Juni Is Opening in Quincy Center

A brand new omakase spot is getting ready to open a few miles south of Boston.

According to an article from Boston Uncovered, Juni is on the verge of opening in Quincy, moving into a space on Hancock Street on the northern edge of Quincy Center. A Masslive article mentions that the restaurant is planning to open on Thursday, August 6, with both articles indicating that the place will feature 12-course meals for $69 per person.

Omakase spots are typically high-end sushi places with "chef's choice" tasting menus; a few found locally include Wa Shin, Momi Nonmi, O Ya, 311 Omakase, and Uni.

The address for Juni is 1211 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02169. Its Instagram page can be found at https://ift.tt/QkloaYj

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Town House Cafe & Bistro to Open in Wayland This Fall

A new dining spot is on its way to an historic space in the western suburbs of Boston.

According to an article from the MetroWest Daily News, Town House Cafe & Bistro is looking to open in Wayland in late November or early December, with the restaurant moving into the former town hall and library space on Route 20 that dates back to 1841. An earlier Patch article mentions that the upcoming spot plans to have a space upstairs called "The Library" with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and window seats while the Instagram page for the business indicates that it will have a heated patio.

The address for the upcoming Town House Cafe & Bistro is 21 Cochituate Road (Route 20), Wayland, MA, 01778. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/ePUrtwK while its Instagram page is at https://ift.tt/BOHZ80M

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The Mad Hatter in Weymouth Is Up for Sale

A South Shore restaurant that got its start as a tiny breakfast and lunch spot is on the market.

According to a Facebook post from the South Shore Stuff page, the Mad Hatter in Weymouth is for sale, with all three buildings at the Washington Street site being part of the listing, while the restaurant equipment and liquor license can also be included in the purchase (information on the broker involved can also be found in the post). The Mad Hatter got its start as an Irish-influenced diner on Main Street, moving to its current home (which used to be where Hajjar's was) in 2018, becoming a spacious restaurant with Irish and American dishes.

The address for the Mad Hatter is 969 Washington Street, Weymouth, MA, 02189. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/vPnL3mw

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Gennaro & Son in Quincy Is Closing

A longtime Italian restaurant south of Boston is going to be shutting down.

According to a source, Gennaro & Son in Quincy is closing its doors this weekend, with a Facebook post from the Blanchard Road dining spot saying the following:

In December of 1994, we opened our doors as Gennaro's Eatery. Many years later, we changed our name to Gennaro & Son — because our son Anthony was already putting in more hours than the two of us combined, and we wanted his name on the door, right alongside ours. Since then, we've built something we never could have imagined. A life time of cherished /memories. Friendships that have lasted decades. Regulars who feel like family....After many years of hard work, we've decided it's time for Gerry to take the break he's earned, so he can focus on his health and well-being. So we've made the difficult decision to close Gennaro & Son. We will be open our normal hours from Tuesday, August 4th through Saturday, August 8th....From the bottom of our hearts — thank you for 31+ years of friendship, trust, and love. We will cherish every one of you always. With all our love, Gerry, Jane & Anthony

Gennaro & Son is known in part for such options as toasted ravioli, antipasto, chicken marsala, stuffed peppers, eggplant parmigiana, bolognese, shrimp scampi, and pizza, while also featuring a wide variety of desserts.

The address for Gennaro & Son is 12 Blanchard Road, Quincy, MA, 02169. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/hLlrJqu

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Restaurant News for the Week Ending August 2, 2026

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between July 27, 2026, and August 2, 2026.

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Lo Kai Restaurant & Lounge in Dracut Is Closing
An old-school Chinese restaurant north of Boston known in part for its Polynesian drinks is shutting down.
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Scrappie's Pizzeria to Open a Brick-and-Mortar Location in Boston's Beacon Hill
A popup pizza business that has become an underground favorite will be expanding to a permanent space.
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Thai Hut in Somerville Is Going to Be Closing; Owners May Open a New Restaurant northwest of Boston
A neighborhood spot for Thai food is shutting down, though the people behind it may be opening a new place well outside of the area.
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Fable Brewing Company in Woburn Has Partially Opened
A brewer based in the northern suburbs of Boston is in the first phase of opening its new facility.
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Boloco to Close Its Sole Remaining Location; Downtown Boston Outlet Shuts Down September 25
What was once a local chain of restaurants will soon be officially gone, as its final location is going to be shutting down.
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Lo Kai Restaurant & Lounge in Dracut Is Closing

An old-school Chinese restaurant north of Boston known in part for its Polynesian drinks is shutting down.

According to an article from boston.com, Lo Kai Restaurant & Lounge in Dracut is getting ready to close its doors, with a note on its website saying the following:

After over 50 years in business, we are now announcing that the Lo Kai Restaurant will permanently close its doors this summer. We recognize that this news may come as a shock, but we invite you to come in and enjoy a pupu platter, a Mai Tai, or anything you would like before we conclude our time here on Lakeview Avenue....We want to assure you that this decision did not come lightly. Due to a number of factors, we have determined this to be the best course of action.

The note goes on to say that Lo Kai will close after business hours on August 8.

Lo Kai Restaurant & Lounge first opened in 1972, being a place to go for Chinese-American fare and drinks such as Scorpion Bowls and Mai Tais while also featuring live music.

The address for Lo Kai Restaurant & Lounge is 1655 Lakeview Ave, Dracut, MA 01826. Its website can be found at https://thelokai.com/

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Tradesman Coffee Shop & Bar Opens by the Greenway and South Station in Downtown Boston

The team behind a local group of coffee shops and lounges have opened another location in Boston.

According to a press release, Tradesman Coffee Shop & Bar is now open across from the Greenway and South Station in the downtown area, with the new Federal Street location being one of their "coffee by day, bar by night" spots. The new Tradesman offers such options as salads, sandwiches, wings, pizza, and nachos along with wine and cocktails, and it joins other locations in downtown Boston as well as ones in Charlestown's Hood Park and at Boston Landing in Brighton.

The address for the new Tradesman Coffee Shop & Bar is 176 Federal Street, Boston, MA, 02110. Its Instagram page can be found at https://ift.tt/tSb67Wi

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