Che! Empanada Opens in the Former Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream Space in Cambridgeport

A small local group of dining spots featuring Argentinian food has expanded to a space along the Charles River.

According to a source, Che! Empanada is now open in Cambridge, moving into the space on Memorial Drive in the Cambridgeport section of the city that had been home to a location of Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream. The new location joins others in Newtonville and Worcester (2), and the business had also been residing within the La Fabrica Central space in Cambridge's Central Square as well, though it isn't known whether La Fabrica is still offering their empanadas.

The address for the new location of Che! Empanada is 808 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA, 02139. The website for Che! Empanada can be found at https://www.cheempanada.com/

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Che! Empanada Opens within La Fabrica Central in Cambridge's Central Square

A pair of dining spots featuring Argentinian food have been joined by a third outlet, and this one resides within a Spanish-Caribbean restaurant.

According to a source (Ari Herzog), Che! Empanada is now open in the La Fabrica Central space in Cambridge's Central Square, with a Facebook post from the business saying "WE ARE NOW OPEN at our NEW LOCATION in CAMBRIDGE!!! Come, Visit Us & Share with your Friends or Family our Delicious Empanadas, just in La Fabrica Central‼️ ARGENTILICIOUS!!" The new location of Che! Empanada joins its original in Worcester along with one in Newtonville which debuted last spring; La Fabrica Central has been in operation since 2017, taking over the space that had previously been home to Monroe, and before that, Naga and Moksa.

The address for the new location of Che! Empanada (and La Fabrica Central) is 450 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02139. The website for Che! Empanada can be found at https://www.cheempanada.com/ while the website for La Fabrica Central is at https://www.lafabricacentral.com/

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Che! Empanada Is Opening in Newtonville

A Worcester dining spot that features Argentinian food is expanding to the Boston area.

According to an article from Mass Live, Che! Empanada is planning to open in Newtonville, with a comment within the Village 14 site indicating that it will take over the former City Pizza & Pasta space on Washington Street. Based on the menu for the restaurant in Worcester's Kelley Square area, expect to see a variety of empanadas with beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and veggie fillings at the new location. 

Mass Live mentions that owner Albie Alvarez-Cote had hoped to open an outlet of Che! Empanada in Newton previously, but the deal fell through in March of 2020.

The address for the new location of Che! Empanada in Newtonville is 795 Washington Street, Newtonville, MA, 02460. The website for the Worcester location can be found at https://www.cheempanada.com/

[April 5 update: An Instagram post indicates that Che! Empanada is now open in Newtonville.]

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Tango Restaurant in Arlington Center Is Closing for Good

An Arlington mainstay that features a cuisine not commonly found in the Greater Boston area is shutting down permanently.

According to multiple sources, Tango Restaurant on Mass. Ave. in the center of town is closing its doors, confirming what we had heard last week. A Facebook post from the dining spot indicates that even though this appears to be a permanent closure, there could be at least a slight glimmer of hope down the road, as they say, "These last few months have been difficult in so many ways. But our hearts were filled by the outpouring of support from our customers, and the dedication and perseverance of our staff.....I hope one day we might be able to bring it all to life again." The last day for Tango will be Sunday, June 28, according to the Facebook post.

Tango first opened 18 years ago, featuring Argentinian fare with its menu including such items as grilled pork chorizo, empanadas, skirt steak, pork rib chops, grilled salmon, chicken milanese, stuffed red and green peppers, and crepes with caramel.

The address for Tango Restaurant in Arlington Center is 464 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, 02474. Its website can be found at http://tangoarlington.com/

by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)

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El Diez Argentinian Grill Food Truck to Debut in Boston

It looks like yet another new food truck is on its way to Boston, with this one featuring foods found in South America.

Eater Boston is reporting that El Diez Argentinian Grill is planning to hit the streets of the city, with the truck possibly being up and running later this month. A Facebook post from the truck indicates that it will be stationed at several spots in Boston, including in the West End, Financial District, Back Bay, and the Fenway, with a picture showing that it will offer empanadas, steak sandwiches, sausages, salads and grilled vegetables, and desserts.

[June 18 update: UrbanDaddy mentions that El Diez Argentinian Grill will debut next Tuesday (June 24), with the truck being part of an Argentine chain of eateries based in Mexico City.]

According to the EB article, El Diez Argentinian Grill may also be opening a brick-and-mortar restaurant in the area by the end of the year.

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Gabby's Restaurant and Lounge Opening in Braintree

A new restaurant is coming to Braintree, and it will be featuring a mix of Italian, American, and Argentinian fare.

According to their Facebook page, Gabby's Restaurant & Lounge is planning to open on Quincy Avenue on January 29, taking over the space where Pizza Party had been, and before that, GioMatti Ristorante. The new eatery looks to be a casual (but possibly slightly upscale) spot open for lunch and dinner, and their website mentions that Gabby's will offer catering for private parties and functions. The space will have a bar area, with entertainment including Friday night "open mic" nights.

Hours for Gabby's Restaurant & Lounge will be 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM Tuesday and Wednesday, 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM Thursday through Saturday, and 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Sundays.

[January 31, 2011, update: According to their Facebook page, Gabby's Restaurant & Lounge is now open.]

The address for this new restaurant in Braintree is: Gabby's Restaurant & Lounge, 462 Quincy Avenue, Braintree, MA, 02184. The phone number is (781) 348-6360. Their website can be found at: http://www.gabbysrestaurantandlounge.com/

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Tango in Arlington Expanding, Renovating; Will Re-Open Soon

Tango, an Argentinian restaurant in Arlington Center, is in the midst of renovations, including an expansion that should add much needed space to this small dining spot on Mass. Ave. As of late July, Tango remains closed while these renovations are taking place, but should be re-opening soon.

For those who have not yet been to Tango, the restaurant features a number of beef, chicken, and seafood dishes, with perhaps the wonderful steak dishes being its top draw.

More information should be coming soon on Tango's re-opening, so keep checking back over the coming days...