Fable Brewing Company to Open in Woburn

A brewer that is based in the northern suburbs of Boston has found a permanent home for the business.

According to a Facebook post, Fable Brewing Company is going to be opening a facility in Woburn, with the post saying the following:

We're thrilled to announce that Fable Brewing Company has officially secured a location for our brick-and-mortar home! Nestled at 3 Gill Street in Woburn, Massachusetts, this space will soon be filled with the warmth of community, the hum of conversation, and the clink of glasses raised in celebration. This isn't just a building—it’s the beginning of something magical. A place where stories are shared, legends are brewed, and every pint has a tale to tell. Stay tuned for more updates as we build out our space and bring the Fable vision to life.

Fable was first established by James Sparks in 2020, with an earlier bcattv.org article saying that the original plan was for Sparks to open a facility in his hometown of Burlington.

The website for Fable Brewing Company is at https://ift.tt/a8xZeHN

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Pressed Cafe Opens in Woburn

A local group of dining spots that focus on healthy, freshly-made options has expanded to another space in the Boston suburbs.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Pressed Cafe is now open in Woburn, moving into a space on Washington Street just south of the Route 128 intersection. The new location offer such options as soups, panini, bowls, fresh-pressed juices, coffee, and more, and it joins others in Boston's Back Bay and Seaport District, Burlington, Chelmsford, Lawrence, and Newton, along with four in New Hampshire (another new one is in the works for Beverly as well).

The address for the proposed location of Pressed Cafe in Woburn is 369 Washington Street, Woburn, MA, 01801. The website for all locations is at https://ift.tt/z8HnNLc

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Hawthorne By-The-Sea in Swampscott Is Closing

A North Shore restaurant that has been around for nearly 60 years is shutting down.

According to an article in the Swampscott Tides, Hawthorne By-The-Sea on Humphrey Street in Swampscott is closing its doors, as the Athanas family has told the town that it has decided to no longer continue operating the dining spot beyond its current agreement. It appears that the restaurant will close sometime this month, as Stanley J. Paine Auctioneers is hosting an online-only auction at paineauctioneers.com with the auction closing on November 18. At this point in time, it isn't known exactly what might become of the space, which was purchased by the town in 2022 (ongoing discussions since 2022 haven't yet resulted in a definitive plan for the restaurant space or the property).

An earlier Swampscott Tides article mentions that Hawthorne-by-the-Sea was built in 1967.

The address for Hawthorne-by-the-Sea is 153 Humphrey Street, Swampscott, MA, 01907.

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ZaZiBar in Boston's Seaport District, Zaz at City Hall Plaza in Downtown Boston Have Closed; Hyde Park Location Remains Open

A couple of locations of a trio of fusion spots in Boston have shut down.

According to an Instagram post, ZaZiBar in the Seaport District and Zaz at City Hall Plaza are no longer in business, with the note saying the following:

Every chapter comes with growth, and this one means a lot to us. As we close our City Hall and ZaZiBar Seaport locations, we just want to take a moment to thank everyone who's supported us over the years. From the City Hall crew who pulled up for lunch every week to the late nights in Seaport filled with music and good vibes, you helped make those spaces special. ZaZ isn't going anywhere. Our Hyde Park restaurant is still home for takeout, catering, and events. ZaZ On Wheels is serving up lunch and late-night eats seven days a week in Seaport. And now, our family has grown with @homebyzazpvd, our new Afro-Caribbean restaurant and lounge in Rhode Island....Thank you for being part of the journey.

The original location of Zaz first opened in Hyde Park in 2011, offering Caribbean, Latin, and Asian fusion cuisine. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/XnMxNeU

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Boxfish to Open in Watertown

A new seafood restaurant is on its way to the western suburbs of Boston, and it has an ownership connection to a dining spot that used to be in the same space before moving.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Boxfish is planning to open in Watertown, moving into the space on Mt Auburn Street that had been home to Cha Yen Cookery before it moved across the street to its current location. Based on the Facebook post, it looks like the upcoming eatery will be a casual seafood place that will offer such options as clam chowder, grilled fish, mussels, and lobster, and the chef and owner of Cha Yen Cookery--which focuses on Thai cuisine--is behind it.

The address for the upcoming Boxfish is 613 Mt Auburn Street, Watertown, MA, 02472.

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Hearth and Hug Opens in Somerville

Several months ago, it was reported that a Somerville shop known for its gourmet roasted nuts was closing and that a bakery with a location in Boston would be moving into its space. Now we have learned that the bakery is up and running--and that this is a move for the place rather than a second location.

According to an Instagram post from the business, Hearth and Hug Bakery opens today, with the note indicating that its official opening is Saturday. Below is what was posted:

We're so excited to finally open our doors and invite you in! Stop by today between 7am-12pm for our soft opening! While we may be limited on some menu items, we will still have coffee, drinks, breads, breakfast lunch, and tons of pastries to try! Can't make it today? Come by Saturday, the 8th for our grand opening! We can't wait to see you all!!!

Hearth and Hug Bakery had been located at Boston Public Market, but it closed in September in anticipation of a move to the new Highland Avenue storefront, which was previously home to Q's Nuts (Q's Nuts continues to operate within Boston Public Market).

The address for the new home for Hearth and Hug is 349 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA, 02144. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/oPH92m4

[Earlier Article]
Q's Nuts in Somerville Is Closing; Hearth and Hug Bakery to Replace It

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Holdfast Specialty Seafood Co. Is Opening in Allston

A brand new casual seafood spot is on its way to Boston, and the people behind the place include a couple of fine-dining chefs.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Holdfast Specialty Seafood Co. is getting ready to open in Allston, moving into a space on Brighton Avenue. Boston Magazine states in an article that Nathan Gould, Tyler Paolini, and business partner Jesse Kim are behind the dining spot, with a Boston Globe post saying that Gould comes from o ya in the Leather District while Paolini comes from both o ya and Sarma in Somerville. The two articles indicate that Holdfast plans to offer hot and cold lobster rolls, clam rolls, oyster rolls, crudo, oysters, caviar, and seasonal dishes as well as beer and wine, and it appears that this will be a counter-service place with limited seating at a communal table and a bar.

Boston Magazine says that Holdfast could open sometime around November 6.

The address for Holdfast Specialty Seafood Co. is 164 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134. Its Instagram page is at https://ift.tt/l637I5V

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