That gypsy lifestyle taught him a lot,but when he had experienced enough of it,he opened his own place,and had great success. It was on Hwy 184 (Providence-New London Turnpike), almost to the state border with Rhode Island. Grew up on the Northshore. Also in the early sixties my parents would take us out for fried chicken at the Chicken Coop, we loved it as kids. Famed not only for its Chinese fare, but for attracting top comedians and offering a Polynesian floor show.. When my three best friends and I got our first paying jobs in high school, we would dress up and go on Sundays. The restaurant was sol around 1983- it was never the same. Wednesday smorgasbord, homemade pies. The clam roll shave been equaled and surpassed bu t other both they were good. Durgin-Parks roots actually go back even further, since it grew out of a food hall that opened shortly after Faneuil Halls construction in 1742. Check out their farewell post on Instagram. I do remember that I enjoyed the food. I miss Anthonys Pier 4 (popovers), Locke Ober (curried shrimp, and salads with their perfect roquefort dressing) and The English Room on Newbury St. (their signature salad dressing, warm sticky buns, and a seafood or was it crabmeat -casserole). And the Wurst House in Harvard Square. My cousins husband Eric and his brothers Frank and Biddle Thompson owned Snow Inn and Thompson Brothers Clam Bar in Harwich Port. Last I checked New England comprised more than 2 states. So sad its not there anymore! The Red Wing is still there and is as wonderful as ever! Its owners boast that their taproom has the oldest hand carved bar in America, and it's wherethe first draft beer pump in Boston was installed. Both were on Main Street in Hyannis! Bids tavern in Norwich Connecticut fabulous place for sandwiches dollar beers the supreme grand slam I especially liked their cheeseburgers. Were a bit fascinated by the fact that New Order played whats now a BU dorm laundry room, The Doors played some weird Brighton apartment complex, and Led Zeppelin played whats now essentially a 7-11. They were as good spot to actually rest while driving g long distances, Great ice cream, my favorites were the coffee flavor and the rum raisin. I agree, always looked forward to the one before you crossed the bridge to the cape. Although Id only been there once about 10 years ago, it has a special sentimental place in my heart. I have lovely memories of both of those! Cheers Faneuil Hall: The Faneuil Hall location's bar was a replica of the one that appeared on the set of the TV show. Many of my favorites already mentioned but have to add Buttricks Ice Cream, Cottage Crest in Reading,the old Carrolls Diner in Medford, Arnies Fireside in Dedham & Beef N Ale Boston next to the Music Hall/Wang Theatre. The story is someone would come up to the bar and order a hot dog, and hed reply We dont have hot dogs. Locke-Ober was the fourth oldest restaurant in Boston prior to its closing and, in its heyday, it had a reputation as a clubby "men only" spot that was rumored to be frequented by "working. Great restaurants from a bygone era indeed. Although not a fine food restaurant, Howard Johnsons (New Englanders do not call it HoJos) IS a New England classic, and deserves a spot on this list. Baileys in Wolfeboro, NH. The menus were written in swoopy cursive. And the profits? All different kinds. The place brought you back to a different time! Susan McHugh, Christos in Brockton. Old Timer Restaurant 155 Church Street Clinton, MA 01510; O'Leary's 1010 Beacon Street The waiters were excellent and wore suits or tuxedoes. Rock clubs come, rock clubs go. Here in New England, we develop pretty strong attachments to the places that serve us what, and how, we like best and boy, do we miss them when they're gone. For my part, I miss all the classic diners that have been closed or moved. Jack & Marions in Brookline and Fantasias in Cambridge. Theres probably some Harvard Business School study on why that is, but its often really disappointing for the customers. Two more to add: Flagstones in Newington, NH and Els The four Boston gay bars that closed during the pandemic were a pointed reminder of changes the community has experienced for decades. It was here that Dickens first read his magnificent novel, A Christmas Carol, in America. Expensive but great for special occasions. Unbelievably, they were still making in My heart is filled with sweet memories just thinking about those special dinners. Sherry Mayes Millington, As a former employee of Anthonys Pier 4, the popovers were delicious. The grilled and buttered rolls were delicious!! Blue Ship Tea Room on a dock in Boston. The Frogmore: Jamaica Plain residents will have to find a new place for fried chicken and Low Country faves. At that time most of us were in our twenties and had worked at a few other local places like The Last National Bank, the White Pillar, the Brownstone and fun bars like The Russian Lady and Mad Murphys, all great memories, still have best friends from those crazy years of youth! Here are 12 places that we still miss: How many of these do you personally remember? I believe another should be added to this list. Site was a parking lot for the reservation until 1982. I miss them all! Warren Tavern Bars Charlestown The Warren Tavern has been in its current location on Pleasant Street (near the Bunker Hill Monument) since. The Clam Bar closed and the Inn is a private resort now. They used to give us old-fashioned finger bowls with every meal and there were cute photos of babies on the wall. The Automatic: This popular Kendall Square hangout, famous for its burgers and after-work scene, opened in late 2016 as a collaboration between Chris Schlesinger (of the now-closed East Coast Grill) and Dave Cagle (of the now-closed B-Side Lounge). John Zappala created it into a brigantine, two-masted sailing vessel with elegant dining on two levels. I miss her and her restaurant. From the terrific home made turkey soup to the home made pies, what a meal! Why? The staff wore Styrofoam boaters and ruffled white shirts with bow ties. And their 3 lb back stuffed was great. My favorite restaurant on Cape Cod, having grown up there, was Mildreds Chowder House in Hyannis! Blacksmith shop in Whitman/North River House in ?Pembroke/Isaacs & Burts in Plymouth, MA, Honisss was our go to restaurant for many years. Bittersweetthank you. She ran the Elm Street market in Waltham with her husband who I believe got in trouble with the law. Cafeteria Boston: One of the city's most popular see-and-be-seen spots has permanently closed after 13 years on Newbury Street. It now houses the popular Trinas Starlite Lounge. Me and my husband miss the Cock & Kettle in Uxbridge Ma. Amazing Baked Alaska! The Abbey Lounge 3 Beacon St., Inman Square, Somerville Once home base to Boston's garage rock scene, the longtime bar space, which first opened in 1907 and was properly established after. And a graduation dinner! Fans of Bettys comfort fare can head down the street to sibling South Boston restaurant Publico, which remains open. Boston, MA 02210; East Side Bar and Grille 561 Cambridge Street Cambridge, MA 02141; Easy Pie 1701 Washington Street . Weylu s palace did not open until 1989 or so. Going to the Pewter Pot in Brookline before my shift at the hospital. But what's the oldest bar in Boston? No one made/makes chicken like they did. This post was first published in 2020 and has been updated. Dont forget the Toll House,home of the famous cookies. The stand was enlarged a couple of times and in 1949 she built a restaurant on the same site which she had bought in 1939. Really miss Top of the Hub. And Chadwicks we always celebrated my kids birthdays there. They still had the great pizza and salad along with many more choices. Plus, being in the theatre district, you might see someone famous. I loved the menu! Sablones Veal n Vintage in Bostons East End. I believe they are still open and that the address is in Walpole, just north of Foxborough. Johnsons is still there in Northwood, NH! The Cock n Kettle was epic! Stillit I ever got back to Massachusetts, it would have been well worth going to several times! I guess being purveyor of chowder to a president doesnt carry the weight of having a former SNL actress serving ice cream. Somerville Brewing: One of Somerville's most beloved spots for creative beers and snacks has served its last pint. All quality seafood, shoreline of Guilford was a restaurant Mecca. But the man who had been behind those delicious muffins for more than 30 years, baker John Pupek, wasnt ready to let go. Baileys. For many shoppers and especially for any weary kids and spouses who accompanied them the bakery was an essential part of a long day of shopping at Bostons destination store. The floor was covered in small white tiles, which added to the ambiance and also helped make the place cool. In a space that originally housed the Federal Reserve, Bond is now a cocktail bar that nods back to its history with original doors and a pastry kitchen that is located in the bank's old vault. I became a serious seafood lover and cook after my year at Honiss. Rte. It was a hit from the start, and before long the stores popularity soared to the point that on some busy days the police had to be called on for crowd control. The parking lot had the best view often there would be a heron or other wildlife in the marsh when you parked. Locals never had a chance to bid farewell to these local restaurants and bars. No mention of Mildreds Chowder House? R.H. Stearns and C. Crawford Hollidge were in direct competition, as the former was located on Tremont Street, across from the Park Street subway station. Kens in Copley Square was a late-night favorite. Its current location, however, is not the first, serving as this tavern's home only since 1844. Best sundaes around, amazing lime rickey. Christopher Pierce, When in my early teens (eons ago), my mom would give me $1.50, and I would get a Coke, a tuna sandwich, fries, and a sundae (with marshmallow!) Certainly iconic. Hilltop Steak House was founded in 1961 by a butcher named Frank Giuffrida, and it was popular from the start. Does anyone remember the Cranberry Bog Restaurant on RT 184 ( Providence-New London Turnpike) in North Stonington, CT? The lobster pie was absolutely filled with big chunks of buttery lobster and a buttery topping and it was my favorite. I miss their cold garlic broccoli salad and chilled red wine in pitchers. Dante: The Royal Sonesta's Restaurant Dante has closed after 15 years. My favorite place to eat while spending summers at the shore. Their homemade mayonnaise was to die for. By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. At the time of its closing, it was the second-oldest restaurant in Boston (behind Union Oyster House, 1826) and the fifth-oldest in the country. The Kowloon was the big attration on Route One, and still is. We even sat next to Mark Wahlberg there one day! Also, the Red Wing in Foxboro ? According to its website, the Green Dragon Tavern originally opened in 1654, and was frequented by the likes of Paul . Learned to eat Fish & Chips there before I learned to like seafood. Always packed, always outstanding. Great memories. Long gone, now, of course. It really was the best Greek food around. The food was fine (think burgers, tuna melts, and BLTs), but the ice cream was always the draw. Still miss my favorite restaurant. Jimmys Harborside, Red Coach Grill, Commodore Restaurant. Ceia: One of Newburyport's go-to destinations for fine bistro fare has shuttered its doors. Supposedly, the BellyBuster was free to anyone who could eat it all in one go. The HobBob Restaurant on the Boston Post Road in Madison, Connecticut served the most amazing fried chicken and shaved ham grinders! I grew up in Norfolk and my family enjoyed going there. Advertisement: "It's all gone,. Thanks for the memories of all. Went with my grandparents to the one on Main Street in Falmouth, now an Indian restaurant. Worth the drive all the way from Bellingham MA just to have them for dinner, Also the Fin and Fern it was on route 101 going from Amherst to Bedford NH. The most elegant, continental style, second Prime Rib if you finished the first- The Brook Manor Super special dining for special occasions! There were any weekend mornings having breakfast there and the muffins and coffee were great. It is located in a building that dates to the early 1700s and is listed as a National Historic Landmark. It started as a hot dog stand by my grandmother,Stefania Danosky. James Hook & Co. Year Established: 1925. Now with this pandemic so many more good places have closed. Vanyaland editor Michael Marotta and photographer John Hutchings spent a day tracing Bostons long-gone clubs, and photo-documenting what exists in these spaces today. Anyone know? ! Liz White Welch, What now-closed restaurant do you miss the most?Were putting together a list of our readers favorite gonebut not, Posted by Boston.com onTuesday, August 8, 2017, Last call: What now-closed restaurant do you miss the most?Were (finally) putting together a list of our readers, Posted by Boston.com onWednesday, January 10, 2018. The Steaming Kettle in Government Center the BEST clam chowder EVAH!!! How about Sandys on the bridge to the Cape, Redwood in Mendon, Coney Island in Worcester, of course Anthonys , The No Name, the Hilltop in Worcester, and the list goes on. Anyone remember the name of the restaurant on 3A in Plymouth, Ma. Oldest bars in Boston Photograph: Sarah Bentivegna 1. Best fried chicken evaah!! How about maybe one of the oldest restaurants in MA. When you stop by this historic Boston bar for a brew, you are following the footsteps of American history. For a few months around 1967, Crosstown Bus filled a second-floor space of the 139-year-old Warren Building, a now inauspicious apartment and commercial building we pass by each day stuck in . Fontains with the waving chicken on the VFW Pkwy, West Roxbury. Great food and hideaway bar. The Apolo dinner and Benjamins in Taunton MA, Tiny Jims in Buzzards Bay MA, and remember standing in line at York steak house chains around NE. My husband and I miss Ma Glochners in Bellingham only one choice but the best cinnamon rolls and broasted chicken. But we never let go of our past loves, so lets step into the wayback machine and revisit a few of the now-closed New England restaurants that live on in our memory. The store concentrated on classic goods and, in the 1970s, several other branches opened throughout Greater Boston. Legal Sea Foods - Charles Square: Located in the shadow of the Charles Hotel, the lone Harvard Square outpost of this local seafood emporium has shuttered. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with prior written permission of Vanyaland. The chocolate loving Dutch have been eating them for breakfast on toast for decades. Got engaged there! Only place I have visited where you could order a whale steak. Comments as wonderful as article. I watched it grow from a small bar with bar pizza and delicious Greek salad to a large popular restaurant where wed wait an hour to get a seat on the weekend. Yokens Thar She Blows restaurant in Portsmouth NH, There was also a location on Route 1 in Danvers, MA. #BostonStrong The Pour House on Boylston 907 Boylston St #21, Boston, MA 02115 There is now a daycare center where it once stood, at the corner of Waltham Street and Concord Avenue. Pewter Pot Muffin House did not have a long run. Sheffield Utd X Tottenham - Ao Vivo Grtis HD Sem Travar | Futebol Grtis HD. Both great black Forrest German restaurants with Bier Steins galore!! Many a last call at the South Pacific in Newton. In March 1951, Howard Flanders and his family became the new owners of Green Ridge Turkey Farm, and a rebuilt restaurant reopened the following year. Dining rooms were named after places like Kansas City, Dodge City, and Sioux City. Ive been to a couple of these restaurants like the Hilltop Steakhouse remember going there with my grandparents when I was little and going into the butcher shop too. So he opened his own shop, the Jordan Marsh Muffin Co., in Brockton, Massachusetts, in 1998. Bison County: Waltham's go-to spot for fine barbecue has smoked its last rack of ribs. If only I could go back in time to those wonderful days! I also loved the different steaks. Same menu, same everything, delicious popovers. Casey Wilder, Augustines, Route 1, Saugus. Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox. They were old fashioned and comforting on a cold day. Ahh Brighams. Dj vu! Great memories. So sad it closed always wished it would open again. Stoddard's: Tucked away in the Leather District, this retro drinking and dining haunta favorite of Downtown Crossing's after-work crowdshas shuttered its doors. That being said, you can check out all the responses from August and last week on our Facebook page or embedded at the bottom of this article. The site of many birthday dinners! Saugus! You go downstairs. Two more owners saw the restaurant through its next 60 years, until it was finally sold in 2007 to Ark Restaurants, whose other holdings include Bryant Park Grill in New York City and Sequoia in Washington, D.C. During its long run, Durgin-Park flirted with expansion, operating satellite locations at Copley Place and Logan Airport for a time. Too far from my home in Wakefield. Dont know about up a hill, but you could mean Berts Landing..just next to the beach access. Thank you for remembering Jake Wirths. Though now more a restaurant than a bar, you can still stop in for a drink. In the early sixties, I worked just up Route 1 at what was once known as Ships Haven, which became, The Ship. I think they are still at Faneuil Hall. There were so many and I miss them all. Glad Dinis and Too House were mentioned by others. Closed early 2000s I think hope someone had the foresight to rescue it XOV. They always loved hearing the drum then hearing their name being mentioned then getting their special ice cream. Bergamot: One of Somerville's most popular dining rooms could not survive 2020. for dessertand still have enough left to tip. They were also famous for their homemade Hot Fresh Popovers which every table would get a basket of them. Thanks for subscribing! Does anyone recall The Buttery or Seniors Pizza in Kenmore Square? What about the Chateau in Manchester, NH, Coles in Gray, Maine, and many others? Went to the one in West Yarmouth two years ago was not that impressed. God bless them for locating great places to eat, mostly from Yankee Magazine. I was just craving Souper Salad earlier today. I had so many times there with friends as part of a day spent shopping or at the movies. And Sherrys in Quincy along with Morey Pearls, 7 Es and while the food might not be great, going to Howdys was quite the experience, especially Friday nights when the cars would back into the spaces for show off time. Ahhh, Red Wing Diner. And of course that was followed by an Anthonys birthday cake. Also Newport Creamery and there was a restaurant I used to go with in New London CT with my grandma that is now a bank. At first, Kennedy's specialized in boy's and men's clothing before venturing into the field of women's clothing in the 1930s. pic.twitter.com/tUl8hAtRCA, JWU Culinary (@JWUCulinaryNow) March 15, 2016, Fontaines in West Roxbury the fried chicken and grilled, buttered dinner rolls. Kristina Nikolaides, Best coleslaw and onion rings evah!! The clam chowder was phenomenal and made with quahogs. Today, that number has been cut to less than half. But the NoNames legacy cant be understated,believe me..it served as a virtual Restaurant Academy, and chances are there is at least one establishment in your area that owes its existence to that chain of entrepreneurship that issued forth from the humble Fish Pier! Santa and Mrs. Claus would make an appearance. Ditto the Hilltop Steak House. We love Brighams ice cream BUT, they did NOT invent jimmies. It was across from the Plymouth public beach area. They made a mean lime rickey too. The enterprise expanded to include four stores located in Boston (on Tremont Street), Hyannis, Cohasset, and Wellesley. As West Broadway undergoes massive development, including to the building in which Amrheins sits, one can only hope this bastion of old Southiedoes notdisappear in a cloud of gentrification. I miss The The Rome in North Attleboro-Joe Chilli was great to work for too! The Pewter Pot chowder was excellent. The best hamburgers and roast beef sandwiches. The old Joe Tecces on North Washington Street in Bostonfirst date with my husband in 1975! Jayne Rossi-Elliott, First date with my husband, 1970. Susan Finstein Brine, First date with my husband in 1982. Julie Kerbel, Yes, Joe Tecces! When I lived in North Andover and got my first FT job at WT Grants, my mother and I used to go shopping at the Peabody Mall. Wish we could find the recipe for their delicious Delmonico potatoes . ! Ricky Buster McHavaham, The Hilltop Steak House! Dedicated production facilities were established, and more than 20 new Brighams locations opened in the 1930s and 1940s. Cuchi Cuchi: For 19 years, Cantabrigians flocked to this Central Square hideaway to enjoy globally-inspired small plates and creative cocktails. Excellent, my mom and her friend Marge took me there when I was expecting my first baby, a special day! OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Great salads and sticky buns. Its cool to us that these old legacy bands played in places that we pass every day and dont think twice about. Greatly miss so many,this topic really stirs memories for a lot of us,..how about Dinos Sea Grill on Tremont Street Boston? Compiled between July 11 and July 15, 2016, with profound fondness and sorrow for the dearly departed watering holes of our youth: Out in Metrowest of Boston there was The Cock N Kettle restaurant in uxbridge. Best antipasto!! A 68-foot-tall cactus sign is all that remains of this once-huge restaurant in Saugus. They too just closed for some reason. Dineros Hull. Heck Allens is much missed, and even its replacement, Spuds, is now gone and my husband and I and several friends used to go there often. Diners can still enjoy Dante de Magistris' fresh pastas and hearty Italian plates at Il Casale Lexington and Il Casale Belmont. The Green Barn in Salem,NH. For doughnuts Johnsons Dairy Bar on Route 4 in New Hampshire forget the town now but it was between Concord and Exeter. Actually, I just looked it up and, indeed, they are still open and have great reviews! Boylston Street -- one of the most popular and busiest in Boston -- grew eerily quiet when the state first required businesses to close under the COVID-19 restrictions. Jimmys Harborside in Boston (next door to Pier Four) and The Pillar House in Newton. The wait staff was great. I too miss The Town Lyne House. But by then the end was in sight: Giuffrida had sold the business the previous year, and it did not fare well under later owners. Bella Luna Restaurant & The Milky Way Lounge: A true Jamaica Plain institution, this famously inclusive meeting spot welcomed all comers since the 1990s. Brighams quickly outgrew its mom-and-pop roots. Yokens restaurant was just off the freeway in Portsmouth. In addition to all of these? This popular spot was especially well-known for its macaroons! When the state took the land for the Walden Pond State Reservation in 1966 or 67 she was ready to sell. Its not surprising that as one of the Americas first settlements, Massachusetts has its fair share of historic taverns. Great place to work. The iconic Chicopee Hu Ke Lau closed its doors after 53 years on April 6, 2018. There was always a line outside waiting to go inside for a wonderful dinner. 3 hours later, we headed from there to the Cape !! Best meal evah! Sheila M. Hawes, Bishops in Lawrence. Dick's Last Resort: One of Quincy Market's most notorious party spots has hosted its last raucous birthday party. Muffins, of course from standard varieties like blueberry and coffee cake to unusual creations like almond tea and fruit cocktail (there were even mystery muffins for daring diners.). Formality was always in fashion at Locke-Ober and the restaurant's last owner, David Ray, decided to shut down rather than change Locke-Ober's signature style. So many memories. Cant believe no one mentioned an almost 60 year old establishment with an iconic neon whale! I worked at Honiss Oyster House in downtown Hartford right after the employees succeeded in unionizing the restaurant. Excellent Syrian food, steaks and seafood. [Photo: Facebook] Open in Google Maps. I lived in Hyannis in the late sixties and early seventies and one of my favorites was The Mayflower Restaurant! There was a candy store in the front that something special for everyone. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Dantes Inferno always a stop when leaving Thunder Mountain through Spring field Mass. They offer full lunch and dinner menus and at night they have live music and DJs every night of the week. Good to know its still going strong. There were a few great fun places south of Boston along Route 1. The Lincoln was not the name of the stand at first it was the Hypolet Roadside Stand which was her husbands name. It was a high class restaurant. Have childhood memories of Howard Johnsons from their Toasted Corn Muffins, Clam Roll to Ice Creamwas always a stop leaving Boston, heading to or leaving The Cape and anywhere in between along major roadways. And I can never forget the Athens Olympia on Stuart St., a favorite of my parents and my introduction to Greek foodout-of-this-world taramasalata, kebabs, and unsweetened coffee jello with whipped cream for dessert. Every year my parents would take me there on my birthday. Certainly was by the end of the 30s. The downturn in public favor that doomed the new locations eventually caught up with the original as well, and in 2013, the Saugus Hilltop Steak House served its last meal and joined the ranks of now-closed New England restaurants. After the bars closed we would go to The Egg and Eye! I cant remember the name. However, the flagship location in Boston closed for good in 1978. The Joyce Chen on the Charles River by MIT c. 1968 to 1974 MIT then put buildings there. And wed wait! Loved them both in the 70s-90s. Other employees would ring cowbells and blow noisemakers. Today, The Last Hurrah has the feel of a gentlemens club, but its walls tell a more modern story as a place of political movers and shakers. I would be bribed to bring back lobsters every trip to the buffet whether I wanted one or not, for my lobster eating competing uncles. Fenmore Grill: Situated a long foul ball from Fenway Park, the Hotel Buckminster and its in-house Fenmore Grill have both shuttered. What about LockeOber in Boston? Oh, indeed the General Glover in Swampscott should be on this list. The dessert slices were huge; my mouth waters just thinking about it! It had the absolute best muffins. Of all the restaurants that have closed over the years, this was the Best? Also Baileys ice cream near Downtown Crossing oh for those days of warm chocolate sauce dripped over the edge of those silver serving cups! Yes The Cafe Budapest. Max Brenner: One of the city's most popular destinations for sinful, over-the-top chocolate treats has served its last mega sundae. Photograph: Ed Massery with Tom Underiner. I lived on the corner of Broadway ( RT 1) and Lakeside about 4 doors down from the Towne Lyne House between 69-71 . Largest salad EVVERR! Originally called the Copley Caf, which opened in 1912 alongside the hotel, this Fairmont Copley Plaza bar has undergone several transformations over the years. Today Bell in Hand is a full service restaurant as well as a bar and happening nightspot. All but 1 of these restaurants were in MA, yet this is titled 7 Lost & Gone (But Not Forgotten) New England Restaurants Does anyone remember the Scottish lion in Portsmouth NH? They were biggest of all. Boston Mayor Tom Menino, right, and Providence Mayor Buddy Cianci at Joe Tecces, Feb. 3, 1997. Bonanza Steakhouse in Pittsfield, Mass! Theres never been any place like like it before or since. CJ Gangi, HUGE servings at Bishops for such cheap prices! Sheila M. Hawes, Cafe Luigi in Bedfordfabulous reasonably priced Italian food, great servicea family favorite for decades. Lisa Schuhmacher, Christos in Brockton. Most famously, John F. Kennedy launched his political career at the hotel and proposed to Jacqueline Bouvier at Parker's Restaurant. 3 Steeple Street Bistro and Bar 125 Canal Street Providence, RI 02903; 88 Wharf . I was hoping someone would mention SANDYS at the entrance to Buzzards Bay on Cape Cod. None of the bars I've mentioned are still in business, and most of the city's . We asked you in Augustand again last weekwhich restaurant you miss the most, and what you loved so much about it. Then on to the next one. Photograph: Courtesy Oak Long Bar and Kitchen/Richard Mandelkorn. The brothers passed away fairly young, Edric Jr. carried the business for a number of years after. Spent many wonderful hours hanging out with other couples in the booths upstairs. Good call with Hob Knob???? There was a Yokens in Danvers , Mass in the early 70s . However, the Saugus location on Route 1 was truly vast, with a dining room that could accommodate well over 1,000 diners. The Wursthaus was one of the earliest restaurants in the area to offer a more extensive beer list long before beer became hip and trendy. One of my favorites thats now gone, was Steves Greek on Newbury St. We ate there all the time in the 1990s and early 2000s. Wonder Bar: One of Allston's most popular and notorious nightlife spots has hosted its last rager.