It looks like a North End bar that was around for a long time may have shut down for good.
NorthEndWaterfront.com is reporting what Adam Castiglioni of the Boston Hospitality and Tourism Industry Blog) told us last week, that Four Winds on Commercial Street is closed. Both Adam and another source told us that the bar appears to have been shuttered for at least a few weeks, and while its exact status is not known, NorthEndWaterfront.com says that the building is going to be sold, so the future of the place does seem to be in doubt.
Four Winds first opened in the late 1960s, according to its Facebook page; the place was a sports bar and restaurant that also had space for functions upstairs.
The address for Four Winds was 266 Commercial Street, Boston, MA, 02109.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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Monday, October 07, 2019
Friday, October 04, 2019
Sidell's Bagel Bar to Open in Boston's Back Bay
A brand new bagel spot is on its way to Boston, and a familiar name is behind it.
According to a press release, Sidell's Bagel Bar is opening in the Back Bay, with the "semi-permanent" eatery being located on the lower floor of the MET Back Bay Restaurant on Dartmouth Street. The new spot, which will also offer a variety of cream cheese mixes along with smoked fish towers, coffee, juices, cocktails, and more, is being run by Kathy Sidell, whose MET Restaurant Group operates the MET Back Bay, Saltie Girl, Stephanie's on Newbury, and the MET Natick.
Sidell's Bagel Bar debuts on Saturday, October 5, and it will be open on Saturdays and Sundays for the foreseeable future.
The address for Sidell's Bagel Bar (and the MET Back Bay) is 279 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA, 02116. The website for the MET Back Bay can be found at http://www.metbackbay.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a press release, Sidell's Bagel Bar is opening in the Back Bay, with the "semi-permanent" eatery being located on the lower floor of the MET Back Bay Restaurant on Dartmouth Street. The new spot, which will also offer a variety of cream cheese mixes along with smoked fish towers, coffee, juices, cocktails, and more, is being run by Kathy Sidell, whose MET Restaurant Group operates the MET Back Bay, Saltie Girl, Stephanie's on Newbury, and the MET Natick.
Sidell's Bagel Bar debuts on Saturday, October 5, and it will be open on Saturdays and Sundays for the foreseeable future.
The address for Sidell's Bagel Bar (and the MET Back Bay) is 279 Dartmouth Street, Boston, MA, 02116. The website for the MET Back Bay can be found at http://www.metbackbay.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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Tous Les Jours Opens in Natick
A group of French-Asian bakeries and cafes based in South Korea has opened a new location in the Greater Boston area, joining two other local outlets.
According to a post from the Framingham Source, Tous Les Jours is now open at the Natick Mall, with its opening date being Tuesday, October 1. The bakery-cafe joins two others in Allston and Burlington, and this is actually its fourth location to come to the region, as another outlet had been in the Government Center area of downtown Boston but that location closed early in 2018.
Tous Les Jours offers an array of baked goods, pastries, and other items, including breads, cakes, pies, sandwiches, smoothies, coffee, and tea.
The website for Tous Les Jours can be found at https://www.tljus.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a post from the Framingham Source, Tous Les Jours is now open at the Natick Mall, with its opening date being Tuesday, October 1. The bakery-cafe joins two others in Allston and Burlington, and this is actually its fourth location to come to the region, as another outlet had been in the Government Center area of downtown Boston but that location closed early in 2018.
Tous Les Jours offers an array of baked goods, pastries, and other items, including breads, cakes, pies, sandwiches, smoothies, coffee, and tea.
The website for Tous Les Jours can be found at https://www.tljus.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Slideshow--Twelve Food Items from Asian Restaurants in the Boston Area]
Framingham Station to Open in Former Deluxe Depot Diner/Depot 417 Space in Framingham
A Brazilian restaurant is on its way to an historic building west of Boston, replacing a couple of diners that had been in the space over the past several years.
According to a post from the Framingham Source, Framingham Station is planning to open in the historic train station building on Waverly Street in Framingham, taking over the space where Deluxe Depot Diner and Depot 417 had been. The article says that the upcoming spot will be a Rodizio-style restaurant and steakhouse, though little other information seems to be available, and no opening date has been given as of yet.
The address for the upcoming Framingham Station is 417 Waverly Street, Framingham, MA, 01702.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a post from the Framingham Source, Framingham Station is planning to open in the historic train station building on Waverly Street in Framingham, taking over the space where Deluxe Depot Diner and Depot 417 had been. The article says that the upcoming spot will be a Rodizio-style restaurant and steakhouse, though little other information seems to be available, and no opening date has been given as of yet.
The address for the upcoming Framingham Station is 417 Waverly Street, Framingham, MA, 01702.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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Thursday, October 03, 2019
Louie's Ice Cream in East Somerville Is Up for Sale
A beloved ice cream shop that has been around for a very long time is on the market.
According to a source, Louie's Ice Cream in East Somerville is up for sale, with a Facebook post from the Davis Square group page confirming this, showing a sign out front at the Broadway shop mentioning "mixed use and business for sale." The last Facebook post from the ice cream shop included a "That's All, Folks!" logo back in early September, with the message saying that "Louie's is officially closed for the season. Thanks again for another great season!!" but there was no sign of this being a permanent closure at the time.
Louie's, which has been in business for nearly 40 years, offered such items as ice cream, sherbet, sundaes, banana boats, slush, and more.
The address for Louie's Ice Cream is 193 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a source, Louie's Ice Cream in East Somerville is up for sale, with a Facebook post from the Davis Square group page confirming this, showing a sign out front at the Broadway shop mentioning "mixed use and business for sale." The last Facebook post from the ice cream shop included a "That's All, Folks!" logo back in early September, with the message saying that "Louie's is officially closed for the season. Thanks again for another great season!!" but there was no sign of this being a permanent closure at the time.
Louie's, which has been in business for nearly 40 years, offered such items as ice cream, sherbet, sundaes, banana boats, slush, and more.
The address for Louie's Ice Cream is 193 Broadway, Somerville, MA, 02145.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
MC Kitchen Leaves Time Out Market Boston; Greek Street Opening in Its Space
A vegan dining spot has said goodbye to a new food hall in Boston, and it looks like a Greek restaurant will move into its space.
According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, MC Kitchen at Time Out Market Boston in the Fenway has closed, with a sign indicating that Greek Street will be opening there on October 7. An article from Eater Boston mentions that MC Kitchen is now looking at potential sites for a permanent restaurant including the old Fiorella's Express space in North Cambridge, while it is also considering pop-up locations at a couple of upcoming food halls in the Boston area.
A second post from Eater says that Jody Adams and her partners at Saloniki in Boston and Cambridge (Eric Papachristos and Jon Mendez) are behind Greek Street, which will focus on street-food items found in Greece. The article says that citrus-marinated swordfish souvlaki, spanakopita, pork schnitzel, and Greek salads will be on the menu, while a press release sent to us this morning also mentions that cumin-spiced beef patties will be offered as well.
Time Out Market Boston can be found by the corner of Brookline Avenue and Park Drive in the Fenway.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, MC Kitchen at Time Out Market Boston in the Fenway has closed, with a sign indicating that Greek Street will be opening there on October 7. An article from Eater Boston mentions that MC Kitchen is now looking at potential sites for a permanent restaurant including the old Fiorella's Express space in North Cambridge, while it is also considering pop-up locations at a couple of upcoming food halls in the Boston area.
A second post from Eater says that Jody Adams and her partners at Saloniki in Boston and Cambridge (Eric Papachristos and Jon Mendez) are behind Greek Street, which will focus on street-food items found in Greece. The article says that citrus-marinated swordfish souvlaki, spanakopita, pork schnitzel, and Greek salads will be on the menu, while a press release sent to us this morning also mentions that cumin-spiced beef patties will be offered as well.
Time Out Market Boston can be found by the corner of Brookline Avenue and Park Drive in the Fenway.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
Right Taste Jamaican Restaurant Plans to Open in Stoughton
A Jamaican restaurant with a location in Boston is planning to expand to the suburbs.
According to an article from Wicked Local, Right Taste Jamaican Restaurant is looking to open in Stoughton, taking over the space on Washington Street where an outlet of Daddy's Dairy had been until it moved to a larger space on Central Street last year. Based on the menu at the original location in Mattapan Square, expect to see such items as curry chicken, jerk pork, oxtail, Jamaican meat patties, curry goat, and rice and beans, if the new restaurant does get approval to open. (The Zoning Board approved of a special permit for the place, but it still needs approval from the building inspector, plumbing inspector and Board of Health.)
The address for the upcoming location of Right Taste in Stoughton is 354 Washington Street, Stoughton, MA, 02072.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to an article from Wicked Local, Right Taste Jamaican Restaurant is looking to open in Stoughton, taking over the space on Washington Street where an outlet of Daddy's Dairy had been until it moved to a larger space on Central Street last year. Based on the menu at the original location in Mattapan Square, expect to see such items as curry chicken, jerk pork, oxtail, Jamaican meat patties, curry goat, and rice and beans, if the new restaurant does get approval to open. (The Zoning Board approved of a special permit for the place, but it still needs approval from the building inspector, plumbing inspector and Board of Health.)
The address for the upcoming location of Right Taste in Stoughton is 354 Washington Street, Stoughton, MA, 02072.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
Len Sennn Noodle Design in Quincy Center Is Closing
A restaurant in Quincy Center that features Thai and Japanese food is shutting down, and it looks like it will be making way for ongoing development in the area.
According to a source, Len Sennn Noodle Design on Hancock Street is closing, with a Facebook post from the place saying that "Due to expropriation, We are [sad] to inform that our restaurant will be permanently closed by October 25, 2019." The expropriation that they mention may refer to what caused the neighboring S6 bar (which was two doors down) to close last month, as a new road that connects Burgin Parkway to a new parking garage is being constructed at the site.
Len Sennn Noodle Design first opened in 2016, offering such items as gyoza, tempura, sushi, shumai, chive cakes, curry puffs, and more.
The address for Len Sennn Noodle Design is 1554 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02169. Its website can be found at https://www.lensennnnoodledesign.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a source, Len Sennn Noodle Design on Hancock Street is closing, with a Facebook post from the place saying that "Due to expropriation, We are [sad] to inform that our restaurant will be permanently closed by October 25, 2019." The expropriation that they mention may refer to what caused the neighboring S6 bar (which was two doors down) to close last month, as a new road that connects Burgin Parkway to a new parking garage is being constructed at the site.
Len Sennn Noodle Design first opened in 2016, offering such items as gyoza, tempura, sushi, shumai, chive cakes, curry puffs, and more.
The address for Len Sennn Noodle Design is 1554 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02169. Its website can be found at https://www.lensennnnoodledesign.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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Smashburger May Be Opening a Location in Boston
It looks like a Colorado-based chain of quick-casual burger restaurants is opening its fourth location in the Greater Boston area, and this one may open within the city itself.
According to a number of job posts, including one within the Craigslist site, Smashburger is getting ready to open a new outlet, with the Craigslist post saying "New Restaurant Opening in Boston!" while a corresponding map shows the location possibly being in South Boston or Dorchester (though maps included within job posts are often inaccurate). A search has not come up with an exact location for the upcoming dining spot, so we have reached out to the company for additional information and are waiting to hear back from them.
The Denver-based Smashburger chain was established in 2007, featuring meatball-shaped patties that are "smashed" on the grill, in order to help caramelize the beef and keep in the juices. Currently, Boston-area locations can be found in Medford, Natick, and Westwood, while two others a bit further out can be found in Attleboro and Plainville.
The website for Smashburger is at https://smashburger.com
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a number of job posts, including one within the Craigslist site, Smashburger is getting ready to open a new outlet, with the Craigslist post saying "New Restaurant Opening in Boston!" while a corresponding map shows the location possibly being in South Boston or Dorchester (though maps included within job posts are often inaccurate). A search has not come up with an exact location for the upcoming dining spot, so we have reached out to the company for additional information and are waiting to hear back from them.
The Denver-based Smashburger chain was established in 2007, featuring meatball-shaped patties that are "smashed" on the grill, in order to help caramelize the beef and keep in the juices. Currently, Boston-area locations can be found in Medford, Natick, and Westwood, while two others a bit further out can be found in Attleboro and Plainville.
The website for Smashburger is at https://smashburger.com
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Slideshow--Fifteen Burgers in the Boston Area and Beyond]
Tatte Closes Its Broadway Location in Cambridge's Kendall Square
A rapidly-growing local group of bakeries and cafes has closed one of its first locations.
According to a source, Tatte on Broadway in Cambridge's Kendall Square area is no longer in business, with a post on the company's site confirming this, saying the following:
Other locations of Tatte remain in operation, including two in Kendall Square along with a number of others in Cambridge, Boston, and Brookline.
The address for this now-closed location of Tatte was 205 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139. The website for the company can be found at http://tattebakery.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a source, Tatte on Broadway in Cambridge's Kendall Square area is no longer in business, with a post on the company's site confirming this, saying the following:
Tatte Broadway was first born out of a need for a space to support our wholesale business, we simply needed 4 walls to pack and ship our products across the country....After only one season they asked us to convert it into a Tatte Cafe and to provide the neighborhood and office tenants a place to gather around great coffee and food and so we did with their full support. 7 years later, our lease is ending and we've made the difficult decision to not continue in this space."
Other locations of Tatte remain in operation, including two in Kendall Square along with a number of others in Cambridge, Boston, and Brookline.
The address for this now-closed location of Tatte was 205 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139. The website for the company can be found at http://tattebakery.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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Wednesday, October 02, 2019
Penang Plans to Open in Former Tiki House Space in Waltham
It looks like a new restaurant featuring Southeast Asian fare may be on its way to Waltham's "restaurant row," moving into the space where a Chinese spot had been.
According to a Twitter post from @Newswatch8, Penang is planning to open on Moody Street in the old Tiki House space, with a reply within the thread indicating that it has a connection to Penang in Boston's Chinatown. Based on the offerings at that restaurant, the new spot in Waltham will likely be serving Malaysian fare along with Thai dishes.
The tweet mentions that the new location of Penang has obtained the liquor license formerly held by Garcia Brogan's via bankruptcy court; Garcia Brogan's was a Mexican-Irish spot on Moody Street that closed down late last year.
The address for the upcoming location of Penang in Waltham is 569 Moody Street, Waltham, MA, 02453. The website for the Boston location can be found at https://www.penangmalaysian.com/
Thanks to @y2000k for initially bringing this to our attention.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a Twitter post from @Newswatch8, Penang is planning to open on Moody Street in the old Tiki House space, with a reply within the thread indicating that it has a connection to Penang in Boston's Chinatown. Based on the offerings at that restaurant, the new spot in Waltham will likely be serving Malaysian fare along with Thai dishes.
The tweet mentions that the new location of Penang has obtained the liquor license formerly held by Garcia Brogan's via bankruptcy court; Garcia Brogan's was a Mexican-Irish spot on Moody Street that closed down late last year.
The address for the upcoming location of Penang in Waltham is 569 Moody Street, Waltham, MA, 02453. The website for the Boston location can be found at https://www.penangmalaysian.com/
Thanks to @y2000k for initially bringing this to our attention.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Slideshow--Twelve Food Items from Asian Restaurants in the Boston Area]
Sweet Tomatoes Pizza to Open in Acton
A local group of pizzerias will be opening a new outlet in the northwest suburbs of Boston.
According to a source, Sweet Tomatoes Pizza is planning to open in Acton, moving into a space in the Powder Mill Plaza that had been home to a location of Papa Gino's. A brochure within the LMS Commercial Real Estate confirms this, showing that the eatery will indeed be coming to the site which is located along Route 62 near the Concord line. Based on the other outlets of Sweet Tomatoes, expect to see such options as pizza, calzones, salads, and sandwiches at the new spot.
Other locations of Sweet Tomatoes can be found in West Newton, Newton Centre, Needham, and at Northeastern University in Boston.
The address for the upcoming outlet of Sweet Tomatoes in Acton is 82 Powder Mill Road, Acton, MA, 01720. The website for all locations can be found at http://www.sweettomatoespizza.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a source, Sweet Tomatoes Pizza is planning to open in Acton, moving into a space in the Powder Mill Plaza that had been home to a location of Papa Gino's. A brochure within the LMS Commercial Real Estate confirms this, showing that the eatery will indeed be coming to the site which is located along Route 62 near the Concord line. Based on the other outlets of Sweet Tomatoes, expect to see such options as pizza, calzones, salads, and sandwiches at the new spot.
Other locations of Sweet Tomatoes can be found in West Newton, Newton Centre, Needham, and at Northeastern University in Boston.
The address for the upcoming outlet of Sweet Tomatoes in Acton is 82 Powder Mill Road, Acton, MA, 01720. The website for all locations can be found at http://www.sweettomatoespizza.com/
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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Tuesday, October 01, 2019
Chez Casa Opens in Salem, Taking Over Space Where Stacia's Place Had Been
A new dining spot that features dine-in/takeout food and baked goods has come to the North Shore, and a well-known name within the Boston-area scene is behind it.
According to a post from Eater Boston, Chez Casa is now open in Salem, moving into the space on Bridge Street where Stacia's Place had been until closing in late 2017. The new eatery offers such items as salads, sandwiches, empanadas, and desserts, and the person behind it is Keenan Langlois, who has been involved with such places as The Sinclair, Publico, Lumiere, Sorellina, Gaslight, Hamersley's Bistro, and 5 Corners Kitchen.
The address for Chez Casa is 97 Bridge Street, Salem, MA, 01970. The website for the place can be found at https://www.chezcasaboston.com
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to a post from Eater Boston, Chez Casa is now open in Salem, moving into the space on Bridge Street where Stacia's Place had been until closing in late 2017. The new eatery offers such items as salads, sandwiches, empanadas, and desserts, and the person behind it is Keenan Langlois, who has been involved with such places as The Sinclair, Publico, Lumiere, Sorellina, Gaslight, Hamersley's Bistro, and 5 Corners Kitchen.
The address for Chez Casa is 97 Bridge Street, Salem, MA, 01970. The website for the place can be found at https://www.chezcasaboston.com
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
Bagel Bin Deli Opens in Former Daybreak Cafe Space in Topsfield
A new restaurant has come to a North Shore community that has very few dining options, and the name comes from a place that was destroyed in a fire a couple of months ago.
According to an article in Wicked Local, the Bagel Bin Deli is now open in Topsfield, moving into the space on Main Street where The Daybreak Cafe had been. The post mentions that Hansi Vlladesi, who purchased the space from his uncle Billy, is part of the same Vlladesi family that ran the Bagel Bin Deli in Revere that was hit by a blaze in late July. (The Revere location is in the process of being rebuilt.) The new Bagel Bin Deli in Topsfield is open for breakfast and lunch daily, offering such items as bagels, waffles, omelets, salads, sandwiches, rice bowls, and steak tips.
The address for this new dining spot in Topsfield is: The Bagel Bin Deli, 30 Main Street, Topsfield, MA, 01983.
[Earlier Article]
Bagel Bin Deli in Revere Destroyed in Fire; Owner Plans to Rebuild
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
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According to an article in Wicked Local, the Bagel Bin Deli is now open in Topsfield, moving into the space on Main Street where The Daybreak Cafe had been. The post mentions that Hansi Vlladesi, who purchased the space from his uncle Billy, is part of the same Vlladesi family that ran the Bagel Bin Deli in Revere that was hit by a blaze in late July. (The Revere location is in the process of being rebuilt.) The new Bagel Bin Deli in Topsfield is open for breakfast and lunch daily, offering such items as bagels, waffles, omelets, salads, sandwiches, rice bowls, and steak tips.
The address for this new dining spot in Topsfield is: The Bagel Bin Deli, 30 Main Street, Topsfield, MA, 01983.
[Earlier Article]
Bagel Bin Deli in Revere Destroyed in Fire; Owner Plans to Rebuild
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
The Gallows to Open at Arsenal Yards in Watertown
A popular gastropub in Boston's South End is expanding to a second location, and this one will be coming to an upcoming complex just west of the city.
According to a press release, The Gallows is going to be opening at the Arsenal Yards in Watertown, with the place actually being a hybrid spot that includes doughnuts from Blackbird Doughnuts, which is under the same ownership. The release mentions that the restaurant and bar's new location will offer new food and drink concepts and that the space will include an outdoor patio that overlooks Arsenal Park on the Charles River. Expect to see such options as Scotch eggs, burgers, poutine, and a variety of cocktails at the new location of The Gallows at Arsenal Yards.
The Gallows is one of a number of restaurants and bars coming to Arsenal Yards, a mixed-use development located at the site of the old Arsenal Mall in East Watertown. Some food and drink spots announced for the complex include Tori Jiro, Pepe's Pizza, Condesa Restaurante Mexicano, Tender Greens, Shake Shack, Pokeworks, and City Works Eatery and Pour House.
The group behind The Gallows and Blackbird Doughnuts (The Gallows Group) also operates Banyan Bar & Refuge and Sally's Sandwiches.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
According to a press release, The Gallows is going to be opening at the Arsenal Yards in Watertown, with the place actually being a hybrid spot that includes doughnuts from Blackbird Doughnuts, which is under the same ownership. The release mentions that the restaurant and bar's new location will offer new food and drink concepts and that the space will include an outdoor patio that overlooks Arsenal Park on the Charles River. Expect to see such options as Scotch eggs, burgers, poutine, and a variety of cocktails at the new location of The Gallows at Arsenal Yards.
The Gallows is one of a number of restaurants and bars coming to Arsenal Yards, a mixed-use development located at the site of the old Arsenal Mall in East Watertown. Some food and drink spots announced for the complex include Tori Jiro, Pepe's Pizza, Condesa Restaurante Mexicano, Tender Greens, Shake Shack, Pokeworks, and City Works Eatery and Pour House.
The group behind The Gallows and Blackbird Doughnuts (The Gallows Group) also operates Banyan Bar & Refuge and Sally's Sandwiches.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
Proposal Being Looked at That Could Affect Joe's American Bar & Grill on the Boston Waterfront
A couple of years ago, it was reported that an investment firm purchased property along the Boston waterfront and that it was looking at a "complex redevelopment plan" that could affect a popular restaurant along the water. Now we have learned that the plans could involve actually replacing that dining spot.
NorthEndWaterfront.com is reporting (via a concept plan page from the company) that Tavistock is looking to construct an inn and a restaurant at Commercial Wharf by Christopher Columbus Park at the southern edge of the North End, with the plan being to replace the building in which Joe's American Bar & Grill is housed while also replacing a "partly burned" building at the site (the building was hit by a fire in 2011). The plan does not say which building would be used for the inn and which would be used for the restaurant, though it does give a bit more information on the site itself, saying that the redevelopment plans include a new pedestrian Harborwalk that would go the entire length of the pier. The article mentions that an information session on the proposal is slated to take place at Joe's on October 15.
The Tavistock Restaurant Collection, which is part of the Tavistock Group, operates Joe's American Bar & Grill.
[Earlier Article]
Tavistock Group Purchases Commercial Wharf Property on the Boston Waterfront
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
NorthEndWaterfront.com is reporting (via a concept plan page from the company) that Tavistock is looking to construct an inn and a restaurant at Commercial Wharf by Christopher Columbus Park at the southern edge of the North End, with the plan being to replace the building in which Joe's American Bar & Grill is housed while also replacing a "partly burned" building at the site (the building was hit by a fire in 2011). The plan does not say which building would be used for the inn and which would be used for the restaurant, though it does give a bit more information on the site itself, saying that the redevelopment plans include a new pedestrian Harborwalk that would go the entire length of the pier. The article mentions that an information session on the proposal is slated to take place at Joe's on October 15.
The Tavistock Restaurant Collection, which is part of the Tavistock Group, operates Joe's American Bar & Grill.
[Earlier Article]
Tavistock Group Purchases Commercial Wharf Property on the Boston Waterfront
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
Monday, September 30, 2019
Charlie's Junction Deli in Lynn Is Closing
It looks like a classic old breakfast and lunch spot on the North Shore will soon be shutting down.
According to a Facebook post from Julie Kramer of indie617, Charlie's Junction Deli in Lynn is closing its doors, possibly in two weeks, though another poster within the thread says that it plans to close sometime in the next month or so. The dining spot is a family-owned breakfast and lunch place that features such items as French toast, pancakes, omelets, bagels, hot dogs, ham and cheese sandwiches, BLTs, and more.
Charlie's Junction Deli has been in business for more than 20 years.
The address for this soon-to-close eatery in Lynn is: Charlie's Junction Deli, 65 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
According to a Facebook post from Julie Kramer of indie617, Charlie's Junction Deli in Lynn is closing its doors, possibly in two weeks, though another poster within the thread says that it plans to close sometime in the next month or so. The dining spot is a family-owned breakfast and lunch place that features such items as French toast, pancakes, omelets, bagels, hot dogs, ham and cheese sandwiches, BLTs, and more.
Charlie's Junction Deli has been in business for more than 20 years.
The address for this soon-to-close eatery in Lynn is: Charlie's Junction Deli, 65 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901.
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
Allston Property Containing Lulu's Is Up for Sale; Future of Restaurant Unknown
The future of a comfort food restaurant in Allston is up in the air, as the space in which it resides is on the market.
A brochure for "417-433 Cambridge Street" that was tweeted by @allstonratcity indicates that the property housing Lulu's is up for sale, with the executive summary within the brochure saying that it is "a premier redevelopment opportunity with strong in-place income...for sale or proposals for a joint-venture redevelopment of the property." The summary goes on to state that "While there is significant development value in 417-433 Cambridge Street, it is also advantageously leased to a diverse selection of retail tenants, providing investors with a return on their capital before and during the development process." At this point in time, it is not known exactly what will happen to the space where Lulu's resides, nor is it known when any redevelopment could happen, so for now, it appears that the restaurant will continue in operation.
Lulu's first opened in June of 2014 in the space where Cafe Brazil had been; the restaurant offers such items as salsa tots, warm pretzel rolls, deviled eggs, wild game chili, short rib mac and cheese, pork chops, grilled flank steak, pulled pork sandwiches, and more.
The address for Lulu's is 421 Cambridge Street, Allston, MA, 02134. Its website can be found at https://www.lulusallston.com
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
A brochure for "417-433 Cambridge Street" that was tweeted by @allstonratcity indicates that the property housing Lulu's is up for sale, with the executive summary within the brochure saying that it is "a premier redevelopment opportunity with strong in-place income...for sale or proposals for a joint-venture redevelopment of the property." The summary goes on to state that "While there is significant development value in 417-433 Cambridge Street, it is also advantageously leased to a diverse selection of retail tenants, providing investors with a return on their capital before and during the development process." At this point in time, it is not known exactly what will happen to the space where Lulu's resides, nor is it known when any redevelopment could happen, so for now, it appears that the restaurant will continue in operation.
Lulu's first opened in June of 2014 in the space where Cafe Brazil had been; the restaurant offers such items as salsa tots, warm pretzel rolls, deviled eggs, wild game chili, short rib mac and cheese, pork chops, grilled flank steak, pulled pork sandwiches, and more.
The address for Lulu's is 421 Cambridge Street, Allston, MA, 02134. Its website can be found at https://www.lulusallston.com
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
The Beacon Hill Pub in Boston May Be Replaced by a Fine-Dining Restaurant
A dive bar in the heart of Boston that closed down last year only to reopen under new ownership may be making way for a higher-end spot.
According to an article in the Beacon Hill Times, the Beacon Hill Pub could be replaced by a fine-dining restaurant, as its new owner--the Greater Boston Bar Co.--is working with Babak Bina of BiNA Family Hospitality (jm Curley, Bogie's Place, Bin 26 Enoteca), who will help the group bring in a new owner/operator for the planned opening of an upscale dining spot. The post mentions that the proposal includes replacing the six apartment units above the bar with 16 high-end executive suites.
It appears that plans for the Beacon Hill Pub space and the apartments will be looked at by the Beacon Hill Civic Association Zoning and Licensing Committee this week, while the Beacon Hill Architectural Commission will also need to approve the proposal as well. If approved, it may take 10 to 12 months to complete construction and rehabilitation of the property, according to the article.
The Beacon Hill Pub, which has been in business since at least the 1980s, is considered one of the few dives left in or near Boston's downtown area; the group that took over ownership of the place also took over The Tam in the Theatre District, Sullivan's Tap near North Station, and Mary Ann's in Brighton's Cleveland Circle.
The address for the Beacon Hill Pub is 149 Charles Street, Boston, MA, 02114.
[Earlier Articles]
The Beacon Hill Pub in Boston Has Reopened
Beacon Hill Pub in Boston Temporarily Closes, Plans to Reopen Soon
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Slideshow--Ten Good Places to Get Beer in the Boston Area]
According to an article in the Beacon Hill Times, the Beacon Hill Pub could be replaced by a fine-dining restaurant, as its new owner--the Greater Boston Bar Co.--is working with Babak Bina of BiNA Family Hospitality (jm Curley, Bogie's Place, Bin 26 Enoteca), who will help the group bring in a new owner/operator for the planned opening of an upscale dining spot. The post mentions that the proposal includes replacing the six apartment units above the bar with 16 high-end executive suites.
It appears that plans for the Beacon Hill Pub space and the apartments will be looked at by the Beacon Hill Civic Association Zoning and Licensing Committee this week, while the Beacon Hill Architectural Commission will also need to approve the proposal as well. If approved, it may take 10 to 12 months to complete construction and rehabilitation of the property, according to the article.
The Beacon Hill Pub, which has been in business since at least the 1980s, is considered one of the few dives left in or near Boston's downtown area; the group that took over ownership of the place also took over The Tam in the Theatre District, Sullivan's Tap near North Station, and Mary Ann's in Brighton's Cleveland Circle.
The address for the Beacon Hill Pub is 149 Charles Street, Boston, MA, 02114.
[Earlier Articles]
The Beacon Hill Pub in Boston Has Reopened
Beacon Hill Pub in Boston Temporarily Closes, Plans to Reopen Soon
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Slideshow--Ten Good Places to Get Beer in the Boston Area]
Courtside in East Cambridge Is Closing
One of the few remaining dive bars in Cambridge is shutting down.
According to a source, Courtside on Cambridge Street in East Cambridge is planning to close, with a few social media thread mentioning this as well, including one poster saying what our source said, that it could be shuttering as early as today. The closure of the bar appears to be connected to an accessibility issue, though we are trying to confirm the exact details of this issue, so stay tuned for updates.
Courtside is a decades-old bar that is known in part for its weekend karaoke; the Manta site indicates that it dates all the way back to 1943.
The address for Courtside is 291 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA, 02141.
[October 2 update: According to a source, it appears that Courtside has indeed closed for good, as the place was locked up and dark yesterday evening with a grate over the front.]
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Slideshow--Ten Good Places to Get Beer in the Boston Area]
According to a source, Courtside on Cambridge Street in East Cambridge is planning to close, with a few social media thread mentioning this as well, including one poster saying what our source said, that it could be shuttering as early as today. The closure of the bar appears to be connected to an accessibility issue, though we are trying to confirm the exact details of this issue, so stay tuned for updates.
Courtside is a decades-old bar that is known in part for its weekend karaoke; the Manta site indicates that it dates all the way back to 1943.
The address for Courtside is 291 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA, 02141.
[October 2 update: According to a source, it appears that Courtside has indeed closed for good, as the place was locked up and dark yesterday evening with a grate over the front.]
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Slideshow--Ten Good Places to Get Beer in the Boston Area]
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