Northshore Magazine

AMERICAN THE BLUE OX A favorite in the neighborhood, this imaginative establishment features a beautifully orchestrat- ed setting replete with a local painter's work de- picting, well, a blue ox. The menu includes innovative spins on classic burgers, a plethora of yummy pasta dishes, and irresistible sides (Think: hand-cut potato chips.) Additionally, a sophisticated wine list boasts some of the world's most renowned varietals. Yep, there's no other bovine quite like it. • 191 Oxford Street, Lynn, 01901, (781) 780-5722. Hours: Tue-Thu, Sun 5 pm - 10 pm, Fri-Sat, 5 pm - 10:30 pm. D $$ PALMERS RESTAURANT & TAVERN Quiet sophistication describes Palmers's formal dining room ambience, while a tavern gives way to more relaxed seating. Tasteful décor and upscale New England charm grace every room; a salon, wine lounge, and outdoor deck are available to appease all mealtime moods. Chef Ingalls prepares regular specials and house staples to satiate every palate, and Thursday through Saturday the place serves as a nighttime music venue. There's a bit of every- thing at Palmers, which is why locals return time and again. • 18 Elm Street, Andover, 01810, (978) 470-1606. Hours: Mon-Wed 11:30 am - 11 pm, Thu 11:30 am - 11:30 pm, Fri 11:30 am - 12 am, Sat 12 pm - 12 am. L D $$$ SEAGLASS OCEANSIDE RESTAURANT "Beach chic" is the theme and classic American is the cuisine. A pleasant blend of the elegant and the causal makes this Atlantic-side spot a real gem. In ad- dition to a great sea-fresh menu, there's Sun- day Brunch by the Sea, Wednesday $1 Raw Bar, and Thursday Night: Music, Martinis & More! during which diners enjoy chef Harley's weekly bar bites accompanied by jazz classics and cool lounge sounds. • 4 Oceanfront North, Salisbury, 01952, (978) 462-5800. Hours: Lunch, Mon-Sat 11:30 am – 3 pm, Brunch, Sun 10:30 am – 2 pm, Dinner, Mon-Thu; Sun 3:30 pm – 9 pm; Fri-Sat 3:30 pm – 10 pm. Br L D $$$ CAFÉ / BISTRO FOREIGN AFFAIRS WINE BAR & BISTRO Executive Chef Doug Papows lends an inter- national tilt to American bistro cuisine with his Foreign Affairs Wine Bar & Bistro. His passion for sourcing regional ingredients is evident in dishes like the pan-seared Faroe Island Salm- on or Smokehouse Sampler. Featuring season- al desserts from a local baker and a wine list spanning the globe, Foreign Affairs is one stop on the map you don't want to miss! • 26 Central St., Manchester, 01944, (978) 704-9568. Hours: Sun - Wed 5 pm - 9 pm, Thu - Sat 5 pm - 10 pm, Bar 11:30 pm. D $$ SCRATCH KITCHEN In addition to top-quality, inventive sandwiches, there are many must-try items on the menu that have earned this place a reputation for the fun and the yummy (including bacon-dusted pop- corn!) Using regional and farm-fresh ingredients, B O N S B E S T 2013 n o r t h s h o r e of 9 7 8 - 4 7 0 - 1 6 0 6 1 8 E l m S t. A n d o v E r , m A P A l m E r S - r E S t A u r A n t. c o m Enjoy opening day on the deck! t r A d i t i o n A t P A l m E r S E A S t E r S u n d A y B r u n c h m o t h E r ' S d A y B r u n c h Cozy up seaside or lounge side. Serving lunch and dinner daily. Try our popular 5-7pm promos: Tuesday $5 Burgers, Wednesday $1 Raw Bar, Thursday $5 Surf 'n Turf Tacos, Friday $2 Flatbreads. Live Music and Dancing on Saturday nights, and our acclaimed Sunday Brunch by the Sea. Savor it all at Seaglass. 4 Oceanfront North • Salisbury, MA • 978.462.5800 • SeaglassOceanside.com Affordable Dining. Lively Lounge. Breathtaking Views. Full.indd 1 1/30/14 11:41 AM In honor of spring's arrival, break out of the winter rut and go explore new things, including great eats. There's a bevy of backyard options and a rich supply of talented chefs in many a North Shore kitchen. So don those short sleeves and spring skirts and head out for light fare and seasonal cocktails. DiningGuide_April.indd 160 2/21/14 5:27 PM

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