" We'll see generations of grandparents, parents with their kids, their grandkids, just lining up because that's what they know. "

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.