New North Shore Cafe To Celebrate Grand Opening This Weekend

PEABODY, MA — A new Peabody baker and diner will celebrate its grand opening this week in a long-vacant space on Main Street.

The 98 Café Bakery & Diner held a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for Audrino and Audriana Taugino's cafe, offering a mix of baked goods, hearty breakfasts and cozy lunches. The cafe opens in the previous home of the North Shore Community Action Programs, following a renovation that includes ground-floor retail and residential units above the diner.

"This is exactly the kind of investment we love to see," said Deanne Healey, President of the Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce. "Audrino and Audriana’s commitment not only breathes new life into a long-vacant property but also adds flavor, character, and hospitality to Main Street. It’s a win for the entire community."

The space includes chandeliers and a fireplace, with free parking available for customers behind the building.

A grand opening will be held on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with free samplings and giveaways.

(Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. X/Twitter: @Scott_Souza.)