A staple of Boston's South End dining scene, Brownstone, has officially closed its doors. The Dartmouth Street eatery, known for its comfort dishes and welcoming atmosphere, served its last customers after a tenure of approximately 15 years. In a statement on social media, Brownstone expressed its farewell by acknowledging the challenging nature of the restaurant industry and extending gratitude towards its patrons, colleagues, and staff.
"Brownstone was fortunate enough to defy the typical lifestyle of a very good restaurant, many times over...but the old girl is tired. It's time," the establishment announced, as reported by Boston Restaurant Talks. This sentiment was echoed on their website, inviting customers to continue their patronage at sister venues under Glynn Hospitality Group's umbrella. The group operates several other hospitality concepts in the area, including popular spots like Hurricane O'Reilly's and The Black Rose.
As part of the closing statement, Kelly Snogles, who signed off as Brownstone's "Chief Cook and Bottle Washer," ensured that the restaurant's legacy of no-frills good food and drinks would be fondly remembered. Furthermore, the management has secured positions for their employees within their sister establishments, softening the blow for those who called Brownstone their professional home.
