- 155 Bear Hill Road - March 25, 2017 - Uno Chicago Grill has closed.
- 5 Beaver Street - Dean Dairy (photographs) -
In the spring of 2001, this favorite ice cream stand failed to open.
The spot is now occupied by some new houses.
- 3 Carter Street - September 12, 2016 - Biagio Express confirmed that they are now closed. Tap-Tap Station Authentic Haitian Cuisine opened at the site in early 2017.
- 16 Cooper Street - In the 90's this was an Italian restaurant called Ristorante Marcellino.
At the turn of the century former politician Joe Malone took it over, and it became
C. P. Nutting's (photographs), an upscale steak house.
That business failed, and in March 2002 it reopened under the former management,
and is once again
Ristorante Marcellino.
. On July 11, 2015, their website announced: "To all our friends, We want to thank you for the 13 years spent together. We hope to see soon as it is time to say goodbye. A presto..." Rhino Lounge At Afro Grill is now at this address.
- 10 Crescent Street - Karibu Restaurant, serving African cuisine, was open as of March 13 2007.
- 185 Crescent Street - On July 29, 2016 the second location of Brelundi opened at the Watch Factory.
- 241 Crescent Street - Victoria's Cafe Restaurant
opened in January of 2003, serving American breakfasts and Peruvian the rest of the day. They closed in
February of 2012, due to Waltham Watch Factory's termination of their lease.
(review
, review
)
- 16 Felton Street - Franca's was closed as of December 2009. The story I heard was that the former owner of Sal's was going to reopen at this location.
Franca's $$ - - 781-899-7200
(reviews
)
- Corner of Felton and Harvard - Saldi's - From an email received in January of 2004 - Scott: You failed to include Saldis Pizzeria. I forgot the address, but it was a constant watering place from 1953-1957. where a large cheese pizza cost $0.90 and a glass of beer $0.35. I know that in 50 years, things change, but Saldis was forever. Another reader wrote in September of 2013 - Regarding Saldi's Pizzaria. It was on Felton Street on the corner of Felton and Harvard. It was called just Saldi's. The woman who made the pizzas was named Betty. Best pizza in Waltham at the time.
- 200 5th Avenue - October 16, 2019 - Craft Food Hall opened. The space, created by Doug and Melissa Ferriman, features two restaurants, Project X Pizza and Sousviderie, as well as a pour your own beer and wine wall.
- 223 High Street - July 2006 - Paisano Restaurant and Bar is now serving Mexican and Guatamalan cuisine at the former site of Buckaroo's, which was closed as of May 2006. Before Buckaroo's, it was Patty's Donuts.
- 111 Waltham St, Lexington (Lexington Street) - March 28, 2019 - Friendly Ice Cream on Lexington Street closed. Rumor is that it will be replaced by a Chase Bank.
- 33 Lexington Street - In February, 2012 Kabob & Tandoor moved to a more spacious restaurant at 699 Main Street, former site of Wright Seafood. That site was abandoned in January of 2011 and moved to the lower floor of the Waltham India Market at 315 Moody Street.
- 146 Lexington Street - Kenny Rogers Chicken Roasters was built here in the 90's, but closed within a year. The restaurant now houses the popular Waltham branch of Watertown's Demos Restaurant, an economical choice for Greek cuisine.
- 249 Lexington Street - Legends Hall of Fame Grill closed as of February 2011. April, 2011 - City Streets Restaurant, an "upscale casual pub", is open.
- 1074 Lexington Street - A reader said: "My parents were the owners of the China Tower Restaurant @ 1074 Lexington St. I remember on Feb / 1972 , I was inside when the gas pipe blew up inside at night time closing. Thank god no one was hurt."
- 1077 Lexington Street - Subway opened their third outlet in Waltham here in 2015.
- 1100 Lexington Street - Late in 2002 - Panera Bread opens in the plaza on Lexington Street
- 1110 Lexington Street - January 23, 2019 - Chipotle Mexican Grill opened a new restaurant, and normal hours of operation are 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days per week.
- 549 Lincoln Street - Pizzi Farms - Founded in 1933 by Domenic and Angela Pizzi, Pizzi Farms has grown up with Waltham's residents, their parents, and grandparents. In 1965 Richard and Alba Pizzi opened the Pizzi Farm Stand. In 1990 the next generation of Pizzi's took the reins, as Rick Pizzi and his sister Cheryl opened Pizzi Farm Market & Deli and Pizzi Farm Ice Cream.
- 39 Main Street - This was the Ground Round for a long time, but it is now John Brewer's Tavern & Restaurant. It started out as a Howard Johnson, and was Roundup Steakhouse for a few years in the early 70's.
- 470 Main Street - Sal's Family Restaurant closed after a fire on July 15, 2007. Sal has no plans for a new restaurant.
- 507 Main Street - December 24, 2019 - Waltham News Tributes reported: After 33 years at Wilson's Diner -- including 24 years as owner -- Arthur Karras retired from the breakfast business. A new owner took over on Jan. 1.
- 573 Main Street - August 19, 2016 - The Asia Wok restaurant on Main Street was closed after a fire that caused about $20,000 in damages. They plan to reopen after repairs.
- 603 Main Street - There was a place called "Ma's Bar" that was on the corner of Main and Church street that served food. Pat Fidele, a guitar teacher at Pampalone Music was in the house band (circa 1965). Country music and old time rock & roll was played on a small stage. Now it is The Common Cafe.
- 617 Main Street - A number of different restaurants have occupied this location. In the 90's, it was Viet Foods. It became the JTK Grille and Sushi Bar for a short time, and later was Sushi Yasu, a family owned restaurant serving Japanese, Korean, and Thai food as well as sushi. Apparently the name was changed again to Sushi Box in 2009. They closed in 2018. Aries Noodle & Dumpling opened on January 27, 2019
- 655 Main Street - Sam's Deli occupied this spot, with several different proprietors, until March 2003, when it reopened as The Coffee Ring Review. In 2004, the name was changed to In A Pickle. In November of 2013, the manager of the planned Bliss Diner, announced in September, announced that it will not be opening at the site. In early December, 2014, Leo's Place Diner opened here.
- 659 Main Street - Occupied by Chinese institution New House Restaurant for years, this spot became Tumrubthai Restaurant in late 2001. Since then the name was changed to Baan Thai. It was originally the Nanking Restaurant. December 30, 2019 - A story from Patch reported that Baan Thai had closed, because the owner retired.
- 663 Main Street - This was Bluestone Bistro before it reopened as Carambola, a sister restaurant to Boston's Elephant Walk, specializing in Cambodian & French cuisine. In 2005, the name was changed to Elephant Walk. April 30, 2013 - The Elephant Walk's owner, Bob Perry, has announced plans to expand the restaurant from 90 to 152 seats, with an expected completion date in September, according to a post on the Brand New Watch blog. November 11, 2013 - A note on their website says that The Elephant Walk has closed. On November 11, 2014 - Gustazo Cuban Cafe opened at this location. They closed their restaurant in Belmont and moved it to Waltham.
- 677 Main Street - In 2004, the former storefront of Allegro Printing opened as Cafe On The Common. On August 1 2006 Sebastian and Alexander's, a new ice cream shop, is opened in an expansion into the space next door.
- 699 Main Street - Waltham Seafood Restaurant, as of October 2003, had signs in the window saying "closed" and "space for rent". March 19, 2004 - Wright Seafood & Italian Restaurant opens in the former Waltham Seafood building. The new restaurant was closed as of April 2006. On December 12, 2008 Kabob & Tandoor reopened at this address. The tiny storefront at 33 Lexington Street moved to a casual but elegantly decorated restaurant furnished with booths and tables. In spring of 2011 they moved again to a space in the Indian grocery store at 315 Moody Street.
- 806 Main Street - Arbys was torn down in 2001 to make way for Wendy's Restaurant. Review.
- 831 Main Street - February 23, 2012 - Moe's Southwest Grill opened a location on the corner with Francis Street at . The building is the former site of Tony D's, which moved a block east on Main Street.
- 835 Main Street - Beijing Star Restaurant, a local favorite, closed in September of 2010. Mu Lan Taiwanese Restaurant opened on March 29, 2011. They closed during the summer of 2015, but reopened in September after expanding into the space next door, which had been the Arcadia Restaurant.
- 837 Main Street - The Arcadia Restaurant closed on November 23, 2014, to make room for expansion of Mulan next door.
- 849 Main Street - Joe Sent Me was formerly The Press Box.
- 869 Main Street - Summer of 2005 - Costello's Pub closed. By March 12, 2007, it had reopened as a Subway.
- 873 Main Street - Anna's Pizza House, run by Anna herself for years, was sold early in the new century, but retained the name.
- 888 Main Street - June 11, 2020 - According to a report on Boston Restaurants Talk, Il Capriccio announced that they vacated their site at 888 Main Street the week before. The owner left the restaurant business, but workers at the restaurant are looking into re-opening at a new location sometime in the future. They reopened sometime in 2021 in the Merc building at 704 Main Street. Il Capriccio was a Brighams Ice Cream up until around 1993. Boston Restaurant Talk reported that Il Capriccio will reopen in The Merc at Moody and Main. An award-winning suburban Italian restaurant that shut down this spring is being reborn in a new location nearby. According to an email sent this afternoon, Il Capriccio is opening back up in The Merc, a luxury apartment building that is a few blocks away from its old home on Main Street. The new location of the restaurant will be slightly larger than the old space and will have a total of 124 seats along with two outdoor patios, while the team involved remains the same, minus former owner and executive chef Richie Barron and with the addition of Executive Chef Nathan Allen, who comes from Glenville Stops in Allston, and who has trained in Michelin-starred French restaurants in the past. Il Capriccio first opened in 1981, with the place being known for its Northern Italian fare and its wine list; last month, it was reported that the restaurant had shuttered, though the hope had been to open back up in a new location. If all goes well, Il Capriccio could be opening in its new home by the middle of November. The address for the new location of Il Capriccio is 704 Main Street, Waltham, MA, 02453.
- 895 Main Street - May 31, 2018 - Hakata Ramen opened. In 1982, this building was a dive bar named "The 895".
- 897 Main Street - The restaurant at this spot, under several different names, was run by the same family for 37 years. Starting out as Piece of Pizza, it was later a Papa Gino's, and finally Mama Josie's after founder Josephine Hebert. It closed in February 2002. On February 8, 2004, Papa George's Pizza opened at this location. That establishment closed, and it reopened on May 1, 2006 as the new site of Sabatino's. In November of 2016 new owners opened Marsala's Italian Kitchen
- 912 Main Street - Pete's Pizza & Wings (formerly Johnnie's Pizza Shop) (Review by Mike Morrison) became Hall Of Fame Pizzeria & Wings in March of 2010. May 5, 2012 - Bits & Bites Cafe opened. In the 1950's, this was Submarine Sandwich Shop (Angelo Moreno, owner).
- 922 Main Street - In August of 2015 Jin's Sichuan House Restaurant opened. A sign was seen on July 20, announcing that Hon Dynasty had closed. May 11, 2019 - Late in April, Jin's Sichuan House Restaurant on Main Street changed their name to Noodle Hut, and changed the menu. Noodle Hut closed in October of 2019. October 16, 2019 Jiang Nan opened at this location.
- 1006 Main Street - Bickford's Family Restaurant was closed as of January 2006. The building was razed in April of 2012. In 1977 it was the Rustler Steak House.
- 1030 Main Street - November, 2013 - Five Guys Burgers and Fries and Chipotle Mexican Grill are open at the new Main Street Marketplace. On November 27, 2013 Panera Bread opened its 2nd store in Waltham at the same location. The grand opening was slated for Wednesday, December 4.
- 1056 Main Street- In 2008 - Pizzeria Express changed its name to Cafe Angelinos, featuring Italian dishes, pizzas, and seafood. On December 12, 2016 Peters Greek Kitchen opened at this location. February 28, 2020 - Peters Greek Kitchen announced: Pizza Express, Cafe Angelinos, Peter's Greek Kitchen. 25 consecutive years at the same location, what a run, what an experience, it all came to an end. Peter's Greek Kitchen closed its doors permanently. I wish the new owner good luck and prosperity. Thank you Waltham, what an amazing city. To all my customers who became friends, all of you who opened your hearts and wallets, you are all amazing people.
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Unknown address on Main Street - From an email received in April of 2011 - Doesn't anyone remember Dandy Dutch Candy? It was in a block of buildings next to what was once Waltham savings bank (the original building) and almost diagonal from where Rex Trailer is now. It's drivng me nuts I have been looking for years for old photos or pictures to no avail. Here is a photo. From an obituary: Charles G. Cokkinos, age 89
of Medford, died suddenly December 27, 2004 at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Medford. Charlie was born in Boston October 3, 1915, son of the late George K. Cokkinos and Melpo (Apostle) Cokkinos. Charlie, for over 40 years, was a "Candy Man," working for the Palace of Sweets in Malden, after which he opened Dandy Dutch Candies in Waltham. Email from another relative, August 2017: "My wife is sister-in-law to Charlie Cokkinos (Wife = Janie Lilas Sentner), owner and operator of the "Dandy Dutch Candy" shop on Main Street in Waltham. You had a few questions regarding what happened to the restaurant/candy shop. Charlie sold and moved his store to wholesale fudge only in Medford, Mass in 1965. His wife Janei, known as Lilas, worked the Waltham store for many years. She is still with us in a nursing home in Medford."
- 12 Market Place Drive - December 19, 2014 - The second Starbucks in Waltham opened this morning.
- 70 Market Place Drive - October 2, 2014 - Jake n Joes Sports Grille was opened by the Nocera family.
- 74 Tower Road - February 10, 2016 - Flank opened. They closed on April 19, 2018.
- 74 Tower Road - January 3, 2019 - The Federal opened at the former site of Flank.
- 11 Moody Street - This was the Central Square Sea Grill, later called Liberty Lunch. Photo of the building. If you look closely at the sign, it reads "Eat at the Sea Grill". Richardson's Hardware & the Dandy Dutch were at the far end in later years. The full name was Central Square Sea Grille. Inside of the Sea Grille in 1923.
- 100 Moody Street - September 4, 2014 - News Tribune published a photo of sign on the door of Mimi's Roast Beef: "To all of Mimi's customers. It is with a heavy heart that I close the doors to Mimi's due to unforeseen circumstances. I would like to personally thank all of Mimi's loyal customers. It has been a pleasure serving you and getting to know you all. Health and best wishes." December 22, 2014 - The Mimi's Roast Beef building near the downtown train station was purchased by the owner of Biagio. It is under renovation, and a new sign for "Biagio Express" is up.
- 123 Moody Street - February 23 2007 - Biagio Ristorante & Bar opened
by the owners of Casa Mia (review ).
May 19. 2019 - Posted on their facebook page yesterday: Biagio Ristorante & Bar
THANK YOU!
We have had a wonderful 18 years serving Waltham and surrounding communities at our two locations, Casa Mia and Biagio Ristorante & Bar. We have sold our business and will be closing in early June. Our family has been able to celebrate many special occasions with you and we are grateful for memories that will last a lifetime. We are excited about the new changes coming to 123 Moody Street, and as always, give our love and support to all of the local Waltham businesses. Ciao!
- 220 Moody Street - The Red Rooster occupied this site until 1999. It became Jake and Earl's until Earl retired, and it was renamed Jake's Dixie Roadhouse. Jake's was closed on May 31, 2010, after owner Don Yovicsin announced he was retiring from the restaurant in order to care for an ailing family member.
- 227 Moody Street - Ciro's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria occupied this prime location on the first floor of the Cronin building. In January, 2003, the Waltham location closed, and a few months later, all of the sites of this small local chain were empty. Reviews. The site reopened on July 22, 2003 as Margaritas Mexican Restaurant & Watering Hole.
- 240 Moody Street - The Skellig closed in July of 2014. Garcia Brogan's opened at this address on July 21, 2015. December 15, 2018 - Garcia Brogan's posted in facebook: Joins us this Saturday, December 15 for a fond farewell & last hurrah... June 17, 2019 - Gustazo is planning to move from their current Main Street location to the former Garcia Brogan's site at 240 Moody Street.
- 246 Moody Street - Kung Fu Tea opened on March 8, 2019. This is a New York City-based chain that was founded in 2009, specializing in bubble tea. The storefront used to be occupied by the old Cricket Wireless shop.
- 256 Moody Street - August 12, 2014 - Downtown Waltham Partnership announced that Boston Beer Works will be opening a new restaurant at the former site of the Watch City Brewing Company. Brewer's Tap & Table opened here on November 9, 2016.
- 265 Moody Street - In A Pickle opened here in April of 2013, having moved from their old location on Main Street. Asian Grill closed in October of 2012. This was open for a little while as Tomato City before it changed hands to become the Asian Grill. Before Tomato City it had been the Moody Spa. Review by Eric Salerno.
- 273 Moody Street - May 15 2006 - Opening of Guanachapi's Restaurant, featuring authentic Guatamalteca, Salvadorena, Mexicana & American dishes.
- 286 Moody Street - La Piazza Cafe, a coffee and pastry shop, closed in January of 2006. In June 2006 Ponzu "Far east and the rest" opened here.
- 313 Moody Street - August 9, 2008 - Grand opening of The New Landing restaurant.
Formerly at this location, closed as of June 2008, was Iguana Cantina
(Wendy and Tom review )
In June, 2012 The New Landing was closed. The site at 313 Moody Street was purchased by the Waltham Islamic Society.
- 315 Moody Street - became the new home of Kabob & Tandoor, formerly at 699 Main Street, in spring of 2011.
- 329 Moody Street - May 6, 2019 - City of Waltham posted on facebook: "Today, Mayor McCarthy and Ward 8 Councillor, Cathyann Harris, officially welcomed "Bonchon" to the Waltham Community with a ribbon cutting ceremony! Bonchon specializes in Korean-style fried chicken and a variety of savory Asian fusion dishes. It's located at 329 Moody Street, the former site of J & N Joke Shop. Check in for their grand opening today (May 6th) on Facebook or Yelp for a free side or drink with any entree!"
- 336 Moody Street - September 8, 2014 - New Mother India announced on their website that they have closed after 33 years on Moody Street. On July 20, 2015 Bistro781 announced on their facebook site: "We are very happy to announce that we will open our doors to the public, this Tuesday, July 21st, 2015 at 5pm."
- 342 Moody Street - This site housed the Moody Lounge from the late 1960's until he sold it was sold to Robert around the year 2000. They had pool and live music in the 1970's. Robert's Restaurant and Bar closed in 2011. In the fall of 2011 Stadium Sports Bar & Grill opened. The name was changed to Playmakers Bar and Grill in May of 2013 after a change in ownership.
- 361 Moody Street - November 12, 2013 - A call to the Tuscan Grill confirmed that they are now closed. Red Bird opened on July 15, 2014. This is the first restaurant for chef Daniel Stokes of the Franklin Cafes in Boston and Gloucester. August 31, 2019 - Red Bird closed. September 16, 2019 - Saw on facebook today: A sign on the front door of Red Bird at 361 Moody Street reads "CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS." Owner Dan Stokes explained. "Red Bird is closed at the moment. We closed over Labor Day weekend. While a new concept is not out of the question, I am entertaining offers for the sale of the restaurant as well. I'm looking to move to a larger space, not sure where yet," he said. Stokes opened the New American restaurant back in 2014. A story from The Waltham Channel says that acclaimed restaurateur Dante Bellucci plans to open a new Italian restaurant called Vinotta in the former Red Bird space. "Very simple food made with beautiful organic ingredients," Chef Bellucci said Monday. Produce will be sourced locally. Wild-caught seafood will come from Gloucester, and Dante plans an oyster bar on the weekends. The city's license commission recently approved the transfer of Red Bird's seven-day all-alcohol license to Dante's company for use at Vinotta Restaurant at 361 Moody Street. He hopes to open the new place this fall. Dante is the co-owner and executive chef at the award-winning Tartufo Restaurant in Newton Center, serving authentic Abruzzese seafood and homemade pasta. A native of Pescara on Italy's Adriatic coast, he has 34 years experience in the restaurant industry worldwide, including 20 in America. He cut his teeth stateside at Marino in Cambridge. Vinotta will look similar to Red Bird. Dante's Waltham attorney Mike Connors told the license commission that "The changes are cosmetic in nature." Commission chair Wayne Brasco, aware of Dante's culinary reputation, said, "This is going to be quite a restaurant." In September 2019, Red Bird owner and chef Dan Stokes closed his restaurant after roughly five years. It occupied the former Tuscan Grill space.
- 374 Moody Street - The popular Heritage Restaurant occupied this space for a number
of years after moving from a smaller location across the street.
Tom Can Cook, which serves Thai & Chinese
food, took over after the Heritage closed on 25 February 2001. A 2006 Boston Globe Review of Tom Can Cook talks about their recent partnership with InBoston, and the addition of Korean fried chicken to the menu.
Review.
Photos of the Heritage Restaurant.
- 380 Moody Street - Jewel Of India, an Indian restaurant, was closed as of June 2008.
review by Nicole
- 434 Moody Street - June 11, 2020 - Peppino's Dosa opened.
- 435 Moody Street - The Upper Crust Pizzeria opened at at the former site of the Panopticon Gallery in late July 2007. They closed in October of 2012.
- 450 Moody Street - Joco's Bar & Kitchen was opened by Jonathan O'Connor in July of 2008.
- 456 Moody Street - October 29, 2019 - Moody's sent an email saying that Pollo Club is now open.
- 457 Moody Street - Pho & Spice, serving Vietnamese and Thai food opened in July of 2011. This used to be China Star II, formerly Hong Kong restaurant.
- 458-462 Moody Street - October, 2014 - Santa Banta Indian restaurant opened where Bombay Mahal used to be. They were closed as of August 23, 2017, to make room for expansion of Moody's next door.
- 464 Moody Street - On August 19, 2014, Wings Express closed. The space was reopened on April 8, 2015 as a restaurant attached to Moody's Delicatessen and Provisions, called The Back Room.
- 467 Moody Street - In October 2005 the bar known as Frosty's reopened with it's original name The Lincoln Bar.
- 468 Moody Street - November 12, 2013 - Joshua Smith announced that Moody's Delicatessen and Provisions opened at the site of Salem Foods. The site features a breakfast/lunch deli and gourmet shop in the front and a USDA facility for curing meats in the back. Also, weekly farm-to-table dinners with guest chefs are on the docket.
- 469 Moody Street - Erawan of Siam changed hands in May of 2011. On March 8, 2015, a sign on the storefront stated that it is now closed. On August 26, 2015 Nonna's Italian Bar & Grill opened. They closed on July 1, 2016. In December, 2016 Raffaele's Ristorante opened here. They closed on April 29, 2018. Balani, owned by Dave Becker, opened on 27 October 2018.
- 474 Moody Street - On February 18, 2005 Tempo, an American-style bistro, opened between the So Cal and Wings Express. The site was once an auto accessory store.
- 482 Moody Street - November 14, 2012 - Co-owner Lou Giovanetti announced that Charcoal Guido's Pizzeria Bar opened.
- 484 Moody Street - The So-Cal Restaurant opened in March 2004 at the former storefront of Hanlon's Men's Shoes. Review. It was closed by February 2006. In May of the same year, a partnership between the So-Cal owner and a relative of the owner of Taqueria Mexico opened a new restaurant called The Hungry Coyote (Netzahaualcoyotl) at the site. By November of the same year, the restaurant closed. It was Tango Mango from the spring of 2009, but closed in 2011. In September, 2011 - Habanero's Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar opened. On December 30, 2013 - A sign on the door of Habanero's read "Happy holiday's Habanero's is closed for renovations Be safe". They have not reopened. On August 18, 2015 - Amuleto Restaurant opened.
