According to its website, the Green Dragon Tavern originally opened in 1654, and was frequented by the likes of Paul . MIT students made a game of stealing them and placing them in bizarre locations- like the top of the dome on the main building on campus. Located on the ground floor, the Jordan Marsh Food Shop and Bakery would have shoppers following their noses toward those signature muffins and other baked goods; once there, they could also browse gourmet snacks and gift baskets. So, whats sitting on these properties now? Miss them all. How I looked forward to that! I miss their cold garlic broccoli salad and chilled red wine in pitchers. Areas of the building date back to the 1700s, The Modern Hotel and restaurant Nashua NH, Oh their onion rings! Actress Amy Poehler worked at Chadwicks as a teenager in the late 1980s, as did her future Saturday Night Live castmate Rachel Dratch. Theres probably some Harvard Business School study on why that is, but its often really disappointing for the customers. The Kings Rook in Marblehead kept me in great French Cream Cheese cake, fruit Frapps and Classical Music. David K. I used to love Sandys! My dad always got finn Haddie we kids would pronounce it. Following a return to private ownership in 1982, Brighams capitalized on its most popular offering and began selling packaged ice cream in supermarkets. Felicias in the North End! When I was a young art student, a treat was to go to one of Bostons Baileys locations for corn chowder and a sandwich. . At the time of its closing, it was the second-oldest restaurant in Boston (behind Union Oyster House, 1826) and the fifth-oldest in the country. Dairy Bar along with great restaurant and craft brewery! Cheers Faneuil Hall: The Faneuil Hall location's bar was a replica of the one that appeared on the set of the TV show. Also, their clam chowder was also delicious. Yes!! Boston, MA 02210; East Side Bar and Grille 561 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141; Easy Pie 1701 Washington Street . We kids loved stopping there, more for the ritual than the actual food, typical diner fare Tho I do recall discovering BLTs there and 7-Up Floats with sherbet!! And last, because its Christmas, Filenes would have dinner with Santa which was the greatest treat of all. A real trip down memory lane! They were an Italian restaurant served huge plates of Italian food and their desserts were good too. Excellent, my mom and her friend Marge took me there when I was expecting my first baby, a special day! Bella Luna Restaurant & The Milky Way Lounge: A true Jamaica Plain institution, this famously inclusive meeting spot welcomed all comers since the 1990s. But the man who had been behind those delicious muffins for more than 30 years, baker John Pupek, wasnt ready to let go. How about Dini s, a favorite seafood restaurant our family went to for celebrations. Dick's Last Resort: One of Quincy Market's most notorious party spots has hosted its last raucous birthday party. I cant remember the name but it was right off 95 and Colman st. I remember a few great, now gone restaurants as well. Tango: The area's lone Argentinian restaurant finished up an 18-year run in the heart of Arlington Center. I think the name had the word oyster in it. I always thot Howard Johnson had the best ice cream, especially their unbeatable Mocha Chip! Amrheins claims lineage back to 1890, making it a cornerstone of South Boston for over a century. Grew up in Stoneham MA now in FL. My parents would take us there if we were going to Boston, and it was a special treat for us. They were Great, miss them. Vallees Braintree, MA, and other locations throughout New England. But its always been fascinating to us that so many notable (and in some cases, historic) concerts, parties, and events have happened across the city in places that no longer exist. The one we miss the most Fontaines win West Roxburytheir fried chicken Alabama with the snowflake rolls, butternut squash and mashed potatoes with gravy is to die for!! At that point, ownership passed to Victors nephew, Luc Charpentier, who ran the restaurant until it closed in the mid-1990s. Taranta: Jose Duarte's Peruvian-accented eatery was one of the most beloved in the North End. Stoddard's: Tucked away in the Leather District, this retro drinking and dining haunta favorite of Downtown Crossing's after-work crowdshas shuttered its doors. Brighams was great but you didnt give mention to Baileys in Harvard Sq! Well, its often not pleasant. Though now more a restaurant than a bar, you can still stop in for a drink. Great place to work. It started as a hot dog stand by my grandmother,Stefania Danosky. Love that place. That gypsy lifestyle taught him a lot,but when he had experienced enough of it,he opened his own place,and had great success. They still had the great pizza and salad along with many more choices. The four Boston gay bars that closed during the pandemic were a pointed reminder of changes the community has experienced for decades. Berneices, Cello House, Captains Table. From the terrific home made turkey soup to the home made pies, what a meal! We used to have lunch at Brighams. My go to place for Jimmies and a Lime Rickey. Does it sound right to you? Soseven New England restaurants, and theyre all in Massachusetts except for one that was literally 2 minutes from Massachusetts. Never knew who might show up at the Clam Bar. It was also one of the first, if not THE first restaurant to ban smoking! Hugos Cohasset. If only I could go back in time to those wonderful days! A little late maybe, but cant forget Mama Leones in Boston {servicemen in uniform eat for free), the Kon-Tiki Room at the Sheraton-Prudential Center; The Commodore in North Beverly; The Junction for ice cream in Essex, MA ; Hojos all-you-can-eat clams (strips only)all across New England; Pilots Grill and Millers in Bangor, ME; The Sail inn near Bucksport, ME; The 95er in Bangor, ME; and Vallees Steak House at Exit 8 in Portland, ME. At HoJos, mom always had Orange Pineapple ice-cream !! They made a gigantic plate of fresh fried golden brown mixed seafood. BTW Lafayette House and Red wing are still operational. There have been sooo many great independent restaurants, especially in New England, its hard to name all that have gone. Were a bit fascinated by the fact that New Order played whats now a BU dorm laundry room, The Doors played some weird Brighton apartment complex, and Led Zeppelin played whats now essentially a 7-11. All but 1 of these restaurants were in MA, yet this is titled 7 Lost & Gone (But Not Forgotten) New England Restaurants For ice cream Browns near Nuble Light ME. I also remember the Pewter Pot Muffin House. ! Mary Kerr, Remember the European in the North End? Try another? It seems to me I remember they had a punch card when they took your order, Anyone remember The Skipper right over the bridge in Fairhaven,Ma. But it was hard to match the unique charm of the original, whose hallmarks included long waits, 20-seat communal tables, and sassy/surly waitstaff. HOW CAN this list not include Howard JohnsonsThey invented the CLAM ROLL, along w/help From NISSEN who invented the New England Hot Dog rollsAlso Heck Allens in Saugus GREAT SEAFOOD. The Boston-Area Bars and Restaurants That Have Closed (Or Are Closing), Spring 2022 Tracking eating and drinking establishments that won't reopen by Stephanie Carter Updated Apr 27, 2022,. Was so hoping someone would rescue the place or at least honor the age of the building and put an eatery that would compliment Durgins history, Weeks Dairy Bar in Laconia, New Hampshire. Loved bringing my brother and sister in there when we were young! When hard times descended in the 2000s, the company was split into two entities, with the restaurant business being sold to Deal Metrics, and the retail ice cream business, along with the Brighams name and trademark flavors, being sold to Hood, which continues to distribute them to stores under the Brighams name. Anyway, it was just outstanding. During the 1980s, Kennedy's struggled and had to shut the doors of its main store (at Summer and Hawley streets). Thank you, terrific memories ~ add to em Locke-Ober Cafe, the Cafe Budapest, and Josephs of Dartmouth St.s lobster savannah. My parents and I came home to visit my grandparents on the Cape in the late 70s. John Zappala created it into a brigantine, two-masted sailing vessel with elegant dining on two levels. For 47 years, Johnny D's in Somerville was a popular music venue for acts ranging from the Dixie Chicks to Neil Young. A favorite of the Kennedys, In Hartford, CT; Honiss Oyster House and The Hearthstone. Went there many a Friday night with dear friends Helen and Gen Pelrine. Commodore was great, as was the General Glover House in ? It was across from the Plymouth public beach area. I always ordered the same thing for dinner: escargot followed by baked stuffed lobster. Dcor included a large-wheeled 19th-century-style bicycle that hung on the wall, and for a while, a Superman cape could be found hanging in the phone booth in the back. Thanks for subscribing! At first, Kennedy's specialized in boy's and men's clothing before venturing into the field of women's clothing in the 1930s. Larrys Cedar Crest in Lawrence, Massachusetts was my favorite restaurant when visiting the area. I do remember that I enjoyed the food. 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. Research and anecdotes were pulled from The Music Museum of New England, Dirty Old Boston, The David Bieber Archives, and a variety of other online sources, linked when appropriate. The clam chowder was phenomenal and made with quahogs. The pu pu platter at the Aku-Aku in Cambridge (Fresh Pond). Popovers !!!!! Legal Test Kitchen: A favorite of concertgoers at the nearby pavillion, Legal's Test Kitchen concept has hit the end of the road. This popular spot was especially well-known for its macaroons! I would check every one of the restaurants I saw, looking for it. What a nice trip down memory lane! Same menu, same everything, delicious popovers. Casey Wilder, Augustines, Route 1, Saugus. Pewter Pot! Buzzys Roast Beef is gone and the Liberty hotel now occupies its place. Their Saturday Club salons counted Henry David Thoreau, Henry James and Dickens as guests. Jack & Marions in Brookline and Fantasias in Cambridge. Kids at the pond who went there in the 30s referred to it as Danoskys though it may have been The Lincoln by then. So miss this restaurant. Compared to other U.S. cities, Boston has lots of businesses that have endured the passage of time. I recall a place called JTs on Route 20 near or in Weston in the 70s and 80s. The Peter Stuyvesant,. But once a month in the cold weather I would treat myself. Warren Tavern Bars Charlestown The Warren Tavern has been in its current location on Pleasant Street (near the Bunker Hill Monument) since. This was in the 70s. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/visiting-the-last-surviving-howard-johnsons. Thanks for the memories of all. Supposedly, the BellyBuster was free to anyone who could eat it all in one go. A terrific restaurant that you should visit if you have the opportunity!! No one has equaled their coffee ice cream. Wonderful staff and so many special nights there with those spectacular views. Best special occasion restaurant ever! Fantastic home cooking. I dont think there was a waiter under 80! Every day was Thanksgiving at Green Ridge Turkey Farm, and the roast turkey with stuffing and potatoes and cranberry sauce is what put it on the map. Still have my best friends for life from there. The Warren Tavern has been in its current location on Pleasant Street (near the Bunker Hill Monument) since 1780, making it the oldest tavern in Massachusetts. Cant believe no one mentioned an almost 60 year old establishment with an iconic neon whale! The Joyce Chen on the Charles River by MIT c. 1968 to 1974 MIT then put buildings there. On weekends, wed get there a little early so that we could enjoy the live entertainment singing the standards. She started out with a12 x 12 stand, and by 1960 had a huge HOJo style stand which was forced to close. Their roquefort dressing was the best. As West Broadway undergoes massive development, including to the building in which Amrheins sits, one can only hope this bastion of old Southiedoes notdisappear in a cloud of gentrification. And if you were lucky after shopping Filenes basement and were good a trip to Baileys ice cream for a Sunday . No one made/makes chicken like they did. Mitchells Steak And Rib House, Hyannis. We felt so grown up! We used to live on the corner of Broadway (Route 1) walking distance to the Town Lyne House. The first time I had a Lobster Out was in Dinis. Here are 12 places that we still miss: How many of these do you personally remember? I worked at Senior Pizza in the late 1960sa poor hippy girlthe manager was an angel. Then one of the first Mexican restaurants in the area the name escapes me. Bergamot: One of Somerville's most popular dining rooms could not survive 2020. Oldest bars in Boston Photograph: Sarah Bentivegna 1. He believed in giving immigrants a chance but he worked them very hard. I too miss The Town Lyne House. Why? Hilltop ! My whole family would meet for dinner there, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents. We would routinely take doggie bags to go because we couldnt eat all the food in one sitting. I agree with all! Good to know its still going strong. Loved the fried clams at the Redwing! Great memories! Melissa Karales, Baileys Ice Cream on Boylston Street. There was a Swedish Smorgasbord restaurant just off Washington St. in Downtown Boston and we went there alot in the 50s. ), then at a new location near the Aquaruim. Here in New England, we develop pretty strong attachments to the places that serve us what, and how, we like best and boy, do we miss them when they're gone. Whenever a new one opened,he was in charge of setting it up,hiring staff,planning menus,etc.He said he would spend 6 months at each location, get it running smoothly and hand it over to permanent management. The HobBob Restaurant on the Boston Post Road in Madison, Connecticut served the most amazing fried chicken and shaved ham grinders! Coney Island in Worcester is still open and now also has a hot dog concession at Polar Park, the new home of Boston Red Sox AAA affiliate, the Worcester Red Sox (formerly the Pawtucket Red Sox). During its 137 years in business, this establishment was known for its elegance, history, and steak and lobster fare. I had so many times there with friends as part of a day spent shopping or at the movies. I became a serious seafood lover and cook after my year at Honiss. In its prime, Hilltop Steakhouse was regularly listed among the busiest restaurants in the world. It really was the best Greek food around. The grilled and buttered rolls were delicious!! I tried googling it but doesnt come up, That Rte 1 Kellys was a Red Coach Grille years ago, They used to have a giant cart outside on the corner of it with really big wheels.I remember Red Coach Grill, good food too, In the early 1960s it was a Red Coach Grill. Lived in Buxton for years and made the trip to Coles on a weekly basis. Before that the land was on the Higginson estate. also Warmuths they had a great B deck saladthere are so many that are gone and I miss them all. On the other side of 95 was The 95 House. Founded in Boston by Eben Jordan and Benjamin Marsh in 1851, Jordan Marsh & Company was a pioneering department store that expanded throughout New England and beyond, becoming a popular anchor store as mall shopping took off in the 1950s and 1960s. Black Angus, Boston. They have a restaurant in Sanford Maine now , unfortunately no stuffed obstetrics or dessert but still good. I miss them both. demolished 2017 after years of eyesore status..but in its glory days,it boasted of charbroiled meats and steaming lobster ,in bold neon ,to the passing hordes.. Fried Clam stand on Route 1 in York (? With characters the likes of which the world will never see again. Around early 80s, the owner was a real fisherman and wed often see an enormous catch in the walk-in frig. For a few months around 1967, Crosstown Bus filled a second-floor space of the 139-year-old Warren Building, a now inauspicious apartment and commercial building we pass by each day stuck in . Enjoy a tipple at these timeless barsand take in some history, too. You always had to rub the Buddhas belly in the lobby before and after you ate your meal. Patti Johnson Georgevich, Anthonys Pier 4 in Boston will always hold a special place in my heart. John Durgin and Eldridge Park took that over in 1827 (a third partner, John Chandler, came aboard in 1840, but by then it was apparently too late to add his name). Baileys. A little late maybe, but cant forget Mama Leones in Boston {servicemen in uniform eat for free), the Kon-Tiki Room at the Sheraton-Prudential Center; The Commodore in North Beverly; The Junction for ice cream in Essex, MA ; Hojos all-you-can-eat clams (strips only)all across New England; Pilots Grill and Millers in Bangor, ME; The Sail inn near Bucksport, ME; The 95er in Bangor, ME; and Vallees Steak House at Exit 8 in Portland, ME; and McNamaras in Winthrop, ME. Muffins, of course from standard varieties like blueberry and coffee cake to unusual creations like almond tea and fruit cocktail (there were even mystery muffins for daring diners.). Thank you for remembering Jake Wirths. There were road signs telling you it was coming up ahead. By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Ive been to a couple of these restaurants like the Hilltop Steakhouse remember going there with my grandparents when I was little and going into the butcher shop too. And the profits? No one mentioned Vinny Ts they had restaurants in Worcester and Lexington. They have a restaurant in Sanford Maine now , unfortunately no stuffed lobster or dessert but still good. And, how about the Redwing in Foxboro ! Mocha chip my all time favorite. There was music and some of Santas elves would bring you a box of your own crayons and coloring pages while you waited for dinner. (Well, that and the giant turkey that overlooked it all from the restaurants iconic highway sign.). 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. It moved over to Hanover and changed completely. As far as now defunct chain restaurants that were always very good, Victorias Station ( all of their restaurants were built from converted Train Cars. Ahh, yes, the Pillar House ~ very much a special-occasion restaurant. The Chart Room. It was really formal and they hosted weddings in the back yard. Everything in the restaurant was sparkling. Cuchi Cuchi: For 19 years, Cantabrigians flocked to this Central Square hideaway to enjoy globally-inspired small plates and creative cocktails. #BostonStrong The Pour House on Boylston 907 Boylston St #21, Boston, MA 02115 The Field Pub: As perhaps Cambridge's most popular Irish pub, The Field hosted countless first dates, break-ups, and late-night gatherings. The Automatic: This popular Kendall Square hangout, famous for its burgers and after-work scene, opened in late 2016 as a collaboration between Chris Schlesinger (of the now-closed East Coast Grill) and Dave Cagle (of the now-closed B-Side Lounge). Family-owned since 1909, the bar and caf is a Boston staple - and it was opened long before the proliferation of Irish-themed bars you see today (in . Have you ever been to Kream n Kone in Dennis? Words below are by Marotta, and all images by Hutchings. Two more owners saw the restaurant through its next 60 years, until it was finally sold in 2007 to Ark Restaurants, whose other holdings include Bryant Park Grill in New York City and Sequoia in Washington, D.C. During its long run, Durgin-Park flirted with expansion, operating satellite locations at Copley Place and Logan Airport for a time. Yay to Thompsons. When you were a regular to Durgin Park you had your own waitress! Gilchrist's building is still standing, although the store itself closed in 1977. It had the same owner from 1922 til it closed when the state ended Rt# 128. Bison County: Waltham's go-to spot for fine barbecue has smoked its last rack of ribs. The Brighams in Arlington Heights, Nov. 18, 2009. The gleaming stainless diner was a family stop on every trip to-and-fro Providence and Portland Always a thrill to be the first to spot the big red DINER sign Finding a table always toward the right, passing truckers straddling stools at the long pink counter. Its cool to us that these old legacy bands played in places that we pass every day and dont think twice about. They grew their own vegetables in a garden outside near a shuffleboard court. Great seafood and a good variety on the menu so everyone could find something no matter what their tastes. Last meal there was with my dad in, I think, 1980 or 1981. Bonanza Steakhouse in Pittsfield, Mass! But we never let go of our past loves, so lets step into the wayback machine and revisit a few of the now-closed New England restaurants that live on in our memory. In the early sixties, I worked just up Route 1 at what was once known as Ships Haven, which became, The Ship. Does anyone remember the Cranberry Bog Restaurant in North Stonington, CT? What a delicious combination. When you stop by this historic Boston bar for a brew, you are following the footsteps of American history. As Boston has grappled with a public health emergency coupled with myriad restrictions, local restaurants and bars of all stripes have tried to combat the challenges of 2020. Famous folks like Joe DiMaggio and Judy Garland dined here, and it was particularly popular with Boston's political power players. When I was a kid, we had a summer cottage in Onset in the 40s. Great memories of that places. Great German style food and huge beer selection. Great memories. Lords in Wells Maine unbelievable stuffed lobster, had an extra tail inside and the dessert in the pastry with ice cream was delicious. Site was a parking lot for the reservation until 1982. Thanks everyone. Their pot roast was the best I have ever had as was there Grape Nut Custard. Topsys/Fontaines in West Roxbury, My all time favorite, Valles Steak Houses, Bickfords (late night, early morning breakfasts), Vallees, Freds Seafood (Randolph) Friendlys, Hilltop, The No-Name & the pewter pot, also Woolworths .
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