Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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NORTHSHOREMAG.COM 42 DECEMBER 2019 FAC E S + P L AC E S E AT + D R I N K 1640 Hart House At this historic restaurant, "the floors are slanted and the doors are narrow," says Chamber of Commerce president Ray Morley. "But you can get a great New England dinner there." 51 Linebrook Rd., 978-356-1640, 1640harthouse.com True North Ale Company Relax in the spacious taproom overlooking Ipswich's newest brewery and enjoy one (or more) of the 20 beers on tap. 116 County Rd., 978-312-6948, truenorthales.com Ipswich Ale Brewer's Table Nestled inside the Ipswich Ale Brewery, the restaurant offers 15 of the company's beers on tap, live music, and pub food favorites with a twist— think steak with hops and blue cheese butter. Brewery tours run every hour on Saturday afternoons. 2 Brewery Place, 978-356-3182, ipswichalebrewery.com Brown Dog An inviting and intimate tavern offering impeccably executed pub food classics, from nachos built on hand-fried tortilla chips to itinerary butter-glazed ribeye. 14 Central St., 978-312-6362, thebrowndogipswich.com Ithaki Serving up a wide range of small plates and Greek street food, this acclaimed destination for Mediterranean fare offers up bold flavors in a charming atmosphere. 25 Hammatt St., 978-356- 0099, ithakicuisine.com Zumi's Espresso Drop by to enjoy a colorful, community- oriented café serving fair trade, sustainably sourced coffee and locally made ice cream. 40 Market St., 978-356- 1988, zumis.com Choate Bridge Pub A local institution serving up unfussy pub fare—including clams sourced directly from the local flats—in a friendly, casual environment. 3 South Main St., 978-356-2931, choatebridgepub.com L I V E + P L AY Appleton Farms An historic dairy farm where visitors can pet goats and sheep, buy farm-made cheese, or wander miles of bucolic trails. Holiday events are scheduled throughout December. Route 1A, 978-356-5728, thetrustees.org Marini Farm This family-owned farmstand offers fresh, local produce from IPSWICH MUST-DO LIST Clockwise from top, Choate Bridge Pub, Cellar Door, and Ithaki PHOTOGRAPHS BY ROBERT BOYD (TOP LEFT AND TOP RIGHT), BY SCOTT GOODWIN (BOTTOM RIGHT), BY ELISE SINAGRA (OPPOSITE PAGE) F A C E S + P L A C E S spring through fall; in the winter, it transforms into a holiday wonderland, complete with trimmed trees, wreath-decorating events, and a firepit for making s'mores. 259 Linebrook Rd., 978-356- 0430, marinifarm.com Greenwood Farm and the Paine House A perfect spot for a bucolic stroll, Green- wood Farm offers 2.5 miles of trails through historic pasture and along wild marshland. On the property, the Paine House gives an exceptional glimpse of First Period architec- ture. 47 Jeffrey's Neck Rd., 978-356-4351, thetrustees.org Sandy Point State Reservation On the southern tip of Plum Island, the 77-acre reserve is a lesser-