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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…
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': 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…
'This Is Spectacular': Pizza Aficiando Portnoy Raves About Mass Pizzeria 'This Is Spectacular': Pizza Aficiando Portnoy Raves About Mass Pizzeria
'This Is Spectacular': Pizza Aficiando Portnoy Raves About Mass 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': Mass Mexican Eatery Makes Rare Second Appearance On Best In US List 'Can't Get Enough': Mass Mexican Eatery Makes Rare Second Appearance On Best In US List
'Can't Get Enough': Mass 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 …
20-Year-Old Chinese Restaurant In Western Mass Closes Its Doors 20-Year-Old Chinese Restaurant In Western Mass Closes Its Doors
20-Year-Old Chinese Restaurant In Western Mass Closes Its Doors A 20-year-old family-run Chinese restaurant in Hampshire County announced that it has shuttered its doors.  Related: Springfield Foodies Fight Over Best Chinese Food In City China Wok Express in Northampton, which boasts several glowing reviews on Google and Yelp!, announced that it had closed on Oct. 30 on Facebook.  Dear Friends,We are announcing the closing of China Wok Express. The last day of business will be Monday, October 30th, 2023. We want to thank all of you for supporting us over the past two decades. Some of you may have just found us, while others have been din…
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 Western Mass Pizzeria Among Best For Regional Styles By New Report This Western Mass Pizzeria Among Best For Regional Styles By New Report
This Western Mass Pizzeria Among Best For Regional Styles 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 Mass Pizza Owner In New Interview 'Everything He Says Is A Lie': Portnoy Stokes Fued With Mass Pizza Owner In New Interview
'Everything He Says Is A Lie': Portnoy Stokes Fued With Mass 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 …
Springfield Foodies Fight Over Best Chinese Food In City — Here's Who Won Springfield Foodies Fight Over Best Chinese Food In City — Here's Who Won
Springfield Foodies Fight Over Best Chinese Food In City — Here's Who Won A Facebook comment went semi-viral in a Facebook group when it sparked a lively, spirited, and occasionally pointed debate over what restaurant served the best Chinese food in Springfield.  Nancy Trace posted a comment last week looking for suggestions of where to grab a decent bite to eat after finding the city's Chinese options lackluster since moving from Connecticut last year. What followed was a more than 150-comment avalanche of opinions from Springfield foodies.  The winner? Wong Wok at 749 Summer Avenue took home the top prize as the most suggested option fo…
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.  …
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…
Che! Empanada To Open 2nd Worcester Location In Early May Che! Empanada To Open 2nd Worcester Location In Early May
Che! Empanada To Open 2nd Worcester Location In Early May Che! Empanada, the Argentinian restaurant, announced Monday, April 24, that it would open another store in Central Massachusetts.  Management of the restaurant said it would open a location across from Lincoln Plaza at 536 Lincoln St the week of May 8th. Though, they have no exact date.  Exciting news, Worcester! Che Empanada is expanding 🎉Our new location at 536 Lincoln St, right across Lincoln Plaza, is... Posted by Che Empanada on Monday, April 24, 2023 Albie Alvarez-Cote opened the first Che! Empanada at 19 Kelley Square in Worcester in 2021 and a second location in Newton a year …
Best Pizza In MA: These Pizzerias Named On Yelp's New List Of Top 100 In US Best Pizza In MA: These Pizzerias Named On Yelp's New List Of Top 100 In US
Best Pizza In MA: These Pizzerias Named On Yelp's New List Of Top 100 In US It's Super Bowl Sunday and there's one fanfare you should have at your football party: pizza from some of the best pizza shops in Massachusetts. Yelp put out their list of the top pizza spots in the US and Canada and several from the Bay State made it on the list.  The first is Ciao! Pizza & Pasta in Chelsea, which ranked number two on the list. The shop opened with the goal of "serving an under served community" since 2015, according to their website.  Ciao! Pizza & Pasta is located at 59 Williams Street in ChelseaGoogle Maps Street View "Every time I've been here, not only ha…
4 Massachusetts Eateries Make Yelp's List Of Top 100 US Restaurants For 2022 4 Massachusetts Eateries Make Yelp's List Of Top 100 US Restaurants For 2022
4 Massachusetts Eateries Make Yelp's List Of Top 100 US Restaurants For 2022 Massachusetts has lots to offer the local foodie, but the Mass food scene has attracted national attention. The Yelpers have spoken – four Massachusetts eateries made it to a list of America's top 100 restaurants. Sarma in Somerville, Fox & the Knife in Boston, Prezza in Boston, and Red Lentil Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurant in Watertown made the Yelp list. The list was compiled through a process of asking Yelpers about their favorite spots to eat and then ranking the results by crunching data including number of submissions, ratings, and reviews. The Mass restaurants that made the …
This Massachusetts Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America' This Massachusetts Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America'
This Massachusetts Taqueria Is One Of 'Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots In America' There are hundreds of places to get exceptional tacos across the United States, but only one taqueria from Massachusetts was named among the best in the country.  Taqueria El Amigo, located at 196 Willow Street in Waltham (about 20 minutes west of Boston) was included on "Yelp's List of Top 100 Taco Spots in America." The shop, which was also the only one from New England to make the list, landed at number 60. According to Yelp reviews, Taqueria El Amigo is best known for its taco especiales, beef cheek taco, chicken tacos and more.   Taqueria El Amigo is located at 196 Willow Street i…
Yelp Users Say This Restaurant Has Best Chocolate Chip Cookies In Massachusetts Yelp Users Say This Restaurant Has Best Chocolate Chip Cookies In Massachusetts
Yelp Users Say This Restaurant Has Best Chocolate Chip Cookies In Massachusetts Who doesn't love a good chocolate chip cookie? But finding a great one outside of your kitchen can be tough.  So, Yelp recently compiled the top reviewed chocolate cookies in each state to crown a winner.  In Massachusetts, the title went to Boston restaurant Blunch. The South End restaurant at 59 E Springfield Street is known for its blended breakfast-lunch sandwich menu but might be most famous for its chocolate chip cookies.  The restaurant's Yelp page is stuffed with rave reviews for the cookies.  "Was told their chocolate chip cookie sells out by lunchtime every day. For good reason…
California-Based Hot Chicken Joint Opening Second Massachusetts Location California-Based Hot Chicken Joint Opening Second Massachusetts Location
California-Based Hot Chicken Joint Opening Second Massachusetts Location Get ready Woburn, because things are about to get hot – and this time we're not talking about the weather.  Dave's Hot Chicken, which already has one location in Newton, is opening their second Massachusetts store this Friday, July 29.  The chain is known for their selection of chicken tenders and sliders with seven heat levels from "no spice" to "reaper," with the latter requiring a signed waiver to try.  #woburn #massachusetts we've got a @daveshotchicken with YOUR name on it! OPENING ON Friday, July 29! 📍300 Mishawum Rd (Suite 400), Woburn, MA 01801. Spread the word and TAG EVERYON…
Top Ten Best Places To Get Cool Treats During Summer Heat In Boston Top Ten Best Places To Get Cool Treats During Summer Heat In Boston
Top Ten Best Places To Get Cool Treats During Summer Heat In Boston With Boston Mayor Michelle Wu recently declaring a heat emergency, people may be looking for additional ways to stay cool as temperatures will be in the mid-90s the next few days. So, what better way to beat the heat than chomping on some cool, refreshing and delicious ice cream?  For all your creamy concessions, check out this list for the top ten best places to snag ice cream in Boston based on Yelp reviews.  1.) Taiyaki NYC (Seaport)  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taiyaki NYC Japanese Ice Cream (@taiyakinyc) 2.) Matcha Ca…
This Diner Named Massachusetts' Best In Brand-New Rankings This Diner Named Massachusetts' Best In Brand-New Rankings
This Diner Named Massachusetts' Best In Brand-New Rankings A popular and historic eatery in Massachusetts was named the best diner in the state in a new list from Food & Wine. Miss Worcester Diner, located at 300 Southbridge St. in Worcester, was named the best diner in Massachusetts in the publication's list of the best diners in every state, which was published on Friday, May 27. Food & Wine said the diner is on the National Register of Historic Places and has remained a popular spot throughout its many years in business. "Found this place about 3 years ago and I have been hooked ever since," Pauliny M. wrote in a Yelp review.&…
New Restaurant In Region Praised For 'Amazing' Food, Good Service New Restaurant In Region Praised For 'Amazing' Food, Good Service
New Restaurant In Region Praised For 'Amazing' Food, Good Service A new Indian restaurant in the Capital Region has seen praise from online reviewers who shouted out its quality dishes and good service.  Dosa Grill is located at 1225 Western Ave. in Albany. The owners say the restaurant focuses on offering meals made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.  They said all items on the menu are prepared fresh, and they don't use packaged curry powders or canned, seafood, vegetables or meat. Some specials offered on the menu include eggplant masala, chicken vindaloo, and Goan fish curry. Online reviewers have praised some of the dishes offere…
New Eatery In Region Serving Up 'Splash Of Southern Flair' New Eatery In Region Serving Up 'Splash Of Southern Flair'
New Eatery In Region Serving Up 'Splash Of Southern Flair' A brand-new Saratoga County restaurant is offering “classic flavors you know and love with an added splash of Southern flair.” Emma Jayne’s opened its doors to diners on Wednesday, March 9, which also marked the second birthday of its namesake, the daughter of owner and local chef Mike Fortin. Located at 1475 US 9 in Clifton Park, the restaurant offers a wide selection of dishes, including a lobster pot pie appetizer, Southern BBQ Kobe burger, eggplant parmesan, and seafood risotto. “We guarantee delicious, one-of-a-kind dishes and a wonderful dining experience to all who enter our establ…
Popular Restaurant In Region Offers 'Homegrown' Meals, Unique Cocktail Menu Popular Restaurant In Region Offers 'Homegrown' Meals, Unique Cocktail Menu
Popular Restaurant In Region Offers 'Homegrown' Meals, Unique Cocktail Menu A popular, tradition-rich northern Connecticut restaurant seeks to offer its guests "homegrown" meals through its seasonal menu.  Stone Row Kitchen + Bar is a Windham County staple located at 948 Main St. in Willimantic.  The restaurant opened in 2009 and was formerly known as Cafémantic, before relaunching as Stone Row in 2020. Owners said the restaurant has become a community cornerstone "both as a gathering place for the neighborhood and as a showcase for regional farmers, foragers, and fishers." Stone Row's menu includes main courses such as its grass-fed burg…
New Pizzeria A Hit With Diners In Region New Pizzeria A Hit With Diners In Region
New Pizzeria A Hit With Diners In Region Pizza and Italian food lovers are rejoicing over the opening of a new pizza spot in Connecticut that is part of a larger operation throughout New England. Mario's Pizzeria & Ristorante, located in Tolland County, in the Town of Somers, is part of the Ferrentino Restaurant chain that has operated restaurants through Connecticut and Massachusetts for more than 40 years. Compared to that, the Somers restaurant, which opened in March is a baby, but it's a baby that seems to be doing pretty well according to foodies and Yelpers. Cheese and pepperoni.Yelp Located in the old 3 Aces Pizza …
CT Bakery Lauded For 'Delicious' Cookies, Gift Baskets CT Bakery Lauded For 'Delicious' Cookies, Gift Baskets
CT Bakery Lauded For 'Delicious' Cookies, Gift Baskets A family-run Connecticut bakery is being praised for its delicious gourmet cookie menu.  Moon Rocks Gourmet Cookies in New Haven County is receiving positive reviews on Yelp for its good service and the wide variety of cookies it offers. The bakery is located at 2518 Whitney Avenue Unit D in Hamden and was founded by a mother and daughter. The business' online menu advertises cookie flavors such as "Obi-wan Cannoli," "Marshmallow" and "Tuxedo Mousse." The store also says it has vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.  A number of reviewers complimented the store's gi…
Five New England Eateries Make Yelp's Top 100 Places To Eat List Five New England Eateries Make Yelp's Top 100 Places To Eat List
Five New England Eateries Make Yelp's Top 100 Places To Eat List When it comes to quality restaurants, Connecticut is tops in New England, at least according to Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat list for 2021. Three eateries from the Nutmeg State made the list.  Rhode Island and Maine each had one. Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire had none. Here's the rundown: 23. Los Andes Restaurant – Providence, RI (Providence County) 33. Tacos El Azteca – Norwalk, CT (Fairfield County) Click here for a Daily Voice story on Tacos El Azteca. 60. Grassroots Ice Cream – Granby, CT (Hartford County) 61. September in Bangkok – New Haven, CT (N…
Popular Western Mass Restaurant Touted For Plenty Of Chicken, Seafood Options Popular Western Mass Restaurant Touted For Plenty Of Chicken, Seafood Options
Popular Western Mass Restaurant Touted For Plenty Of Chicken, Seafood Options If fried chicken with mac and cheese and some veggies are calling to your taste buds, then there's a place in Western Mass that is sure to fill the bill. Chick.e.d's in Springfield, also known as Chicked's Chicken & Grill, is just the spot for a mouthful of tender fried chicken according to local foodies and Yelpers. Located at 1375 Carew St., the restaurant is known not only for chicken but for its fish and shrimp as well. Oh, and the hot dogs, and other items. But back to the chicken.  A glance at Yelp and all of the five-star reviews shows just how successfully the restaurant has …