Check out The Nightly

After years in the making, a brand-new restaurant has officially opened its doors in Savin Hill. The Nightly is now serving up eats above The Daily Market on Savin Hill Avenue—and there’s even an outdoor patio perfect for late-summer dining. The spot is led by Chef Jeff Fournier, known for past restaurants like Thompson House Eatery, Waban Kitchen, and 51 Lincoln. The menu has a little something for everyone—think maki rolls, Cuban sandwiches, pesto pasta, pulled pork, lasagna, and more. You can check out the menu and more details at thenightlyboston.com.

Check out The Dot Block Diner

There’s a new spot to grab breakfast in the neighborhood, and it comes with some familiar roots. The Dot Block Diner and More launched a soft opening this week, bringing classic diner vibes with a modern twist to the ground floor of the Dot Block development on Dorchester Ave. It also marks the first retail space to open in the complex, which began welcoming residents in 2023. The man behind the griddle? Bernie Goodman, the same guy who gave us the beloved McKenna’s Café in Savin Hill. The new 49-seat diner will serve up breakfast and lunch daily—waffles are the star of the menu—and plans to add 20 outdoor seats soon.

Family Fridays at Landmark Public House

Landmark Public House is celebrating the end of the week with some good old-fashioned family fun on Fridays from 4pm-8pm! Enjoy a special kids menu, balloons, Kelly’s Mystery Toy Chest (ooohhhh), and free ice cream for the kids!

Sunday Roast at McGonagle’s

Sunday Roast available every week at McGonagle’s. Choice of 1/2/3 courses. Turkey & Ham or Roast Beef. Reservations available on OpenTable.com.

Beats on the Beach Block Party

Be a part of this collaborative community music celebration featuring live performances, a vibrant local art mart, and more. Don’t miss Save the Harbor/Save the Bay’s biggest block party yet! Saturday, August 30  |  5:00 – 9:00 pm  | Lawn on D Free admission

What’s On Deck:

• Lineup (first set at 6 pm): Chelita, Deevo Da Genius, Lilith, TOMO, ToriTori, DJ Rayvino. Hosted by DJ WhySham. Learn more about the music lineup here.
• Art Mart: 40+ local vendors offering art, crafts, clothes, jewelry, and more! See the vendor list here.
• Food & drinks including a signature cocktail

Ashmont Friday Market

Greater Ashmont Main Street founded the Ashmont Friday Market (originally the Ashmont Farmers Market) in 2008. Since then, the Market has become a beloved Dorchester institution, Open each Friday in Peabody Square from 2 pm to 6 pm.  Enjoy live music, fresh produce, prepared foods, activities for all ages!  This fun neighborhood event takes place at the Ashmont MBTA Plaza.  You can learn more here. 

New Edition Day Events

New Edition is being honored by The City of Boston with their own street naming followed by a community block party! The event is happening Saturday, August 30th starting at 10am. The street naming ceremony will take place at the corner of Ambrose Street and Albany Street in Roxbury, honoring the group at Orchard Gardens, formerly known as Orchard Park, where the founding members of New Edition grew up. The community block party will take place in front of the Orchard Gardens Boys & Girls Club, featuring music, a backpack giveaway for youth, free food, fun activities and a special appearance by New Edition. Get all the details here!

Enjoy your eggs with a side of Donna Summer 

Blend – the wildly popular restaurant on Dot. Ave – features an even more popular Disco Brunch every other Sunday from 11am-3pm.  Enjoy your favorite disco music while you feast on brunch items like Cinna Rolls, Eggs Beni, Breakfast Burritos, Burgers, and more! The brunch cocktail menu includes hangover helpers like Espresso Martinis, Mimosas, Killer Bloody Marys, and Disco Juice made with coconut & spiced rum, cranberry, OJ, and pineapple juice, and grenadine served in a disco ball! Yes, please! Did we mention Espresso Martini Flights?  Oh, Blend has those, too, with award-winning Nitro caramel espresso, Strawberry espresso, Espresso Old Fashion, and Tiramisu espresso!  Book your reservation today!

Go with the Flow at Open Doors Studio

Take a hot power flow class this weekend!  You can check out the LDW schedule here! 

Brace Yourself!  It’s Moving Day!

September 1st is upon us, and you know what that means – it’s Moving Day in Southie aka Southie Christmas! The next few weeks are sure to promise lots of double-parked cars and moving vans, “no parking” moving permits (which residents will ignore), and trash galore!  Here is some helpful info to make sure things go smoothly on your block!

Summer Bucket List

Summer is coming to an end and there’s no better time to explore everything our neighborhood (and our sister neighborhoods) have to offer. From sipping cocktails with a view to catching a water taxi or eating some ice cream, this list has a little something for everyone!  So slide into your flip flops, grab a friend, and let the summer fun begin right in your own backyard!  Check out our list here! 

SPORTS!!:

Red Sox vs. Pirates – Friday, August 29th at 7:10pm, Saturday, August 30th at 4:10pm, Sunday, August 30th at 1:35pm

Red Sox vs. Guardians –Monday, September 1st at 1:35pm.

US Open Matches – Schedule here! 

If you’re watching the game this weekend, check out our list of 10 places to catch the action in Dot, or check out 12 of our favorites in South Boston!

Check back! This list may be updated.

What else is going on around Dot this weekend? Let us know by leaving a comment below.