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Boston's buzzworthy spring restaurant openings
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From a beachfront tiki bar to a Michelin-recommended expansion, Greater Boston can expect several new openings this season.
Why it matters: A wave of high-profile concepts is slated to debut in the spring or summer.
- The cluster of openings is a mix of established local veterans expanding their footprints and new places hoping to make an impact.
The Spring lineup
Rosa y Marigold - Back Bay
- The couple behind Celeste in Somerville is looking to create a dinner party experience with their new spot at the Lyrik.
- It has traditional Peruvian classics like ceviche alongside Peruvian-Chinese options.
Urban Hearth - Inman Square
- An expansion for chef Erin Miller's Michelin-recommended, but tiny, farm-to-table Mass. Ave. gem.
- The new space, at the old Bukowski's in Inman Square, will feature a six-seat chef's counter, a new full-service bar and a lot more seats compared to the original space.
Kowloon Tiki on the Beach - Revere Beach
- The iconic Chinese palace wants to build a beachfront sibling to its Saugus landmark.
- Think tropical cocktails and pupu platters, but instead of being trapped on Rt. 1, you have an ocean view.
Agosto and Baby Sister - Boston, South End
- Boston's Portuguese fine dining explosion continues at Agosto with a 45-seat chef's table that will be next door to bakery and café Baby Sister.
- Baby Sister will offer house-made baked goods and casual cafe fare while chef George Mendes brings Portuguese tasting menus to the sit-down Agosto.
Celine - Fort Point
- A Montréal-inspired neighborhood spot from an established restaurant group in the old Blue Dragon space on Melcher St.
- Coda Restaurant Group promises a strong bar program with a French-Canadian twist.
- The menu's not nailed down, but steak tartare and chicken liver mousse could be winners.
Uptown Social - South End
- Star restaurateur Nia Grace resurrects the old Darryl's Corner with a rebranded celebration of soul food, music and Southern classics.
- The space, which reopened Thursday, has been a community cornerstone since it was Bob the Chef's in 1957.