7th Street Burger

Rule Changes

Granted 1 a.m. closing at South Boston takeout

A New York burger chain wanted its no-seats South Boston takeout to stay open until 2 a.m. Residents on West Broadway wanted 11 p.m., and the Boston Licensing Board split the difference: 1 a.m., plus a one-year freeze on asking for more.

Updated Oct 20

Built World

As of October 2026: Licensed operator in Philadelphia

7th Street Burger, the New York smash burger chain, now holds a Philadelphia food-service license for its Fishtown restaurant. The city's Department of Licenses and Inspections first issued the permit to the company on September 17, 2026.

Updated Oct 3