Ready to discover the newest businesses to open in Waltham? From a rock-climbing spot housed inside a brewery to a traditional American restaurant and craft cocktail bar, read on for a rundown of the newest hot spots to arrive near you.
Central Rock Gym
Central Rock Gym is a rock climbing, climbing and fitness and instruction spot that's located at 411 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 105.
The business offers 4,000 square feet of climbing terrain and 150 boulder problems. Seven Boston-area gyms are included with a membership. This spot also has a unique partnership with Mighty Squirrel brewery (see below), so if you're not into climbing at the moment, you can still enjoy a craft brew while watching other people scale the walls.
Mighty Squirrel
Also at 411 Waverley Oaks Road, stop by and you'll find Mighty Squirrel, a new brewery.
"The brewery will also feature a 5,000 square-foot Central Rock Gym space," according to a preview by BostonMagazine.com. Try the Cosmic Distortion, a double IPA, double dry-hopped with Galaxy & Mosaic hops. It offers notes of pineapple, starfruit, papaya and tangerine.
Balani Restaurant
Balani Restaurant is a new bar and traditional American spot that's located at 469 Moody St.
Start off with the steamed mussels with brandy, old bay, lemon and sourdough croutons. For dinner, try the short rib stir-fry with homemade spaghetti, cabbage, maitake, spicy chilis, cashews and a soft cooked egg. Complement your meal with a craft cocktail, such as the Indistinct Radio Chatter. It features Bully Boy rum, cognac, sherry, Amaretto, ginger and pineapples.
