Massachusetts is dotted with too many gorgeous and historic churches to count. It seems like every little town and village has at least a handful. This stunning church in Fall River has been converted to a restaurant and is now open for the public to enjoy. Here’s what you should know about the Abbey Grill.

The Abbey Grill is located in Fall River inside a beautifully restored Victorian-era church.
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The Central Congregational Church was built in 1875 and closed in 1987 when its congregation shrank to just 200 people.
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The church fell into disrepair between 2009 and 2016 before being converted to its current shining state.
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Today, the Abbey Grill serves delectable Italian food in an atmosphere that pays homage to the building’s past.
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Glittering chandeliers adorn the vaulted ceilings and the original shining wood panels create an elegant vibe.
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You won’t be able to take your eyes off the jewel-toned stained glass windows.
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In fact, this was the former church of the infamous Lizzie Borden.
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As for the menu, it’s packed with treats like Rhode Island calamari fritta, baked cannelloni, and linguini with garlicky littleneck clams.
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Seafood lovers will also be in heaven once they try the egg battered shrimp sautéed in a Grand Marnier butter sauce or fresh grilled swordfish served with sun-dried tomato horseradish pesto cream sauce.
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The Grill’s gleaming wooden bar is also a great place to meet, eat, and socialize with family or that someone special.
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No matter the occasion, there’s truly something divine about dining at this church restaurant in Massachusetts.
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You can find the Abbey Grill at 100 Rock St., Fall River, Mass. Click here to visit their website for current opening hours and menus. If you feel like staying overnight in an old Massachusetts church, click here.

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