Food Editor
Rachel has been covering the Boston-area restaurant scene in various capacities since 2008, including nine years as editor of Eater Boston. A Massachusetts native, she currently resides in Medford with her husband, sons, cat, and too many (mostly dead) plants. When not writing about food, she's playing music or buying yet another cookbook she'll never use.
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Brookline Gets a Thai-Inspired ‘Elevated Dive Bar’ from the Mahaniyom Team
Here’s a sneak peek at Merai, opening this spring in the former Matt Murphy’s Pub space and mixing Thai flavors with global cuisines.
Where to Eat in Greater Boston in April 2024
New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.
Comfort Kitchen and Talulla Are James Beard Award Nominees for 2024
Not a ton of Boston-area representation on this year’s list, but we’re rooting for these two.
Soju, Sounds, and Sushi: A Restaurant Trio Opens in Downtown Crossing
Restaurateur Jamie Bissonnette and the JM Curley crew have come together to open a Korean restaurant, vinyl listening lounge, and subterranean sushi counter.
A Giant New Development Will Bring a Greek Restaurant (and More) to Back Bay
Lyrik Back Bay will include at least four restaurants and cafés among its tenants—not to mention an elevated plaza above the Pike.
Chef Sarah Wade Will Serve an Eclectic, Upscale Menu at Her Third Boston Restaurant
Opening downtown in fall 2024, SJ’s will get a little fancier than the Chopped champion’s comfort-food-laden restaurants Stillwater and Sloane’s.
The InterContinental’s Dining Revamp Puts an Italian Steakhouse on the Waterfront
Farewell to Miel and RumBa; hello to Matria and Bar Fellini, opening late this spring.
Acclaimed Chef Karen Akunowicz Brings Northern Italian Food to Logan Airport
Fox & Flight is now open in Terminal A with rigatoni Bolognese, Campari margaritas, and more.
Kenmore Square Seafood Restaurant Pescador Is Closing
One of three Boston spots from New York City’s Blue Ribbon Restaurants group, the Hotel Commonwealth location will close on March 11.
XOXO Sushi Bar Brings Japanese with a Twist to Chestnut Hill
Chef Kegan Stritchko, an Uni alum, blends Edomae-style sushi traditions with a modern spin.
Award-Winning Pop-Up Mimi’s Chūka Diner Finds a Somerville Home
Showcasing a blend of Japanese-style Chinese food and American diner influences, Mimi’s will open in the former Tasting Counter space at Aeronaut Brewing later this year.
Where to Eat in Greater Boston in March 2024
New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.
Michael Schlow’s New Project Is a Soon-to-Open Seafood Restaurant
The restaurateur is chef-partner of Seamark Seafood & Cocktails, opening this spring at Encore Boston Harbor—and yes, he’s bringing back his famous Radius burger.
Baleia Brings Seafood-Filled Portuguese Cuisine to the South End
Coda Restaurant Group—the team behind SRV, Gufo, and the Salty Pig—opens a madeira-soaked date-night spot in March.
The Ultimate Guide to Winter Dining in Boston
Comfort food, cozy restaurants with fireplaces, and more.