Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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978-768-6931 • 122 Main Street, Essex, MA 01929 www.sheasriversideessex.com RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT & BAR SHEAS Located on the picturesque Essex River, boasting beautiful four-season views. Offering seafood, steak, poultry and pasta; impressive wine lists and friendly, professional service. Recently renovated, with two cozy fireplaces in the dining room, an inviting bar area, and a beautiful deck overlooking the Essex River. Make Shea's your new favorite spot to come relax, unwind, and enjoy! LUNCH • DINNER • SUNDAY BRUNCH Weddings on the Water Ceremonies • Receptions • Rehearsal Dinners Anniversaries • Post Wedding Brunches Vow Renewals • Showers Salisbury, MA • www.BlueOceanEventCenter.com • 978.462.5992 DININGGUIDE FOREIGN AFFAIRS WINE BAR & BISTRO Executive Chef Doug Papows lends an international 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 Salmon or Smokehouse Sampler. Featuring seasonal desserts from a local baker and a wine list span- ning the globe, Foreign Affairs is one stop on the map you don't want to miss! 26 Central St., Manchester, 01944, 978-704-9568, foreignaffairswineandbis- tro.com. $$ SCRATCH KITCHEN In addition to top-quality, inventive sandwiches, there are many must-try items on the menu that have earned this place a reputation for the fun and the yummy (including bacon-dusted popcorn!) Using regional and farm-fresh ingredients, house-smoked meats, and homemade breads, condiments, and pickles as staples for some of the area's best anytime nosh, Scratch Kitchen rocks! 245 Derby Street, Salem, 01970, 978-741- 2442, scratchkitchensalem.com. $$ ECLECTIC CAFÉ ESCADRILLE This fine restaurant Français doles out provincial Chateaubriand, Bouillabaisse Royal, and Lobster Louis IV with tip- top taste. Inspired by the Lafayette Escadrille—a squadron of volunteer fighter pilots who fought by day and appreciated fine foods and drink at night—Robert Murray's tribute establish- ment continues with the same spirit. Perhaps most impressive is its capa- cious wine list, chosen from the best and most unique vineyards around the world. Even overly discriminating oenophiles will find something to love at the famous Mohogany Bar. 26 Cambridge Street, Burlington, 01803, 781-273-1916, cafeescadrille.com. $$$ G BAR AND KITCHEN Owner and Chef Gregg Brackman takes a minimalistic approach to his cuisine, offering simple, elegant dishes made with only the freshest ingredients. The result of his passion is a menu of mouth-watering plates with perfect flavor balance. Foodies will love the day boat and the homemade ravioli, each with a different preparation by Brackman depending on what day you stop in. The intimate dining room is the perfect backdrop for a romantic dinner or small celebration, and G Bar gives good reason to celebrate! 256 Humphrey Street, Swampscott, 01907, 781-596-2228, grestaurant.com. $$$ THE GROG RESTAURANT Named "Best Bar" by The Daily News and earning awards for "Best Burger," "Best Live Music Venue," and "Best Pub