It has still been able to keep its shop open for takeout, but it's looking forward to reopening to diners in April.
"It's a huge relief," Gooch said, looking ahead to the coming weeks. "We've gone from having to lay off our staff a couple times in one year to really celebrating that we're hiring every position."
That warmer weather jump started a hiring spree at eateries across the city. One industry website lists more than 300 open restaurant positions available right now.
Chef Brian Paszko at Alcove in Boston says what's happening right now with hiring is very unique.
"It's a mix from entry-level to mid-management to executive-style," he said.