North Square Oyster in Boston's North End to Become Ciao Bella

Earlier this year, we reported that a seafood restaurant in Boston's North End of Boston had closed for renovations and that it could be reopening in the spring. Now we have learned that when it does reopen, the changes to the place could include a new name.

According to a licensing board hearing page within the city's website, the people behind North Shore Oyster are petitioning to change the name of the restaurant to Ciao Bella. The notice gives no other information on any changes coming to the space, and it is not yet known what the change in concept--if any--will be, so stay tuned for updates as they come in.

North Square Oyster first opened in the spring of 2017, taking over the old Gennaro's Five North Square space; the dining spot--and presumably, the upcoming Ciao Bella--has a connection to a few nearby places, including Ward 8, Bodega Canal, and Tony & Elaine's.

It is not known if the upcoming Ciao Bella has any connection to the long-closed restaurant by the same name on Newbury Street in the Back Bay.

The address for North Square Oyster (and Ciao Bella) is 5 North Square, Boston, MA, 02113.

[Earlier Article]
North Square Oyster in Boston's North End Has Closed for Renovations

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