Erving Boxcar Restaurant Closed, 09-29-2010

That restaurant was a two alarm structure fire back over the summer. I worked at that scene, there was heavy interior damage and moderate exterior damage, especially on the east side of the building. It drew the response of about fifteen local fire departments and was knocked down quickly (and the building saved) due to their quick work. I did grab photos of MOAY passing the scene at a crawl - we had them tied down at Farley for a few hours to allow the crews to attack the fire from the area of the railroad tracks.

The local papers here in the North Quabbin region have been reporting a lot of fundraisers for the owners to reopen, so we can be hopeful this historic structure will be preserved as a profitable business for a long time to come!

Bringing back an old thread. Is the restaurant up and running
and, if so, does it stay open year round? Thanks...

Last time I was by it, 12-09, it was open. As far as hours, mebbe Google?

Here's some info on hours and reviews..

http://www.yelp.com/biz/box-car-restaurant-erving

I drove through Erving last Friday. 8/22 There was a large construction
C&D container in front of the restaurant. Renovations, maybe??

On a return ~1130/10-13-2014 trip, The Boxcar was doing a good pre-lunch business. The roof sign is gone, and a banner announces it as "The A&R Boxcar Restaurant."

Good to hear.

Now please taste test it for us!