SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - A new restaurant will be opening its doors in Springfield on Tuesday. Victim and shooting suspect arrested on firearms charges after Springfield shooting on Cambridge Street El Cafetín will be hosting a grand opening ceremony on Tuesday at their location at 276 Cottage Street. This new restaurant will being authentic Puerto Rican flavors to Springfield and promises a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant will be serving traditional dishes that'll showcase Puerto Rico's rich culinary heritage. Carmen Howland, the chef at El Cafetín, has years of experience and dedication to quality. ElCafetinmenu12.30_105559proof5Download State Representative Carlos González, State Representative Orlando Ramos, members of the Western Massachusetts delegation, and other community leaders, will be at the grand opening, which is set to take place at 10:00 a.m. “I am thrilled to celebrate the opening of El Cafetín and the addition of more diverse culinary options in Springfield,” said Representative González. “This is not just a business; it is a testament to our community’s strength, culture, and entrepreneurial spirit. We look forward to seeing El Cafetín thrive and become a gathering place for delicious food and cultural connection.” Local News Headlines Dog stranded on beaver dam rescued in Longmeadow Governor Healey announces $2.5B for higher education in Massachusetts Victim identified in deadly Springfield shooting on Oakland Street Westfield Police searching for suspect involved in elder fraud scheme WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.