Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between August 24, 2026, and August 30, 2026.
NU Kitchen in Somerville Has Closed
A trio of cafes known for their healthy options is back down to two, as they have closed their sole Boston-area location.
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Leonardo's Bar Ristorante to Open in West Roxbury
A new Italian restaurant is on its way to a Boston neighborhood, and it has a family connection to a familiar name.
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2nd Street Cafe in East Cambridge Is Closed; Exact Status Unknown
A longtime favorite for breakfast and lunch is locked up and dark, and it isn't known whether the place will reopen.
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The Union Oyster House May Be Going Through an Ownership Change
It looks like one of Boston's best-known restaurants may be getting a new owner.
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The Sports Bra to Open in Boston's Financial District
A bar with roots in the Pacific Northwest will be expanding to downtown Boston.
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