Monday, November 26, 2012
Tell us what should move into former Pine Street eatery!
With Boca Restaurant & Bar recently closing on Pine Street, a vacancy along the Moody Street area opened. The site is readily accessible by foot, car and bus and is near many other area restaurants and the Embassy Cinema. What do you think should move into the site? Leave your comments in the comment box below.
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Tell us what you think should move into a former Pine Street eatery.
With the recent closing of Sadie's Saloon on Pine Street, an empty building now remains. It now needs a new tenant. The site is easily accesible by car, foot and bus. It is near many other restaurants, sufficient parking and a movie theatre. TELL US: What do you think should move into the site? Tell us in the comments box below.
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
While Black Friday may be the official start to the holiday shopping season, Small Business Saturday isn't far behind. Here in Waltham, shoppers have the opportunity to browse a plethora of local, independently-owned stores in the city. Locals can find much of what they may need either at locally-owned stores or "big box" stores. As shoppers gear up for this holiday season and Small Business Saturday, we want to know more about where you find the best products, service and deals in the Waltham community. What small business in Waltham can you not live without? Let us know in the comments section below. Is it your favorite coffee shop? The friendly hardware store? That fabulous consignment shop where you find amazing deals? Share your …
Friday, November 16, 2012
A new pizzeria has opened on Moody Street.
Charcoal Guido's Pizzeria Bar has opened at the top of restaurant row on Moody Street, according to its co-owner. The restaurant, located at 482 Moody St. between Tempo and Habanero's opened on Wednesday, Nov. 14, co-owner Lou Giovanetti said on Twitter. Giovanetti said there was no formal announcement as the restaurant is still ironing out details. The opening comes in the wake of several recent closings in the Moody Street area, which has left some eatery owners worried. However, several companies have proposed new restaurants in Waltham including Panera Bread, Chipotle and Five Guys.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Local restauranteurs worry about eatery viability on Moody Street.
Some Waltham restauranteurs are expressing concern over a recent string of restaurant closings on Moody Street, according to the Boston Globe. Several Moody Street restaurant owners told the Globe they were worried about the eatery turnover rate on Moody Street area in the wake of Boca Restaurant & Bar closing along with Sadie's Saloon and Upper Crust. Tempo Bistro owner Erin Barnicle told the Globe it was worrisome to watch the three places close, but Waltham's License Commission Chairman Wayne Brasco told the newspaper the turnover rate has always been higher than in other towns as independently-owned restaurants come and go. Those eateries, he said, don't have well-financed companies to keep them afloat. In total, eight restaurants …
Blue laws prohibit retailers from opening before midnight on Black Friday.
Black Friday is starting earlier than ever, as some national retailers have announced they will open the night of Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 22. However, here in Massachusetts, state blue laws prohibit stores from opening until midnight, according to an article in the Boston Globe. Current blue laws prohibit retailers in the state from opening on Thanksgiving, thus preventing them from getting an early start on Black Friday sales, according to the Globe article. Some exceptions are restaurants, health care facilities and gas stations. The laws, instituted in the 17th century, are intended to make sure holidays are properly observed, according to the Boston Globe. Are Massachusetts' blue laws outdated? Should they be eliminated? Tell …
Steven Cavaretta
10:17 am on Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Hope yer right Shauna love the pickle hate the wait.   more ›