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 […]
The Exchange
The Exchange is a new dining concept from NNE Hospitality Group (New Hampshire-based, also operates The Puddle Dock in Portsmouth) set to take over the former Boston Chops two-floor space at 52 Temple Place in Downtown Crossing. The space features marble-clad walls, vaulted ceilings, and tufted leather seating. Details about the concept remain limited. The […]
Buitoni Spaghetti Bar
Tuscan Brands is opening a vintage-inspired Italian-American concept at the former Eastern Standard/Blue Ribbon Brasserie space in Kenmore Square. The restaurant will feature handmade pasta, one-pound meatballs, large-format dishes, a lively bar program, and late-night offerings. Interior design by Taniya Nayak with a retro Italian palette. Concept draws inspiration from the original Buitoni Spaghetti Bar […]
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 […]
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen is returning to Lynn, MA after more than 30 years away. The new franchise location at 414 Broadway is currently under construction and hiring crew members, cashiers, and kitchen staff. The franchisee is aiming to open before the end of June 2026. No official opening date has been set due to ongoing construction […]
Daily Provisions
Daily Provisions, an all-day café concept from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, is preparing to open a new location at 501 Boylston St in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. This will be the brand’s third Greater Boston location, joining existing/upcoming outposts in Cambridge’s Harvard Square and the Seaport District. The café is known for crullers, […]