Figaro’s, the family-run Italian sandwich shop that has anchored Boston’s Leather District for years, is gearing up for a second city outpost in the Fenway. A sign in the window and a “coming soon” social media teaser point to 92 Peterborough Street as the new address, with the owners saying they will announce a firm opening date and hours in the coming weeks.
Fenway Storefront And What Was There
According to What Now Boston, photographer Bret Clancy spotted the Figaro’s sign at 92 Peterborough Street, and the shop later followed up with a “coming soon” post confirming the move. Uber Eats currently lists the same address and indicates the unit most recently housed Viva Burrito, which points to Figaro’s taking over that former storefront.
Figaro’s History And Menu
Figaro’s was founded in 2002 by siblings Rosie and Giovanni “John” Martone and has since built a reputation for hearty, made-to-order Italian sandwiches. Per Figaro's website, Rosie trained at Le Cordon Bleu, and the menu features items such as the Big Steak Classic Italian, Eggplant Caprese and the Tuscan Vegetable Panino. The family also notes on the site that the shop has appeared on Food Network and Phantom Gourmet, exposure that helped boost its profile beyond the Leather District regulars.
What To Expect And Timeline
Giovanni told What Now Boston that more specific opening details will roll out in the coming weeks. The Fenway address will give Figaro’s a second Boston location following past experiments with a Revere Beach spot, positioning the team to serve both daytime office workers and the evening and event crowds that swirl around Fenway. For anyone tracking neighborhood changes, it is another sign of ongoing turnover and fresh opportunity along Peterborough Street.
Fenway’s Restaurant Turnover And Opportunity
Recent coverage has highlighted how Peterborough Street has been particularly active this spring, with new restaurants stepping into spaces left vacant by departing tenants. For instance, NBC Boston reported that Fenway Grill & Bar opened at 100 Peterborough after a longtime tenant shut its doors. Figaro’s planned arrival would add another sandwich-focused option to the lineup, catering to Fenway’s mix of office workers, students and event-goers.
