Mass Appeal Draught House & Grille
Mass Appeal Draught House & Grille is a new brewery and restaurant concept from Hendler Family Brewing Company (operators of Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers and Night Shift Brewing) taking over the former Wormtown Brewery space at Patriot Place. The space has been under renovation since 2024. It will feature a full kitchen focused on elevated […]
Gori & Co.
Kakigori-inspired Japanese shaved ice café described as Boston’s first of its kind. Will seat 15-18 diners with a seasonally-rotating menu featuring locally sourced fruit, house-made syrups, and layered toppings. Plans to also introduce onigiri and globally inspired small bites. Currently running a NuMarket crowdfunding campaign. Targeting early summer 2026 opening, hoping to welcome guests before […]
King Bee
King Bee is a new restaurant and live music/entertainment venue planned by Beehive owner Jack Bardy (Wildlife Hospitality) at 202 West First Street in South Boston. The concept will occupy three former industrial buildings and feature a restaurant, cocktail bars, and live entertainment spaces. Boston Licensing Board approved plans on May 7, 2026; Zoning Board […]
Seven
Garden of Eden-inspired 90-seat restaurant and cocktail bar planned for Downtown Crossing. Concept centers on the seven deadly sins with seven signature cocktails and seven spirit-free counterparts. Menu focuses on fresh, high-quality ingredients for omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans. Ceiling painted to resemble the sky with adjustable mood lighting. Hours: 11am-2am. Boston Licensing Board has approved […]
Saloniki Greek
Saloniki Greek is taking over the former Regina Pizzeria space at 1330 Boylston St in Boston’s Fenway neighborhood. New ‘coming soon’ signage has been spotted. It is unclear whether this will be an additional location or a relocation of their existing nearby Fenway outpost at 4 Kilmarnock St. No opening timeline has been announced. The […]
Guille Sports Bar and Lounge
Guille Sports Bar and Lounge LLC is applying for a restaurant all-alcohol license, common victualer license, and entertainment approval (TVs, radio, recorded music) at 175 Millbury St. in Worcester. The application is before the Worcester License Commission as of May 28, 2026. Additional new venue The Corner Dive LLC is seeking a general on-premises all-alcohol […]
Le Petit Comptoir Wine & Cheese
Wine-and-cheese concept opening next to Marblehead House of Pizza. Menu focuses on small plates, charcuterie boards, grilled cheeses, salads, and baked Brie alongside wine and zero-proof options. Owner Alex Lewis envisions an all-ages inclusive gathering space. Tentatively targeting July 2026 opening pending final preparations and hiring. Currently conducting pre-opening wine-and-cheese tasting events and classes.
Mike’s Pastry
Iconic North End bakery Mike’s Pastry is opening its fifth location and first airport outpost in Terminal C at Boston Logan International Airport later in 2026. The location will feature grab-and-go cannoli, lobster tails, cookies, cheesecake slices, and a full espresso bar. Hours will be 5am-10pm daily. Design will blend old-school North End aesthetics with […]
Palak Patel’s Indian Restaurant (name TBD)
Woman-owned Indian restaurant from chef and entrepreneur Palak Patel, currently under construction in Billerica, MA. Name, exact address, and opening date have not yet been announced. Patel previously operated Palak’s Creations catering/tiffin service and Palak’s Chai Cart pop-up. Menu expected to feature authentic Indian comfort foods similar to her existing offerings.
Dar Rafiki’s
Chef-owner Lhoussine Rafiq is opening a second Dar Rafiki’s bakery-café location at Academy Plaza in Bradford/Haverhill, MA. The new space at 687-719 South Main St will be larger with expanded seating compared to the original downtown Haverhill location at 389 Main Street. Renovation/construction is actively underway. No official opening date announced. The bakery is known […]