From a stylish gastropub and Latin-inspired bistro to an inviting Indian cafe and cheerful breakfast joint, we’re dishing out delicious details for seven of the South Shore’s hottest new eateries.
By Kellie Speed
Sure, cooking at home has its moments—but sometimes, you just need someone else to handle the heat. Luckily, the South Shore’s newest restaurants are bringing the flavor in all the right ways. Think: refined comfort food, globally inspired bites, and breakfast worth getting out of bed for. From Hull to Plymouth, these fresh additions are guaranteed to spice up your dining rotation and warm you from the inside out.
Vitamin Sea Brewing
98 Water St., Plymouth • 774-426-4001
vitaminseabrewing.com
TEAM: Co-owners Dino Funari and Richard DiBona have transformed the first floor of the former Governor Bradford Hotel into a waterfront taproom with kitchen, patio, and 40-seat event space. The second South Shore location (sister to the original Weymouth brewery) opened in May 2024.
VIBE: The lively, 4,000-square-foot taproom also features a 2,000-square-foot outdoor patio that is dog-friendly. There are 25 tap handles that offer a rotating selection of classic pours with fun names like Duckie under a Bridge, Surf Roots, and Pool Water.
FLAVOR: In addition to their popular New England and West Coast-style IPAs on draft, they also feature seltzer-based cocktails, sour beers, and stouts. A full kitchen churns out hearty soups, signature paninis, including a Roman Cubano, Vegan Delight, and Tuna Meltdown, along with a popular Italian “sushi-style” roll with mozzarella cheese, roasted tomatoes, arugula, and sliced prosciutto di Parma. Breakfast paninis, mimosas, and bloody Marys are all available during Sunday brunch.
Casa Verde
108 Front St., Scituate
781-378-2037
casaverdema.com
Photography by KJELD MAHONEY
TEAM: Restaurateur Kara Tondorf (owner of Salt Society in Scituate) has embarked on yet another adventure – this time, it’s a Latin-inspired restaurant in Scituate Harbor. Casa Verde opened its doors in March of 2025 and offers dinner nightly with taco deals on Tuesdays, nightly specialties, along with a weekend brunch.
VIBE: A space that formerly houses a Dunkin’ Donuts was completely reimagined as a rustic restaurant with wood ceilings, exposed brick walls, illuminated greenery, and a striking mural. An open kitchen at the back of the restaurant adds to the lively atmosphere.
FLAVOR: Inspired by flavors from Peru, Argentina, and Mexico, the approachable menu is broken down into categories like tapas, tacos, and pequenos designed for sharing along with larger dishes, including tortas, ensaladas, and platos. Unexpected finds include an empanada plate, fried avocado bites, smoked chicharrónes, a crunch wrap, and Valencia paella.
Hooper’s Judge Public House
9 Depot Ct., Cohasset • 781-923-1033 • hoopersjudge.com
Photography by KJELD MAHONEY
TEAM: One thing restaurateur Brian McLaughlin knows how to do is build a business that brings the community together. The owner of the popular Hingham restaurant Locales Tacos y Tequila as well as Seabird Coffee & Co. in Cohasset and Duxbury, opened up Hooper’s Judge Public House in the heart of Cohasset Village in August.
VIBE: Inspired by design elements from Paris, New York, and Ireland, the restaurant combines classic elegance with neighborhood warmth. Deep olive green walls set the tone for a rich interior accented by a large central bar and plush booths ramed by velvet curtains. Art plays a key role in the atmosphere, with pieces by local talents Karla Hunter Murphy (@khunterart) and Stucky Jiranek (@jiranekmosaics) adorning the walls. The restaurant’s playful logo—a dapper Boston terrier—pays homage to Robert C. Hooper of Boston, who in the late 1800s owned a bull-and-terrier mix named Judge. That dog, known as Hooper’s Judge, is recognized by the American Kennel Club as the ancestor of all modern Boston Terriers.
FLAVOR: Executive Chef Brett Williams (from Orta Trattoria and Nor’ Easter Pizza Co.) rounds out the impressive restaurant team. He crafted a menu of refined comfort food with local flair. Guests can dip into the creamy onion dip (made with Hornstra Farms sour cream), indulge in the house caviar service or try their flavor-packed deviled eggs, which come topped with tomato jam and bacon. Entrées are equally enticing, from meatballs said to “rival your grandmother’s,” and crispy fish and chips worthy of any Irish pub, to the Fazio Farms braised rabbit ragù and the restaurant’s signature Beef Wellington—affectionately known as “The Wellie.” Crafted with Boyden Farms beef, McGuire’s Mushrooms pâté, and prosciutto, all wrapped in golden puff pastry, it’s a dish that defines comfort and craft. For now, Hooper’s Judge serves dinner only, with plans to expand to brunch and lunch in the future.
Stevie G’s
380 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy. (Route 3A), Cohasset
781-923-1033 • steviegsrestaurant.com/cohasset
Photography by KJELD MAHONEY
TEAM: The team behind the original flagship Stevie G’s in Rockland was looking to grow their business when the opportunity to expand “fell into their lap.” After gutting the former Papa Gino’s space, co-owners Andrew and Matt Loconsolo opened their second locationin Cohasset in June, 2025.
VIBE: Located in a quiet strip mall, this family friendly brunch destination is a hidden gem with a big personality. The dining room is decorated with bright colors and features a rotating collection of local artwork on the walls, which is available for purchase. Come for brunch on Saturdays and enjoy the live music while you dive into some raspberry danish pancakes and an iced coffee flight.
FLAVOR: Chef de Cuisine Connor LeGrow’s breakfast and lunch specialties include cannoli pancake tacos with house made ricotta filling, a Nashville hot chicken and waffle sandwich, and the loaded breakfast “Tot”-chos, which are perfect for sharing. The funky space also has an eight-seat bar where you can order up local craft beer, a glass of wine, fruity mimosa, or a “bucket of bubbles.”
Boathouse Bistro
45 Hull Shore Dr., Hull • 781-242-6022 boathousebistrobeachfront.com
Photography by Zöe Stoner
TEAM: After a 10-year stint at the Hingham Shipyard, owners Tinka and Steve McCauley and Albana Jubani decided to relocate their seafood-centric eatery to Hull, right across the street from Nantasket Beach. The family run establishment is open year-round and already has a loyal following.
VIBE: Anchored in the Nantasket Beach Resort, the recently expanded restaurant features an enormous outdoor deck for alfresco dining and can now also accommodate private functions. Thirsty patrons belly up to an oversized bar for strong cosmos and espresso martinis while soaking in the beachfront views seen through the floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
FLAVOR: Menu favorites include the bistro shrimp scampi, seafood pescatore, grilled filet mignon, and eggplant rollatini. A recently introduced Sunday brunch buffet features carving stations, omelets made to order, mimosa flights, and a build-your-own bloody Mary bar.
Salt Marsh Winery
17 New Driftway, Scituate • 781-378-3814
thesaltmarshwinery.com
Photography by Zöe Stoner
TEAM: Chef-owner Douglas Rodrigues opened Salt Marsh Winery in July, transforming a space that was formerly home to the Rivershed into a sleek new dining destination. Rodrigues, who also owns Osteria Vivo in Pembroke, is an award-winning chef who is known for his inventive takes on classic Italian cuisine. His latest restaurant venture features a seafood-forward menu that showcases coastal New England flavors.
VIBE: Open for dinner nightly, this lively restaurant strikes the perfect balance between high energy and warmth. The restaurant’s name gives a nod to Rodrigues’ family history—his grandfather once penned a series of children’s mystery novels, including one called, “The Mystery at the Salt Marsh Winery.” The industrial-chic dining room features exposed beams, high ceilings, custom lighting, and a spacious bar. Guests can enjoy live entertainment on select evenings, adding to the vibrant atmosphere.
FLAVOR: The Salt Marsh Winery menu celebrates fresh local seafood. Standout dishes include items like Duxbury Bay mussels, fish and chips, and a signature Scituate lobster roll. Adventurous diners will appreciate unique offerings such as torched beef tongue and marrow, escargot fricassee, white veal Bolognese, and a richly satisfying smothered Salisbury steak.
Turmeric House
39 Court St., Plymouth
774-283-7004
turmerichousema.com
Photography by Zöe Stoner
TEAM: When longtime friends Andy (Anand Pokhrel), Mahesh Shahi, Sujan Magar, and Prabin Thapa were growing up in Nepal’s Kathmandu Valley, they never could have imagined one day they would all open a restaurant together – let alone three. Their new Plymouth restaurant is their most recent endeavor (there are also locations in Weymouth and Braintree) and combines the food cultures of India and Nepal in a family-friendly dining room designed to make you feel right at home.
VIBE: Colorful murals grace the walls of this cozy eatery, which has windows overlooking bustling Court Street. Much like its sister restaurant in Weymouth, the downtown Plymouth eatery offers a full-service dining room with table seating and a spacious bar.
FLAVOR: Blending Indian and Tibetan influences, the menu at Turmeric House offers dishes that are, as the team describes, “humble yet full of soul.” Aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and garlic infuse every dish with warmth and depth. Guests can savor favorites such as garlic naan, lamb curry, shrimp vindaloo, goat biryani, and chicken tikka masala, alongside an impressive array of flavorful vegetarian options.
