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Mass Eatery Featured On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Thriving Post-Show, Report Says Mass Eatery Featured On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Thriving Post-Show, Report Says
Mass Eatery Featured On 'Kitchen Nightmares' Thriving Post-Show, Report Says Over a decade after being featured on the television show “Kitchen Nightmares,” a Massachusets restaurant seems to have benefited from chef Gordon Ramsay’s visit. Olde Hitching Post, located in Plymouth County at 48 Spring Street in Hanson, is one of the lucky, once-failing restaurants that has survived and now seemingly thrives following its stint on the reality television show. The eatery, which serves up soups, salad, burgers, and much more, was featured on the reality show’s sixth season and aired in 2013. During the episode, the notoriously harsh Ramsay gave then-owner Tom a tongue…
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.…
This 80-Year-Old Bakery Named Best In Massachusetts By 'Elite' Yelpers This 80-Year-Old Bakery Named Best In Massachusetts By 'Elite' Yelpers
This 80-Year-Old Bakery Named Best In Massachusetts By 'Elite' Yelpers Come for the cannoli, stay for the entire display case. If you’re on the hunt for the best sweet treats around, look no further than Boston landmark Mike’s Pastry, the top-rated bakery in Massachusetts by Yelp’s Elite Squad. Located in the city’s historic North End on Hanover Street, Mike’s has been satisfying sweet tooths since 1946, when founder Michael Mercogliano began selling his “one-of-a-kind” cannoli. Easily recognized by its signature white box with blue font tied with a string bow, the bakery offers nearly a dozen varieties of the Italian pastry, including chocolate chip, pistac…
'Hands-Down Deserving': Greater Boston Pizza Joint Among 'All-Time Best' In US 'Hands-Down Deserving': Greater Boston Pizza Joint Among 'All-Time Best' In US
'Hands-Down Deserving': Greater Boston 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…
'Amazing Journey': Italian Restaurant To Close After 23 Years In Somerville 'Amazing Journey': Italian Restaurant To Close After 23 Years In Somerville
'Amazing Journey': Italian Restaurant To Close After 23 Years In Somerville A popular Italian seafood restaurant in Somerville's Davis Square has announced it will close after 23 years in operation.  The owners of Out of the Blue announced on Facebook that they would shutter the 215 Elm St. eatery.  It is with mixed emotions that we announce the closing of Out of the Blue. After 23 1/2 years it is time to say goodbye. It's been an amazing journey and we loved every minute of it. Our employees became family. Our customers became friends. The square became our neighborhood. We will cherish the memories we made along the way and hope you will too. And as we …
‘Bomb!’: California-Based Restaurant Opening 2 New Spots In Mass ‘Bomb!’: California-Based Restaurant Opening 2 New Spots In Mass
California-Based Baby Cafe Kitchen Opening In Massachusetts A restaurant based in California is bringing Hong Kong-style cuisine to two locations in Massachusetts. Baby Cafe Kitchen is planning to open up shop at 1006 Beacon St. in Brookline in February and one location at 128 Brighton Ave. in Boston’s Allston in April, Boston Restaurant Talk first reported. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Baby Cafe (@babycaferestaurants) The restaurant’s locations in Oakland Chinatown, Union City, and Emeryville, California, Hainan chicken rice, beef stew, rice cube, wings, salt and pepper squid, chow fu…
‘Mammoth Mac And Cheese’: Quincy Staple To Close After 16-Year Run ‘Mammoth Mac And Cheese’: Quincy Staple To Close After 16-Year Run
Quincy Staple Fat Cat To Close After 16-Year Run Grilled pork chops, smoked brisket, mac and cheese, and crab cakes — those are some of the menu items Quincy residents will be missing when The Fat Cat closes after 16 years. The restaurant, located at 1495 Hancock St. in Quincy, will be closing shop for good on Jan. 10, according to an announcement made on social media. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Fat Cat (@thefatcatquincy) “It's been an amazing 16 years that we wouldn't have made that long without you,” reads a Facebook post by The Fat Cat on Monday, Jan. 1. Dear F…
'This Is Spectacular': Pizza Aficiando Portnoy Raves About Chelmsford Pizzeria 'This Is Spectacular': Pizza Aficiando Portnoy Raves About Chelmsford Pizzeria
'This Is Spectacular': Pizza Aficiando Portnoy Raves About Chelmsford Pizzeria This one slice of pizza made Dave Portnoy's month. The Barstool Sports owner and one bite pizza reviewer said he built his recent trip back to Massachusetts around visiting this Chelmsford pizzeria, and it did not disappoint.  That pizzeria is Joanie's Pizza at 83 Parkhurst Road, which he rated an 8.4, one of his highest scores in recent reviews of Bay State restaurants.  Related: Pizza Guru Portnoy Gets Nostalgic Reviewing Chelsea Pizzeria "This is not good, not great, it's spectacular," he said. "... This made the whole trip. I don't care what happens the rest of the …
'Can't Get Enough': Waltham Mexican Eatery Makes Rare Second Appearance On Best In US List 'Can't Get Enough': Waltham Mexican Eatery Makes Rare Second Appearance On Best In US List
'Can't Get Enough': Waltham Mexican Eatery Makes Rare Second Appearance On Best In US List If you’re looking for a mouth-watering taco, you can’t go wrong with Taqueria El Amigo, the only spot in Massachusetts to make it on Yelp’s Best Places to Eat in America two years in a row. Taqueria El Amigo at 196 Willow Street in Waltham, about half an hour from Boston, landed at number 84 on Yelp’s 10th annual “Top 100 US Restaurants 2023.” The taqueria was ranked 60th last year, and the only shop from New England to make it on the list in 2022. Related: This Waltham Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America' Taqueria El Amigo’s taco especiales attracts lines out th…
‘We’re Kvelling’: Jewish Tavern With A Twist Named Best New Restaurant In Mass ‘We’re Kvelling’: Jewish Tavern With A Twist Named Best New Restaurant In Mass
‘We’re Kvelling’: Jewish Tavern With A Twist Named Best New Restaurant In Mass A range of food from the Jewish diaspora, lectures and workshops, and a Lactaid dispenser on the way to the restroom — that’s what diners are raving about at Lehrhaus in Somerville, which landed in Esquire’s best new restaurants in the country. The kosher bar, restaurant, and learning center first opened in May at 425 Washington Street. Lehrhaus' menu boasts a Simanim salad with greens, leeks, and squash, drizzled with pomegranate honey vinaigrette. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lehrhaus (@lehrhaustavern) Rodanchas, a tr…
'Fugget'bout it!' This Eatery Has The Best Cheeseburger In Massachusetts 'Fugget'bout it!' This Eatery Has The Best Cheeseburger In Massachusetts
'Fugget'bout it!' This Eatery Has The Best Cheeseburger In Massachusetts If you're full up on turkey and looking for a good cheeseburger, make your way to Cape Cod, where Yelp says you can find the best one in the state.  The review site put together the top cheeseburgers in every state in 2023, between January 1 and July 20, and The knack in Hyannis topped the list for the Bay State.  The Cape Cod high-end fast-food restaurant opened in 2002 by brothers Van and Michael Haidas, who grew up working at Cooke’s in Hyannis. Their parents owned the seafood staple until it closed in 2021 after 43 years. View this post on Instagram …
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…
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…
Eatery Named As Mass's Best Hole-in-the-Wall Breakfast Place By New Report Eatery Named As Mass's Best Hole-in-the-Wall Breakfast Place By New Report
Eatery Named As Mass's Best Hole-in-the-Wall Breakfast Place By New Report A Middlesex County restaurant that serves up some very loaded waffles has been named the best "Hole-in-the-Wall" breakfast place in Massachusetts by a new report.  Vic's Waffle House, located in Tewksbury at 283 Old Main St. (Route 38), was recognized as Massachusett's best hidden gem for breakfast by Cheapism's "Best Hole-in-the-Wall Breakfast Place in Every State."  According to the report, the eatery serves up waffles that are "anything but ordinary." Choices offered on the restaurant's menu include waffles loaded with fresh fruit such as peaches and apples; a bacon-stuffed waffle toppe…
This Randolph Pizzeria Named Best For Regional Style By New Report This Randolph Pizzeria Named Best For Regional Style By New Report
This Randolph Pizzeria Named Best For Regional Style By New Report 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…
Somerville's 'Worst Pizza In America' Sells Out — Again — After Viscious Portnoy Review Somerville's 'Worst Pizza In America' Sells Out — Again — After Viscious Portnoy Review
Somerville's 'Worst Pizza In America' Sells Out — Again — After Viscious Portnoy Review There's no such thing as bad publicity. The owner of the Somerville pizza shop dubbed "the worst pizza place in America" by Dave Portnoy says business is booming. Dragon Pizza posted on Facebook that they had to close on Tuesday, Sept. 5, because they were sold out of pizzas and needed time to restock and prepare for the next rush. In fact, the 233 Elm Street pizzeria has sold out nearly every day since the one bite heard around the world last week and had standing lines stretching outside the Davis Square building. Another Day ! SOLD OUT , thank you so much keep supporting us! Sorry …
Eatery Beloved In Central Mass Plans Grand Opening For New Brookline Location Eatery Beloved In Central Mass Plans Grand Opening For New Brookline Location
Eatery Beloved In Central Mass Plans Grand Opening For New Brookline Location Norfolk County diners will soon be able to get a bite from a popular Worcester steak and cheese shop as the restaurant plans to expand.  Specialty sandwich shop Ziggy Bombs is finishing renovations on a new location at 173 Amory Street in Brookline with an anticipated opening date of Sept. 15, Ziggy Bombs owner Mike Devish told Daily Voice.  The business has grown over the years, from pop-ups, to a food truck, to a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Worcester. It's now expanding to eastern Mass with its new Brookline location in the building formerly occupied by Boston House of Pizza. Zig…
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 …
Beloved Needham Eatery Announces Closure After More Than 30 Years Beloved Needham Eatery Announces Closure After More Than 30 Years
Beloved Needham Eatery Announces Closure After More Than 30 Years An eatery known for its huge portions is closing, much to the sadness of patrons who say it had the "best chicken salad sandwiches, hands down, anywhere."  Mighty Subs, a sandwich shop located at 250 Highland Avenue in Needham, is closing on Friday, July 28 after 33 years in business, according to social media and Yelp reports.  The shop lived up to its slogan of "our small is their large," serving up massive versions of classic sandwiches, including subs loaded with meatballs, chicken salad, or roast beef.  "The size of the subs are large enough to feed 2 normal people or 1 hungry adult …
Malden Eatery With 15-Year History Closes, Community Mourns, Shares Memories Malden Eatery With 15-Year History Closes, Community Mourns, Shares Memories
Malden Eatery With 15-Year History Closes, Community Mourns, Shares Memories A Middlesex County restaurant and bar announced that it would close its doors for the last time, sparking an outpouring of shared fond memories and good times. John Brewer's Tavern, an American-style restaurant and bar with three eastern Massachusetts locations, announced on Facebook that it would close its Malden restaurant, located at 7 Highland Avenue, at the end of the day on Monday, July 24. "Closing is not an easy thing to do, but it is the right decision at this time, for our family and our other locations," wrote owners Bill and Sue Honeycutt in a Facebook post.  The eatery was kn…
Boston Eatery Named Among Best In Nation For Italian Cuisine Boston Eatery Named Among Best In Nation For Italian Cuisine
Boston Eatery Named Among Best In Nation For Italian Cuisine A local Boston eatery is known for having a line and not accepting credit cards or reservations, but its food, service, and ambiance granted it a place among the best Italian restaurants in the country, according to Tasting Table. Giacomo's, a family-owned and operated Italian eatery located at 355 Hanover Street in Boston's North End, was ranked among the top 20 best Italian restaurants in the US by the food and recipe site Tasting Table. The eatery is a fixture in Boston's North End, offering tasty variations on traditional Italian dishes.  Diners can choose from an array of pasta optio…
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…
North Andover Gets Treated To New Location Of 'Best Cookies In Massachusetts' North Andover Gets Treated To New Location Of 'Best Cookies In Massachusetts'
North Andover Gets Treated To New Location Of 'Best Cookies In Massachusetts' What started as a beloved food truck is now a successful small chain with six locations, each serving up giant cookies that rival the size of the brand's positive reputation.  A true Boston business with a name to prove it, Cookie Monstah Bake Shop is bringing its signature cookies and giant ice cream sandwiches to North Andover via a new brick-and-mortar bake shop that opened on Tuesday, June 6, according to Cookie Monstah's Facebook page.  Created by Missy Gale, a Boston University graduate, mother of four and self-described "lifelong foodie," Cookie Monstah serves up a variety of fresh-…
Mass Eatery Makes Yelp's Top 100 Burgers, But There's No Meat In Sight Mass Eatery Makes Yelp's Top 100 Burgers, But There's No Meat In Sight
Mass Eatery Makes Yelp's Top 100 Burgers, But There's No Meat In Sight Just in time for national burger day on May 28, Yelp released its list of top 100 burgers in the US, and a Massachusetts eatery made the cut.  Yelp's list features bigger-than-ever burgers, fusion-style burgers, and some burgers that barely warrant the name (the number 13 restaurant serves up burgers in tortillas), but Veggie Galaxy in Cambridge offers up traditional diner comfort food - albeit with one major twist.  Veggie Galaxy serves standard diner fare seven days a week, but every dish is made 100% meat-free, and every menu item can be made vegan, according to the eatery's website.  …
New Restaurant Heads To Watertown, Replacing 'Old School' Watertown Dive New Restaurant Heads To Watertown, Replacing 'Old School' Watertown Dive
New Restaurant Heads To Watertown, Replacing 'Old School' Watertown Dive Watertown's next eatery is hiring staff to prepare to serve the community.  Olespana Whiskey & Tap(as) promises authentic Spanish cuisine and a "unique" style bar in a location near Arsenal Mall in Watertown, according to a LinkedIn hiring post.  The restaurant will be housed in the former Mt. Auburn Grill space, according to Boston Restaurant Talk.  Mt. Auburn was an "old school" spot with dive bar energy, according to multiple Yelp reviews.  The new Spanish restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner. 
3 Massachusetts Hotels Make Yelp's 'Top 100 Places To Stay' List 3 Massachusetts Hotels Make Yelp's 'Top 100 Places To Stay' List
3 Massachusetts Hotels Make Yelp's 'Top 100 Places To Stay' List Guests can check into three Massachusetts hotels and expect a five-star experience knowing that Yelp ranked them of the highest in America. Yelp's list of top 100 places to stay in America for 2023 was released on Wednesday, May 16 and multiple Massachusetts hotels made the cut. Ranked based on factors that include total volume and ratings of Yelp reviews, the list helps travelers choose where to stay with confidence.  A Somerville stay nearly tops Yelp's list, coming in at the number two spot. The Cambria Somerville, located at 515 Somerville Avenue, brings "a true experience of our neigh…
Seven Sandwich Shops In Boston That Stack Higher Than The Rest Seven Sandwich Shops In Boston That Stack Higher Than The Rest
Seven Sandwich Shops In Boston That Stack Higher Than The Rest The perfect sandwich can be hard to find, but thankfully Boston has a plethora of sub shops that specialize in everything from lobster rolls to corned beef.  With so many options throughout the city, it can be hard to determine which shops truly reign supreme. So, we have compiled a list of the top seven sandwich shops in Boston based on Yelp ratings, customer reviews and additional press.  1.) American Provisions (South Boston, Dorchester) American Provisions only offers the best. Whether it is artisan cheeses and cured meats or natural wine and craft beer, customers at this neighborhood…
Somerville Natural Wine Bar Crowd-Funds Expansion That's 'Years In The Making' Somerville Natural Wine Bar Crowd-Funds Expansion That's 'Years In The Making'
Somerville Natural Wine Bar Crowd-Funds Expansion That's 'Years In The Making' A wine bar with dreams of becoming a bottle shop is making its "glow-up" happen with the help of patrons who want to give support - and get rewards.  Rebel Rebel, which opened in 2018 in Somerville's Bow Market, has raised over $20,000 for a new liquor license and a new, larger space for its sister business, "Wild Child," that will be "spitting distance" away from its old location, according to the wine bar's Nu Market fundraiser.  Donors to Rebel Rebel's plans to expand get more than just a sense of generosity, however, they also get 20% of their investment back in credits they can spend …