Located in South Boston, Sullivan's Castle Island was recently named the recipient of the James Beard America’s Classics Award for the Northeast region. The award is given to local restaurants that are timeless and beloved for food that reflects the character of its community, according to the James Beard Foundation.

New England staple Sullivan's Castle Island has received national recognition from the James Beard Awards, which honored the South Boston hot dog stand one of its "America's Classics."The James Beard Foundation says its organization aims "to recognize exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts,

Sullivan’s Castle Island a summer favorite known for its hot dogs, hamburgers and ice cream has been named a James Beard America’s Classics Award winner for 2025.