New No. 9 owners bring gin to Park Street

Why it matters: The landmark space was home to Barbara Lynch's famous No. 9 Park for 26 years before closing in late 2024 amid workplace controversies and lawsuits.

Driving the news: Rodriguez is turning it into a French-European spot with Boston's first dedicated gin bar.

• Named "Nine" for the address on Park Street, it's set to open later this month.

Zoom in: Chef de cuisine Andrew Simonich, a Lynch protege from No. 9 Park and Menton, leads the kitchen with seasonal tasting menus and more approachable a la carte options.

What we're watching: Rodriguez envisions a "gin palace" with different kinds of tonics alongside a French wine list.