dianefrank+FollowBoston’s Dugout Cafe closes after 99 yearsBoston just lost a piece of its soul—Dugout Cafe, the beloved dive bar that’s been a neighborhood staple for nearly a century, has closed its doors for good. After almost 100 years of cheap drinks, Red Sox chatter, and unforgettable characters, the iconic spot sold its liquor license to Earl’s Restaurant. For many, Dugout wasn’t just a bar—it was a second home, a living memory of Boston’s changing face. What’s your favorite memory from a local spot that’s now gone? How do you feel about these old haunts disappearing? #Food #Boston #DugoutCafe00Share
Robert Daniels+FollowBoston’s Dugout Cafe closes after 90 yearsA piece of Boston history is gone: the legendary Dugout Cafe, open since 1934, has closed its doors and sold its coveted liquor license for a staggering $550,000. The license is heading to Earls Kitchen + Bar, a Canadian chain bringing its upscale menu to the Seaport. The Dugout was more than a bar—it was a gathering spot for everyone from Red Sox players to BU students, and even rumored to have ties to the infamous Brink’s robbery. How do you feel about a classic neighborhood dive making way for a chain? Is this just the price of progress in Boston? #Food #Boston #DugoutCafe00Share
dianefrank+FollowBoston’s Dugout Café closes after 92 yearsThe Dugout Café, a beloved dive bar near Boston University, has poured its last drink after nearly a century. Locals remember it as more than just a bar—it was a quirky crossroads for construction workers, professors, and students alike. Its history stretches back to the end of Prohibition, and rumors say it was once a speakeasy. Now, with its liquor license headed to Earl’s Kitchen and Bar in the Seaport, the city loses a true landmark. What’s your favorite memory from the Dugout, or which Boston spot do you think captures that same unique spirit? #Food #Boston #DugoutCafe00Share
