flounder. Its website can be found at https://toastallday.com/

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Update: Mary Ann's Could Be Rebranded as New Restaurant and Bar in Allston

[Ed note: This article was updated on November 3 to reflect the fact that this is apparently more of a license/location transfer and a rebranding than a true move.]

A now-closed dive bar that catered in part to students could be returning in some form, though to a new location.

According to an article from Universal Hub, a license transfer is being proposed where the license of Mary Ann's from Beacon Street in Brighton's Cleveland Circle area would go to a space on Franklin Street near where it meets Cambridge Street. The post mentions that City Realty, which has been buying a number of local bars of late including Mary Ann's, is behind the plans, with a licensing board hearing slated to look at it on Wednesday, November 3.

As stated earlier here, the old Mary Ann's space is supposed to be taken over by a dispensary.

The address being looked at is 4-8 Franklin Street, Allston, MA, 02134.

[November 3 update: A new article from Universal Hub indicates that, according to attorney Michael Ford, this would be a "total rebranding," with the spot being called Allston Hall, a tavern that offers small plates and is meant to appeal to "a wider group of patrons" than that of the old Mary Ann's.]

[Earlier Articles]
Is Mary Ann's in Brighton's Cleveland Circle Being Replaced By a Dispensary?
Dispensary Given Approval to Replace Mary Ann's in Brighton's Cleveland Circle

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