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Shaq Opening 6 Massachusetts Restaurants

Author Jaybeau Jones
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 29: Shaquille O’Neal attends the 37th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards at Cipriani South Street on November 29, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)

Breaking: Shaq Is Opening 6 Restaurants In Massachusetts!

Opening a new restaurant in our competitive foodie state is a tall order. There is no one MORE qualified to take on this TALL order than NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal.

First, he’s 7 feet and 1 inch tall. When you see Shaq walk into a crowed room, of 500 people, you still see him OVER the crowd. I have. It’s stunning to see him up close. You are looking UP the whole time. Before we take a bite into his new Massachusetts restaurant, let’s see some stats.

Shaq Stats

Shaq has played for six teams in an amazing 19 year career for the NBA. He is also a FOUR-TIME NBA champion. O’Neal’s individual accolades include the 1999–2000 Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award; the 1992–93 NBA Rookie of the Year award; 15 All-Star Game selections, three All-Star Game MVP awards; three Finals MVP awards; two scoring titles; 14 All-NBA team selections, and three NBA All-Defensive Team selections. He was clearly one of the best players of our time. Shaq even did a stint for the Celtics, in 2010 and 2011 before retiring.

Career After The NBA

His storied history is WAY too extraordinary to list it all here. But, here’s a short list of the accolades of the tall man.

Shaq has music albums, acting credits in movies, TV, and video games. Shaq has appeared in numerous television commercials and was the spokesperson for many brands. He also supports law enforcement and was sworn in as an honorary police officer in Los Angeles, Florida and Georgia. 

Along with owning and operating hundreds of businesses, reportedly Shaq has a television show on HBO. 

Shaq Opening 6 Massachusetts Restaurants

O’Neal apparently misses his Celtics days. According to Boston 25:

Big Chicken, a concept founded by O’Neal, recently announced that it signed an agreement with Restaurant Brands International (QSR) that will bring locations to Boston, the MetroWest, Cape Cod, and the North Shore regions of the Bay State.

Big Chicken’s website shares a peek of the menu:

“From crispy chicken sandwiches and tenders to Cheez-It crusted mac n’ cheese and hand-crafted ice cream shakes, each menu item tells a story all while offering guests an inside look into the life and personality of Shaquille O’Neal.”

If that ice cream shake is half as tall as Shaq, I’m in. Look for a location coming to the North Shore Mall. 

Jaybeau Jones’s radio career has brought him from New York City’s #1 station Z-100 and America’s Top 40 to WROR! Currently, JayBeau’s distinctive voice can be heard not only on WROR but also on Sirius XM’s 70’s Channel and on Dunkin Donut’s in-store radio. Jaybeau’s other life is his writing. In 2012 he launched “Heroes Mentors and Friends” a book about well-being and positive thinking. Jaybeau lives in the area and has two grown children, Jordan and Matthew. Jaybeau loves spending time in nature and spending every second with his wife Heidi and the kids. Jaybeau likes to write about pop culture, music, and personal growth. Jaybeau also loves to write his own backyard in Boston.

8 Boston Area Restaurants You MUST Try Before 2024, Voted On By You

  • Fratelli's in Everett

    Fratelli’s is the brainchild of North End restauranteurs Nick Varano and Frank Depasquale. It is located inside the Encore Casino and showcases made-to-order pasta dishes, delicious brick oven pizza and traditional Italian specialties such as lobster fra diavolo, veal Milanese, zucchini flowers, zuppa di pesce, risotto and gnocchi alla Sorrentina. Here’s a secret for you, ask for two items NOT on the menu: the stuffed lobster and the cacio e pepe. TO DIE FOR.

  • Vejigantes in Boston

    Located at 57 W Dedham Street in Boston, “Vejigantes is a testament to the struggle of the Puerto Rican community in the City of Boston.” According to their website “Vejigantes brings the best of the traditional food of the beautiful island of Puerto Rico, carefully prepared and presented by craftsmen to fill a void in the community of Villa Victoria bastion of the fight of our community.” 

  • Grill 23 & Bar in Boston

    Grill 23 was mentioned a few times during our survey. Since 1983, Grill 23 has been the independent steakhouse of Boston. They source only premium natural meat and it is always seasoned and cooked to perfection. They offer a variety of private dining suites, allowing you to host as few as 10 guests for a smaller occasion to 140 guests for a large event.  

  • Rino's Place in Boston

    Located at 258 Saratoga Street in Boston, Rino’s Place was mentioned a few times in our survey. They offer dine in and take out. They have also been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives.   Rino’s has been in business for 24 years originally opened by Chef Anthony’s parents Rino and Anna DiCenso, They in turn handed over the business to their Son Chef Anthony DiCenso. A delicious taste of Italian right in East Boston with menu items ranging from $9 to $18 dollars.

  • Taqueria El Amigo in Waltham

    Located at 196 Willow Street in Waltham, Taqueria El Amigo has been voted as one of the top 100 restaurants in AMERICA two years in a row, according to Yelp. They do have small tables available, but the majority of their customers are ordering food to go. They are expanding soon so stay tuned for that. Mexican food at its finest is located right in Waltham.

  • Grace By Nia in Boston (Seaport)

    Grace by Nia is a breath of fresh air for the city. Located at 60 Seaport Blvd, this restaurant with its soul infused menu, also boasts live entertainment nightly. Grace by Nia is the brainchild of Nia Grace, a Roxbury native who already owns two Boston area eateries Darryl’s Corner Bar & Kitchen The Underground Cafe.

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  • Gustazo Cuban Kitchen & Bar in Cambridge

    The word gustazo means great pleasure. Located at 2067 Mass Ave in Cambridge, Gustazo brings authentic Cuban flavor to Boston’s thriving restaurant scene. “When visiting this lively neighborhood restaurant, savoring our authentic Cuban fare and listening to our carefully selected compilation of Cuban music, we aim that you our guest, will have a Gustazo!” 

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    About The word Gustazo means great pleasure and "darse or dar un Gustazo" means to treat oneself or someone else to something special. Located two blocks from Porter Square, Gustazo aims to bring authentic Cuban flavors to the vibrant Boston restaurant scene.

  • Abe & Louie's in Boston

    Abe & Louie’s is the epitome of classic American steakhouses offering unparalleled flavor combinations and undeniably superior service. They boast an award winning wine list along with more than 200 globally sourced palates. Abe & Louie’s continues to win numerous prestigious awards for its excellence.

     

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