Boston Restaurant Talk: March 2026

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Sunflower Organic Pizza to Open in Burlington

A new pizzeria is on its way to the northern suburbs of Boston.

According to an article from the Daily Times Chronicle, Sunflower Organic Pizza is going to be opening in Burlington, moving into a space on Wheeler Road just south of the Middlesex Turnpike/Route 128 intersection that had once been the site of Tweeter, Ski Haus, and GOLFTEC. The article mentions that the dining spot will offer pizzas made with fresh, sustainably-sourced ingredients including organic dough, fresh vegetables, and high-quality pizza toppings.

The address for the upcoming location of Sunflower Organic Pizza in Burlington is 1 Wheeler Road, Burlington, MA, 01803.

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Neighborhood Tavern in Northborough to Expand, Opening a New Location in Salem

A dining and drinking spot in Central Massachusetts is going to be expanding to the North Shore.

According to a Bluesky post from @l1samak.bsky.social, the Neighborhood Tavern in Northborough is going to be joined by another location in Salem, taking over the space on Washington Street that had been home to The Derby Restaurant & Bar. Once it opens, expect to see such items as fried pickles, wings, tenders, nachos, burgers, steak tips, fish and chips, roasted chicken, tacos, macaroni and cheese, and more, along with beer, wine, and cocktails.

The address for the upcoming Neighborhood Tavern in Salem is 189 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970. The website for the business is at https://theneighborhoodtavern.com/

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The Brass Tap Opens in Framingham's Nobscot Village

Last spring, it was reported that a growing chain of beer bars would open its first New England location in the western suburbs of Boston, and now we have learned that it is up and running.

According to Kiat Cormier of ChewOnThis, The Brass Tap is now open in Framingham, moving into a space on Water Street in Nobscot Village. A Facebook post from the business indicates that the new location is having its soft opening Monday and Tuesday of this week, with full hours beginning on Wednesday, and as mentioned in an earlier article, the place offers beer options from local breweries (including 60 taps), classic American fare and comfort food, and cocktails and wine.

The Brass Tap chain got its start in Florida, opening its first location in Wesley Chapel in 2008.

The address for the The Brass Tap Craft Beer Bar in Framingham is 770 Water Street, Framingham, MA, 01701. The website for the chain is at https://www.brasstapbeerbar.com/

[Earlier Article]
The Brass Tap Craft Beer Bar Plans to Open in Framingham

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Monday, March 30, 2026

Villa Mexico in Downtown Boston Is Facing Closure

A beloved Mexican restaurant in the heart of Boston is facing an uncertain future.

According to a Facebook post from the business, Villa Mexico on Water Street is being asked to close down and leave its space, with the post saying the following:

Dear friends, If you get our newsletter, you would have read that we were asked to close and vacate by today (3/30) due to owed rent. We got this news on an email on Thursday(3/26) morning. Our landlord has every legal right to do this. Since getting the email we mobilized any and all community support to ask him to let us finish the year upon payment. As of now, we were asked to clear a common area storage room and given until April 9 to close. We are still going to try to get longer. Why? For these reasons: -try to sell equipment -use that money to pay our team at least 2 week's wages since they're losing their jobs -donate existing supplies and food -close with dignity We know we owe rent. We want to pay it. We've been here 10 years, through thick and thin, and we believe (and hope) we can get this....We promise that as soon as we have more news we will update you on email and social media. In the meantime, please come eat. If you have a business, please come buy equipment. We're not ok, but right now we can't give up and cry. Our team needs us. Thank you

Villa Mexico had once been located within a gas station on Cambridge Street in Beacon Hill until closing in 2013; the dining spot reopened in its current space three years later. The restaurant has received much praise over the years, including "best of" awards from such publications as Boston Magazine and Time Out.

The address for Villa Mexico is 121 Water Street, Boston, MA, 02109. Its website is at https://www.villamexicocafe.us/

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Restaurant News for the Week Ending March 29, 2026

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between March 23, 2026, and March 29, 2026.

Kyuramen to Expand, Opening a New Location in Burlington
A chain of ramen restaurants with roots in New York City is expanding to a new space, with this one being in the northern suburbs.
Full Story

Peach Farm in Boston's Chinatown to Undergo an Ownership Change
It looks like one of Boston's best-known Chinese restaurants will soon be under new ownership.
Full Story

Matsunori Handroll Bar to Open in Lynnfield
A restaurant in Boston that features a type of handheld sushi is going to be expanding to the suburbs.
Full Story

El Sarape in Weymouth Landing Is Closing
An award-winning Mexican restaurant that has been around for a long time is shutting down.
Full Story

CeCarré Pizza and Provisions Opens at the Prudential Center in Boston's Back Bay
A new pizza spot has come to Boston, and it takes over the space where another pizzeria had been until shuttering as it gets ready to make a move.
Full Story

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Sysco Announces Plan to Buy Restaurant Depot

The country's top food distributor is planning to purchase a foodservice supplier that is used by independent restaurants--and which has several locations in the Greater Boston area.

According to an article from CNBC, Sysco has struck a deal to buy Restaurant Depot for $29 billion (including debt), with Sysco CEO Kevin Hourican saying "Sysco and Jetro Restaurant Depot will enhance value for small independent restaurants and the consumers they serve by expanding access to more affordable, fresh food products and delivering more choice and convenience." Restaurant Depot, whose wholesale cash‑and‑carry model allows customers to pay upfront for food, drink, and other products, has warehouse outlets locally in Andover, Avon, Everett, Milford, and Needham.

It appears that if the deal is approved by regulators, Restaurant Depot would continue to operate independently, according to Hoodline.

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Friday, March 27, 2026

Kyuramen to Expand, Opening a New Location in Burlington

A chain of ramen restaurants with roots in New York City is expanding to a new space, with this one being in the northern suburbs.

According to an article from What Now Boston, Kyuramen is planning to open in Burlington, moving into a space on Wheeler Road just south of the Middlesex Turnpike/Route 128 intersection that had once been the site of Tweeter, Ski Haus, and GOLFTEC. The article mentions that the new location of the restaurant will have more of an upscale feel than the one in Brookline, including a "party room" and an expanded drink menu--and it will also share its space with a Japanese restaurant that is well-known in New York, though no name has been given as of yet. (Another location of Kyuramen can be found in Winchester.)

Kyuramen, which first started out in 2014, is headquartered in the Flushing section of Queens.

The address for the upcoming location of Kyuramen in Burlington is 1 Wheeler Road, Burlington, MA, 01803. The website for the business is at https://www.kyuramen.com/

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Nakhon Has Replaced Rice Away Thai Express in Brighton

A couple of months ago, it was reported that a Thai restaurant that was known for its buffet had closed, and now we have learned that the people behind it have converted the place into another type of Thai spot.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Nakhon is now open in Brighton, replacing Rice Away Thai Express on Washington Street. The new restaurant features Southern Thai halal cuisine, as was first mentioned by Boston Magazine (which states that it debuted last month). Some of the items on the menu include curry pancakes, steamed shrimp and chicken dumplings, curry rice and spicy and sour sauce, ground chicken and shrimp in chili paste, fried whole striped bass fish, a spicy and sour beef stew, crab meat in coconut curry, and turmeric chicken soup, crispy, duck, drunken noodle, and squid ink fried rice.

The address for Nakhon is 296 Washington Street, Brighton, MA, 02135. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/nakhonboston

[Earlier Article]
Rice Away Thai Express in Brighton Has Closed

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J & B Butcher in Stoneham Has Closed

One of a trio of butcher shops--and its closest one to Boston--has shut down.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, J & B Butcher in Stoneham is no longer in operation, with an Instagram post from the business saying the following:

With grateful hearts, we're announcing that our Stoneham location has permanently closed. We are so thankful for every customer who supported us over the years--you meant the world to us.

The note does say that locations in Tewksbury and East Hampstead, NH remain open for business, and all gift certificates will be honored at both locations.

The address for the now-closed J & B Butcher in Stoneham was 3 Central Street, Stoneham, MA, 02180. The website for the other locations is at https://www.jandbbutcher.com/

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Peach Farm in Boston's Chinatown to Undergo an Ownership Change

It looks like one of Boston's best-known Chinese restaurants will soon be under new ownership.

According to a Facebook post from the business, the current owners of Peach Farm in Chinatown are saying farewell, with the post saying the following:

It's been a great run of 31 years. All good things have come to an end, and this will most likely be the last month of us running Peach Farm Restaurant. We want to send a huge thank you for those who supported us through the ups and downs, especially through the crucial time during COVID. We also want to thank all the people that have worked for us throughout all the years. This is a bittersweet moment for us, but it's for the best. Let's make the last week or two left special. Hope to see all the familiar faces beforehand. Thank you again for the unconditional support that you have for us.

There has been chatter on social media platforms that Peach Farm is closing, but Adam Gaffin from Universal Hub shared with us an earlier voting hearing agenda page mentioning that Peach Farm, Inc. petitioned to transfer the license to Peach Farm Boston, LLC, keeping the restaurant name the same while the new manager listed is Washan Ching (Adam tells us that the Licensing Board did approve the sale on March 5).

Peach Farm has received countless accolades over the years, including getting a Best of Boston award from Boston Magazine in 2023 and a Legacy Business Award from Mayor Wu and the City of Boston in 2025.

The address for Peach Farm in Chinatown is 4 Tyler Street, Boston, MA, 02111. Its website can be found at https://www.peachfarmseafood.com/

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

Matsunori Handroll Bar to Open in Lynnfield

A restaurant in Boston that features a type of handheld sushi is going to be expanding to the suburbs.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Matsunori Handroll Bar is planning to open at an as-of-yet undisclosed space in Lynnfield, with this being confirmed by the social media for the business. Once it opens, the new location will join the original on Beacon Street in the Audubon Circle area, and based on that location, a variety of handrolls featuring such possible ingredients as tuna, salmon, cod, eel, shrimp, crab, scallops, and wagyu will be offered.

The original Matsunori Handroll Bar first opened in Boston in the early part of 2023. Its website can be found at https://matsunori-handroll-bar.menu-world.com/

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Ramen Haven in Berlin Is Expanding, Opening a New Location in Sudbury

A ramen spot west of Boston will be expanding to a space a bit closer to the city.

According to an article from What Now Boston, Ramen Haven in Berlin is planning to open a new location in Sudbury, moving into a space within the Meadow Walk mixed-use development on Route 20. The article mentions that a variety of ramen options will be offered, including new ramen options within its expanded menu such as Lobster Ramen and Uni Ramen, while other items will include gyoza, edamame, Wagyu rice bowls, tiramisu, matcha crepe cake, milk teas, and fruit slushes.

If all goes as planned, the new location of Ramen Haven will open on May 1.

The address for the upcoming Ramen Haven in Sudbury is 530 A Boston Post Road (Route 20), Sudbury, MA, 01778. The website for the business is at https://ramenhavensudbury.toast.site/

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Comella's in Melrose Has Closed

A location of a local chain of Italian dining spots has shut down.

According to a MassLive article, Comella's in Melrose is no longer in business, as the Main Street eatery shuttered permanently on March 20. The article quotes a spokesperson as saying that "This was a franchisee-level decision following operational and financial challenges specific to that franchisee's experience" while also stating that "Comella's continues to operate successfully across our other locations, and we remain committed to serving our customers and communities." Locations of the chain in Belmont, Concord, Hingham, Natick, Needham, Newton, Wellesley, West Roxbury, Westwood, and Winchester remain in operation.

Comella's first started out in Wellesley back in 1988.

The address for the now-closed Comella's in Melrose was 478A Main Street, Melrose, MA, 02176. The website for the business is at https://www.comellasrestaurants.com/

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Howie's Bar and Vincent's Kitchen Plans to Open in Wakefield

A brand new Asian restaurant is on its way to the northern suburbs of Boston.

According to a source, Howie's Bar and Vincent's Kitchen is planning to open in Wakefield, moving into a space on Main Street in the Greenwood section of town. Our source mentions that the proposed dining spot will focus on Asian fusion (including dishes with Japanese and Chinese influences), with sushi possibly being included among the offerings.

The address for the upcoming Howie's Bar and Vincent's Kitchen is 963 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880. Its Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587544162383

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El Sarape in Weymouth Landing Is Closing

An award-winning Mexican restaurant that has been around for a long time is shutting down.

According to a source, El Sarape in Weymouth Landing is closing, with a Facebook post from the Commercial Street spot saying the following:

It is with a heavy heart, after 37 wonderful years serving the town of Braintree and our many dedicated and supportive customers, the Adame family has made the tough decision to close El Sarape. Next Saturday, April 4 will be the last day El Sarape's doors will be open. This decision was not easily made, however it is necessary. The Adame family, Javier, Guillermo, Donna, Nicole Jessica, Miguel and our staff would like to thank all of our customers, new and old for their patronage....We appreciate each and every one of you more than you will ever know. El sarape has always been and will always be a family

El Sarape has received high praise over the years, including once being picked by USA Today and Zagat in an article mentioning the restaurants with the best Mexican food in 20 cities while The Daily Meal also once wrote that it was among the 50 best Mexican restaurants in America.

The address El Sarape for is 5 Commercial Street, Braintree, MA, 02184. Its website can be found at https://elsarape.com/

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Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Moon Bay Opens in Randolph

A brand new Chinese restaurant has opened in the southern suburbs of Boston.

A check on the place indicates that Moon Bay is now open in Randolph, moving into a space on Route 139 between the center of town and the Route 24 intersection. The new dining spot focuses in part on Hunan cuisine, with its menu including such options as handmade dumplings, lamb soup, stir-friend beans with eggplant, chili pepper short rib, stir-fried shredded potato, shrimp with string beans, stir-fried chicken with chili peppers, and braised pork.

The address for Moon Bay is 8 Mazzeo Drive (Route 139), Randolph, MA, 02368. Its website can be found at https://moonbay.toast.site/

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Prime-41 Is Opening in Chelmsford

A new steakhouse is in the process of opening north of Boston.

According to a Facebook post from the business, Prime-41 appears to be having a soft opening in Chelmsford, saying on March 15 that "Last night we opened our doors to the craftsmen, partners, and believers who helped turn Prime‑41 from an idea into a living, breathing experience." The post goes on to say that "soon, we get to share it with the world," though a specific grand opening date doesn't appear to have been given as of yet.

An earlier Facebook post indicates that Prime-41 has an ownership connection to Fish Bones, a seafood restaurant that is also located in Chelmsford (both reside in the center of town).

The address for Prime-41 is 41 Central Square, Chelmsford, MA, 01824. Its website can be found at https://www.prime-41.com/

[April 7 update: According to its social media, Prime-41 is now officially open.]

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Monday, March 23, 2026

CeCarré Pizza & Provisions Opens at the Prudential Center in Boston's Back Bay

A new pizza spot has come to Boston, and it takes over the space where another pizzeria had been until shuttering as it gets ready to make a move.

According to a source (Gary Goldblatt), CeCarré Pizza & Provisions is now open at the Prudential Center in the Back Bay, with an Instagram post from the business saying that it has moved into the former Descendant Detroit Style Pizza space. The new eatery offers Roman-style pizza with a variety of toppings including ones with global influences (some toppings include chicken tikka masala, caviar, edible gold, sumac, mint, and harissa chicken). In addition to pizza, CeCarré Pizza & Provisions also offers such options as meatballs, arancini, salads, sandwiches, cannoli, and cookies.

Earlier this month, it was reported that Descendant Detroit Style Pizza would be moving from the Pru to Revere Beach.

The website for CeCarré Pizza & Provisions can be found at https://cecarre.com/

[Earlier Article]
Descendant Detroit Style Pizza Is Moving from the Prudential Center in Boston's Back Bay to Revere Beach

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Ba Banh Mi Is Opening in Salem

A Vietnamese sandwich spot will soon be opening on the North Shore.

According to a source, Ba Banh Mi is getting ready to open in Salem, with the website for the Washington Street eatery indicating that it will be a fast casual restaurant offering several types of banh mi while also serving pho, wraps, stir-fried noodle options, rice dishes, spring rolls, egg rolls, smoothies, iced coffee, and more. It appears that the dining spot is very close to debuting, though a specific opening date has not been given as of yet.

The address for Ba Banh Mi is 128 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970. Its website can be found at https://babanhmi.com/

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Kao Jiu in Brookline Is Closing

An upscale Chinese restaurant in Brookline is going to be closing.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Kao Jiu on Harvard Street is shutting down, with a post within its Instagram page saying the following:

After many wonderful years, Kao Jiu will be closing this summer as our owners have decided to move back to China. We are incredibly grateful for all the love and support from our amazing community. Every visit, every meal, and every memory shared here has meant so much to us. Before we say goodbye, we hope to welcome you a few more times to enjoy your favorite dishes and celebrate the moments we've created together. Thank you for being part of the Kao Jiu family.

Kao Jiu first opened in 2022, taking over the space that had previously been home to Cafe Eilat.

The address for Kao Jiu is 406 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA, 02446. Its website can be found at https://www.kaojiurestaurant.com/

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Restaurant News for the Week Ending March 22, 2026

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between March 16, 2026, and March 22, 2026.

All'Antico Vinaio May Be Opening in Boston's Downtown Crossing
An award-winning group of sandwich shops with roots in Italy that opened its first location in Boston last fall could be opening another location within the city.
Full Story

New Restaurant from A Street Hospitality to Open in the Former Bristol Lounge Space Within the Four Seasons Hotel in Boston
A new dining spot is on its way to an iconic space, and a local restaurant group is behind it.
Full Story

Common Craft Opens in South Boston
A second location of a dining/drinking complex has debuted after being in the works for more than a year.
Full Story

Nine Winters Bakery in Cambridge Is Closing
A Korean-American bakery is shutting down after being in the space for less than a year.
Full Story

Stack and Schmear Opens at High Street Place in Downtown Boston
A brand new sandwich spot has debuted at a food hall in the heart of the city.
Full Story

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Friday, March 20, 2026

All'Antico Vinaio May Be Opening in Boston's Downtown Crossing

An award-winning group of sandwich shops with roots in Italy that opened its first location in Boston last fall could be opening another location within the city.

According to a licensing board hearing page within the city's website, All'Antico Vinaio is looking to open in Downtown Crossing, moving into a space on Washington Street near where it meets Milk Street. The notice mentions that the proposed restaurant would have a dining area with seating for 20 people and an ordering counter, and it hopes to acquire a beer and wine license as well. If approved, the new location of All'Antico Vinaio would join another on Boylston Street in the Copley Square along with a handful of other U.S. locations.

All'Antico Vinaio, which started out in Florence in 1991, is known for their variety of panini; in 2017, Saveur included All'Antico Vinaio in an article on "The World's Best Sandwiches."

The address for the proposed location of All'Antico Vinaio in Downtown Crossing is 330 Washington Street, Boston, MA, 02109. The website for All'Antico Vinaio can be found at https://www.allanticovinaiousa.com/

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Nirvana Tea House & Cafe in Millis Is Reopening

A vegan eatery in the southwest suburbs of Boston that shut down last fall is returning under new ownership.

According to a Bluesky Post, Nirvana Tea House & Cafe in Millis is opening back up, with Unity Farm Sanctuary purchasing the Main Street spot and planning a grand opening on March 26. A Facebook post from the place says the following:

Welcome to Nirvana! Under new ownership and management, Unity Farm Sanctuary purchased the Cafe in December 2025 and began the renovation work January 1, 2026! General Manager Keith Maher is back to run the cafe with hand picked team members and Head Baker Shannon. You will see some familiar faces too in the "front of the house" serving your tea, coffee, smoothies, salads, wraps, soups, bowls, and baked goods....Table service and take-away, plus Doordash has you covered! Our vision of food is that we simply want to offer you good, compassionate, tasty food.

Nirvana Tea House & Cafe first opened its doors in 2020.

The address for Nirvana Tea House & Cafe is 969 Main Street Unit 2, Millis, MA, 02054. Its website can be found at https://www.nirvanateahousecafe.com/

[April 13 update: A check on their website and social media confirms that Nirvana Tea House & Cafe is open once again.]

[Earlier Article]
Nirvana Tea House & Cafe in Millis Has Closed

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KoKo Coffee Opens New Location Next to South Station in Boston

A small local group of coffee shops has been joined by a new location that should be popular with commuters.

According to its social media along with an earlier press release, KoKo Coffee is now open on Atlantic Avenue next to South Station, with the new spot joining another by the Boston waterfront on State Street along with others on Causeway Street by North Station and L Street in South Boston. The new shop offers such options as coffee, pastries, baked goods, salads, and sandwiches.

The address for the new location of KoKo Coffee is 745 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA, 02111. The Instagram page for all locations is at https://www.instagram.com/kokocoffeeusa/

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Thursday, March 19, 2026

New Restaurant from A Street Hospitality to Open in the Former Bristol Lounge Space Within the Four Seasons Hotel in Boston

A new dining spot is on its way to an iconic Boston space, and a local restaurant group is behind it.

According to an article from Boston Magazine, A Street Hospitality (Porto, La Padrona, Trade, Saloniki, the Venetian) is planning to open a restaurant in the old Bristol Lounge space in the Four Seasons Hotel on Boylston Street in the Back Bay, with Jody Adams, Eric Papachristos, and Jon Mendez planning to bring such classic options as Dover sole, prime rib, lobster bisque, local oysters, caviar and blini, and beef tartare to the as-of-yet unnamed spot. It is not yet known when the place might open (plans are in their early stages), but when it does, it will have dinner service daily along with a weekend brunch.

The Bristol Lounge, which closed during the pandemic, was known in part for its Bristol burger, which was considered one of Boston's best.

The website for A Street Hospitality can be found at https://www.astreethospitality.com/

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Common Craft Opens in South Boston

A second location of a dining/drinking complex has debuted after being in the works for more than a year.

According to its website, Common Craft is now open in South Boston, joining the original location at the Burlington Mall in Burlington. Unlike that location which consists of multiple sections dedicated to beer, wine, and cocktails, the South Boston location focuses more on food, with a dining area called The Current featuring a rotating menu and having James Beard-winning chef Tony Messina and Patrick Lipscomb (Menton, Uni, Bisq, Craigie on Main, Pammy's) behind it, and a cocktail lounge called The Stillroom that features different twists on classic drinks.

The address for the South Boston location of Common Craft is 85 Damrell Street, South Boston, MA, 02127. The website for the business is at https://www.commoncrafthospitality.com/

[Earlier Article]
Common Craft Could Be Opening in South Boston

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Melty in Dedham Has Closed

The sole Boston-area location of a small group of dining spots with roots out west has shut down.

Based on a check on the place this week, Melty in Dedham is no longer in business, with a message from @IrishEyesPhoto1 saying that it closed on March 8. A Facebook post from the Washington Street spot gives a bit more information, saying the following:

After much consideration, we've made the difficult decision to close Melty Dedham....Opening our doors in September 2024 was truly a dream come true. From day one, our goal was simple — to serve great food with warmth and create a place where people left feeling a little better than when they walked in. We are so proud of what we built with this community....Like many restaurants navigating a challenging environment, we faced hurdles that ultimately made it impossible to continue. This was not an easy decision, and we truly gave it everything we had....Thank you, Dedham, for welcoming us and supporting us. We are deeply grateful.

The Dedham location of Melty (whose company headquarters are in Utah) was known for its grilled cheese sandwiches along with its melts which included such options as pulled pork, bacon, corned beef, turkey, chicken, ham, ground beef, and more.

The address for the now-closed Melty in Dedham was 290 Washington Street, Dedham, MA, 02026. The website for the company is at https://www.lovemelty.com/

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Nine Winters Bakery in Cambridge Is Closing

A Korean-American bakery in Cambridge is closing after being in the space for less than a year.

According to multiple sources, Nine Winters Bakery in West Cambridge is shutting down after business hours on March 29, with an Instagram post from the Concord Avenue shop saying the following:

Life has taken a turn I never expected! Things have changed: it's time to for me to shift and remember that I created Nine Winters with my girls. To be frank, I miss them and have chosen to build this shop as they've grown up. I love New England, our community, and building a space that prioritizes Asian-American and adoptee voices. I also love being a parent. I'm choosing my family, as it was when we started. It's fitting that this is the full cycle and all of the reasons for everything are the same as it has been....Thank you all for your support and love along the way! I am so, so grateful for everyone I've crossed paths with, and the opportunity to share our story with you all has been incredible.

Nine Winters first opened in its West Cambridge location last July, with the business initially starting as as a pop-up at Honeycomb Ice Cream in Cambridge and then at Bow Market in Somerville.

The address for Nine Winters Bakery is 292 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02138. The website for the business is at https://www.ninewinters.com/

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Qué Mas Restaurant in Beverly Has Closed

A restaurant on the North Shore that featured Latin cuisine has shut down.

According to a couple of sources, Qué Mas Restaurant in Beverly is no longer in business, with an Instagram post from the Rantoul Street spot saying the following:

Thank you all for the endless support and love. It was a pleasure to see so many people really enjoy our food and notice all the passion that us and our staff put in. Well this is goodbye for now it isn't goodbye forever!

Qué Mas first opened in 2024, with Alex Pineda being behind it; Pineda is the son of Lydia Shire, who is known in part for her restaurant Scampo (where Pineda also worked) in the Beacon Hill/MGH area of Boston, and he was also a finalist on Alton Brown's "Chopped: Alton's Maniacal Baskets" in 2021.

The address for the now-closed Qué Mas was 114 Rantoul Street, Beverly, MA, 01915.

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Stack & Schmear Opens at High Street Place in Downtown Boston

A brand new sandwich spot has debuted at a food hall in the heart of Boston,

According to a press release, Stack & Schmear is now open at High Street Place in the city's downtown area, with the place being a deli that focuses on sandwiches made with fresh-baked bread along with house-made spreads and sauces. The new eatery joins two other spots in the food hall that are under the same ownership--Wheelhouse and Haley Jane's--with options including bagel sandwiches using bagels from Wicked Bagels, marinated shaved steak grilled with melted American cheese, hot peppers, and onions, an Italian sandwich with mortadella, salami, prosciutto and provolone, and a marinated shaved steak sandwich with gochujang aiol, while fountain sodas and dirty sodas are also available.

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Flying Boar Pizza & Kitchen Opens in Walpole

A new spot that serves pizza and more has come to the southwest suburbs of Boston.

According to its Instagram page, Flying Boar Pizza & Kitchen is now open in Walpole, with its address indicating that it has moved into a space on Old Post Road just off Route 1 on the Sharon line (and just south of the Route 95 intersection). The new dining spot offers pizza, wings, empanadas, and sandwiches, and this is the same Flying Boar that started out as a ghost kitchen and caterer at Southwest Park in Westwood a bit more than two years ago, being known in part for its Caribbean-inspired sandwiches.

The address for Flying Boar Pizza & Kitchen is 975 Old Post Road, Walpole, MA, 02081. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/flyingboarpizza/

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JulieAnne's Bakery and Cafe Plans to Open in Burlington

It looks like a bakery-cafe may be on its way to the northern suburbs of Boston.

According to a source, JulieAnne's Bakery and Cafe is planning to open in Burlington, moving into a space within The Shoppes at Simonds Park on Cambridge Street. A Patch article mentions (via a BCAT post) that the business plans to offer such options as pies, cookies, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls, and scones along with sandwiches and afternoon tea, and that owner Julie Lewis was once the bakery manager at the Burlington location of Wegmans.

If all goes as planned, JulieAnne's Bakery and Cafe could be opening in late April of May.

The address for the upcoming JulieAnne's Bakery and Cafe is 154 Cambridge Street, Burlington, MA, 01803. Its website can be found at https://julieannesbakeryburlington.com/

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Monday, March 16, 2026

Sanbada Opens in Allston

A brand new Korean restaurant has come to Allston.

According to a source, Sanbada is now open on Brighton Avenue, moving into part of the former Tavern in the Square Space by the corner of Harvard Avenue. The new dining spot offers wood-fired dishes, with its menu including such options as mackerel, spicy pork, bulgogi patties, soy-marinated shrimp. beef shank, beltfish, flounder, and pork belly.

The address for Sanbada is 165 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/sanbada.allston/

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Nostalgia Vintage Café to Open in Somerville

A combination coffee shop/clothing store is on its way to Somerville.

According to an article from What Now Boston, Nostalgia Vintage Café is planning to open on Somerville Avenue, with the exact address indicating that it will move into a space on the Western Edge of Union Square. The article mentions that the cafe part of the space will use coffee beans from the Arkansas-based Onyx Coffee Lab and will also offer grab-and-go snacks and other food items, while the clothing part will sell such options as designer garments, sportswear, collectibles, and sneakers.

If all goes well, Nostalgia Vintage Café could be opening sometime in the middle of April.

The address for the upcoming Nostalgia Vintage Café is 322 Somerville Avenue, Somerville, MA, 02143. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiavintagecafe

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Restaurant News for the Week Ending March 15, 2026

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between March 9, 2026, and March 15, 2026.

Sunny Girl in the North End Is Expanding, Opening a New Location in South Boston
A sandwich shop is going to be opening a second location in another part of Boston.
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Roger's Fish & Chips Opens at Logan Airport; Roger Berkowitz Behind the Place
A new seafood spot has opened, and a familiar name is behind it.
Full Story

Novo Marketplace to Open in Allston
A new food court/food hall is on its way to a Boston neighborhood.
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Uno Pizzeria and Grill in Revere Has Reopened
A Boston-based group of deep-dish pizza spots that had shuttered all three of its remaining Boston-area locations has seen one return.
Full Story

7th Street Burger to Open Locations in Boston's Back Bay and South Boston
A growing group of burger spots with roots in New York City will be opening a couple of locations in Boston.
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Friday, March 13, 2026

Gemma Kitchen & Bar to Open in the Former Olde Colonial Cafe Space in Norwood

A few months ago, it was reported that a decades-old restaurant in the southwest suburbs of Boston had closed, and now we have learned that a new dining spot is moving into the space.

According to its Instagram page, Gemma Kitchen & Bar is planning to open in Norwood, taking over the former Olde Colonial Cafe space on Nahatan Street. Based on the Instagram page and multiple job posts online, it looks like the upcoming restaurant will feature modern American fare with Italian influences, and while a menu has not been seen as of yet, it appears that pizza will be one of the items offered. (The space in which it will reside is an old firehouse.)

The Olde Colonial Cafe shut down around the end of December after being in business since 1969.

The address for the upcoming Gemma Kitchen & Bar is 171 Nahatan Street, Norwood, MA, 02062. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/gemmakandb/

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The Olde Colonial Cafe in Norwood Is Closing

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Petit Play Café to Open in Woburn

A new cafe with a rather unique concept is coming to the northern suburbs of Boston.

According to a press release, Petit Play Café is going to be opening in Woburn, moving into a Cummings Property space on Washington Street a short distance south of Route 128/95. The upcoming spot is going to be a French-inspired cafe that includes an indoor play zone for children and which will have staff monitoring the play space to help foster a safe environment. Petit Play Café will offer pastries, light bites, and child-friendly snacks and drinks, and drop-in play sessions, flexible memberships, play passes, and private event bookings will all be offered (fees/prices for all are given on the cafe's website).

Petit Play Café is slated to have its grand opening on March 28.

The address for Petit Play Café is 299-N Washington Street, Woburn, MA, 01801. Its website can be found at https://petitplaycafe.com/

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Thursday, March 12, 2026

Sunny Girl in Boston's North End Is Expanding, Opening a New Location in South Boston

A sandwich shop in the North End of Boston is going to be opening a second location in another part of the city.

According to an article from Caught in Southie, Sunny Girl is planning to open on W Broadway in South Boston, moving into the space by the Dorchester Street intersection where McGoo's Pizza had been. The article mentions that unlike the Commercial Street location which only offers breakfast and lunch, the new outlet in Southie will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The North End location of Sunny Girl first opened in the spring of 2023, taking over the space where Anthony's Cafe had been.

The address for the upcoming Sunny Girl in South Boston is 479 W Broadway, South Boston, MA, 02127. The website for the business is at https://www.sunnygirlboston.com/

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O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar in Worcester Has Closed Permanently

One of the most popular Irish pubs in the region has shut down for good.

According to a Facebook post from the business, O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar in Worcester has officially closed, with the post saying the following:

It is with great regret that we must share that after our recent pipe burst and with rising business costs, O'Connor's will not be reopening its doors. Through many difficult times we've given it our very best to carry on this beloved landmark, but the latest challenges have led us to the end of our journey....From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. We are truly saddened that is has come to this but we wish you all thevery best as we say farewell.

O'Connor's first opened on W Boylston Street in 1989, going through an ownership change in 2022; the restaurant was known for such food items as Irish potato pizza, clam chowder, corned beef hash pastry sticks, fish and chips, baked haddock, shepherd's pie, chicken pot pie, a fish sandwich, and beef and mushroom pie.

The address for the now-closed O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar was 1160 W Boylston Street, Worcester, MA, 01606.

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Roger's Fish & Chips Opens at Logan Airport; Roger Berkowitz Behind the Place

Last summer, it was reported that a familiar name would be opening a new seafood place, and now we have learned that it is up and running.

According to a press release, Roger's Fish & Chips is now open at Logan Airport in East Boston, moving into a 700-square-foot space at Terminal A. As mentioned in an earlier article here, Roger Berkowitz--who was president and CEO of Legal Sea Foods before selling the business in 2020--is behind the dining spot, with Berkowitz also running Roger's Fish Co., an online seafood company that sells and ships flash-frozen seafood. Roger's Fish & Chips is a fast-casual counter service place that offers such items as clam chowder, fish and chips, a lobster BLT, crab cakes, and beer, cider, and frozen cocktails.

[Earlier Article]
Roger's Fish & Chips Plans to Open at Logan Airport in East Boston

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Jimmy's Famous Pizza in North Andover Has Closed

A longtime spot north of Boston for pizza, pasta, and more has shut down.

According to a message from Scott Whitley of Wicked Bites, Jimmy's Famous Pizza in North Andover is no longer in business, with the website for the Osgood Street eatery saying the following:

After 25 incredible years of dough, sauce, and smiles, the time has come for us to hang up our aprons....Since we first opened a quarter-century ago, this shop has been so much more than just a business—it's been our home. We’ve watched your kids grow up, shared in your Friday night traditions, and been honored to be a small part of your lives, one slice at a time. To our loyal customers: Thank you. Your unwavering support through the years has meant the world to us. It has been the greatest honor of our lives to serve this beautiful community and to call North Andover home. We're walking away with full hearts and a lifetime of memories.

Jimmy's Famous Pizza offered such options as pizza, calzones, pasta dishes, subs, burgers, hot dogs, wings, and more.

The address for the now-closed Jimmy's Famous Pizza was 1595 Osgood Street, North Andover, MA, 01845.

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Novo Marketplace to Open in Allston

A new food court/food hall is on its way to Allston.

According to its website, Novo Marketplace is planning to open on Brighton Avenue, with its site indicating that 16 permanent vendors and 3 smaller popup spaces are expected to be within the 20,000-square-foot space, with options including "cuisines from around the world," including Indian, Japanese, Chinese, and Southeast Asian fare. Some of the names given within the website include Tabla Indian Express, Molly Tea, Zhengxin Chicken, Huang Ji Men, Kopitiam, Cotti Coffee, Tasya's Kitchen, and Fluffy Fluffy.

The address for the upcoming Novo Marketplace is 122 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134. Its website can be found at https://novomarketplace.com/

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Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Sumi House Opens in the Former Fupo Cafe Space in Cambridge's Huron Village

A couple of months ago, it was reported that a Cambridge restaurant known in part for its Asian Fusion fare and its Chinese-American dishes had closed, and now we have learned that a new dining spot has taken over its space.

Based on information sent to us from Leah Klein of City Living Boston, Sumi House is now open in Huron Village, moving into the former Fupo Cafe space on Huron Avenue. The new eatery focuses on Japanese fare, with its menu including such options as shumai, gyoza, soups, salads, sushi, ramen, udon, poke bowls, and tempura ice cream.

The address for Sumi House is 359 Huron Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02138. Its website can be found at https://sumihouse.online/

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Fupo Cafe in Cambridge's Huron Village Has Closed

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Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao to Open in Framingham

A group of Michelin-recommended Shanghainese soup dumpling restaurants is bringing the first location of its original concept to Eastern Massachusetts.

According to posts from Kiat Cormier of the ChewOnThis Facebook page, Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao is planning to open soon in Framingham, with the website for the group of dining spots indicating that it will move into a space on Route 9 within a shopping plaza across from Shoppers World. Once it opens, the new location of Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao--which started out in the Flushing part of Queens in 2006--will join locations of its fast-casual concept Nan Xiang Express in Boston's Chinatown neighborhood and Shrewsbury.

The address for the upcoming Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao in Framingham is 84 Worcester Road (Route 9), Framingham, MA, 01702. The website for all locations is at https://nanxiangxiaolongbao.com/

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Monday, March 09, 2026

Uno Pizzeria and Grill in Revere Has Reopened

A couple of months ago, it was reported that a Boston-based group of deep-dish pizza spots shuttered all three of its remaining Boston-area locations. Now we have learned that one of them has returned.

According to a source, Uno Pizzeria and Grill in Revere is open once again, with a CBS article confirming this, saying that the general manager bought the Northgate Shopping Center location and opened it back up. The article states that the space went through a "massive renovation" and all of the employees of the Revere location have returned.

In January, locations of Uno in Revere, Braintree, and Dedham closed down, meaning that the closest ones to Boston at that time were in Attleboro, Bellingham, and Worcester.

The address for Uno Pizzeria and Grill in Revere is 399 Squire Road, Revere, MA, 02151. The website for Uno can be found at https://www.unos.com/

[Earlier Article]
Locations of Uno Pizzeria and Grill in Braintree, Dedham, and Revere Are Closing January 11

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