Amanté Pizzeria Opens in Former Christo's Location

The new restaurant is now serving customers at 785 Bedford Street in Whitman.

Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Openings & Closings

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Amanté Pizzeria has officially opened at 785 Bedford Street in Whitman, occupying the property formerly held by Christo's To Go. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Amanté Pizzeria has opened its doors at 785 Bedford Street, taking over the space previously occupied by Christo's To Go. The transition follows the permanent closure of the long-standing local eatery.

Why it matters

The opening marks a new chapter for the Bedford Street property, which had hosted Christo's To Go until its permanent closure announcement on July 9, 2026.

Amanté Pizzeria offers a 25-inch sheet pizza for $36 and a 10-inch cheese bar pizza for $11.99. Customers can also order a regular roast beef sandwich for $11 or a Super Beef sandwich for $12.

The players

Amanté Pizzeria

This restaurant is a new dining establishment in Whitman that previously operated a location in East Bridgewater.

Christo's To Go

This former local eatery closed permanently in 2026 following legal issues involving unpaid taxes.

Christos Tsaganis

He was the founder of the original Christo's Restaurant brand who passed away in 2013.

The details

Amanté Pizzeria, which previously operated in East Bridgewater, is now fully operational at the 785 Bedford Street location in Whitman. Interested diners can place catering or takeout orders by contacting the restaurant directly.

Timeline

  1. 1964: The original Christo's Restaurant opened.

  2. 2013: Christos Tsaganis died at age 87.

  3. July 9, 2026: Christo's To Go announced it would not reopen.

  4. October 22, 2026: Amanté Pizzeria confirmed its opening.

Market Landscape

The arrival of Amanté Pizzeria represents a shift in the local restaurant market following the closure of Christo's Restaurant. This transition highlights how new businesses capitalize on prime retail locations left vacant by established brands.

Local diners can now utilize the new pizzeria for delivery, provided their total order meets the $15 minimum requirement. Those looking for quick meals can order various specialty pizzas and sandwiches directly from the restaurant staff.

The takeaway

The transformation of the Bedford Street site underscores how local dining corridors evolve over time. Residents can support the new business by reviewing the updated menu options available for pickup or delivery.

Further reading

Learn more about local business changes in the Openings & Closings section.

More information

View the Amanté Pizzeria official menu and information for full pricing details.

Source note: This article includes information reported by The Enterprise.

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