Don't Tell Aunty Opens in Boston's Fenway Neighborhood

Last summer, it was reported that an Indian gastropub was planning to open in the Fenway section of Boston, and now we have learned that it is up and running.

According to a message sent from the place, Don't Tell Aunty is now open on Boylston Street, moving into a space a short distance west of the Massachusetts Avenue intersection. An earlier article here mentioned that the place is considered to be the first Indian gastropub in the state, with the spot offering Indian tapas-style plates, fusion dishes, cocktails, and more along with live music. (Flying Lion Hospitality Group, which runs such restaurants as Madras Dosa Co. and Godavari, is behind it.)

The address for Don't Tell Aunty is 1122 Boylston Street, Boston, MA, 02215. Its Instagram page can be found at https://www.instagram.com/donttellauntyboston/

[Earlier Article]
Don't Tell Aunty Plans to Open in Boston's Fenway Area

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The Regal Eagle in Sharon Is Closing

A dining and drinking spot in the southern suburbs of Boston is shutting down after only a short time in business. 

According to a Facebook post from the place, The Regal Eagle in Sharon is closing its doors, as the space (which is within the Sharon Heights Shopping Plaza on South Main Street) has been sold. The post mentions that the restaurant/bar will be saying farewell in early April while also saying that "For almost two months we've built a really great crowd of regulars and filled the space with smiling faces. We've appreciated the support, truly, and will miss hanging out with you all! With the NCAA tournament, some live music, and fun hangs still left we hope to spend a little more time together before we close our doors! Thank you!"

The Regal Eagle took over the space where Simcha--which was another restaurant from owner Avi Shemtov--had been.

The address for The Regal Eagle is 370 South Main Street, Sharon, MA, 02067. Its Facebook page can be found at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569510196913

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Restaurant News for the Week Ending March 9, 2025

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between March 3, 2025, and March 9, 2025.

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TsuruTonTan Udon Noodle Brasserie in Kenmore Square Has Closed
The Boston location of a small group of Japanese noodle spots has shut down.
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Willow & Ivy Slated to Open in Boston's Back Bay in Mid-March
The third of three hotel restaurants/bars is just about ready to debut.
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Shy Bird Opens in the Fenway Section of Boston
A pair of comfort food spots known in part for their chicken dishes has been joined by a third location.
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Danny Meyer to Open Ci Siamo and Daily Provisions in the Seaport District
A NYC-based restaurant group with a big name behind it is bringing a couple of dining spots to the Boston waterfront.
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Tall Order Opens in Somerville
A new restaurant and cocktail bar has opened in Somerville after being in the works for nearly a year, and it has moved into the space where an Irish pub had been.
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Twin Donuts in Allston Is Closing

It looks like an iconic breakfast and lunch spot in Allston is closing after being in business for 70 years.

According to multiple sources, including sources within the media and the restaurant industry, Twin Donuts is shutting down, with a post within the Allston Brighton Facebook group page showing a note that says the last day in business for the Cambridge Street spot is March 23 while referring customers to Cafe Mirror and the Brighton Cafe, which are both located in Brighton and have an ownership connection to the place. Twin Donuts dates back to the mid-1950s and has gone through several ownership changes over the years, with the current owners taking over the shop in 2001.

In addition to donuts, Twin Donuts also offers bagels, muffins, croissants, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, pancakes, French toast, omelets, salads, and more.

The address for Twin Donuts is 501 Cambridge Street, Allston, MA, 02134.

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Chick'n More in Saugus Has Become a Location of Istanbul Diner

It looks like a chicken spot on Route 1 has been replaced by a Turkish restaurant, and it appears that this is a concept change under the same ownership.

According to a message from @IrishEyesPhoto1, Chick'n More in Saugus is now a location of Istanbul Diner, joining another location in Revere. The website for Istanbul Diner confirms this, mentioning that "we are excited to expand our mission with our new location in Saugus, MA." Chick'n More first opened last May, taking over the space where a location of Boston Market had once been.

The Facebook page for Chick'n More indicates the ownership connection between the two dining spots, saying that  "Since 2019, starting with Istanbul Diner Cafe, we're excited to continue growing. We hope you enjoy dining with us!"

The address for the now-closed Chick'n More (and new Istanbul Diner) is 168 Broadway (Route 1), Saugus, MA, 01906. The website for its Saugus location is at https://istanbuldiner-saugus.com/

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Ambience Restaurant & Bar Opens in Canton

A brand new restaurant featuring Caribbean fare has debuted in the southern suburbs of Boston.

According to a Bluesky post from @jeremyk.bsky.social, Ambience Restaurant & Bar is now open in Canton, moving into the space on Washington Street that had been home to Takara before it moved to another space nearby. Jeremy mentions that the new eatery focuses on Haitian fusion cuisine while the website for the place shows such items as chicken dumpling soup, fried meatball sandwiches, basil chicken pasta, spaghetti with herring and hot dogs, oxtail with risotto, blackened salmon, fish and chips, grilled lamb chops, grilled quail, rice and beans, and fried plantain.

The address for Ambience Restaurant & Bar is 592 Washington Street, Canton, MA, 02021. Its website can be found at https://ambienceresto.com/

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