Sonic Drive-In in Stoughton Has Closed

A chain of drive-ins has closed another one of its locations in Eastern Massachusetts, and there is now only one remaining locally.

According to a poster within the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook group page, Sonic Drive-In in Stoughton is no longer in business, with a check on the website for the chain confirming this, showing that the Washington Street outlet has been removed from the site. With the closing of the Stoughton location, this means that the sole remaining Sonic in the local area is in Peabody, as others in Lawrence and Wilmington are no longer in business as well.

Sonic first opened in the Stoughton Town Center plaza in 2016, offering such items as burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, fries, onion rings, shakes, and more.

The address for the now-closed Sonic Drive-In in Stoughton was 630 Washington Street (Route 138), Stoughton, MA, 02072. The chain's website is at https://ift.tt/wE3pnfT

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Old Colony Brewing in Whitman Is Closing

A brewery in the southern suburbs of Boston is shutting down.

According to a source, Old Colony Brewing in Whitman is getting ready to close its doors, with an Instagram post from the Washington Street spot saying the following:

It is with a heavy heart that we are announcing the closure of Old Colony Brewing. Over the past several years, operating this brewery has been a labor of love. Unfortunately the combination of rising costs alongside sales dropping has made continuing to stay open unsustainable. 

The post mentions that the last day in operation for Old Colony Brewing will be Saturday, October 3.

Old Colony Brewing first moved into the Washington Street space in the center of town in 2020, having moved from its previous space on Route 18.

The address for Old Colony Brewing 599 Washington Street, Whitman, MA, 02382. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/iOE5Pby

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Maple & High Opens in Waltham

Late last year, it was reported that a new restaurant focusing in part on BBQ would be coming to the western suburbs of Boston, and now we have learned that it is up and running.

According to a source, Maple & High is now open in Waltham, and as mentioned in an earlier article here, it has moved into the space on Moody Street where Da Vinci Ristorante had been, and before that, Charcoal Guido's. The people behind the new dining spot come from the long-closed Bison County on Moody Street and The Tack Room in Lincoln, and the menu includes such items as fried catfish bites, lamb skewers, smoked pork belly, wings, burgers, pulled pork melts, chicken pot pie, macaroni and cheese, Cajun salmon, grilled sirloin, and smoked short ribs.

The address for Maple & High is 482 Moody Street, Waltham, MA, 02453. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/wAbqfu7

[Earlier Article]
Maple & High Plans to Open on Moody Street in Waltham, Replacing Da Vinci Ristorante

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Waterford's Family Restaurant in Dedham Has Closed

A dining and drinking spot in the southwestern suburbs of Boston that offered a mix of Irish dishes and classic American fare has shut down.

According to a source, Waterford's Family Restaurant in Dedham is no longer in business, with the social media for the Bridge Street place mentioning this while also hinting that a new concept may be coming to the space, saying in a Facebook post that "We look forward to seeing you all when we reopen." Waterford's first opened in 2013, replacing the Irish Ale House; the restaurant's menu included such options as seafood soup, clam chowder, wings, tenders, fish sandwiches, burgers, nachos, chicken curry, fish and chips, tenderloin steak, and more.

The address for the now-closed Waterford's Family Restaurant was 2 Bridge Street, Dedham, MA, 02026.

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Olivadi Restaurant in Norwood Is Closing Permanently

A casual upscale suburban restaurant in the southwest suburbs of Boston that appeared to have shut down early in the pandemic only to open back up a couple of years later is now going to be closing permanently.

According to a Facebook post from the business, Olivadi Restaurant in Norwood is getting ready to say farewell, with the post from the Guild Street dining spot saying the following:

To our wonderful friends, family, and community, after many amazing years, we have made the difficult decision to close Olivadi Restaurant & Bar. Olivadi opened in 2008 when our father, Anthony Delapa, set out to create something truly special right here in downtown Norwood. Ever since, our family has been proud to be part of this community and welcome so many of you through our doors....From our family to yours, thank you for 18 years of memories, friendship, and support. Grazie di cuore

The note mentions that its last night of service will be Saturday, October 10.

Back in the middle part of 2020, Olivadi appeared to have closed for good because of the impact of Covid-19, along with the passing of Anthony Delapa; the restaurant did end up reopening in the spring of 2022.

The address for Olivadi Restaurant is 32 Guild Street, Norwood, MA, 02062. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/dDeEwNC

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Cunard Tavern in East Boston Is Closing

A gastropub located in an historic building by the water is shutting down.

According to a couple of sources, Cunard Tavern in East Boston is getting ready to close, with a Facebook post from the Orleans Street spot saying the following:

After nearly a decade in East Boston, it's time to say goodbye....Cunard was never just a restaurant to us. It was a neighborhood bar, a gathering place, a place for first dates and birthday celebrations, Sunday brunches and late nights, beer dinners and trivia nights. Most importantly, it was a place where we got to know our neighbors and where so many of you became friends. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who walked through our doors, to the East Boston community that welcomed and supported us, and especially to every member of our team, past and present, who made Cunard what it is....Thank you, East Boston. It has been an honor to be your neighborhood tavern.

The last day for Cunard Tavern will be Sunday, September 27.

Cunard Tavern first opened in the spring of 2017 at the site of an old woodworking shop; the place has been known for its globally-inspired dishes along with its cocktail offerings.

The address for Cunard Tavern is 24 Orleans Street, East Boston, MA, 02128. Its website can be found at https://ift.tt/gkW0LXx

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Restaurant News for the Week Ending September 20, 2026

Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between September 14, 2026, and September 20, 2026.

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Mike & Patty's to Open in the Former Johnny Pomodoro Space in Charlestown
The people behind a local group of breakfast places and sandwich shops will be opening a new location in a Boston neighborhood.
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Buff's Pub in Newton Corner Is Expanding to Watertown
It looks like one of the best-known places for wings in the Greater Boston area will be opening a second location.
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Armsby Abbey in Worcester Is for Sale
A gastropub in Central Massachusetts that is considered by many to be one of the best beer bars in New England is on the market.
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Ciao! Pizza and Pasta to Open in Lynn
An award-winning wood-fired pizzeria in Chelsea is expanding to a few miles to the north.
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The Foodsmith in Duxbury Is Closing
A bakery-cafe on the South Shore that has a couple of well-known media people behind it is shutting down.
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