Gourmet Burger Spot Debuts + MA Pizzeria Recognized: Food Week

MASSACHUSETTS — Welcome to Patch's weekly round-up of food and restaurant news in Massachusetts, where we review openings, closings, and more in the state's dining scene.

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Pizzeria named best hidden gem in Mass.

Jinny’s in Newton made the cut as the best "hole in the wall" in the state, accoridng to a new list from Takeout Media.

The pizzeria on Centre Street is known for its wood-fired oven that heats up to 700 degrees, named “Dottie McLovin.”

Gourmet burger spot opening first Mass. location

Halal Buns is expected to open at 11 Kelley Square in Worcester. The eatery, which already operates one location in New Britain, CT, will serve burgers.

"We do grass-fed and Wagyu Australian beef, never frozen," the business's owner said. "We also have chicken sandwiches, that's hormone and antibiotic-free."

New Mediterranean eatery debuts in Dedham

MEZŌ Mediterranean opened its doors last month at 551 High St. in Dedham Square. The eatery is serving up traditional favorites, like moussaka, paidakia, gyro and more.

More Massachusetts Food News:

• With Another Opening, Downtown Woburn May Be A Food-Drink Destination
• Popular MA Outdoor Oyster Bar To Reopen This Month
• Beloved Oscar-winning Actress Visits Popular Boston Restaurant
• Beloved Worcester Brewery Reopens Following Months Of Renovations
• High-End Eatery Ends After 8-Year Run In Waltham
• Breakfast, Brunch Eatery Now Open In Burlington
• New Pizza Spot In Milford Can Now Serve Alcohol
• 'Jay's Cookies' Campaign Honors Late Bullied Student Jason Bernard
• Medford Coffee Shop Suffers Sudden Closure
• Boston-born Celebrity Stops In At Somerville Cafe
• New Taproom Takes Old-Pub Digs In Framingham

Catch Up On Past Food Roundups:

• Popular Soup Dumpling Chain Coming + Beloved Steakhouse Debuts

• Beloved Italian Favorite Closing + Milkshake Factory Is Here
• Beloved Burger Chain Is Here + Popular Ice Cream Shop Charts Opening
• Beloved Irish Pub Abruptly Closes + Trendy Coffee Chains Coming To MA