The opening date of Kendall Square’s new food hall is soon approaching, and five of the nine vendors inside were recently announced.
Eastern Edge, a new food hall destination, will open at 290 Main Street in Cambridge. It’s aptly named, since it sits at the “eastern edge” of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) campus.
The opening date, while unspecified, will be in early 2026, according to a press release out this week.
Also in the release, five of the new vendors were revealed, showcasing a diverse array of what will be available when the doors do open.
Here’s what they are:
Clover – This fast-casual Mediterranean-inspired dinning option began in 2008 as a food truck on the MIT campus. Clover features ingredients grown by Massachusetts farmers, and will have a rotating daily menu including dishes like chickpea fritter sandwiches, rosemary fries and housemade seasonal sodas and spritzes.
Juicy Jay’s – This burger spot combines classic American burgers with global flavors, featuring house-made sauces and freshly baked buns. Eastern Edge represents Juicy Jay’s first brick-and-mortar location.
Perillas – This is a Korean place specializing in modernized bibimbap and Korean BBQ bowls, featuring healthy ingredients. It was first established in 2018 and named after the perilla leave, a staple in Korean cooking.
Everybody Gotta Eat – This Southern and Caribbean comfort food place grew from neighborhood cookouts into one of Greater Boston’s largest Black-led food operations. Their menu features crispy fried fish, soul wings, and the signature “Soul Bowl” with layered mac and cheese, yams and cornbread.
Viet Citron – This Vietnamese street food locale combines dishes made from scratch and a focus on sustainability. Menu highlights include bánh mì sandwiches, bánh hoi bowls and pho noodle soups.
Overall the space has seating for 275 people with two bars and flexible space for educational activities, community events and private parties.
Further updates can be found at Eastern Edge’s website.
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