A landmark Italian restaurant that has been in the North End of Boston for more than 60 years is going to be closed in 2011. Cafe St Petersburg / Cafe, Restaurant. But Smoque started from scratch, serving Texas style barbecue in a city that wasnt accustomed to a low and slow approach. [Earlier Articles] The Reston Town Center Clyde's opened at the Boston . I would counter with the argument that Harvard University only started to admit undergraduate women in 1973. Jan. 22, 1988 Republican file photo of the former Fitznuggy's restaurant on Riverdale Street in West Springfield. Enjoy house made bread, rustic Italian dishes and a variety of pizza and drink any of the 100 Italian wines or unique cocktails while surrounded by a view of Boston's beautiful skyline and the Rose Kennedy Greenway. Piano bar, elegant dining. Brighams in Arlington Heights. Featuring our All rights reserved (About Us). March 11, 1981 Republican file photo of the former Empire Cafe on Main Street in Springfield. A local restaurant for more than 17 years, Fedora's was sold in 2006 to the Yee family. Famed not only for its Chinese fare, but for attracting top comedians and offering a Polynesian floor show. Here is a look back at former eateries from across Massachusetts, from Arlo Guthrie's storied Alice's Restaurant in Stockbridge to JFK's favorite chowder house, Mildred's in Hyannis. MBTA ("T") subway's Charlie card v Charlie ticket? According to a tweet from @ConciergeBoston,La Galleria 33 on Salem Street is closed, though no note has been posted out front and there is no apparent indication as to its exact status on its website or across social media. In-depth news coverage of the Greater Boston Area. Wonder Bar: One of Allston's most popular and notorious nightlife spots has hosted its last rager. John "Ox" McCarthy's Irish pub on State Street was a popular spot for a bite to eat and to lift a glass in the 1970s. No Name was called that because its owner never gave it a name when it opened in 1917. (questions, answers) 8. A new Ciro's opened in the South End in 2017, but it is not related to the original Italian-American eatery. Until 2016, the Pedlar has hosted countless weddings, proms, business meetings, Chamber of Commerce luncheons and an annual Sunday morning breakfast for the Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade. You may opt-out by. I saw some advertisement for "How I Learned to Love that Dirty Water" some thing that was going on there anyone know what that and the Improv is about?? EVERYTHING there was fabulous, you'd go crazy over their salads and soups too! When I lived in Charlestown and when we craved something from there? The old Joe Tecces on North Washington Street in Bostonfirst date with my husband in 1975! Jayne Rossi-Elliott, First date with my husband, 1970. Susan Finstein Brine, First date with my husband in 1982. Julie Kerbel, Yes, Joe Tecces! The ice cream manufacturer was bought by HP Hood, which has retained the retail brand, in 2008. Owner Michael Provost offered up many memorable meals and hosted countless special events. We seem to have struck something of a nostalgic nerve. It helped that Nicks owner, Nick Panos, is a member of one of Ann Arbors best-known restaurant families, so he had a built-in customer base waiting to try his food. Too, Ann Arbor lacked a wide variety of breakfast choices and there is a constantly flow of visitors. For some of us, it's a defining moment where our life is split in two: before and after. A restaurant with 137 years of history bears a certain responsibility to the business owner. Do you guys know if the European was where Lucca's is now? The South has come to Southie, thanks to the neighborhood's latest eatery, Hunter's. As the newest venture from Broadway Restaurant Group . What was it like, when did it close is it where Lucca's is now?? NEBO's menu continues the Italian tradition of sharing amongst family and friends prepared using the freshest ingredients. Bison County: Waltham's go-to spot for fine barbecue has smoked its last rack of ribs. Only the original Pizzeria Regina could compare. "We originally had 1,200 seats available, but now (because of the pandemic), it's cut down," the restaurant's third-generation owner Bob Wong told PYMNTS in an interview in 2020. Nicks has also become a favorite with University of Michigan athletes, easily identifiable among the families who dine there. While many businesses hope to take a wait-and-see approach before they can safely reopen, there are just as many others eager to say theyre back in business. Kamakura: After a short run as one of the city's few spots serving Japanese kaiseki menus, Kamakura has closed up shop in the Financial District. Locke-Ober was a Boston dining institution from 1875 until 2012. And much like the institution that was The European, the Chelmsford eatery feels a bit like a destination spot, in part because of its wonderful atmosphere--and the classic pizza doesn't hurt all that much, either. more. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. As soon as we find out exactly why La Galleria 33 closed, we will post an update here. The city of Springfield auction off the former Italian restaurant known for its great marinara sauce in 2009. In January, the city also lost Durgin-Park, an iconic restaurant near Faneuil Hall that opened in 1827 and was known for its New England cuisine. https://t.co/yOJYRjOEnm #DinisSeaGrill #Boston pic.twitter.com/CSootOfBQt. Somerville Brewing: One of Somerville's most beloved spots for creative beers and snacks has served its last pint. When my three best friends and I got our first paying jobs in high school, we would dress up and go on Sundays. Max Brenner: One of the city's most popular destinations for sinful, over-the-top chocolate treats has served its last mega sundae. By Helping The Ukrainian Community In Manhattan, Veselka Earns A James Beard Nomination For Outstanding Restaurant, French Wine Region Bourgogne Should No Longer Be Translated To Burgundy, Gut Health Is A Womens Issue: BelliWelli On Amplifying Science Of Gut-Brain Axis For Next Phase Of Growth, In India, Millets Have Become Quiet Revolutionaries, A Strategy To Future-Proof Some Of Our Favorite Foods, For Wine Lovers Not Wine Snobs: A New Book About Wine Tasting, Shoppers Speak Up! Earlier this fall, Nicks underwent its first major renovation since its opening. No Name is the third heritage restaurant to close in Boston in 2019. Fenmore Grill: Situated a long foul ball from Fenway Park, the Hotel Buckminster and its in-house Fenmore Grill have both shuttered. Get answers to your questions about Boston. June 2, 1987 Republican file photo of the former restaurant, The Copper Lantern on Route 10 in Granby. It has been an honor to be part of your celebrations and your everyday lives for so many years. We uncover the best of the city and put it all in an email for you. Ah, yesthis week the tabloids have also taken note of a project Wahlberg would probably prefer stay under the radar: He and his team are being sued by a Los Angeles property management company . In the 1970s, Betty's Old Towne House was the place to go, but it ended its nearly 40-year run in 1998 to make way for a drug store. Kresge's at Main and Bridge streets in downtown Springfield offered a lunch counter, which was popular with downtown shoppers and workers. Their clientele had gotten old, and was not being replaced. We felt so grown up! Dorry ONeill, Oh Dinis!!!!! Every year my parents would take me there on my birthday. Some Facebook comments have been lightly edited for spelling, grammar, and punctuation. The Puritan Diner, seen here in a photo circa 1952, was located at 1608 Northampton Street. The spot was later home to La Difference and then Louie's. Some person who could have taken the best elements of a historically classic restaurant, and put the modern touches on the menu and marketing, to make the legend of Locke-Ober's continue on. and coupons! When those restaurants are gone, we are left with memories that linger, like the view from the revolving Top o' the Round in Springfield, the elegant decor of the Gold Room at Christo's in Boston or the good times shared over a steak and beer at Cactus Pete's in Worcester. And while the pizza is perhaps not quite identical to that of the old European--and the new digs are not as old-school as the original--Aprile's is well worth the drive up north from Boston for both the food and the atmosphere. It went on, We want to thank our generations of customers for all the years of loyal patronage, and for helping make the No Name a landmark location. Also today, the lawyer for a long-time Back Bay restaurant landlord said his client wants to buy the liquor license from the equally historic Marliave, which shut due to Covid-19 last year, to re-open a bar and restaurant at the former location of Lir on Boylston Street, which also closed due to Covid-19. Aprile's take up a fairly sizable chunk of the structure, with a large wraparound bar to the left and a huge dining area to the right that looks a little like a function room (albeit a very attractive one). Lynnfield, MA. The disappearance of recognizable names can be a sad thing for the restaurant business. A newspaper coupon would allow a diner to buy two ribeye steaks for just $5.99. The restaurant sported a blue and white sign topped with a fish, and a menu that featured classics like clam chowder, fried clams and broiled scallops. Top of the Hub: Among special occasion spots, Top of the Hub towered over the competition from its perch atop the Prudential Tower since its inception in 1965. free VisitingNewEngland.com E-NEW ENGLAND TRAVEL NEWSLETTER. Ernest and Eve Siano, founded and owned the former Willow Glen House in East Longmeadow. According to the Boston Globe, Blue Ginger's final day of service will be June 3 . Still, had the restaurant made some concessions to upgrading food, and aimed their marketing (something they never used to have to believe in, as everything with Locke-Ober in their heyday, was by word of mouth), I believe their doors would still be open. ONCE Ballroom: This indie-focused music venue and lounge in Somerville has hosted its last show. Vintage opened on the same spot, but closed its doors in 2008. Formality was always in fashion at Locke-Ober and the restaurant's last owner, David Ray, decided to shut down rather than change Locke-Ober's signature style. That being said, you can check out all the responses from August and last week on our Facebook page or embedded at the bottom of this article. Located in the heart of Springfield's Mason Square neighborhood, Q's closed in 2015 afer a brief, but delicious run. Re: The European Restaurant, North End. Diners had to wait 13 months for the return of this wonderful restaurant at a nearby location. Hi (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? The move came after No Name filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection on Monday, meaning that it will liquidate. Remember seeing Louise Day Hicks eating there!!! And now, more than 3,000 Facebook comments later, weve compiled 13 that stood out the most, based on the number of comments and reactions to those comments. One of the more popular Chinese restaurants to have been located along Boston Road. Seen here in 1999, the restaurant featured a menu fine-tuned to popular tastes. For Boston magazine, for instance, Jolyon Helterman wrote a review that praised the meticulous noodle craft behind the pasta dishes; the desserts were just so darned good, he also wrote. The owners of the restaurant filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing major disruptions during the Big Dig construction project as a reason for the filing. Missing Several Greater Boston Restaurants I'm a life-long Boston area resident from Revere, and now live in Arlington. Pagliarini and Ralston learned last week from the corporate ownership group of the hotel that the Italian restaurants lease was being terminated, the restaurateurs wrote in todays announcement, noting that this news came as a complete surprise Benedetto was set to emerge from hibernation in late April, and we have been working hard towards this goal for the last several months, including hiring new employees, putting together a new spring menu, and booking reservations and private events. pic.twitter.com/QZk3fD06cy. Postcard courtesy of Digital Commonwealth, Putnam and Thurston's Restaurant, Worcester. Now he, and he alone, can view this iconic art piece that came from his restaurant, and Boston's most elegant restaurant too. The end to that caregiving role isn't after high school or college or . Casual dining patterns have taken over the restaurant landscape, both in Boston and the rest of the country. 1 talking about this. free VisitingNewEngland.com E-NEW ENGLAND TRAVEL NEWSLETTER. This Boston Road spot is seen in a 1970 file photo. Family-owned Italian restaurants once dotted the South End and other Springfield neighborhoods. Until its closing in February 2018, the Brass Buckle served Southern and Tex-Mex comfort food with an emphasis on local ingredients for six years. Reviews on European Restaurant in Southern Mattapan, Boston, MA - Cafe Polonia, Moonshine 152, Moldova Restaurant, ilona, Bar vin 1855 After a successful run in Easthampton, Smokin Lil moved to Northampton, where it lasted just three years. The Springfield restaurant closed in 1990. This Court Street favorite closed up shop two decades ago. A popular spot for youth sports teams after a big game to enjoy a cone has disappeared into history. Smoque BBQ in Chicago recently celebrated its 13th anniversary, while Nicks Original House of Pancakes in Ann Arbor, Mich., marked its 10th anniversary on Dec. 22. Perhaps this will be their century. No one told me that Webster House Restaurant was being torn down! This was once Boston's power restaurant. My uncle is from the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Standing line at Italian Kitchen in Lawrence MA. Whiskey's: Long a favorite among eager students and Back Bay twenty-somethings, this down-and-dirty party spot and sports bar has closed after an epic run on Boylston Street. Tom and Eileen Fazio closed their beloved restaurant after the 2017 summer season. Receive the latest news and breaking updates, straight from our newsroom to your inbox. My heart is filled with sweet memories just thinking about those special dinners. Sherry Mayes Millington, As a former employee of Anthonys Pier 4, the popovers were delicious. Best sundaes around, amazing lime rickey. Christopher Pierce, When in my early teens (eons ago), my mom would give me $1.50, and I would get a Coke, a tuna sandwich, fries, and a sundae (with marshmallow!) Hilltop Steakhouse In Saugus Reportedly Closing Its Doors: http://t.co/qNAGg8wYGd. Locals never had a chance to bid farewell to these local restaurants and bars. #Worcester #WebsterHouse pic.twitter.com/m97PI0QJog. Our readers reminisce about New The restaurant, in its best years in the 1950s and '60s, drew Hollywood stars to Worcester. Back in the 1970s, the Pit was popular among diners traveling Boston Road. At one point the chain had around 300 restaurants. Photo courtesy of Holyoke History Room/ Holyoke Public Library. The Hilltop Steakhouse, founded in 1961 by Frank Giuffrida, was a chain of restaurants in Massachusetts, Connecticut and New Hampshire from 1961 to 2013. No Name hadnt flourished for a while, however, and now Boston no longer has the three seafood restaurants that dominated that cuisine throughout the 20th century No Name, Jimmys Harborside and Anthonys Pier 4 (a branch of Anthonys survives in suburban Swampscott). It wasnt fancy, but you figured it always would be there, even as the Boston restaurant scene got more crowded and more sophisticated, and its real estate market boomed. BOSTON (CBS) -- The Fours Boston, just steps away from the TD Garden, is closing after 44 years on Canal Street. Four out of five restaurants shut within 10 years of opening, and three out of five dont survive for five years. The former Vincent's Steak House in West Springfield was owned by the late Saul Wilson. European's Best Restaurant and Bakery. Chandler's offered traditional American dishes for both a lunch crowd and couples seeking romantic candlelight dinners beginning in 1995. Europe. McGreevey's: The Dropkick Murphys-affiliated sports bar has shipped out of Boston for good. We were so inspired by the way our team came together to get us through the hardest parts of the past year, and it feels so unfair that weve reached this point only to be forced to close.. Famous for great happy hour deals and waiters who wore "flair," the chain started in Atlanta in 1976, and was a hit as both an after-work haunt and a special occasion Sunday dinner. 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