Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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82 | AUGUST 2015 nshoremag.com DINE SUSHI OPUS Once again, Opus earns the badge for best sushi—and we (happily) did the research to be absolutely certain the claim still holds true. It's how impossibly fresh it is that wins our favor—melt-in-the-mouth, simply divine fresh. They buy their fish from Gloucester's Halibut Jack as well as North Coast Fisheries and True World Foods. "While North Coast and True World are larger companies, we work closely with our contacts there to purchase as much local seafood as possible, and will adjust our menu accordingly; we also visit their operations on a regular basis. Chef Nori is quite picky and has a great eye for fish." And it shows. All the classics are on the menu, as well as a number of twists like the Tuna Bagel, Shaggy Dog, and Black Widow—all of which are on the must-try list. They also serve a nice selection of ve- gan, vegetarian, and gluten-free prepara- tions. Of note: In May, Opus ran a special Nepal Roll, the proceeds of which went to the World Food Program's efforts in earthquake-stricken Nepal. 87 Washington St., Salem, 978-744-9600, salemopus.com R E A D E R S' C H O I C E K A M E 250 Cabot St., Beverly, 978-922-9333, kamerestaurant.com THAI ROYAL ORCHID For the second year in a row, Royal Orchid charms with a winning combina- tion of warm service, super-fresh food and gorgeous presentation, from the roses made with straw paper decorating drinks to the roses made from carrots garnishing plates. Staff seem genuinely glad to see you and will work hard to accommodate every guest, charming small children and reas- suring adults with food allergies. The food is light, freshly prepared, and deeply fla- photograph by Anthony Tieuli Opus