An Italian Mainstay in Beacon Hill Will Close After 22 Years
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Grotto, a beloved Italian restaurant in Beacon Hill, will shut down in September as its lease ends, marking the end of its 22-year run. Chef Scott Herrit announced the closure on their website, emphasizing the difficulty of this decision. The restaurant is known for its cozy atmosphere and signature dishes, including short rib gnocchi and spaghetti and meatballs. Meanwhile, Jonquils Cafe & Bakery has closed unexpectedly without clear reasons. Nubian Markets, an all-day cafe highlighting the African diaspora, is expanding to a new location in Roxbury's Nubian Square.
Chef and owner Scott Herrit announced Grotto, a restaurant in Beacon Hill that has been open for 22 years, will close in September as its lease ends.
Jonquils Cafe & Bakery on Newbury Street has closed unexpectedly, with a vague announcement stating it would be closed 'until further notice'.
Nubian Markets, an all-day café celebrating the African diaspora, is expanding to a new location at 742 Columbus Avenue in Roxbury's Nubian Square.
The original Grotto restaurant, known for its cozy atmosphere and popular dishes like short rib gnocchi and spaghetti and meatballs, will begin its final nights before the lease expires.
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