Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.
Blue Ribbon BBQ
Restaurants
Smoky, no-fuss comfort: When the week gets busy and you still want real Southern barbecue, Blue Ribbon BBQ nails it with counter-serve ease, a vintage vibe and plates piled with smoky meats, house sauces and classic sides.
Skip the North End: Carlo's Cucina Italiana is that cozy, family-run Allston/Brighton spot locals sneak to when the North End feels like a hassle, serving authentic plates, daily specials, and award-winning house favorites with a solid list of Italian wines, beer, and cordials.
Florals with personality: Owner and lead designer Daniel Lopez-Ospina hand-selects fresh blooms daily and turns them into contemporary, personalized arrangements that actually last.
Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar, a South Florida-born Mexican restaurant known for its authentic Mexican cuisine and warm hospitality, has opened its first Massachusetts flagship location at Burlington Mall.
At Community Rowing in Brighton, Massachusetts, anyone can learn to row on the Charles River, which has been a proving ground for generations of rowers and draws thousands of athletes to the city every October for the Head of the Charles Regatta.