Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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NORTHSHOREMAG.COM 206 AUGUST 2018 mingle PHOTOGRAPH BY DOUG LEVY wine barrels give this Italian restaurant serving up Tuscan cuisine "an elegant barn feel" that's perfect for couples. INSIDER TIP: Have a special request? L'Andana is happy to oblige, even if it isn't on the menu. FUN FACT: The suburban restau- rant keeps beehives on the roof, which produce about 15 gallons of honey a year, inspiring a num- ber of menu items. 86 Cambridge St., Burlington, 781-270-0100, landanagrill.com READERS' CHOICE OPUS, SALEM STANDOUT: Opus wins BONS year after year—and there is a reason: cool vibe, incredible craft cocktails, and delicious light bites make this a perfect spot to impress your partner. 87 Washington St, Salem, 978- 744-9600, salemopus.com F I R S T D A T E EDITORS' CHOICE DUCKWORTH'S BISTROT, GLOUCESTER STANDOUT QUALITIES: In the heart of East Gloucester Square sits this French-in- spired café serving up imagi- native, locally sourced dishes that utilize the local waters and New England farms. INSIDER TIP: Diners can choose any one of the restaurant's en- trees as an appetizer to further expand chef Ken Duckworth's theme of variety. FUN FACT: Twenty wines are With its incredibly cool vibe, craft cocktails, and delicious light bites, there's a reason Opus wins BONS year after year.