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Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide
Wendy’s Begins Closures Of 140 Locations Nationwide Wendy’s has started planned closures of 140 restaurants across the US. The closures are part of a strategic effort to streamline operations and focus on more profitable locations amid rising operational costs and stiff competition. Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner said the restaurant selected for closure are “outdated and located in underperforming areas,” according to CEO Today. The closures are expected to end by year's end. Two Ohio locations were among the first to close, according to the Dayton Daily News. Other locations of scheduled closures have not been released. Customers voiced frustr…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Denny's To Close 150 Restaurants Denny's To Close 150 Restaurants
Denny's To Close 150 Restaurants Restaurant chain Denny's plans to shut down as many as 150 of its locations. The company said half of the underperforming outlets will close by the end of the calendar year and the others will go out of business in 2025. Specific restaurants slated for closure have not yet been announced. In announcing the move, Denny's said customers have been ordering from restaurants less often. In addition to the closures, Denny’s will trim the number of items on its menu from 97 to 46 and no longer require outlets to be open 24/7, according to a CNN report. Founded in 1954 in California as Dann…

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by Joe Lombardi
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TGI Friday's Closes At Least 12 Restaurants, Including New England Location TGI Friday's Closes At Least 12 Restaurants, Including New England Location
TGI Friday's Closes At Least 12 Restaurants, Including New England Location Casual dining chain TGI Fridays has closed at least a dozen of its restaurants in the last few weeks. Click here for a new, updated story: TGI Friday's Files For Bankruptcy Weeks After Sudden Closures Of At Least 12 Restaurants According to the company's website and other reports, the following locations are now listed as permanently closed: New York Middletown, 23 Crystal Run Crossing Poughkeepsie, 2594 South Road (Route 9) Clifton Park, 1 Southside Drive  Connecticut Enfield, Freshwater-Stateline Plaza, 130 Elm Street Pennsylvania Allentown,  395 S Ceda…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Wilmington Cafe Closes After 17 Years In Business Wilmington Cafe Closes After 17 Years In Business
Wilmington Cafe Closes After 17 Years In Business The owners of As Good As It Gets, a popular cafe in Wilmington, announced they have decided to close the restaurant.  The 35 Lowell St. eatery announced the closure in a Facebook post over the weekend. Dear Customers and Friends,It is with heavy hearts that we let the community know that As Good As It Gets Cafe has closed, after 17 successful years. The current owners have chosen to retire, and close the restaurant at this time. We have been blessed to serve our wonderful and loyal Wilmington community for 7 of those 17 years, in an often challenging business. Much of our suc…

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by Josh Lanier
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'Heavy Hearts': Quincy Restaurant To Close After 41 Years Serving Tex-Mex Cuisine 'Heavy Hearts': Quincy Restaurant To Close After 41 Years Serving Tex-Mex Cuisine
'Heavy Hearts': Quincy Restaurant To Close After 41 Years Serving Tex-Mex Cuisine The owners of a popular Quincy Tex-Mex restaurant say they are closing the doors after 41 years in business so they can spend more time with their family.  The owners of La Paloma said in a Facebook post that they will close for good on June 29. The restaurant is located at 195 Newport Ave. in Quincy.  It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing that La Paloma will be closing our doors for good on June 29. We have been blessed to serve our community for the past 41 years. We have made a lot of great connections, memories and friends along the way through good times and bad. Mic…

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by Josh Lanier
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Boston Hot Dog Company Closing In Salem; Chef-Owner Teases New Restaurant Boston Hot Dog Company Closing In Salem; Chef-Owner Teases New Restaurant
Boston Hot Dog Company Closing In Salem; Chef-Owner Teases New Restaurant The Boston Hot Dog company will close its doors following the holiday weekend, but that's not the end for chef-owner Mike Denk. He has some cheesy plans for the location.  Denk announced his decision to close the 60 Washington St. restaurant in a lengthy Facebook post, calling the decision to close after Monday, May 27, "bittersweet." He is keeping the location, but reinventing his vision for it.  Denk calls it "Au Gratin." The new restaurant will have a "scratch-made menu inspired by a love of cheese," he wrote.  But with every ending comes a new beginning, and he…

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by Josh Lanier
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'Tough Decision': Peabody Mexican Restaurant Closes After 5 Years; Second Location Remains Open 'Tough Decision': Peabody Mexican Restaurant Closes After 5 Years; Second Location Remains Open
'Tough Decision': Peabody Mexican Restaurant Closes After 5 Years; Second Location Remains Open A popular Mexican restaurant in Peabody announced on social media this week that it was closing so the owner could spend more time with his family.  La Siesta opened five years ago at 3 Main St. and has several positive reviews on Yelp and Google.  The restaurant said in an Instagram post on Wednesday, May 15, that it had closed its doors, but management welcomed their loyal customers to make the trip to 70 Woodside Ave. in Winthrop for the same level of service and quality.  Dear Peabody Community,We wanted to share some news with you all. After five wonderful yea…

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by Josh Lanier
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Dedham Restaurant Closes After 16 Years: 'We Have To Take Care Of Our Health' Dedham Restaurant Closes After 16 Years: 'We Have To Take Care Of Our Health'
Dedham Restaurant Closes After 16 Years: 'We Have To Take Care Of Our Health' A popular Greek restaurant in Dedham shuttered its doors after more than 16 years in business this week.  The owners of Kouzina Estiatorio announced on Facebook on Wednesday, March 13, that they had made the difficult decision to close, but it was to take care of their health and family's well-being.  It is with a heavy heart that we are announcing that Kouzina Estiatorio will be closing our doors for good. We have been blessed to serve our community for the past 16+ years. We have made a lot of great connections, memories and friends along the way through good times and bad.…

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by Josh Lanier
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'Truly Grateful': Milton Restaurant To Close In Spring 'Truly Grateful': Milton Restaurant To Close In Spring
'Truly Grateful': Milton Restaurant To Close In Spring A Milton restaurant recently announced that it will be closing later this year after it couldn't extend its lease.  Owners of The Plate, at 10 Bassett St., posted on Facebook that "fortune" was not on their side during negotiations to remain at their current location. But they thanked the community for their years of support.  After twelve years of serving Milton and the surrounding communities, first at our original Central Ave location and for the past eight years above the Milton Fruit Center, the plate will be closing. While we hoped to extend our lease, fortune was simpl…

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by Josh Lanier
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'Sad News': Cambridge Restuarant To Close After 4 Years 'Sad News': Cambridge Restuarant To Close After 4 Years
'Sad News': Cambridge Restuarant To Close After 4 Years Vincent's in Cambridge has gone from an eclectic grocery store that sold used records and breakfast tacos to a popular restaurant with rave reviews. Now, they're pivoting again.  The restaurant announced on Instagram that it would close its doors on Feb. 29 after nearly four years in business at 233 Cardinal Medeiros Ave.  Sad news! After almost 4 years on the corner here, Vincent’s time is up. We’re locking it up for the last time on February 29th. When we opened up in May of 2020 selling groceries, wine, used records, and breakfast tacos, we didn’t know where we’d end up. I…

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by Josh Lanier
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Italian Steakhouse In Boston Closing After 16 Years, New Eatery To Take Its Place Italian Steakhouse In Boston Closing After 16 Years, New Eatery To Take Its Place
Italian Steakhouse In Boston Closing After 16 Years, New Eatery To Take Its Place The owners of an Italian steakhouse in Boston's West Roxbury neighborhood say they will close next month after 16 years in business.  In a Facebook post, the owners of Sofia Italian Steakhouse at 1430 VFW Parkway said they had sold the building, and it would be revamped into a new restaurant with a new concept.  Sofia will serve its last dinner on March 2.  After 16 happy and successful years, it is with a heavy heart that we have come to the difficult decision to have our... Posted by Sofia Italian Steakhouse on Monday, February 12, 2024 The owners did not say…

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by Josh Lanier
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Pizza Guru Portnoy Nearly Misses Out On Stoughton Staple Pizza Guru Portnoy Nearly Misses Out On Stoughton Staple
Pizza Guru Portnoy Nearly Misses Out On Stoughton Staple In his quest to "try them all until we've tried them all," Dave Portnoy recently reviewed a Stoughton staple set to close after nearly 70 years in business.  Portnoy visited Denneno's Pizza at 545 Pearl Street earlier this month. The beloved pizza restaurant will close its doors on Dec. 31, ending a 68-year run. But he almost left empty-handed if not for the kindness of a Canton woman who gave him one of her pies so he could try it for himself.  Dave Portnoy goes to Denneno's Pizza, a 68-year-old Stoughton pizzeria, before its doors forever on December 31st, and meets the nic…

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by Josh Lanier
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Beloved Stoughton Pizzeria To Close After 68 Years; 'The Time Has Come,' Owner Says Beloved Stoughton Pizzeria To Close After 68 Years; 'The Time Has Come,' Owner Says
Beloved Stoughton Pizzeria To Close After 68 Years; 'The Time Has Come,' Owner Says The Denneno family has spent the past seven decades perfecting their pizzas. Now, they say it's time for them to pick a new passion.  Mark Denneno, owner of the Stoughton pizzeria at 545 Pearl Street, announced on Instagram that the restaurant will close at the end of the year.  "The time has come for us as a family to make the difficult decision to close our family business," he wrote. "We are grateful for your patronage and support for the past 68 years. Times have definitely changed, as well as age, which has led us to this decision to close." Mark Denneno thanked his current and forme…

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by Josh Lanier
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Shawarma King Closes After More Than 30 Years In Brookline Shawarma King Closes After More Than 30 Years In Brookline
Shawarma King Closes After More Than 30 Years In Brookline A restaurant that brought Middle Eastern staples to Brookline has closed its doors.  In a heartfelt Facebook post, the owners of Shawarma King thanked their loyal customers of 34 years. The restaurant closed on Oct. 28.  Part of our catering order! Posted by Shawarma King on Saturday, January 19, 2013 We became a staple here in the Brookline community, and as much as you will miss us, we will miss you as well,” the note from the Kassab family read. “We were well known, not only for our food, but also our hospitality. Some of you became family to use, first you invited us into your hous…

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by Khier Casino
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Beloved Eastern Mass BBQ Eatery Closes, Community Sends Best Wishes To Owner Beloved Eastern Mass BBQ Eatery Closes, Community Sends Best Wishes To Owner
Beloved Eastern Mass BBQ Eatery Closes, Community Sends Best Wishes To Owner A popular Middlesex County barbeque restaurant announced that it was closing permanently, sparking messages of mourning and congratulations for the owner's future.  The Don's BBQ, located at 93 School Street in Watertown, announced that it was closed as of Wednesday, Aug. 30, according to posts on its social media website.  The Texas-style barbeque restaurant was known for its brisket as well as its New Orleans-style gumbo. "Brisket was Award Winning! Great smokey flavor, easy salt and pepper rub with a great bite to it, fat melted almost as quick as melted butter, tons of taste in the fa…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say
Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say Fans of a beloved hamburger restaurant were saddened to see that one of its locations closed for good.  Tasty Burger, a modern fast-food chain founded by a group of chefs, closed its North Station location for good, according to Google and multiple social media reports. The location is no longer listed on the Tasty Burger website.  The burger joint is known for its classic burgers, sandwiches, and hot dogs, but it also offers some specialty options. Guests can enjoy traditional burgers, or try one decked out in mushrooms, truffle oil, and steak sauce, or a gorgonzola burger topped with blu…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Boston Eatery With 26-Year History Shutters 1 Location, More Closures On The Way Boston Eatery With 26-Year History Shutters 1 Location, More Closures On The Way
Boston Eatery With 26-Year History Shutters 1 Location, More Closures On The Way An eatery that claims to have been "part of the fabric of Boston since the late 90's" is tapering down its number of locations.  Boloco, a modern Mexican restaurant with five locations across Massachusetts and New Hampshire, announced that it closed the doors of its location at 1080 Boylston Street in Boston permanently on Friday, Aug. 25, according to a post on Boloco's Facebook page.  The Boylston Street location, the business's first, opened in 1997 as "The Wrap." The business changed its name to Boloco in 2005.  "We've loved being part of the fabric of Boston since …

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Boston Eatery Calls Closing 'Violent, Stressful,' Said Landlord Tried To 'Drain' Them Boston Eatery Calls Closing 'Violent, Stressful,' Said Landlord Tried To 'Drain' Them
Boston Eatery Calls Closing 'Violent, Stressful,' Said Landlord Tried To 'Drain' Them A popular vegetarian restaurant announced it is closing one of its locations because of poor sales and an inflexible landlord.  Clover Food Lab, a vegetarian restaurant chain founded by Massachusetts Institute of Technology graduate Ayr Muir, announced that it was closing its Copley Square location in Boston's Back Bay "immediately" in a post made on its website on Thursday, Aug. 24. "I’m sad and really shook up, and just bummed," read the statement. "This is the second Clover we’ve ever closed, the first was in Brookline Village. That one was peaceful. This one is violent and really s…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Say Goodbye To Boston Eatery With 'Best Fried Chicken Sandwich' Say Goodbye To Boston Eatery With 'Best Fried Chicken Sandwich'
Say Goodbye To Boston Eatery With 'Best Fried Chicken Sandwich' A food hall eatery described as "truly one of the best culinary offerings in the city" will close after serving up a few more of its beloved fried chicken sandwiches.  Bisq Meats and Sandwiches, located in Time Out Market in Fenway, will close its doors permanently after Sunday, Aug. 20, according to a statement from Time Out Market.  Bisq, originally located in Cambridge before moving to Time Out Market, is perhaps best known for its meaty sandwiches. Sando options include a pork belly sandwich, a fried chicken sandwich, and a cubano. It also serves up turkey caesar wraps, crispy chicken …

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Somerville Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years, Bids Regulars Goodbye Somerville Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years, Bids Regulars Goodbye
Somerville Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years, Bids Regulars Goodbye A Middlesex County eatery announced the last day it will be open to customers, saying its business was no longer sustainable.   True Bistro, a plant-based restaurant located at 1153 Broadway in Somerville, will be closing after its final day of service on August 27, 2023, according to a post on the eatery's Facebook page.   "We have used all of the pandemic government funding we have received and we have still not reached pre-pandemic sales levels," the post read. "We just can't see any way forward at this point." Fans of the restaurant took to the comments section to share messages of he…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Needham Pizzeria With 27-Year History Closes, Community Loses 'A True Gem' Needham Pizzeria With 27-Year History Closes, Community Loses 'A True Gem'
Needham Pizzeria With 27-Year History Closes, Community Loses 'A True Gem' A family-owned business closed its doors and auctioned off its equipment amid outcries from saddened customers.   Brothers Pizza, located at 201 Reservoir Street in Needham, closed after 27 years of business on Friday, June 30, according to Yelp and multiple Facebook reports.  The pizzeria offered gourmet pizzas, calzones, and pasta dishes, as well as an array of sandwiches and entrees.  It was known for going "the extra mile," according to Yelp reviewers.  "Brothers Pizza does it right," wrote one Yelp reviewer. "They treat their customers like family. This kind of customer service is n…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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North Reading Eatery Announces Closure After 12 Years In Business North Reading Eatery Announces Closure After 12 Years In Business
North Reading Eatery Announces Closure After 12 Years In Business A beloved restaurant known for keeping its community fed with fresh seafood dishes announced that it would close within the month.  Joe's Fish Seafood Restaurant and Bar announced on Facebook that its Main Street North Reading location would close on July 30, 2023.  "The current economic landscape has not been conducive in supporting two locations of Joe Fish," reads the restaurant's statement. "Therefore, we are sadden[ed] to let you know that we will be closing our doors at our North Reading location." Joe's Fish is well-loved for freshly-prepared seafood dishes across a variety of flav…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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$2M Federal Tax Fraud Scheme: CT Restaurant Closes After Owner's Sentencing $2M Federal Tax Fraud Scheme: CT Restaurant Closes After Owner's Sentencing
$2M Federal Tax Fraud Scheme: CT Restaurant Closes After Owner's Sentencing A popular Connecticut restaurant has closed months after its part-owner's sentencing in a $2 million tax fraud scheme. Hartford County staple Ginza Japanese Restaurant posted on the door of its Wintonbury Mall hibachi location in Bloomfield that Friday, June 30 was its last day in business. The eatery cited an ending lease for its closure and thanked customers for their support through the years. Federal prosecutors say Ginza's part-owner, William Chen, and others who worked at Ginza and various area restaurants, deleted cash transactions to reduce the gross receipts and the amou…

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by Daily Voice
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Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service
Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service A pizza restaurant chain that used to heavily populate the Greater Boston Area now has no traces to the region.  Financial troubles have caused Flatbread Company to close their Bedford location after 18 years in business on Monday, June 26, according to the restaurant's website. The company said the location is "no longer viable" as the restaurant industry has drastically changed.   "We regretfully reach out to let you know that unfortunately our fires are out and will not be relit," a statement on the restaurant's website reads. "We can no longer continue to keep our fires burning to see …

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by David Cifarelli
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Heartbreak Spreads As Treasured North Shore Brunch Spot Closes After 13 Years Heartbreak Spreads As Treasured North Shore Brunch Spot Closes After 13 Years
Heartbreak Spreads As Treasured North Shore Brunch Spot Closes After 13 Years There are very few times that diners find a place that feels like a home away from home. However, that was the reality for many North Shore residents when they visited Willow Rest in Gloucester. Unfortunately, the owner of the signature breakfast and brunch spot has made the difficult decision to close for good. Melissa Donati was almost without words when she announced that Willow Rest would be shutting down on Wednesday, May 31.  "I really do not know what to say except I am sorry. Sorry because I loved our store. I loved our customers," she wrote in a Facebook post.  "The…

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by David Cifarelli
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National Pizza Chain Closes 1 Of 3 Boston Locations For Good National Pizza Chain Closes 1 Of 3 Boston Locations For Good
National Pizza Chain Closes 1 Of 3 Boston Locations For Good A national chain closed one of its six Massachusetts locations, sending fans of its lightning-fast pies to nearby stores. Blaze Pizza, a national pizza chain that offers customizable pizzas from an assembly line, closed its Theatre District location in Boston in late May, according to its website and a storefront sign one customer shared via Google reviews.  The pizzeria did not give an explanation for its closing, but a sign posted on the eatery's storefront pointed customers in the direction of its three nearby locations in Fenway, Cambridge, and Boston University. ✨180 second magi…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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North Andover Pizzeria Closes After 33 Years Of Business North Andover Pizzeria Closes After 33 Years Of Business
North Andover Pizzeria Closes After 33 Years Of Business A signature New England pizza brand closed a decades-old pizza shop while gearing up for a the public celebration of a new, state-of-the-art location. Sal's Pizza served up pizza at 409 Main Street in North Andover for 33 years before announcing the location's permanent closure on Monday, May 15, according to a release from the company. “We will cherish the memories of our customers, employees, and the North Andover community for years to come,” said Sal Lupoli, CEO and president of Sal’s Pizza. “We cannot thank the North Andover community enough for their support and hope they will come…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Penultimate Location Of Greater Boston Italian Food Chain Closing This Summer Penultimate Location Of Greater Boston Italian Food Chain Closing This Summer
Penultimate Location Of Greater Boston Italian Food Chain Closing This Summer A traditional Italian food chain will be reduced to one spot after its Concord location shuts down this summer, according to the restaurant's management group.  Papa Razzi Trattoria, located at 768 Elm Street in Concord, will officially close at the end of the restaurant's lease on July 31, according to a statement from Newport Restaurant Group (NRG). "This restaurant has been a beloved part of the Concord community for decades and a successful piece of our restaurant portfolio since 2012 when we purchased the Papa Razzi group of restaurants," Paul O'Reilly, president and CEO of NRG said i…

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by David Cifarelli
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Canton Cafe Known For Bar Pizza Closing After More Than 70 Years Of Service Canton Cafe Known For Bar Pizza Closing After More Than 70 Years Of Service
Canton Cafe Known For Bar Pizza Closing After More Than 70 Years Of Service A popular pizza spot in one town south of Boston with more than 70 years of experience is getting ready to close its doors.  Co-owner of Big D's Neponset Cafe in Canton Gary Titus confirmed the restaurant's closure on his Facebook, with many people commenting with quandaries about the cafe's fate. "Sorry to see it closing," one person wrote. "Have find another place to go to when I come up there." 11:11 ❤️ Posted by Gary Titus on Saturday, January 21, 2023 "A lot of personal and family memories," another person wrote. "It will be missed." The news of Big D's closure was further solid…

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by David Cifarelli
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'Three Devastating Years' Cause Watertown Italian Eatery To Close 'Three Devastating Years' Cause Watertown Italian Eatery To Close
'Three Devastating Years' Cause Watertown Italian Eatery To Close Struggles that began with the COVID-19 pandemic is causing a cornerstone of Watertown's dining scene to close.  Porcini's, located at 68 School Street in Watertown, announced on their website that the restaurant will permanently close on Saturday, Jan. 14 after 23 years of serving up pasta, seafood, and veal.  "The past 3 years have been devastating to our business, as we have struggled through the results of the COVID pandemic," the restaurant's statement read. "Like many restaurants, we tried to make things work, but unfortunately cannot keep this business going." Por…

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by Morgan Gonzales
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Beloved Italian Restaurant In Braintree Reopening…Kinda Beloved Italian Restaurant In Braintree Reopening…Kinda
Beloved Italian Restaurant In Braintree Reopening…Kinda A restaurant that has been closed since July is coming back to life, but not exactly how patrons might have expected.  Maria's Restaurant, an Italian and Greek eatery at 240 Quincy Avenue in Braintree, has new owners and a new name – but will allegedly be similar to the original restaurant that opened in 1950, according to Boston Restaurant Talk.  Braintree residents wondered why the restaurant, which advertises eggplant parmigiana, veal pizziola, and chicken ravioli, was not open for business in July, according to a post made in a Braintree Facebook group. The restau…

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by Morgan Gonzales