9 Boston area restaurants were on 'Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations.' Where are they now

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This past June marked seven years since the death of Anthony Bourdain, who started his career in Provincetown.
In his 61 years of life, the late chef and television host changed the game when it came to talking about not only food but also politics and travel. His blunt honesty and searing wit made him a media icon.
His most notable television shows: "Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" and "Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown" took him around the world, including two ventures in Massachusetts.
Here are the restaurants and bars in Boston he visited on "No Reservations" and how they're doing now.
Belle Isle Seafood
Where: 1 Main St. in Winthrop, Massachusetts
About: Known for their piles of fried seafood available to order, Belle Isle Seafood was the first restaurant Bourdain visited on the 2011 episode. He called their half-pound lobster roll an "embarrassment of riches."
Michael's Deli
Where: 256 Harvard St. in Brookline, Massachusetts
About: Guided by talk show host and Wellesley homeowner Howie Carr, Bourdain then ate at Brookline institution Michael's Deli. In the 2011 episode, Bourdain and Carr ordered "The Howie Carr," a corned beef and brisket sandwich that is now called the "Michael's Choice." Bourdain said that the pastrami knish was "lethal yet very tasty."
Galley Diner
Where: 11 P St. in South Boston, Massachusetts
About: If you're in Massachusetts, then you have to have some corned beef hash. And the Galley Diner is where the Provincetown-trained chef got his fix, calling the dish "a delightful blend of corned beef, potatoes, and peppers." If you're looking to visit here, be warned that it's only open from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, according to their website.
Eire Pub
Where: 795 Adams St. in Boston, Massachusetts
About: An old-school pub where the bartenders wear ties instead of t-shirts, the Eire Pub served Bourdain Guinness and a classic beef barley soup. Their website says that the Dorchester bar also serves 10-inch bar pizzas and American chop suey.
Rondo's Submarine Sandwiches
Where: 134 W Broadway in South Boston, Massachusetts
About: Bourdain ordered a cheesesteak with mushrooms, peppers and onions, covered in provolone while in the hallowed halls of Rondo's, calling it a "king among sandwiches." He also solved the age-old question of what the difference between a submarine sandwich and a grinder is. The answer: There isn't a difference; they're both sandwiches.
Senhor Ramos (CLOSED)
Where: 691 Cambridge St. in Cambridge, Massachusetts
About: Unfortunately closed permanently, Senhor Ramos, also known as the Snack Bar, was known for its Portuguese cuisine. Bourdain adored this place during the episode, displaying his particular love for Azorean food.
Murphy's Law
Where: 837 Summer St. in Boston, Massachusetts
About: After a day of eating, Bourdain and his friend Michael Ruffino went on a bit of a pub crawl. They visited Murphy's Law first, playing darts with the locals and learning about the owner's rule: Physically harm another customer and you're banned for life.
L Street Tavern/Woody's
Where: 658 E 8th St. in Boston, Massachusetts
About: Visiting the tavern famously depicted in the film "Good Will Hunting," Ruffino and Bourdain were ordered to take off the Murphy's Law sweatshirts they were given by the previous establishment. They complied and were given complimentary beef stew and the warm companionship of the bargoers present.
The Quencher Tavern (CLOSED)
Where: 170 I St. in Boston, Massachusetts
About: Closed now, the Quencher Tavern was known as one of the last blue-collar bars in South Boston.
Rin Velasco is a trending reporter. She can be reached at [e-mail].
This article originally appeared on The Patriot Ledger: 9 Boston area restaurants were on 'Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations.'
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