Generally yes. This is much better than the (inexcusable, unforgivable) parking lot that was there for way too long. But it's also a pretty big step-down from the initial ~2019 proposal for this space. And while I don't *hate* the building we've gotten, bigger cities wouldn't settle for this on their prime high street.
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The restaurant space on Broad Canal Way (in the base of One65 Main) is making good progress--new exteriors added, windows installed, and the few times I've been able to peek through the doors while open, interior fixtures going in:
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Has a tenant been named yet for that space? Pretty central location so hopefully it’s something visiting.
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New comics store opened in Coolidge Corner:
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New Coolidge Corner comic book shop born from owner Rob Tuck's lifelong passion - Brookline.News
Friar Tuck’s Comics and Collectibles is out of this world. The new store on Harvard Street near Coolidge Corner has 80,000 comic books in stock, classics and deep cuts curated by owner Rob Tuck. The store held its grand opening in Coolidge Corner on Monday, welcoming comic experts, newcomers...
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The longtime Starbucks in the middle of Central Sq. (Mass & Prospect), Cambridge, had closed and has been vacant;
Low and behold, a special permit is being filed to turn it into a Dunks. Sigh.
(City of Cambridge PB-401 Dunkin Donuts Forumula Business)
Low and behold, a special permit is being filed to turn it into a Dunks. Sigh.
(City of Cambridge PB-401 Dunkin Donuts Forumula Business)
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Yes, it was announced a while back, I recalled posting about it on the MIT/Kendall Gateway thread:
http://archboston.com/community/thr...all-square-gateway-cambridge.4893/post-455295
A restaurant called 'Mestizo'.
One paragraph blurb about it in Cambridge Day:
https://www.cambridgeday.com/2023/0...w-park-for-kendall-square-and-alewife-zoning/
Trader Joe's is coming to 500 Boylston:
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/12/07/business/trader-joes-back-bay/
https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/12/07/business/trader-joes-back-bay/
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Nice! I would love to see that rather "dead" courtyard be activated with tables or food displays..........or something interesting.
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Is the glass facade still being added? I cant remember if this is still moving fwd or was cancelled at some point.
-edit: upon checking it seems that this renovation was proposed in 2021.
https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/...m-renovation-the-columns-at-500-boylston.html
Dunkin Donuts taking over the former Starbucks space in Central Sq Cambridge
boof.........
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New restaurant space in the bottom of One65 Main (Mestizo) looking pretty close to completion. Looks like those windows will be able to fully open when the weather is nice--should really liven up Broad Canal Way, like the new Locke Bar just down the street.
Nice to have all the fencing and staging space removed so the full sidewalk is open again!
Nice to have all the fencing and staging space removed so the full sidewalk is open again!
The empty Christmas Tree Shop and Bed, Bath, and Beyond spaces at Assembly are becoming a Bob's Discount Furniture and a Raymour & Flanigan furniture store. There's already an Ashley Furniture at Assembly. Very odd.
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I read about this opening from the Boston Globe:
www.drawdownbrewing.com
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Sounds pretty awesome!
Welcome — Drawdown Brewing
Drawdown Brewing Company is a malt forward, innovative brewery with core offerings in proven styles, in addition to creative small batch brews. Coming to a Boston neighborhood soon.
www.drawdownbrewing.com
An inclusive new brewery in JP - The Boston Globe
Drawdown Brewing Company opened last week, and its founder, Liz Nicol, wants the space to be welcoming for people who might not traditionally frequent taprooms.
www.bostonglobe.com
Sounds pretty awesome!
Mia's Brooklyn Bakery recently opened in the Seaport at 70 Pier 4 Blvd among a TON of new upscale retail where I don't really belong 
https://www.bostonseaport.xyz/venue/mias-bakery/
And Dray Drink's Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shop opened up in the South End at 12 Union Park St https://www.draydrinks.com/
https://www.bostonseaport.xyz/venue/mias-bakery/And Dray Drink's Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shop opened up in the South End at 12 Union Park St https://www.draydrinks.com/
Sakabayashi Sushi Tavern coming to 665 Boylston St.
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Japanese sushi chain wins approval for first US outlet, in the Back Bay
The Boston Licensing Board today approved a proposal by Food & Life Companies of Osaka to open Sakabayashi Sushi Tavern at 665 Boylston St. in Copley Square, where the b.good used to be. Read more.