Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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NORTHSHOREMAG.COM 38 MAY 2019 tables. ey even feature live entertainment, making it the perfect place to meet up with friends. Just don't be surprised if you end up spending the entire evening here! 10 Center St., Newburyport T R I N A' S STA R L I G H T LO U N G E Whatever your reasons for visiting Trina's Star- light Lounge in Amesbury, the fried chicken is surely one of them. You might also go for the fun of their Wednesday trivia nights or the pinball machines in the back room, their unbe- lievably delicious comfort food that goes way beyond the fried chicken, or their expansive cocktail menu (You've been warned!). All in all, it's really hard not to have a good time here. 37 Main St., Amesbury KOW LO O N R E STAU R A N T Is there a person on the North Shore who isn't familiar with the Kowloon on Route 1? eir comedy night is the stuff of legend. Who wouldn't love to gather with a group of friends for a special event or just a casual good time at this venue where the laughs are pretty much guaranteed! Check their online "Kowloon Kalendar" for the rotating lineup of comedians. 948 Broadway, Saugus B I T B A R Bit Bar in Salem is an arcade bar done right. Complete with music, gaming, food, and drinks, it has everything you need for a unique night out. eir outdoor patio is great in good weather, and they have more than enough classic arcade games and pinball machines to make anyone who came of age in the 80s and 90s yearn for the good old days. Serving a local selection of beer and alcohol, Bit Bar is the perfect place to stop in on a whim or to plan a party in advance (contact them for more information about private events). 50 Saint Peter St., Salem T H E C A ST L E : A B OA R D G A M E C A F É If board games are more your speed, e Castle: A Board Game Café is the place for you. Located in Beverly and open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, serving beer, wine, and mixed drinks, this is a must-visit for anyone who enjoys tabletop games. With over 750 games to choose from, it's the perfect place to spend a few hours enjoying an old or new favorite (or two, or ten). e Castle is a full-service restau- rant, so you don't need to leave the comfort of your table to order food and drinks. ey have a "$5 to play" model that grants access to all of their games, as well as memberships that offer unlimited gaming in addition to other perks. You can bring your own games, too! 240 Rantoul St., Beverly FAC E S + P L AC E S PHOTOGRAPHS TOP TO BOTTOM, BY ANTHONY TIEULI, BY BRIAN DEMELLO, AND BY SARAH PHILLIPS Top to bottom, Brick & Ash offers pool tables, Trina's has a a room lined with pinball machines, and The Castle offers a vast collection of board games for its customers.