Popular Mexican Eatery Debuts + New Openings At Patriot Place: Food Week

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Popular Mexican eatery debuts first Mass. location

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar has opened its first Massachusetts location at the Burlington Mall, bringing the Mexican restaurant chain to the Bay State for the first time.

New sports bar, movie theater debut at Patriot Place

Patriot Place continues to add restaurants, bars and entertainment destinations to its roster. Phoenix Theatres and Mass Appeal Draught House & Grille are among the newest additions to the complex.

Mass Appeal took over the former Wormtown Brewery taproom. The 3,325-square-foot space now includes an expanded kitchen, a redesigned bar with indoor and outdoor seating and a 16-tap tower.

Meanwhile, Phoenix Theatres officially opened its flagship Patriot Place location on July 1 after renovating the movie theater complex.

Ten restaurants opening in Mass. this fall

From food chains making their debut to brand-new food concepts popping up, there are a ton of new businesses preparing to open their doors in Massachusetts before the end of the year.

You can find a complete list of what’s opening this fall here.

Natural wine bar, restaurant opens in Boston

Marzae Cellar + Provisions began its soft-opening phase at the end of July in the Boston Public Market's largest retail space.

Full operations, including a draft wine program and expanded evening dining service, are expected by mid-to-late August, while brunch is planned for the fall.

More Massachusetts Food News:

• New Brunch Spot Planned For Milford
• Unique Greek Eatery Debuts In Chelmsford
Cambridge Chef Tapped For James Beard Foundation's Boston Event

• New Donut Shop Now Serving In Cambridge
• Mediterranean Restaurant Opens In Chelmsford
• Shop Serving Sweet Treats Closes In Lexington: Report

Catch Up On Past Food Roundups:

• Massive Pizza Festival Coming To MA + Unique Japanese Eatery
• 3 MA Bars Are Best In U.S. + Popular Chain Moving HQ To MA
• Famous Coffee Shop Opens + Beloved Massachusetts Bar Closing
• MA Hot Dog Among Best In America + Famous Japanese Restaurant Coming
• Popular Cafe, Lifestyle Brand Debuts + Beloved Wine Bar Transitioning