Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between July 27, 2026, and August 2, 2026.
Lo Kai Restaurant & Lounge in Dracut Is Closing
An old-school Chinese restaurant north of Boston known in part for its Polynesian drinks is shutting down.
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Scrappie's Pizzeria to Open a Brick-and-Mortar Location in Boston's Beacon Hill
A popup pizza business that has become an underground favorite will be expanding to a permanent space.
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Thai Hut in Somerville Is Going to Be Closing; Owners May Open a New Restaurant northwest of Boston
A neighborhood spot for Thai food is shutting down, though the people behind it may be opening a new place well outside of the area.
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Fable Brewing Company in Woburn Has Partially Opened
A brewer based in the northern suburbs of Boston is in the first phase of opening its new facility.
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Boloco to Close Its Sole Remaining Location; Downtown Boston Outlet Shuts Down September 25
What was once a local chain of restaurants will soon be officially gone, as its final location is going to be shutting down.
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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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