Here’s what you need to know about the new wave of venues opening in the coming months.
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Shuttered restaurants cite rising costs, post-pandemic shift
Small restaurants in Saco, Biddeford, and Kennebunk are shutting their doors before 2025.
Taco Trio moving back to old location in South Portland
The Mexican restaurant will start serving food at 119 Ocean St. in January.
Cheeseburger meets French dip at Gorham roadside burger stand
Backwoods Burger Shack’s Voyageur is a cold-weather comfort food winner.
Dizzy Birds Rotisserie in Biddeford to close Dec. 31
Post-pandemic changes to dining habits and staffing woes strained the nearly 6-year-old downtown restaurant.
Waxwing Bakery opens Friday in Windham
The shop, which specializes in laminated pastries and sourdough bread, is located at 868 Roosevelt Trail.
Counter-service Luncheonette coming to Cumberland Avenue
The daytime eatery, set to open by June, takes over the former home of Union Bagel.
The Wrap: Mash Tun’s new owners, a second Stacks and a Maine chef at the White House
Plus, two Feast of the Seven Fishes events happening in southern Maine.
Big Tree Hospitality to use former Local 188 for catering, events
Former Local 188 owner Jay Villani will serve as a consultant for the venue.
Cape Porpoise cafe serves up caring and community
Caring Community Cuisine operates with a mission of helping those battling cancer.