Raising Cane's is set to open at Downtown Crossing in Boston, offering its signature chicken tenders and fries. The chain, with a heartfelt backstory and community focus, continues to expand in Massachusetts.

Gather restaurant and Brew café in Boston's Seaport District have closed their doors, with Gather now available only for private events and Brew shut indefinitely, as per updates from their parent company, The Briar Group.

Several TGI Fridays in Massachusetts have permanently closed, leaving employees jobless and patrons without their favorite dining spots. The corporate reasons for the closures are unspecified.

The Fat Cat in Quincy is closing due to COVID impacts and rising costs after a 16-year run, leaving patrons heartbroken over losing a beloved local eatery.

The Boston Wine Expo returns to the Park Plaza Hotel with over 100 wineries, expecting over 4,000 guests. The director Raffaele Scalzi has revamped the event for quality, featuring educational sessions and focused tastings.

Los Alebrijes, a new family-run restaurant offering authentic Mexican dishes, is set to open at 192 Sumner Street in East Boston, a location previously housing La Cancun Restaurant.

House of Pho, a Vietnamese restaurant, is opening on Route 9 in Framingham, replacing the closed Welcome India Cuisine, and will offer a range of traditional and modern dishes.

Tawakal Halal Cafe in East Boston announced its closure on Maverick Street but plans to reopen elsewhere, maintaining its reputation for authentic Somali cuisine since 2018.

Tavern in the Square has opened a new location in Dedham, Massachusetts, where it continues its expansion with locally-sourced food and a commitment to community.

Athan's Bakery in Brighton is closing its Washington Street location but might relocate in the neighborhood, while its Brookline site remains open. Lakon Paris Patisserie will take over the space.

Umi Sushi opens in Arlington Center, offering sushi, sashimi, and more. It replaces Summer Sushi and Yummys Frozen Yogurt at 474 Massachusetts Avenue.

KPOT, a Korean BBQ and hot pot chain, is opening new locations in Dedham, Malden, and Methuen, Massachusetts, offering a communal dining experience with a focus on socializing and a full bar for a nightlife atmosphere.

Stoked Pizza Company is considering opening a new location at the space that once housed Doyle's Cafe in Jamaica Plain, Boston. This potential expansion is currently up for community discussion.