I woke up to the news that the Tin Building had closed. The day was a surprise, but it was well known that the food hall at the Seaport was not doing well.
We loved the Tin Building. It was a swanky celebration of everything that tastes good, with multiple bars, restaurants, and shops. You walked in and found yourself in a different world. A luxury cruise ship would be a good comparison, and that was fine with us.
Alas, early last year, the vibe changed. Some venues, like the vegetarian restaurant, were closed or “merged.” When we wanted to buy fish for dinner, we found an empty bed of ice at the fish store. In summer, I was looking for lunch at the sandwich bar, but I was not too surprised to be redirected to the bakery for pre-made dishes.
There were financial reasons for all of this, but it’s hard to shrink your way to greatness if luxury and abundance are what you’re after.
Thanks to everybody who made this place such a delightful experience and always gave us a friendly welcome.