Boston Restaurant Talk: May 2024

Friday, May 31, 2024

La Piñata Replaces Mexicali Sushi Bar in East Boston

A brand new Mexican restaurant has come to East Boston, replacing a Mexican-Japanese spot that was apparently under the same ownership.

According to Bessie King of Village Mexico in Boston (who posted about it within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page), La Piñata is now up and running on Sumner Street in Maverick Square, opening where Mexicali Sushi Bar had been. An earlier Universal Hub article indicates that this is a name and concept change, while the menu shows such options as tortas, quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, and tostadas, and it appears that some sushi options remain in place as well.

Mexicali Sushi Bar first opened in early 2020.

The address for La Piñata is 199 Sumner Street, East Boston, MA, 02128. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/la_pinata_cocina_mexicana/

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Kokoro Craft Udon Opens in Andover

A brand new Japanese restaurant has debuted in the Merrimack Valley.

According to a source, Kokoro Craft Udon is now open in Andover, with an earlier article from The Phillipian indicating that it has moved into the space on Post Office Avenue in the center of town that had been home to Gati Thai Bistro. The new dining spot offers both chilled and hot udon dishes, while Gati Thai Bistro will live on via online takeout/delivery within the nearby Thai Sweet Basil in the Shawsheen Plaza on N Main Street.

The address for Kokoro Craft Udon is 12 Post Office Avenue, Andover, MA, 01810. Its website can be found at https://kokorocraftudon.com/

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Update: IHOP in Quincy Has Closed, Will Reopen in New Space Nearby

[Ed note: This article was updated on June 13 to reflect the fact that the restaurant will be reopening in a new space.]

Last summer, it was reported that one of a handful of pancake house locations in the Greater Boston area was slated to be torn down to make room for new development, and now we have learned that it has shuttered.

According to a source, IHOP in Quincy has closed and is being cleared out, though the website for the chain continues to have the location up. The closure of the Parkingway restaurant means that the only remaining locations on the South Shore are in Braintree an Plymouth, with a handful of other locations being found elsewhere in the Greater Boston area.

The address for the now-closed IHOP in Quincy was 115 Parkingway, Quincy, MA, 02169. The website for the chain is at https://restaurants.ihop.com/

[June 13 update: According to a Patriot Ledger article, IHOP is planning to reopen at 181-191 Parkingway, which is about a block south of its former location.]

[Earlier Article]
IHOP in Quincy to Be Taken by Eminent Domain, Will Be Demolished

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Shake Shack Opens in Wellesley

Last summer, it was reported that a growing chain of burger spots was planning to open a new location in the western suburbs of Boston, and now we have learned that it has debuted.

An article from The Swellesley Report indicates that Shake Shack is now open in Wellesley, and as mentioned in an earlier article, it has taken over the former GAP space on Central Street in Wellesley Square. The new outlet joins a number of other locations in the Greater Boston area, including ones nearby in Chestnut Hill and Dedham.

The address for the new location of Shake Shack in Wellesley is 74 Central Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482. The website for the chain is at https://shakeshack.com/

[Earlier Article]
Shake Shack Plans to Open in Wellesley Square

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Thursday, May 30, 2024

The Blarney Stone in Dorchester Is Closing

A longtime dining and drinking spot that has transformed from an Irish pub to a neighborhood restaurant and bar over the years may be making way for a new place.

According to a licensing board hearing page within the city's website, The Blarney Stone in Dorchester's Field Corner area has petitioned to transfer its license to Jodayaanfre, Inc., which would be running a new spot called Acapella's within the Dorchester Avenue space. The notice mentions that the proposed spot would have Yancarlo Fernandez as the manager and that the space would include a seasonal outdoor patio, though no other information has been given as of yet.

According to a message sent from Adam Gaffin of Universal Hub, The Blarney Stone dates back to the 1960s, with the website for the place saying that it was "originally, the first bar in America to sell draught Guinness."

The address for The Blarney Stone (and the proposed Acapella's) is 1505 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA, 02122. The website for The Blarney Stone is at http://www.blarneystoneboston.com/

[July 29 update: According to a Twitter/X post from @DorchesterEsq, The Blarney Stone's last day in operation is today, with an Instagram post from the place confirming this.]

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Sally's Apizza to Open in Dorchester and Concord

[May 31 update: This article was updated to reflect the fact that a possible Burlington location is only being looked at and has not been confirmed.]

An award-winning Connecticut pizzeria that recently expanded into the Greater Boston area and is currently working on another location will also be opening two more outlets locally.

The Tables section of The Boston Globe is reporting that Sally's Apizza is planning to open new outlets in Dorchester and Concord, while the website for Sally's mentions that Burlington is being considered as well, though we have been told that this is only a "target market" that they are "actively and/or interested in exploring but...not confirmed." It looks like the two new locations are slated to debut in 2025, with the Concord location opening on Route 2 where a location of Papa Razzi had been and the Dorchester location coming to South Bay. The new outlets of the pizzeria will be joining one in Woburn which opened last December while another is coming to Boston's Seaport District sometime in 2025.

Sally's Apizza first opened in New Haven in 1938 and is one of a few pizzerias in that city--including Pepe's and Modern--that have gained national recognition for their pizza. The website for Sally's Apizza is at https://sallysapizza.com/

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Noble Castella Opens at High Street Place in Boston

A new Japanese bakery has come to a food hall in downtown Boston.

According to a press release, Noble Castella is now open at High Street Place in the city's Financial District, with the place being named after a type of sponge cake whose roots go back hundreds of years and which has both Japanese and Portuguese influences. In addition to its castella cake, the bakery also offers such options as cookies, cheesecakes, tarts, cupcakes, croissants, sandwiches, and bubble tea.

The address for Noble Castella (and High Street Place) is 100 High Street, Boston, MA, 02110. The website for the bakery is at https://www.noblecastella.com/ while its Instagram page is at https://www.instagram.com/noblecastella/

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Honeygrow Opens at Northshore Mall in Peabody

A Philadelphia-based group of dining spots specializing in stir-fry dishes has opened a third location in the Greater Boston area.

According to a press release, Honeygrow is now open at Northshore Mall in Peabody, with the new outlet joining others in Boston's Fenway and in the Seaport District along with approximately 40 others in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. In addition to a variety of stir-fry options, the restaurant also offers salads and honeybars, with all food options being customizable.

The website for Honeygrow--which started out in Philly in 2012--can be found at https://www.honeygrow.com/

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Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Jules on Devonshire Opens in Hyatt Centric Faneuil Hall Boston

A new restaurant has come to Boston, opening within a boutique hotel in the heart of the city.

According to a press release, Jules on Devonshire is now open in the Hyatt Centric Faneuil Hall Boston on Devonshire Street between State Street and Water Street, with the new spot being a modern American bistro that is open for breakfast and dinner. The menu for the restaurant includes such options as French toast sticks, salmon toast, oysters, clam chowder, wings, steak frites, chicken milanese, burgers, blackened fish tacos, and spring pea cavatelli, along with beer, wine, and cocktails.

The address for Jules on Devonshire (and the Hyatt Centric Faneuil Hall Boston) is 54 Devonshire Street, Boston, MA, 02109. The website for the restaurant can be found at https://www.julesondevon.com/

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Monday, May 27, 2024

Restaurant News for the Week Ending May 26

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between May 20 and May 26.

Headroom Opens within Trillium in Boston's Fort Point Neighborhood
A brand new hi-fi lounge and cocktail bar has come to a space near the Boston waterfront, and the people behind a local brewery are running the place.
Full Story

Kyuramen Opens in Brookline
The first Boston-area location of a growing chain of ramen restaurants with roots in New York City has debuted.
Full Story

Boston Hot Dog Company in Salem Is Closing; New Concept Called Au Gratin Is Replacing It
A hot dog place on the North Shore is saying farewell, though the person behind it will be opening a new spot in its space.
Full Story

Bin 26 Enoteca in Boston's Beacon Hill Is Closing
An upscale restaurant and wine bar that is known in part for its Italian fare is shutting down.
Full Story

Tavern in the Square in Allston Has Closed
A local group of dining and drinking spots has shut down one of its locations.
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Friday, May 24, 2024

Sweeties Is Opening in the Former Jimmies Cafe Space in Roslindale

A new ice cream shop could be coming to a Boston neighborhood, taking over the space where another ice cream shop had been.

According to an article from Universal Hub (via a post within the Keep Roslindale Quirky Facebook group), Sweeties is planning to open in Roslindale, moving into the space on Corinth Street that had been home to Jimmies Cafe until it closed earlier this year. UH mentions that the proposed shop would feature New Zealand ice cream (soft serve blended with fresh fruit), though the plans appear to be in their early stages as owner Anika Gramsey needs to get approval for a common victualler license by the city of Boston.

Jimmies, which had been in business since 2009 until shutting down in January, was known in part for its ice cream while also offering salads, sandwiches, chicken fingers, empanadas, fries, and more.

The address for Sweeties is 48 Corinth Street, Roslindale, MA, 02131. Its website is at https://www.sweeties-social.com/ while its Instagram page is at https://www.instagram.com/sweeties_social

[June 7 update: A message from Adam Gaffin of Universal Hub indicates that Sweeties is now open in Roslindale.]

[Earlier Article]
Jimmies Cafe in Roslindale Has Closed

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New York Pizza Opens in Cambridge's Central Square

A local pair of pizzerias known in part for their late-night slices has been joined by a third location.

According to a source, New York Pizza is now open in Cambridge, moving into the space on Mass. Ave. in Central Square that had been home to ABC Pizza House. The new outlet joins others in Boston's Theatre District and South End, and it offers slices as well as whole pizzas in small, large, and extra large sizes.

The address for the new location of New York Pizza in Central Square is 744 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139. The website for all locations can be found at https://newyorkpizzaboston.com/

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Thursday, May 23, 2024

Tatte Bakery & Cafe Is Opening Locations in Burlington and Lexington

A growing group of bakeries and cafes continues to make plans to further expand into the Greater Boston area, with at least two more possibly coming to the northwest suburbs.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Tatte Bakery & Cafe is planning to open in Burlington and Lexington, with a Daily Times Chronicle article indicating that the former could be opening in a section of the old Tower Records space on the Middlesex Turnpike while a photo posted by the source indicates that the latter could open in the former Bertucci's space on Mass. Ave. The proposed openings of these outlets come on the heels of Tatte opening locations in Arlington and Belmont last year, while a number of others can be found throughout the region.

The website for Tatte can be found at https://tattebakery.com/

[August 29 update: According to a source, Tatte is now open in Lexington.]

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Headroom Opens within Trillium in Boston's Fort Point Neighborhood

A brand new "hi-fi lounge" and cocktail bar has come to a space near the Boston waterfront, and the people behind a local brewery are running the place.

According to a press release, Headroom is now open in the city's Fort Point neighborhood, moving into the second-floor space above Trillium on Thomson Place. The new spot includes "thousands" of vinyl LPs featuring a variety of genres, which patrons can listen to over cocktails (including non-alcoholic versions) and Trillium beers, along with such food items as deviled eggs, parsnip latkes, spring lamb, a cherry sorbet bowl, chocolate cake, and more.

In addition to Trillium's Fort Point location, the beermaker also has locations in the Fenway and in Canton, along with a seasonal beer garden on the Greenway in downtown Boston.

The address for Headroom (and Trillium Fort Point) is 50 Thomson Place, Boston, MA, 02210. Its website can be found at https://headroomhifi.com/

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Kyuramen Opens in Brookline

In the fall of 2022, it was reported that a growing chain of ramen restaurants with roots in New York City would be expanding to the Greater Boston area, and now we have learned that its first location in the region has debuted.

According to a press release, Kyuramen is now open in Brookline, moving into a space on Beacon Street just west of the Boston line that is part of a development that will include several new dining options including the recently-opened Kyo Matcha. The new location of Kyuramen includes 71 seats indoors, a 10-seat noodle bar, a patio with seating for 26, and multiple private dining rooms, and its menu includes a variety of ramen options along with gyoza, chilled tofu, lobster and chashu salad balls, popcorn chicken, and more.

Kyuramen, which first started out in 2014, is also looking to open an outlet in Winchester, though it isn't known when that one might debut.

The address for Kyuramen in Brookline is 1008A Beacon Street, Brookline, MA, 02446. The website for the chain is at https://www.kyuramen.com/

[Earlier Article]
Kyuramen Plans to Open in Brookline

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Boston Hot Dog Company in Salem Is Closing; New Concept Called Au Gratin Is Replacing It

A hot dog place on the North Shore is saying farewell, though the person behind it will be opening a new spot in its space.

According to a source, Boston Hot Dog Company in Salem is getting ready to shut down, with a Facebook post from Mike Denk of the Washington Street eatery saying the following:

Boston Hot Dog will be closing its doors after Memorial Day....But with every ending comes a new beginning, and here's the sweet part: we will be undergoing renovations to bring something new to the neighborhood! Our new place will feature a scratch -made menu inspired by a love of cheese, a completely updated kitchen, and comfy seating....Get ready to enjoy the best Paninis and Mac & Cheeses you've ever had....we look forward to welcoming you to our new spot, AU GRATIN....And don't worry-you can still find a Chicago or Chili Cheese dog on our new menu!

Boston Hot Dog Company first opened approximately 20 years ago, with Denk taking ownership of the place in 2020.

The address for Boston Hot Dog Company (and the upcoming Au Gratin) is 60 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970.

[May 31 update: A check on its social media confirms that Boston Hot Dog Company has closed.]

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Bin 26 Enoteca in Boston's Beacon Hill Is Closing

An upscale restaurant and wine bar in Beacon Hill that is known in part for its Italian fare is shutting down.

According to an article from the Beacon Hill Times, Bin 26 Enoteca on Charles Street is closing its doors, with a note within the website of the dining spot saying the following:

After 18 years of serving guests we are opening our doors Saturday June 1st for the final time. Please join us in this moment of transition for both us and our many dear and cherished regulars alike. After a 4 decade long career, Azita Bina-Seibel is retiring to spend more time traveling the world and with loved ones and friends. We look forward to celebrating with you over this next month. Please email us any inquiries or come walk in for a seat at the bar. A deep thank you to all our many devoted regulars, and guests who have patronized Bina family hospitality group restaurants for 4 decades.

In addition to Bin 26 Enoteca, Azita Bina-Seibel and Babak Bina's Bina Family Hospitality group also runs JM Curley, Bogies place, and The Wigshop.

The address for Bin 26 Enoteca is 26 Charles Street, Boston, MA, 02114. Its website can be found at https://www.bin26.com/

[May 30 update: A licensing board hearing page within the City of Boston website indicates that Zurito is planning to open in the space where Bin 26 Enoteca currently resides, and that Nader Asgari-Tari (who is a managing partner at Bin 26 Enoteca) is the manager listed; in addition, a source tells us (via a page within corp.sec.state.ma.us) that Jamie Bissonette and BCB3 Hospitality LLC may have a connection to the proposed spot.]

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Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Pho Station Is Opening in Wellesley Hills

A new Vietnamese restaurant is planning to open in the western suburbs of Boston.

Kiat Cormier of the ChewOnThis Facebook group page is reporting (via an earlier article from The Swellesley Report) that Pho Station is looking to open in Wellesley Hills, moving into a space on Washington Street across from the commuter rail station that had been home to CrepeBerry restaurant. The post from The Swellesley Report mentions that the upcoming eatery will have 24 seats and the space may also be used for cooking classes and cultural nights as well, while a new article indicates that it could be opening within the next few weeks.

The address for Pho Station is 352 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481.

[July 16 update: A new article within the Swellesley Report indicates that Pho Station is now open.]

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Thaiger Den Is Opening in Malden

A new upscale restaurant is opening a few miles north of Boston, and it has a connection to a nearby dining spot.

According to a source, Thaiger Den is planning to open in Malden, moving into the space on Pleasant Street that had been home to Spicy World. We have been told that the upcoming place will be a "high-end" restaurant and that the people behind Crying Thaiger, a Thai eatery on Ferry Street, will be opening the spot.

If all goes as planned, Thaiger Den could be opening a bit later this year.

The address for Thaiger Den is 157 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA, 02148. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/thaiger_den/

[October 24: According to multiple sources, Thaiger Den is now open, with its menu including such items as chicken chowder, massaman pot pie, crab curry, slow-cooked pork belly, coconut curry noodle soup, steamed branzino, and more.]

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Monday, May 20, 2024

Tavern in the Square in Allston Has Closed

A local group of dining and drinking spots has shut down one of its locations.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page from over the weekend, Tavern in the Square in Allston was either closed or getting ready to close, with an Instagram post from the business confirming that the Brighton Avenue outlet was indeed no longer in business, saying the following:

We have the unfortunate news to share that we are officially closed....We are happy to be apart of all your crazy memories....We want to firstly thank our hard working managers, servers, bartenders, kitchen crew, DJs, and door staff that made this location the place to be. We want to thank the endless support from our loyal guests, sports fans, and club room legends. End of an era, but forever in your memories

The Allston location of Tavern in the Square first opened in 2010 in the former Kells space.

A number of other locations of Tavern in the Square can be found in the local area, including in North Station and South Station, Burlington, Dedham, Littleton, Lowell, Shrewsbury, Tyngsborough, Woburn, and Wrentham, with another one soon coming to Weymouth.

The address for the now-closed Tavern in the Square in Allston was 161 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134. The website for all locations can be found at https://www.taverninthesquare.com/

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Spice Art Opens in the Former Fit Fuel Cafe Space in Canton

A new Indian restaurant has come to the southern suburbs of Boston, moving into a space where a cafe had been.

According to a source (Jeremy Krantz), Spice Art - The Taste of India has opened in Canton, taking over the former Fit Fuel Cafe space on Washington Street in the center of town. The new eatery seems to be geared more toward takeout though there is some limited seating, and its Facebook page shows a menu that includes such options as naan, paratha, samosas, pakoras, chicken tikka masala, biryani, vindaloo, saag, korma, kadai, and more.

Fit Fuel Cafe first opened in 2018, offering such options as grain bowls, sandwiches, toasts, salads, and more.

The address for Indian Spice is 588 Washington Street, Canton, MA, 02021.

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Sunday, May 19, 2024

Restaurant News for the Week Ending May 19

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between May 13 and May 19.

Jadu Plans to Open Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant in Jamaica Plain
A local business that has been focusing on wine-based popups is planning to open its very own brick-and-mortar location.
Full Story

The Wheelhouse Diner in North Quincy Is Closing
A diner just south of Boston that has been around since the 1940s is closing its doors.
Full Story

La Padrona Opens in Boston's Back Bay
A new hotel restaurant that is the latest spot from a local hospitality group is now open, approximately a year after its plans were first announced.
Full Story

Small Victories Opens in South Boston
A new dining and drinking spot from the person behind an East Boston whiskey bar has opened in Southie.
Full Story

Tall Order to Open in the Former Thirsty Scholar Space in Somerville
A new cocktail bar and restaurant is replacing a popular Irish pub that recently closed.
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Friday, May 17, 2024

Luxor Cafe Is Replacing Roust in Cambridge's Harvard Square

A new coffee shop is replacing a cafe in Cambridge, and the space had previously been the flagship location of a local group of sandwich/coffee shops.

According to an article in Cambridge Day, Luxor Cafe is looking to open in Harvard Square, taking over the space on Mt Auburn Street that has been home to Roust, and which had previously been home to a location of Darwin's. The post mentions that Abdelrahman Hassan--who will run the new spot--wishes to have a concept similar to Roust though with additions to the menu and expanded hours, while also telling the licensing commission that "I'm trying to kind of return back to what Darwin was....The way it is right now, it's a smaller operation. [Valentin Terteliu Hefco] has done amazing at Roust. I'm just trying to extend it out a little bit."

Roust first opened in early 2023, a short time after all four locations of Darwin's in Cambridge closed.

The address for Luxor Cafe (and Roust) is 148 Mt Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138. The Instagram page for Luxor Cafe is at https://www.instagram.com/luxorcafee/

[July 8 update: A message sent by Leah Klein of City Living Boston mentions that Luxor Cafe is now open.]

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Gong Cha Opening Locations in Boston's West End/Beacon Hill and at South Station

A growing chain of bubble tea shops is expanding further into the Boston area, opening a couple of new outlets in the heart of the city.

According to its website, Gong Cha is planning to open locations on Cambridge Street in the West End/Beacon Hill area and at South Station, joining a number of others in the region including ones nearby in Chinatown, the Back Bay, and by Northeastern University. Based on the other locations, expect to see such options as bubble tea, slush, and other tea beverages at the new shops.

The website for Gong Cha (which first started out in Taiwan in 2006) can be found at https://www.gongchausa.com/

[July 9 update: According to its website, the West End/Beacon Hill and South Station locations of Gong Cha are now open.]

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Jadu Is Opening a Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant in Jamaica Plain

A local business that has been focusing on wine-based popups is planning to open its very own brick-and-mortar location.

A message sent by Leah Klein of City Living Boston mentions that Jadu is looking to open in Jamaica Plain, moving into the space on Centre Street that has been home to Espresso Yourself since 2017. An Instagram post from Jadu gives more information, saying the following:

We will be closing the shop down for renovations soonish (exact date TBD), and then re-opening as Jadu — a coffee shop by day, and (liquor license pending) wine bar by night!...Maya, a JP resident herself, will take Jadu into its brick and mortar era....Gabby is going to continue to run the pop ups you know and love, under the name First Crush. Expect more wine parties, wine dinners, tastings, and some new concepts and formats....We have had the BEST time running Jadu together over the past year and a half, and will continue to collaborate and champion each other as we enter this new chapter!

Jadu got its start doing popups early last year in restaurants, bakeries, wine shops, and elsewhere in and around Boston.

The address for the brick-and-mortar location of Jadu is 767 Centre Street, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130. The website for the business is at https://www.jaduboston.com/

[December 17 update: A poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page indicates that Jadu is now open for coffee, breakfast, and lunch in its new Jamaica Plain space, with the evening wine bar debuting soon.]

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Thursday, May 16, 2024

Spring Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns Opens in Boston's Fenway Neighborhood

A new Chinese dining spot that focuses on dumplings has opened in Boston.

According to a poster (Geoff Wong) within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Spring Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns is now open in the Fenway neighborhood of the city, moving into a space on Peterborough Street near the Kilmarnock Street intersection. The Toast site shows such items as pan-friend buns, wonton soup, noodle soup at the new spot, which appears to be open for lunch and dinner six days a week (they are closed on Tuesdays).

The address for Spring Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns is 90 Peterborough Street, Boston, MA, 02215.

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The Wheelhouse Diner in North Quincy Is Closing

A diner just south of Boston that has been around since the 1940s is closing its doors.

According to multiple sources, the Wheelhouse Diner in North Quincy is shutting down, with the news coming on the heels of a dispute between restaurant owner LeeAnn Vieira McDonough and the new landlord of the property; McDonough says the following in a Facebook post:

So today was our last court date. I know many people wanted me to fight to stay here as long as possible and I understand this place means a lot to a great number of people. However, I have decided to close June 30th. The reality of the situation is the longer I fight this the further down the road I am pushing off the inevitable. In the meantime, the condition of the building being 80 years old is deteriorating....It is a money pit that I didn't mind spending money on when I was in it for the long haul. However, any additional money spent is now debt that I will never recover.

McDonough does hint in the note that she is looking to open a restaurant in a new location, though it isn't known if it would be another version of the Wheelhouse Diner (in the post, she states that "I do plan on moving on. You will see me again in a new location").

An article in the Patriot Ledger mentions that Ciahua Chen, who is principal of Hancock Realty Trust LLC, bought the property early last year and has been attempting to evict McDonough since last October with the pans being to put up a multistory structure with a diner on the ground floor, based on information from Helen Shiner of Shiner Group Realtors in Quincy. (Construction wouldn't start for three to five years.)

The address for the Wheelhouse Diner in North Quincy is 453 Hancock street, Quincy, MA, 02171. Its website is at https://www.wheelhousediner.com/

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Wednesday, May 15, 2024

La Padrona Opens in Boston's Back Bay

A new hotel restaurant that is the latest spot from a local hospitality group is now open, approximately a year after its plans were first announced.

According to a press release, La Padrona opens today in the Back Bay of Boston, moving into a two-level space at Raffles Boston on Trinity Place that includes a lounge on the ground floor and a dining room on the floor above. Jody Adams, Eric Papachristos, and Jon Mendez, the three of whom head up A Street Hospitality (Trade, Porto, Saloniki, The Venetian), are behind the new spot, and Amarilys Colon is the Executive Chef, with the menu featuring regional Italian dishes including pasta, seafood, cured Italian meats, artisan cheeses, and more.

The address for La Padrona (and Raffles Boston) is 40 Trinity Place, Boston, MA, 02116. The website for the restaurant is at https://www.lapadronaboston.com/

[Earlier Article]
La Padrona Plans to Open at Raffles Hotels & Residences in Boston's Back Bay

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La Siesta in Peabody Is Closing; Winthrop Location to Remain in Operation

The newer location of a pair of Mexican restaurants north of Boston is shutting down.

According to an Instagram post from the business, La Siesta in Peabody is closing its doors, with the note saying that "Owner Martin has decided to sell the restaurant so he can spend more time with his family." The post does mention that the Winthrop location will remain open, stating that "We invite you to continue to support us" at that restaurant.

The Peabody outlet of La Siesta first opened in 2018, while the original dates back to 2006.

The address for La Siesta in Peabody is 1 Main Street, Peabody, MA, 01960. The website for the business is at http://www.lasiestarestaurante.com/

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Day & Night Cereal Bar Opens in Brighton's Oak Square

Early last summer, it was reported that a group of dining spots featuring customizable cereal bowls would be expanding to a space in Boston, and now we have learned that it has opened.

According to a source, Day & Night Cereal Bar is now open in Brighton, moving into a space on Tremont Street in Oak Square. As mentioned in an earlier article here, the new spot offers go bars, bowls, and shakes with an array of cereal options along with toppings such as honey, whipped cream, sprinkles, drizzles, and gummy bears.

The address for Day & Night Cereal Bar in Oak Square is 6 Tremont Street, Brighton, MA, 02135. The website for all locations can be found at https://www.dayandnightcereal.com/ while the Instagram page for its Brighton outlet can be found at https://www.instagram.com/dayandnightboston/

[Earlier Article]
Day & Night Cereal Bar Plans to Open in Brighton

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Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Café Rossetti in Winthrop Has Been Replaced by Cafe Valenciano

A waterside Italian restaurant just north of Boston is now home to another Italian dining spot under new ownership.

According to a source, Café Rossetti in Winthrop has closed, with Facebook posts from the Winthrop Shore Drive spot saying the following:

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of Café Rossetti. For over 20 years, Café Rossetti has been sharing our family’s traditions with you all through our cuisine. We want to thank our family for joining us on this adventure and working alongside us to make our dreams come true....The chefs who have been cooking for you all for the past 15+ years at Café Rossetti did purchase the business and will be operating under a new name [Cafe Valenciano]....We wish the them the best of luck in continuing the same dedication to quality and hospitality that you've come to love.

The Facebook page does mention that locations of Rossetti Restaurant in Lynn and Beverly remain in operation, while the website for Cafe Valenciano indicates that the place will apparently remain much like the old Café Rossetti, saying that "Although the name will change, everything else will stay the same. The same love and care will stay here with us. Our chef and waitstaff will still remain as well as the menu."

The address for the now-closed Café Rossetti (and new Cafe Valenciano) is 115 Winthrop Shore Drive, Winthrop, MA, 02152. The website for Cafe Valenciano is at https://cafevalenciano.com/

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Patrick's North Shore Eatery Opens in the Former Harrison's Roast Beef Space in North Andover

A new restaurant has opened in the Merrimack Valley, and it replaces a roast beef joint that had been in business for 40 years.

According to a source, Patrick's North Shore Eatery is now open in North Andover, moving into the space on Chickering Road that had been home to Harrison's Roast Beef until it closed last September. A menu for the new spot shows such options as salads, sandwiches, sushi, and what's being called an "Original Harrisons Roast Beef."

Harrison's Roast Beef first opened in 1984, being known for its roast beef sandwiches while also offering other sandwiches, salads, and sides.

The address for Patrick's North Shore Eatery is 80 Chickering Road, North Andover, MA, 01845. Its Facebook page can be found at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551950108741

[Earlier Article]
Harrison's Roast Beef in North Andover Has Closed; Space Coming Under New Ownership

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Small Victories Opens in South Boston

A new dining and drinking spot from the person behind an East Boston whiskey bar has opened in South Boston, approximately a year after its plans were first announced.

According to its Instagram page, Small Victories is now open on Dorchester Street in Andrew Square, with Josh Weinstein of The Quiet Few in the Jeffries Point section of Eastie running the place. The menu for the new spot shows such options as oysters, empanadas, wings, pretzels, nachos, poutine, burgers, hot dogs, and beer, wine, and cocktails along with an extensive list of whiskies.

The address for Small Victories is 400 Dorchester Street, South Boston, MA, 02127. Its website is at https://www.smallvictoriesbar.com/ while its Instagram page is at https://www.instagram.com/smallvictories_southie/

[Earlier Article]
Small Victories to Open in South Boston, Has Ownership Connection to The Quiet Few in East Boston

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Le Mari Is Opening in the Former Bar à Vin 1855 Space in Boston's Back Bay

A new restaurant is on its way to Boston's Back Bay, taking over the space where a wine bar had been.

According to a post from What's Now Boston, Le Mari is planning to open on Newbury Street, moving into the former Bar à vin 1855 space between Fairfield Street and Gloucester Street. Very little is known about the upcoming spot other than the fact that Leigh Whittaker (Fox & The Knife) is behind it and that Corbett Restaurant Group (and Krista Kranyak, Broker) sold it, so keep checking back for updates.

Bar à vin 1855 first opened in the early part of 2019.

The address for Le Mari is 259 Newbury Street, Boston, MA, 02116. Its Instagram page will be at https://www.instagram.com/lemarirestaurant/

[June 4 update: According to a press release, Le Mari will be a Mediterranean-influenced spot that will include two outdoor patios. The menu will have such items as duck fat gaufrettes, cacio e pepe, steak frites, cavatelli con vongole, and more, while wine and modern takes on classic cocktails will be served. (Le Mari will initially be open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday, with lunch and brunch service following soon.)]

[July 16 update: According to a new press release, Le Mari is now open.]

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Monday, May 13, 2024

Ristorante Serena Is Opening in the Former Mitho Restaurant Space in Winchester

An Italian restaurant is planning to open in the northern suburbs of Boston, and it appears to be a move rather than a new dining spot.

According to a source, Ristorante Serena is going to be opening in Winchester, taking over the former Mitho Restaurant space on Main Street a short distance north of the center of town, with an earlier post from the Winchester News indicating this as well. We have been told that this is the same Ristorante Serena that had once been in Malden until it closed in 2022, so expect to see such options as pasta, seafood, and chicken and veal dishes.

Mitho was a Nepali eatery that first opened in the latter part of 2018, replacing Cafe Piazza Dolce; last year, it looked like another dining spot called Putarin Thai might open in its space, though that never came to be and it is not known if Putarin Thai might open elsewhere.

The address for Ristorante Serena in Winchester is 831 Main Street, Winchester, MA, 01890.

[January 22, 2025 update: According to a source, Ristorante Serena is now open in Winchester.]

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Tall Order Plans to Open in the Former Thirsty Scholar Space in Somerville

Last week, it was reported that a popular Irish pub in Somerville had shut down, and that its space was sold. Now we have learned what is moving into the space.

An email sent to us indicates that a new cocktail bar and restaurant called Tall Order will be opening in the former Thirsty Scholar space on Beacon Street, with the note saying that Daren Swisher and Joe Cammarata of the Daiquiris & Daisies cocktail bar at High Street Place in downtown Boston are behind it. The note mentions that the upcoming place will feature "classic and contemporary cocktails alongside modern American cuisine, New England-centric craft beer, and a thoughtfully curated, value driven wine list." If all goes as planned, Tall Order will open this fall.

The Thirsty Scholar first opened in the 1990s, closing temporarily in the summer of 2021 before reopening under new ownership in early 2022.

The address for the upcoming Tall Order is 70 Beacon Street, Somerville, MA, 02143. Its Instagram page is at https://www.instagram.com/tallorderbar

[March 3, 2025 update: According to a couple of Instagram stories from the place, Tall Order appears to be going through a soft opening. (Thanks to two sources for bringing this to our attention.)]

[Earlier Article]
The Thirsty Scholar in Somerville Has Closed, Space Sold

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CanalSide Food + Drink Food Hall Is Opening at CambridgeSide in East Cambridge

A new food hall is on its way to Cambridge, moving into a renovated mall along the water.

According to a source, CanalSide Food + Drink Food Hall is going to be opening at CambridgeSide in East Cambridge, with the upcoming food hall including 14 options for dining. A press release within the New England Development website mentions that the centerpiece of the space will be C-Side Bar, which will feature beer, wine, and craft cocktails and which will have Ran Duan (Baldwin Bar, Blossom Bar), Jon Rosse (Birds of Paradise), and Brahm Callahan (Grill 23 & Bar) behind it. In addition to C-Side Bar, CanalSide Food + Drink will also be home to such places as anoush’ella, Caffé Nero, Chilacates, DalMoros Fresh Pasta To Go, Fresh, InChu, Lala's Neapolitan-ish Pizza, Nu Burger, Sapporo Ramen, and Teazzi Tea Shop.

If all goes as planned, CanalSide Food + Drink Food Hall will open sometime this fall.

[October 7 update: Two additional spots for CanalSide Food + Drink Food Hall have been announced--Juicygreens and Far Out Ice Cream.]

[October 31 update: According to its web page, CanalSide Food + Drink Food Hall is now up and running.]

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Sunday, May 12, 2024

Restaurant News for the Week Ending May 12

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between May 6 and May 12.

The Layover Opens Above Cunard Tavern in East Boston
A new tropical-themed bar with views of Boston Harbor has debuted.
Full Story

The Thirsty Scholar in Somerville Has Closed, Space Sold
A longtime Irish pub that came under new ownership a couple of years ago has shut down, and its space has been sold.
Full Story

Verveine Cafe & Bakery Opens in Cambridge
A new Parisian-style dining spot has debuted.
Full Story

Amba, First Street Market to Open in Cambridge
A new restaurant and events/market space are on their way to East Cambridge.
Full Story

Citrus & Salt Is Reborn in Boston's Fort Point Neighborhood
A well-known local chef and restaurateur has opened one of his dining spots in a new location.
Full Story

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Friday, May 10, 2024

BOSA Coastal Italian Opens in Haverhill

A new restaurant has come to a riverfront location in the Merrimack Valley.

According to a press release, BOSA Coastal Italian is now open in Haverhill, moving into a space within The Heights, a luxury apartment complex on Merrimack Street in the downtown area. The dining spot, which is a new concept from Sal Lupoli and his real estate/hospitality group Lupoli Companies, focuses on Northern Italian fare along with beer, wine, and cocktails, and its menu also includes pizza as well. Bosa includes seating for 76 inside and a 54-seat patio that overlooks the river.

The address for BOSA Coastal Italian is 160 Merrimack Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830. Its website is at https://www.bosaitalian.com/

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Phinista Cafe Is Opening in Cambridge's Porter Square

It looks like the people behind a Vietnamese dining spot in Boston will be opening a new location in Cambridge.

A message sent by Leah Klein of City Living Boston mentions that Phinista Cafe is planning to open in Porter Square, with a photo showing a "coming soon" sign up in the space on Mass. Ave. that had been home to Zoe Acai Bar & Juicery. The original Phinista, which opened on Peterborough Street in the Fenway in the summer of 2020, offers such options as crepes, banh mi, rice bowls, coffee, and tea.

The address for the new location of Phinista Cafe in Porter Square is 1876 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140. The website for the business is at https://www.phinista.com/

[November 6 update: Leah Klein tells us that Phinista Cafe in Porter Square is now open.]

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Thursday, May 09, 2024

The Layover Opens Above Cunard Tavern in East Boston

A new tropical-themed bar with views of Boston Harbor has debuted.

According to a press release, The Layover is now open on the rooftop of Cunard Tavern in East Boston, with the Orleans Street bar offering mostly lighter fare and snacks such as duck spring rolls, hoisin ribs, crab rangoon, bulgogi, tempura veggies, and house fried rice along with cocktails that include a variety of rum-based drinks. The bar is open Thursday through Sunday from now through the summer.

The address for The Layover (and Cunard Tavern) is 24 Orleans Street, East Boston, MA, 02128. Its web page is at https://www.cunardtavern.com/roofdeck

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Wednesday, May 08, 2024

The Thirsty Scholar in Somerville Has Closed, Space Sold

A longtime Irish pub that came under new ownership a couple of years ago has shut down, and its space has been sold.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, The Thirsty Scholar in Somerville is no longer in business, with a Corbett Group post on Instagram indicating that its Beacon Street space is one of several "successful transactions" that they have been involved with of late. We have been told that a new concept is apparently being planned for the space, though we are still waiting on details, so stay tuned for updates.

The Thirsty Scholar, which first opened back in the 1990s, closed down temporarily in the summer of 2021 before reopening with new owners in early 2022.

The address for the now-closed Thirsty Scholar was 70 Beacon Street, Somerville, MA, 02143.

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Verveine Cafe & Bakery Opens in Cambridge

Last summer, it was reported that a new Parisian-style dining spot was coming to Cambridge, and now we have learned that it has debuted.

According to an article in The Boston Globe, Verveine Cafe & Bakery is now open on Mass. Ave. between Central Square and MIT, and as mentioned in an earlier article here, Ken Oringer (Coppa, Faccia a Faccia, Little Donkey, Toro) and Monica Glass (Clio, Gotham Bar & Grill, Le Bernardin) are behind the place. The Globe article says that the new spot has European and Asian influences, with its menu including such items as spicy chili biscuit breakfast sandwiches, kimchi egg cheddar danishes, buckwheat crepes, chicken shawarma, a Japanese shrimp katsu sandwich, and congee with Thai chicken sausage.

The address for Verveine Cafe & Bakery is 298 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139. Its website is at https://www.verveinecafe.com/

[Earlier Article]
Verveine Cafe and Bakery Plans to Open in Cambridge; Ken Oringer and Monica Glass Are Behind It

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Amba, First Street Market Opening in Cambridge

A new restaurant and events/market space are on their way to East Cambridge.

According to an article from Cambridge Day, Amba is planning to open on First Street, being part of First Street Market which will be home to local vendors and which will also have space for private and public events. The post says that Will Gilson and his Cambridge Street Hospitality Group (Puritan & Company, Cafe Beatrice, Geppetto, The Lexington) is behind the development which plans to open this summer; it looks like the restaurant will be a fast-casual spot that is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and it will offer such options as rotisserie chicken, soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries, beer, wine, cocktails, and coffee.

The address for Amba and First Street Market is 55 First Street, Cambridge, MA, 02141. Its website can be found at https://www.ambacambridge.com/

[July 17 update: According to its website, Amba soft-opens today.]

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Tuesday, May 07, 2024

Taqueria Sabor Chilango Opens in North Billerica

A brand new Mexican restaurant has come to the northern suburbs of Boston, taking over the space that had been home to a barbecue spot.

According to a source, Taqueria Sabor Chilango is now open in North Billerica, moving into the former Herby Q space on Nashua Road. The social media pages for the new eatery says that it is a "Family-Owned Authentic Mexican Restaurant" that is takeout only, with its menu including tacos, tortas, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas, breakfast dishes, and more.

Herby Q closed in late 2022 after being in business for a bit over a year.

The address for Taqueria Sabor Chilango is 240 Nashua Road, North Billerica, MA, 01862. Its Instagram page is at https://www.instagram.com/taqueriasaborchilango

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Juicygreens Opens in Boston's Financial District

A local trio of vegetarian spots have been joined by a fourth location, with this one coming to the heart of downtown Boston.

According to a press release, Juicygreens is now open in the city's Financial District, moving into a space on Summer Street just west of the Rose Kennedy Greenway and South Station. The new outlet joins others in Hub Hall by North Station, Jamaica Plain, and Assembly Row in Somerville, and it offers smoothies cold-pressed juices, salads, bowls, and more.

The address for the new location of Juicygreens in the Financial District is 125 Summer Street, Boston, MA, 02111. The website for all locations is at https://juicygreensboston.com/

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Monday, May 06, 2024

Feng's Asian Cuisine in Wakefield Has Closed

An Asian restaurant in the northern suburbs of Boston has shut down.

According to a source, Feng's Asian Cuisine in Wakefield is no longer in business with a Facebook post from the Main Street spot indicating that it closed on April 29. Feng's first opened approximately 10 years ago in the Greenwood section of town, offering mostly Chinese and Japanese fare including noodle and rice dishes, sushi, chop suey, chow mein, egg foo young, and more.

The address for the now-closed Feng's Asian Cuisine was 963 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880.

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4th & Cherry in Weymouth Landing Has Closed

A South Shore restaurant and cocktail bar has shut down after being in business for just under four years.

A check on the place indicates that 4th & Cherry in Weymouth Landing is no longer in business, with a Facebook post from the place on Friday saying the following:

As today marks 1 week since we closed 4th & Cherry, and with the bar now empty, we wanted to take a moment and give a proper thank you to a few people. First, thank you to Emily, @em_curt. She's been right there sticking it out with us for the last 3 years. Next, a very special thank you to Inga's father, brother & mother for creating and building the beautiful 4th & Cherry ceiling, hutches, and cabinets. And finally, thank you to each of you who showed up weekly and were open-minded to try the ever changing craft cocktails and crafty food.

4th & Cherry first opened in the summer of 2020, taking over the space that had previously been home to Passport. The restaurant was known in part for its craft beer selection and cocktails, along with its classic American and New American fare.

The address for the now-closed 4th & Cherry was 59 Washington Street (Route 53), Weymouth, MA, 02188.

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Citrus & Salt Is Reborn in Boston's Fort Point Neighborhood

A well-known local chef and restaurateur has opened one of his dining spots in a new location.

According to its website, Citrus & Salt is now open on A Street in Boston's Fort Point, with the restaurant moving from its former home on Berkeley Street in the Back Bay. As mentioned in an earlier article here, Jason Santos moved the dining spot--which focuses on coastal dishes from Southern California and Mexico--into the former Oak + Rowan space, which has more room than the original space.

In addition to Citrus & Salt, Santos also runs a couple of Southern-style restaurants--Buttermilk & Bourbon in the Back Bay, and Nash Bar & Stage in the Theatre District.

The new address for Citrus & Salt is 321 A Street, Boston, MA, 02210. Its website can be found at https://www.citrusandsaltboston.com/

[Earlier Article]
Jason Santos Plans to Open a Restaurant in the Former Oak + Rowan Space in Boston's Fort Point

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Sunday, May 05, 2024

Restaurant News for the Week Ending May 5

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between April 29 and May 5.

Levain Bakery to Open in Boston's Seaport District
A group of bakeries based in New York City will be opening its second location in Boston, and this one will be along the waterfront.
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Kung Fu Kitchen to Open in Brookline's Coolidge Corner
A small group of Chinese restaurants based in New York City will be expanding to the Boston area.
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Caffe Ducali to Open in Winchester
A familiar name in the North End who is behind several dining and drinking spots in the Boston area will be opening a new place in the northern suburbs.
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EVOO and Za in Cambridge's Kendall Square to Close; Arlington Location of Za to Remain Open
A pair of Cambridge restaurants that are under the same ownership are saying farewell.
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Posto to Move from Somerville's Davis Square to Assembly Row
A restaurant in Somerville that is known in part for its pizza is moving to another section of the city.
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[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]

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