At Arsenal Yards, our team along with our partners at Wilder have made a number of retail enhancements and will bring even more new offerings to the neighborhood over the next several months. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the retailers and restaurants bringing renewed energy to Watertown’s premier mixed-use destination:

NOW OPEN

• J. Crew Factory — The brand known for its fun, classic, and colorful styles for women, men, and kids, has arrived at Arsenal Yards. Earlier this year, we invited shoppers to enjoy J. Crew Factory’s exclusive styles, all at an incredible value. They opened at 125 Arsenal Yards Blvd., across from Ulta Beauty.
• Butterbird — Jason Santos is a well-known local chef and restaurateur who operates four other restaurants in the Greater Boston area, including Buttermilk & Bourbon at Arsenal Yards. Santos has an additional Buttermilk & Bourbon in Boston’s Back Bay, as well as Nash Bar & Stage in Boston’s Theater District and Citrus & Salt in Boston’s Seaport neighborhood. Jason Santos opened Butterbird at Arsenal Yards at 112 Bond Sq. this past summer, right next to Blackbird Doughnuts. Butterbird is proving to be a delicious new breakfast and lunch shop and is slated to open this Summer at 112 Bond Sq., but don’t take our word for it — try their famous breakfast burritos, or choose from many delicious chicken sandwich variations, and more.
• Jersey Mike’s Subs — With more than 3,000 locations open and in development, Jersey Mike’s is known for fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs on in-store freshly baked bread — and now deliciously available to our community in Watertown. In addition to signature subs, the passion for giving in Jersey Mike’s local communities is reflected in its mission statement “Giving…making a difference in someone’s life.” Jersey Mike’s is now open at 108 Bond Sq, next to Chip City.
• Warby Parker — The beloved eyewear destination is now open at Arsenal Yards! Warby Parker offers everything from designer-quality glasses and contacts to eye exams and vision tests. They aim to make exceptional vision care simple and accessible. (Delightful, too.) And, they do a good job at just that! Also, for every pair sold, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need through our Buy a Pair, Give a Pair program. Warby Parker is open at 113 Arsenal Yards Blvd., next to Starbucks.
• Splash and Dash — Arsenal Yards’ first pet grooming & wellness offering with a signature membership service model and a premium approach to grooming.  Splash and Dash has a number of differentiators — a safety-first store design, spa treatments, time saving tech for owners, valet carry out, eco friendly toys and natural dog treats, among many others! They opened this Summer next to the best neighbor ever — Bond Vet! Bring your pup for a glow up, located at 539 Arsenal St.
• Marvelous Cuts — In a relaxed, yet vibrant ambiance, Marvelous Cuts, under the stewardship of local proprietor Lex, offers the ultimate grooming experience. Lex and his team specialize in a spectrum of services ranging from intricate hair designs and timeless haircuts to skin fades and indulgent hot towel shaves, catering to the diverse needs of its clientele, including specialized services for both male and female clientele. Marvelous Cuts recently opened up at 523 Arsenal St, right under the underneath the Hampton by Hilton hotel, offering exceptional grooming services within the community.

COMING SOON

• NAYA — The celebrated Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant that began in New York City, known for its vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, will be joining the Arsenal Yards neighborhood this winter in Watertown. This exciting addition marks a significant expansion for NAYA, bringing its authentic, health-conscious Middle Eastern dishes to New England for the first time! NAYA will open at at 41 Bond St. next to F45 Training.
• Medium Rare — An award-winning Washington, D.C.–based restaurant locally famous and universally loved for its steak frites will debut soon at Arsenal Yards. Offering a fun and friendly dining experience in a relaxed atmosphere, Medium Rare is known for legendary steak, fries & secret sauce, epic sundaes, unique regional wines and beers, and weekend brunch served in a fun, relaxed, neighborhood bistro. Medium Rare will open this winter at 107 Bond Sq. next to Pokeworks.
• Squeeze Massage — Squeeze is a massage experience from the founders of Drybar, slated to open in Arsenal Yards later this year. Squeeze’s revolutionary app-based booking platform allows guests to book, set personalized preferences, pay, tip, rate, and review all at the touch of a button. Each massage includes choice of deep tissue, heat therapy, percussion therapy, and aromatherapy at no additional charge. Squeeze will open later this year at 116 Arsenal Yards Blvd., next to Ulta Beauty.
• Mighty Squirrel — We’re thrilled Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co. is opening a taproom and kitchen at Arsenal Yards. Following several successful years of hosting a seasonal biergarten, Mighty Squirrel is excited to establish a permanent home in Watertown and we can’t wait to cheers over a Cloud Candy! Located at 102 Arsenal Yards Blvd, next to The River Green and abutting the Charles River, the 4,000 square foot space will offer a full food menu with contemporary and elevated dishes. Additionally, a huge outdoor patio will offer ample seating with picturesque views of Arsenal Park that features new tennis and pickleball courts, a community garden, and a skatepark, all rolling right down to the banks of the Charles River.

It continues to be an exciting time to visit, shop, dine, live, and work at Arsenal Yards. If you haven’t been recently, come on over! And follow along online at www.arsenalyards.com and on Instagram @arsenalyards.