Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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37 JUNE + JULY 2018 PHOTOGRAPH BY JOEL LAINO 2 School St., Marblehead, 781-631-5550, 5cornerskitchen.com e Barnacle A salty place touted as the oldest family owned restaurant in historic Marblehead. What started as a clam shack is now famous for the rogue waves that splash up on the deck, which go great with scallops and white wine. 141 Front St., 781-631-4236, thebarnaclerestaurant.net Soall Bistro In this unlikely location, you'll find chefs exploring the nexus traditional Vietnamese cuisine and modern cooking. Street style captures the essence of the Vietnam- ese food culture. 10 Bessom St., 781-990-1233, soallbistro.com e Landing Restaurant Located on historic Marblehead Harbor, this neighborhood staple is re-opening its doors this June after suffering severe weather damage from this past winter's storms. Stop in for fresh local produce and freshly caught local fish and seafood with amazing views. 81 Front St., 781-639-1266, thelandingrestaurant.com Superfine Superfine Food Marblehead's menu features favorites from the original location in Manchester-by-the-Sea, as well as a more expanded entrée offering. e Fork Yeah! section includes hearty dishes, such as steak frites, herb roasted half chicken and rigatoni Bolognese. is location also features a weekend brunch, serving up breakfast classics like stuffed French toast and blueberry pancakes to nouveau nosh like avocado toast and breakfast bowls. 126 Washington St., superfinefood.com LIVE + PLAY Marblehead Museum e Jeremiah Lee Mansion, Marblehead History Archives, and the G.A.R. Civil War Museum are all part of the Marblehead Museum's exceptional collection of places, artifacts, documents, and photographs that span five centuries of Marblehead history. 170 Washington St., 781-631-1768, marbleheadmuseum.org Marblehead Festival of the Arts Taking place June 30 through July 4 with an annual Champagne Reception kicking it off on June 24 at Fort Sewall, this is the oldest arts festival in the country, featuring paintings, music, film, theater, and much more. marbleheadfestival.org Marblehead Arts Association Now in its 10th decade, the Marblehead Arts Association (MAA) is located in the historic King Hooper Mansion. From a drawing boot camp to portrait drop-ins for members and non-members, check their summer schedule of classes. Be sure to also look for the summer member exhibition. Admission to the galleries is free and open to the public. 8 Hooper St., 781-631-2608, marbleheadarts.org Fort Sewall First established in 1644, the fort's greatest moment in history was in 1814 when the U.S. Navy's Constitution, being chased by two British frigates, escaped into Marblehead Harbor under the protection of the fort's guns. Today it is open to the public as community parkland and provides spectacular views of Marblehead Harbor, Cape Ann, offshore islands, and the Atlantic. Front St. Abbot Hall is historic Town Hall building not only houses e Spirit of '76 painting, but also WPA murals and a maritime exhibition. 188 Washington St. Harbor Light Inn A warm and noble place to visit and stay with 18th century architecture and character furnishings located in the heart of Marblehead's harbor district. 58 Washington St., 781-631-2186, St. harborlightinn.com Patriotic Painting THE SPIRIT OF '76 (C. 1875) BY ARCHIBALD MACNEAL WILLARD HANGS IN MARBLEHEAD'S ABBOTT HALL. FUN FACT Soall Bistro