When Gov. Charlie Baker revealed that Massachusetts restaurants would be able to reopen in Phase 2 and bars in Phase 3 under the state’s four-phase reopening plan, some restaurant owners thought: Too late.
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to cause economic upheaval across the world, restaurants and bars in the Greater Boston area have steadily started to close — and will likely continue to do so even while the economy recovers. Bob Luz, president and CEO of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association, previously told Boston.com that he anticipates 25 percent or more of independent restaurants won’t survive the pandemic. A second resurgence of the virus could alter that number even further.
While many restaurants are continuing to fight through the global health crisis by offering takeout and delivery, applying for aid, or waiting to see what happens in Phase 2, here are the restaurants that have closed amid COVID-19.
This list will be updated. Check back for additional closures.
Cuchi Cuchi
This quirky Cambridge restaurant specializing in small plates and old Hollywood glamour shuttered for good on May 18, announcing in a Facebook post that “when we can no longer live up to our maxim of ‘2 kisses and a hug,’ it’s time to say goodnight.” Tamara Bourso and Fernanda da Silva opened Cuchi Cuchi in 2001.
Morano Gelato
“After many weeks of troubleshooting, projecting, and weighing all options, I’ve watched our opportunity to return to normal business operations anytime in the near future dwindle day by day,” wrote Morgan Morano, owner of Morano Gelato, in a May 8 announcement. The gelateria, which had locations in Chestnut Hill and Hanover, N.H., once sold “the best gelato in America,” according to Forbes. Both locations are now closed due to COVID-19.
Restaurant Dante
Alongside picturesque views of the Charles River, Dante offered quality Italian cuisine near Kendall Square for 15 years. But owners Damian, Dante, and Filippo de Magistris were forced to close the riverside staple, sharing in a sendoff message that “Restaurants are currently facing an immense challenge, and what’s at stake are those moments of togetherness and the powerful bonds restaurants forge within their communities that enrich our lives.” Chef Dante confirmed to The Boston Globe that the pandemic was behind the closure, and that they “couldn’t make the numbers work in the short term.”
Stella Restaurant and Bar
After 15 years serving Italian food in the South End, Stella, opened by chef Evan Deluty in 2005, ended its run on May 15. “Please know that this was not in our control [and] we had hoped to come out of this stronger. We will miss all of you very much,” read a post on the restaurant’s Facebook page.
The Automatic
According to The Boston Globe, Cambridge hangout The Automatic, which opened in 2016, has permanently shuttered. Owner Dave Cagle told the Globe that after a tough winter, the restaurant relies on patio season to double their sales. “We’re missing out on that, and it carries the whole year, so there’s no way we can reopen,” he said.
The Table at Season to Taste
This 20-seat Cambridge restaurant announced its closure on May 8, with owner Robert Harris stating, “In a matter of hours, both my award-winning catering business and restaurant were decimated. …Sadly, and after much consideration beyond the loss of Season to Taste Catering, we had to shut the doors of The Table at Season to Taste as well.” Chef Carl Dooley told Boston.com that working at Table made him the luckiest chef in the city, and that he’ll be taking this time to enjoy family life and work on future projects.
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