Openings, closings & business in East Somerville

Rococo Floral Co. hosts Rosefest celebration in Union Square

Aug 30 · Rococo Floral Co. →

Out of the Blue Art Gallery Preparing to Leave Somerville

Aug 29 · Cambridge | Somerville Independent →

NU Kitchen on Washington Street Closes Permanently

Aug 28 · Boston Restaurant Talk →

Somerville climatetech firms win MassCEC funding awards

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced $27.2 million in tax incentives on August 24 through the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center's Climatetech Tax Incentives Program, supporting 18 clean energy companies including Somerville-based Eden Geopower, Form Energy, and Vertical Semiconductor.

Aug 25 · The Somerville Times →

First Crush Boston to open permanent wine bar in Union Square

Natural wine pop-up First Crush Boston announced Aug. 20 that it will open a permanent wine bar and event space at 259 Washington Street, in the former Juliet Social Club space.

Aug 21 · Patch →

Goofs Comedy Club seeks bigger location after two years' growth

Owners Isabel Thurston and Ryan Howe announced Aug. 20 that Goofs Comedy Club, currently at 432 McGrath Highway, is searching for a larger venue.

Aug 21 · The Somerville Times →

Rosebud Bar and Kitchen closes amid building purchase talks

Owner Babu Koganti announced Aug. 20 that Rosebud Bar and Kitchen in Davis Square has temporarily closed while he negotiates to buy the building from the landlord.

Aug 21 · The Somerville Times →

Lyndell's Bakery, Somerville's Oldest, Plans Move to Medford

Lyndell's Bakery, Somerville's longest-running bakery, plans to relocate to 285 Boston Ave. in Medford this November, in time for the holiday season.

Aug 20 · The Somerville Times →

Vinal Bakery brings back weekly summer Burger Night

Vinal Bakery and General Store on Somerville Avenue hosts its weekly summer Burger Night tonight, offering a five-burger menu and soft-serve ice cream.

Aug 18 · Cambridge Day →

Esh Circus Arts expanding to East Somerville

Esh Circus Arts is opening a second location at 38 Alston Street in East Somerville, with adult classes launching August 24.

Aug 17 · Cambridge/Somerville Independent →

Winning million-dollar lottery ticket sold in Winter Hill

A $1 million winning scratch-off ticket was sold Friday at 350 Food Mart on Broadway in Winter Hill, the Massachusetts State Lottery announced.

Aug 15 · Patch →

Small-Business Office Hours Run Virtually Today

Somerville's Economic Development, Licensing, and ISD staff host virtual Small Business Office Hours today, Aug. 13, from 4 to 5 p.m. for questions on permits, licenses, and other business issues.

Aug 13 · City of Somerville →

Korean-influenced Kima Cafe to open in Union Square

Kima Cafe plans a mid-September opening at 75 Bow Street, taking over the former Fortissimo Coffeehouse space with Korean- and Asian-influenced coffee, food, and drinks.

Aug 12 · Boston Restaurant Talk →

Neighborhood meeting held on Broadway Dunkin hours

Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin hosts a virtual neighborhood meeting Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 6 p.m. on proposed extended hours at 220-222 Broadway, with a Mission Hill Donuts representative answering questions.

Aug 12 · City of Somerville →

FOHE Boston holds farewell gathering, co-lead auditions at The Rockwell

The Future of Higher Ed (FOHE) Boston community gathered at The Rockwell today, celebrating outgoing co-lead David and holding live auditions for his successor.

Aug 10 · The Boston Calendar →

Winter Hill Dunkin' Donuts Weighs Bid for Later Hours

The Dunkin' Donuts at 222 Broadway in Winter Hill is considering a request to extend its hours, per this week's city business review.

Aug 8 · Cambridge | Somerville Independent →

Spoke Wine Bar Team Prepares to Open Liars in Teele Square

The owners of Davis Square's Spoke Wine Bar are renovating the former True Bistro space at 1153 Broadway for their new restaurant, Liars, planned for late summer 2026.

Aug 8 · Patch →

Assembly Row Restaurants Join Dine Out Boston Summer 2026

Through Aug. 15, participating Assembly Row restaurants, including Earls and Cocolee, are offering discounted lunch and dinner menus as part of Dine Out Boston.

Aug 7 · Do617 →

Nostalgia Vintage Clothing & Coffee House Opens in Union Square

Nostalgia, a new shop at 322 Somerville Ave. in Union Square, combines specialty pour-over coffee with a curated collection of vintage clothing and toys.

Aug 7 · csindie.com →

Vendor Applications Close Today for Somerville Winter Farmers Market

Monday, August 3, is the deadline for local vendors to apply for the 2026–2027 Somerville Winter Farmers Market, which runs November through April.

Aug 3 · The Somerville Times →