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Popular Fast Casual Dining Chain Files For Bankruptcy Popular Fast Casual Dining Chain Files For Bankruptcy
Popular Fast Casual Dining Chain Files For Bankruptcy A popular fast casual dining chain has filed for bankruptcy after months of reporting financial distress. BurgerFi International, Inc., announced the Chapter 11 filing on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The Florida-based company is also the parent company of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. All 144 locations of the two brands across the the nation will remain open and continue normal operations. BurgerFi makes up 93 of the eateries, and Anthony's the other 51. The Chapter 11 filing includes the 67 corporate-owned locations of both brands. "BurgerFi and Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings are dyn…
'I Just Need Little More Tang': Pizza Guru Portnoy Left Stumped By Milton Pizzeria 'I Just Need Little More Tang': Pizza Guru Portnoy Left Stumped By Milton Pizzeria
'I Just Need Little More Tang': Pizza Guru Portnoy Left Stumped By Milton Pizzeria Barstool Sports President Dave Portnoy thought he was being tricked.  Portnoy visited the Peel Pizza at 538 Adams St. for his "One Bite Pizza Review" YouTube show last week and couldn't believe he'd never been there. The restaurant is within walking distance of the original Milton office of Barstool Sports at 75 Adams Street, and it opened in 2013 when he and several others were plugging away at the original version of the sports and gambling website.  But how was the pizza? Good. Actually, better than good, teetering on the edge of great, he said.  Related: Portnoy Says Q…
'You'll Never Have To Leave': Pizza Guru Portnoy Gives Mass. Pizzeria Solid Score 'You'll Never Have To Leave': Pizza Guru Portnoy Gives Mass. Pizzeria Solid Score
Dave Portnoy Rates 'Classic Neighborhood Spot' Bravo Pizza It's all about personal preference, Dave Portnoy and the owner of a Quincy pizzeria waxed philosophically during one of the Barstool Sports CEO's latest "One Bite Pizza Reviews." Portnoy hit several pizzerias during his most recent, event-filled trip home to Massachusetts. His visit included taking the stage to sing "Revival" with the Zac Brown Band at Fenway Park and getting "lost at sea" (his words) off the coast of Nantucket and needing rescue by the Coast Guard.  Related: 'Capt'n Dave' Portnoy Rescued Off Mass. Coast After Boating Mishap He also stopped at Bravo Pizzeria at 5…
'Not My Vibe' Popular Pizza Guru Renders Verdict On 'Massachusetts Institution' 'Not My Vibe' Popular Pizza Guru Renders Verdict On 'Massachusetts Institution'
'Not My Vibe' Popular Pizza Guru Renders Verdict On 'Massachusetts Institution' Despite slingin’ pies for nearly eight decades, this “Massachusetts institution” didn’t quite impress self-proclaimed pizza expert Dave Portnoy. The 47-year-old Barstool Sports owner found himself in Essex County, at Tripoli Pizza & Bakery in Lawrence, for the latest edition of his “One Bite Pizza Reviews” YouTube series that was posted Tuesday, July 16. Founded by the Zappala family in 1924, the business started selling fresh bread and Italian pastries from its Common Street bakery. In 1944, they introduced their signature thin-crust pies on the coast at Salisbury Beach, which proved t…
Mass Pizzeria Dubbed 'Culinary Gem' Serves Up Best Pies In The US: Report Mass Pizzeria Dubbed 'Culinary Gem' Serves Up Best Pies In The US: Report
Mass Pizzeria Dubbed 'Culinary Gem' Serves Up Best Pies In The US: Report A Massachusetts eatery that offers both pizza and fresh oysters has been recognized by The New York Times as serving up some of the best pies – and most unique experiences – in America. The New York Times published its list, dubbed “22 of the Best Pizza Places in the United States” on Wednesday, July 26, highlighting fantastic pies across the country. Only one Massachusetts restaurant, located in Essex County was honored on the list, which reporter Brett Anderson describes as a “Neapolitan pizzeria crossed with a New England oyster bar.” The restaurant in question? Short & Main, loc…
'Hands-Down Deserving': Mass Pizza Joint Among 'All-Time Best' In US 'Hands-Down Deserving': Mass Pizza Joint Among 'All-Time Best' In US
'Hands-Down Deserving': Mass Pizza Joint Among 'All-Time Best' In US A Massachusetts eatery serving up delicious pies, which was recognized as the second-best pizza joint in the country, is continuing to receive rave reviews from customers. Ciao! Pizza & Pasta, located in the Suffolk County city of Chelsea, was awarded spot No. 2 on Yelp’s "All-Time Top Pizza Spots" in the United States and Canada for 2023. Now, one year on, it appears to be holding steady, still receiving four- and five-star reviews from diners near and far. Ciao! opened in 2015 and was the neighborhood’s first and only wood-fired pizzeria, setting it apart from nearby restaurants. …
6 Mass Pizza Joints Rank Among Top 100 In US 6 Mass Pizza Joints Rank Among Top 100 In US
6 Mass Pizza Joints Rank Among Top 100 In US A handful of Massachusetts pizza restaurants are cranking out some of the best pies in the nation, a new ranking announced. Yelp’s Top 100 Pizza Spots list, which ranks the best of the best places to get pizza in the US, has released its 2024 list — and Massachusetts is well-represented. The rankings, which Yelp says were determined by several factors, including “the total volume and number of 5-star reviews each business had that were written by members of the Yelp Elite Squad.” Six local eateries made the cut: No. 33 - Russell House Tavern, located in Cambridge: Offering classics…
Pizza Portnoy Ends South Shore Bar Pie Journey On High Note With Randolph Pizzeria Pizza Portnoy Ends South Shore Bar Pie Journey On High Note With Randolph Pizzeria
Hoey's Pizza Gets An 'Hooah' From Dave Portnoy Dave Portnoy finished his tour of South Shore bar pizza by visiting somewhere you wouldn't expect to find a pizzeria.  The Barstool Sports owner visited Hoey's, tucked away inside the AmVets at 9 Amvets Lane in Randolph. And the pie didn't disappoint.  Dave finishes the South Shore Bar Pie trip at Hoey's, a pizza place inside the Randolph AmVet.  One Bite Pizza Reviews Portnoy didn't go into great detail about what he liked about Hoey's pizza. He took issue with the "floppy" factor, but he enjoyed the pizza overall.   He gave the restaurant a 7.6, a respectabl…
Pizza-Guru Portnoy Puts 90-Year-Old Weymouth Pizzeria On 'Must Hit List' Pizza-Guru Portnoy Puts 90-Year-Old Weymouth Pizzeria On 'Must Hit List'
Pizza-Guru Portnoy Puts 90-Year-Old Weymouth Pizzeria On 'Must Hit List' Pizza reviewer Dave Portnoy said a Weymouth pizzeria is a must-visit if only for the "vibes."  The Barstool Sports owner recently reviewed a pie from Denly Gardens Old World Pizza at 25 Lake Street. It's a spot he's been recommended multiple times but is just now getting around to it. After seeing inside the restaurant, he said he wished he'd gotten to it sooner.  Related: Dave Portnoy Says Chelmsford Pizzeria Is His New Standard "The inside of (Denly Gardens) is an instant point to 2 point — how old school, how bar — the fact they've been around 90 years," Portnoy said.&n…
Pizza Guru Portnoy Nearly Misses Out On Stoughton Staple Pizza Guru Portnoy Nearly Misses Out On Stoughton Staple
Dave Portnoy Reviews Denneno's Pizza In Stoughton 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…
Conan O'Brien Visits Popular CT Pizzeria: 'Thank You For An Amazing Meal!' Conan O'Brien Visits Popular CT Pizzeria: 'Thank You For An Amazing Meal!'
Conan O'Brien Visits Popular CT Pizzeria: 'Thank You For An Amazing Meal!' A comedy legend stopped by an iconic eatery in New England for what he described as an “amazing meal." Massachusetts' own Conan O’Brien, age 60, a native of Brookline, visited Connecticut on Tuesday, Dec. 19, where he grabbed a slice at Modern Apizza in New Haven before taking time out for a photo with owner Bill Pustari. O’Brien even autographed and drew a doodle of himself on a pizza box, thanking the “gang at Modern” for “an amazing meal.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Modern Apizza (@modernapizza) This isn’t th…
Biggest Food, Beverage Trends Revealed In 2023 Grubhub Delivered Report Biggest Food, Beverage Trends Revealed In 2023 Grubhub Delivered Report
Biggest Food, Beverage Trends Revealed In 2023 Grubhub Delivered Report An analysis of orders from diners across the US in 2023  by Grubhub has uncovered the biggest food and beverage trends of the year. Spoiler alert: Spice is nice. In 2023, over 53 million items were ordered with added spice, the report on deliveries says.  Classic favorites like Sriracha (a sauce made from chili peppers) were added over 91,000 times, and buffalo chicken wings came in first as the most ordered wing flavor followed by lemon pepper, BBQ, teriyaki and garlic parmesan. The report notes that in 2023 diners enjoyed stepping out of their comfort zones and break…
‘I’m No Dave Portnoy’: Here’s Where To Find 'Life-Changing' Pizza In Massachusetts ‘I’m No Dave Portnoy’: Here’s Where To Find 'Life-Changing' Pizza In Massachusetts
‘I’m No Dave Portnoy’: Here’s Where To Find 'Life-Changing' Pizza In Massachusetts If you’re craving a hot slice of pizza during the cold winter weather, here are the best places to get a slice in Massachusetts, according to Big 7 Travel. From Boston to Springfield, the travel site put together a list of the top pizza joints in the state. While the top-ranked spot is located in Boston, there are many others worthy of recognition. Related: Dave Portnoy Has 1 Word Review For Dino's Pizzeria In Wakefield The aptly named Salty Pig, near Back Bay and South End, is known for their build-your-own charcuterie board, which includes cured prosciutto, spreadable pork rillette…
‘Pinnacle Of Pizza’: Sally’s Apizza Opens Its First Mass Location In Woburn ‘Pinnacle Of Pizza’: Sally’s Apizza Opens Its First Mass Location In Woburn
‘Pinnacle Of Pizza’: Sally’s Apizza Opens Its First Mass Location In Woburn A staple pizzeria in New Haven, Connecticut, is ramping up its social media game ahead of its new location in Woburn. Sally's Apizza is opening a new spot at 300 Mishawum Drive on Thursday, Dec. 14, according to the Boston Globe. It’s the pizza shop’s first location in Massachusetts, but a Boston seaport location is set to open in 2024. Related: Pizzeria With 'Perfect' Pies Plans New Woburn Location Sally’s Apizza was founded by Salvatore “Sally” Consiglio in 1938. It serves specialty pies, including potato and rosemary pie, New Haven clam pie, and the “firebird” — mozzarella, tomato sau…
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…
These Mass Pizzerias Named Best For Regional Styles; Do You Agree? These Mass Pizzerias Named Best For Regional Styles; Do You Agree?
These Mass Pizzerias Named Best For Regional Styles; Do You Agree? Seven pizzerias have been recognized as the best in Massachusetts at specializing in specific regional styles, according to a new report by The Washington Post.  The eateries are included in a database compiled by the Post that lists the best pizzerias in each state specializing in Detroit, Neapolitan, New Haven, New York, Roman, Sicilian, and Tavern-style pizza. According to the report, they are: Best Detroit: Volo Craft Pizza, located in Swampscott at 152 Humphrey Street Best Neapolitan: Ciao! Pizza & Pasta, located in Chelsea at 59 Williams Street Best New Haven: Casa Pizzeria…
'Everything He Says Is A Lie': Portnoy Stokes Fued With Somerville Pizza Owner In New Interview 'Everything He Says Is A Lie': Portnoy Stokes Fued With Somerville Pizza Owner In New Interview
'Everything He Says Is A Lie': Portnoy Stokes Fued With Somerville Pizza Owner In New Interview Barstool Sports President and part-time pizza reviewer Dave Portnoy called out the owner of Dragon Pizza a week after the two had a shouting match in front of the Somerville pizzeria.  In a new interview on "The Kirk Minihane Show," Portnoy said owner Charlie Redd misrepresented what happened that day in front of the 233 Elm Street pizzeria. The "One Bite Pizza Review" host blamed Redd for causing their now-viral screaming match and said he should accept the repercussions.  "You inserted yourself into this pizza review that was not a hostile review," Portnoy said. "I hated the pizza. ... I…
Pizza Pundit Dave Portnoy Ranks Watertown, Belmont Pizzerias; How Did They Stack Up? Pizza Pundit Dave Portnoy Ranks Watertown, Belmont Pizzerias; How Did They Stack Up?
Pizza Pundit Dave Portnoy Ranks Watertown, Belmont Pizzerias; How Did They Stack Up? Massachusetts native and pizza guru Dave Portnoy has been eating his way through The Bay State recently with his famed "One Bite Pizza" Reviews. The state has provided the only perfect 10 from the irascible reviewer, so are these two new beloved additions to his pantheon of pie, or did they flop like a greasy slice?  Related: Dave Portnoy Calls Somerville Pizzeria "Worst In America" Pizza Roma in Watertown Portnoy sent Watertown social media groups ablaze after he was spotted filming outside Pizza Roma in Watertown. Co-owner Christine Aufiero told Daily Voice last week that she was waitin…
Pizzeria With 'Perfect' Pies Plans 2 New Mass Locations Pizzeria With 'Perfect' Pies Plans 2 New Mass Locations
Pizzeria With 'Perfect' Pies Plans 2 New Mass Locations A restaurant chain founded 85 years ago is bringing its iconic "oven-kissed" charred pizzas to two Massachusetts communities.  Sally's Apizza, a Connecticut-based eatery that specializes in New Haven-style pizza, is planning to open a Woburn location in 2023 and a Boston seaport location in 2024, according to documents on the company's site.  The eatery's menu includes three classic pizzas, including mozzarella and tomato sauce pie, tomato sauce pie, and white pie.  Never gets old. #food #pizza #italian Posted by Sally's Apizza on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 Diners who crave toppings g…
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…
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 …
Salem Eatery Moves To Swampscott, Customers Rave Over 'Hands-Down Best Pizza In The Area' Salem Eatery Moves To Swampscott, Customers Rave Over 'Hands-Down Best Pizza In The Area'
Salem Eatery Moves To Swampscott, Customers Rave Over 'Hands-Down Best Pizza In The Area' A popular pizza restaurant settled down in a new location after two relocations. Renzo's Pizzeria, originally located in Revere, picked up and moved from the Willows in Salem to a new Swampscott location in the middle of May, according to a post on the restaurant's Facebook.  The pizzeria is now situated at 197 Essex Street, offering dine-in pies as well as pickup and delivery.  Renzo's serves up brick oven pizza with a variety of optional toppings, served by the slice or by the pie. Along with its classic pizza, the eatery serves up hot dogs, chicken or beef sliders, calamari, onion ring…
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…
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…
History In The Baking: Boston Ranks Among Best Pizza Cities In America History In The Baking: Boston Ranks Among Best Pizza Cities In America
History In The Baking: Boston Ranks Among Best Pizza Cities In America Pizza aficiona-doughs can get some of America's best pies in Boston, a study from Clever found.   No matter how you slice it, Boston was selected as the third best city in America for pizza by Clever, but the city had especially high scores in number of pizza places per resident, wide variety of pies, and good pizza reputation.  Boston scored higher than average for in all of the study's metrics.  The city ranked high for pizza access, with 12.3 pizza places per 100,000 people, a higher proportion than 46% of the studied cities.  Outperforming any other New Englan…
Chef Bringing 'High-Quality, Natural' Italian Food To 2 New CT Locations Chef Bringing 'High-Quality, Natural' Italian Food To 2 New CT Locations
Chef Bringing 'High-Quality, Natural' Italian Food To 2 New CT Locations A chef who has already served fresh, authentic Italian food to a Massachusetts city for nearly two decades is expanding to two all-new locations in Connecticut.  The owners behind Gran Gusto, a restaurant located in Cambridge, Massachusetts at 90 Sherman St. since 2007, will soon be opening two new locations in both New Haven and West Hartford, Connecticut, according to owner and partner Cait Danahy.  The West Hartford location is expected to open in April at 111 Memorial Rd. in Blue Back Square, and the New Haven location will open soon after in late April or early May at 278 Park St. on …
Iconic Pizzeria Opens New Shops Far From Its Connecticut Roots, With Locale In Florida Planned Iconic Pizzeria Opens New Shops Far From Its Connecticut Roots, With Locale In Florida Planned
Iconic Pizzeria Opens New Shops Far From Its Connecticut Roots, With Locale In Florida Planned An iconic Connecticut-based pizzeria chain is reportedly going to open a new location in Florida, according to Naples Florida Weekly. Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana has plans to open in the Sunshine State, a Trinity Commercial Group representative confirmed to the news outlet. “We have no immediate plans to search in SW Florida for Frank Pepe’s but we have signed some leases in Southeast Florida and continue to actively search on this [east] coast,” the group emailed Naples Florida Weekly.  The pizzeria chain currently lists Plantation, Florida, as a location on its jobs page. P…
Barstool's Dave Portnoy Rates Greater Boston Area Pizzeria...Sorta Barstool's Dave Portnoy Rates Greater Boston Area Pizzeria...Sorta
Barstool's Dave Portnoy Rates Greater Boston Area Pizzeria...Sorta Dave Portnoy seemed to be more excited about a Boston-area pub and his own hair than the restaurant he was actually reviewing. The Barstool Sports CEO stopped by Max and Leo's in Newton and spent more time asking if his hair made him "look like a lesbian, not that there's anything wrong with that."  Portnoy also made comments about the legendary Buff's Pub down the street. Aside from these shenanigans, Portnoy did say the pie from Max and Leo's had good undercarriage, and ultimately gave it a 7.6. Portnoy noted the pizzeria, including Stella's, had strong pies, and ultimatel…