Tsuru
Contemporary Japanese restaurant opening in Natick Center on ground floor of mixed-use development at former St. Patrick’s School site. Owner also operates Hanami Sushi Bar & Grill in Belmont.
The Biltmore Tavern
Historic Newton bar being renovated and renamed from The Biltmore Bar & Grille to The Biltmore Tavern with upscale tavern fare, 1920s-inspired decor, and 24 craft beers on tap
Mister Q. Cafe
Second location of Charlestown café expanding to Cambridge. European-inspired café fare with breakfast and lunch staples. 850 square feet with seating for 14 indoors and 20 outside. Extended hours 8am-10pm daily.
Low & Slow Southern Kitchen + Tap
Southern-inspired smokehouse with barbecue and smoked meats, plus upstairs speakeasy-style bourbon bar called 1874 Bourbon Room. Co-owned by twin brothers with restaurant industry experience.
KERO+ Homemade Bites Brazilian Café
Brazilian café serving homemade Brazilian favorites including coxinhas, pães de queijo, sandwiches, and Brazilian coffee. Co-owned by Daniane Felicio and Júnior Garcia. Located in Winter Hill neighborhood near Gilman Square.
Dos Manos Kitchen
Family-run Salvadoran restaurant opening first brick-and-mortar location at Charles River Speedway, specializing in handmade pupusas with traditional sides. Chef Edwin Orellana previously worked at notable Boston restaurants and launched Dos Manos as a pop-up during pandemic.
NAYA
Lebanese-inspired eatery NAYA has secured approval from Burlington Select Board to open at former ConnectFit space. The restaurant offers customizable Middle Eastern bowls, rolls, and salads with plans for both dine-in and takeout service.
Rocco’s Sports & Rec
Second location of NYC sports bar opening in Boston’s Seaport District, operated by The Garret Group. Features elevated American cuisine with Boston influences, multiple HD screens, and Boston-themed decor including Larry Bird and Bill Russell art.
Wonder Food Hall
Tech-forward food hall and delivery service offering mix-and-match dishes from celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay and regional restaurants. Features sushi, Italian, and Mexican cuisine with dine-in, delivery, and take-out options.
Bloom Bar
Bloom Bar is moving from a weekend patio operation at The Boarding House to its own location, offering dinner service plus cafe/fast-casual morning service. Replacing the former Misogi Noodle Bar.