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Any word on Grass Fed in JP?
Grass Fed has been packed every time I've driven past. Anyone had a chance to check it out?
Recomendations of a bar with above average food to watch the BCS football championship?
I just realized I can't watch the LSU/Bama game b/c I don't have cable TV. I think I'm panicking and drawing a blank on ideas of where to go. I'd like a comfortable place with above average food. The key is they need to have the sound on. Ideally it would not be a sports bar. Suggestions are welcome. JP area would be great but I can travel. Thanks in advance.
Looking for an excellent & adventurous tasting menu at a excellent but casual restaurant?
Ko is definitely a great option. I have a date that is more than a week away so I'm going to be trying for a reservation but I'd like to consider other places.
Looking for an excellent & adventurous tasting menu at a excellent but casual restaurant?
I'm looking for a Sunday evening so it looks like Roberta's is out. I was definitely considering WD-50. I read a few critical reviews recently and wasn't sure if it was still worth it.
Looking for an excellent & adventurous tasting menu at a excellent but casual restaurant?
Thanks for this suggestion. I'd overlooked this option.
Looking for an excellent & adventurous tasting menu at a excellent but casual restaurant?
We have a foodie friend coming to town. We're looking for a place that has an excellent tasting menu in the $100-200/person range. We'd like somewhere nice with excellent food but not stuffy. We're more downtown/brooklyn than uptown. That being said we're open on location. Basically looking for upscale tasting menu in a fun atmosphere. We like adventurous food. Modernist is great.
Recommendations for old school/divey/gritty Boston spots - restaurants and bars (w/ or w/o food)
Trying to get off the beaten path with a couple of guests coming into town. I'd like to show them some of old school Boston. Looking for recs for old school/divey/gritty Boston spots. They don't have to be divey or gritty, really looking for a strong sense of place that might make up for shortcomings (if any) in the food. The two places I have on the tentative list are Rinos and Bell Isle Seafood. Thanks in advance.
Island Creek Oyster Rec's
Gotta get some Island Creeks. I go often and used always try to include several varieties but the Island Creeks are so good I feel it's just a waste to try anything else. The tuna tartare and the fluke tartare apps are excellent however the tuna wasn't on the menu this Wednesday. The scallops are always excellent.
2011 el bulli reservations
I also used bulli@elbulli.com. In my email I simply gave a few details about both of us, where we where from, etc, I just made an effort to put a person with the name. Nothing long or desperate. I think we just got lucky.
2011 el bulli reservations
Just wanted to thank everyone here for advice, especially Beleac. 5 days ago I was preparing for a next day departure to Barcelona. I was interested in dining at El Bulli but had written it off as impossible. After reading this thread, I sent a nice personal email with info about myself and wife and requested a reservation if there were any cancelations during the next 5 days. To my surprise I received a personal email back telling me that they would let me know if something came up. A few days later, Sunday, I arrived at my hotel from a day of sight seeing and was handed a envelope from the desk - inside was a telephone message from El Bulli. I quickly check my email and found a message confirming my reservation for Tuesday night!!! We rented a car, booked a hotel in Roses and headed out on Tuesday morning. The meal was amazing. So thanks again! And to anyone else who's interested, it is possible. I'll follow up with additional info on the meal.
Oysters on the half shell in Oyster Bay?
Not technically the right board but I thought it may be the best place for an answer. Looking for a casual oyster bar in the Oyster Bay area. Having trouble with searches b/c of the name issue. Fresh oysters and laid back atmosphere is what I'd like. Thanks!
Raw oysters near Oyster Bay , Long Island
looking for a casual oyster bar in the Oyster Bay area. Having trouble with searches b/c of the name issue. Fresh oysters and laid back atmosphere is what I'd like. Thanks!
Maine Oysters
Planning a last minute weekend trip north from Boston toward Camden. Looking for recommendations for very casual spots for oysters on the southern to mid Maine coast.
Based on an article in the NYTimes - a stop at Glidden Point Oyster Sea Farm seems fun. They also suggest Damariscotta River Grill and King Eider’s Pub in the Damariscotta area.
We're very interested in suggestions for other places up the coast - toward Rockland, Camden, Belfast.
Any recommendations for casual fare would be appreciated. A shellfish allergy means no lobster so mollusks and fish are the order of the day.
Thanks.
Local flavor, real deal, one hit wonders, down scale, no reservations, hole-in-the-wall in Boston area…
I’m a fairly recent immigrant to the Boston area and New England in general. I have a couple of friends coming in for a visit from Houston and I’m looking for some recommendations. They’re foodies and particularly enjoy downscale local places that have a lot of atmosphere. Definitely nothing fancy. Places with a lot of history are great but local ethnic spots that are simple and real are also in order. Anthony Bourdain “No Reservations” type places, etc.
Two places that I’m thinking of so far (that I’ve found on Chowhound) are Floating Rock and Daily Catch in the North End. If what I’m talking about makes any sense and you get what I’m talking about, I’d really appreciate a recommendation or two. Thanks.
Oysters in Seattle?
Rather than start a new thread I'll ask here... Where are the recommended places to buy fresh unshucked oysters for preparation at home? I know you can get them at Pike Market. Are there any other places? I'll be staying in Ballard and am also planning lots of day trips so I'm willing to go out of the way. I'd love to find a local source!
Cape Cod Seaside Bar w. Oysters and other recs.
My husband and I are in Cape Cod just for one day tomorrow. We're going to drive around and explore between Hyannis and Provincetown. Primarily, we're looking for a local (not fancy) bar, ideally on the seaside (but I know the two don't always go together) that has fresh oysters.
Any other great local, affordable recommendations would be amazing. Great ice cream would be nice. I saw that Sundae School Ice Cream is recommended...any others in other towns?
Last minute request for harbor side drinks in Hyannis
Drove in to Hyannis this afternoon to meet my father-in-law who is here for a conference. We're eating at the Naked Oyster tonight but got here early to beat the traffic. Heading out to walk around and we're wondering if any can give a last second rec for a place to get a good cocktail and people watch. Thanks.
Heading North and looking for local spots...
First summer living in Boston and my wife and I are planning a road trip up to Montreal. We're headed North with our car, tent and bicycles. The route isn’t set and I’m looking for help. I've posted on the New England thread but I thought it would be great to get a perspective from the other direction. Recommendations to any place along the way including Montreal and Quebec City are welcome.
We’re open to all suggestions but we are NOT looking for high end dining - great deals are good, inexpensive is great. We’re open to anything – we especially enjoy the outdoors (outside dining on picnic tables!), off-the-beaten-path, the weird and the unusual. Not looking for anything fancy, in fact just the opposite. Think Anthony Bourdain type of local spots - places that might have one great item on the menu and a lot of local flavor – local ethnic food, great dive bars, etc. Although I'll be touring, we don't feel like we have to do all the Montreal institutions. We'd rather enjoy a neighborhood eatery or bar. I'm a big fan of restaurants/bars with outdoor areas with games - pétanque anyone?
Suggestions on places to visit, places to stay, and places car camp are more than welcome (great secluded car camping spots would be especially helpful). Links to other threads are also helpful. I’m just starting my research so I’m sure I’ll find lots of good threads (this is my first visit to the Quebec Board and I've already seen a couple of very informative ones on) to help but I thought I’d get this one out there. Thank you in advance.
If Anthony Bourdain were taking a road trip from Boston to Montreal...
First summer living in Boston and my wife and I are planning a road trip up to Montreal – New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine are all on the table. The route isn’t set and I’m looking for help. Recommendations to any place along the way including Montreal are welcome.
We’re open to all suggestions but we are NOT looking for high end dining - great deals are good, inexpensive is great. Let's put the Chow back in Chowhound. We’re open to anything – we especially enjoy the outdoors (outside dining on picnic tables!), off-the-beaten-path, the weird and the unusual. Not looking for anything fancy, in fact just the opposite. Think Anthony Bourdain type of local spots that might have one great item on the menu and a lot of local flavor – run down seafood shacks, great dive bars, etc.
Suggestions on places to visit, places to stay, and places car camp are more than welcome (great secluded car camping spots would be especially helpful). Links to other threads are also helpful. I’m just starting my research so I’m sure I’ll find lots of good theads to help but I thought I’d get this one out there. Thank you in advance.
New Yorker looking for quintissential Boston Cheap Eats
The banh mi at Super 88 is ok but doesn't touch Ban Mi Saigon. Lets keep things real.
Boston area beer gardens, patio bars, outdoor games?
wish I would have known before I moved here. lame!
Boston area beer gardens, patio bars, outdoor games?
I'm looking for suggestions on Boston area beer gardens / patio bars. Something like Zeitgeist in San Francisco - picnic tables in a back yard kind of thing, NOT upscale, NOT streetside, something with a relatively large space would be ideal. Searching around, I've seen Charlie's Kitchen as a possibility but the outdoor area seems pretty small.
Also wondering about any bars with outdoor games - horse shoes, bocce / pétanque, or the like.
Cheers
best place for food & beer
What I think he means are American made craft beers that are pushing the boundaries - high alcohol (9-12%), double/triple IPAs, imperial stouts, unusual ingredients, etc.
You should definitely consider Publick House. One advantage is that two other places run by the same owner are near by - Publick House Provisions (excellent beer selection focused on Belgians ...if you want to buy some beer to take home) and the Road House. The Road House is a BBQ joint that has had some real problems with their food but they have an excellent selection of very high quality American craft beers on draft.
Taiwan Cafe Menu Suggestions
I'm planning on making another trip to Taiwan Cafe and I'm looking for dish suggestions. I'm going with a small group so we can try more things.
I found one recommendation for the Beef with Horn Peppers in the boards. I really enjoyed the Squid with Basil (Three Cups Squid?).
Any other suggestions from Taiwan Cafe fans?
Weekend visitors in search of dinner...
Any more specifics on the type of places you're looking for?
Neptune: gorgeous place without being stuffy with excellent food.
Eastern Standard: Skip it. Good food but not great and not a particularly interesting place.
O Ya: if your looking to have an amazing experience and are willing to blow a lot of cash.
Daily Catch in the North End is another fun and delicious place without being formal.
Butcher Shop is a nice wine bar with small plates if you want to see the South End. I often combine a visit to the Butcher Shop with B&G Oyster across the street (B&G is very similar to Neptune but not as good.)
These two threads are excellent places to get some ideas...
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/506024
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/582364
Casual with lots of atmosphere for out-of-town family with kids?
Many thanks for the suggestions. Here's what I'm thinking right now.
Daily Catch - North End
Taiwan Cafe - Chinatown
Deluxe Town Diner - Watertown
Maybe...
Union Oyster House or Durgin Park
Pico or Joe V's (I live in the South End)
Pizzeria Regina
Suggestions for any other "atmosphere-heavy" places that aren't total tourist traps would be great.
Casual with lots of atmosphere for out-of-town family with kids?
Several members of my family (3 adults and 2 children – ages 5 & 7) are coming to Boston for a visit. I haven’t been in the city for very long so I’m looking for a few recommendations. I’d like to err on the side of a fun/interesting atmosphere rather than the absolute best food if that choice must be made. They’re all from small town Louisiana, so I’d like to take them to lively places that aren’t stuffy.
Something in the North End (with pizza as an option for the kids), a seafood place, and Chinatown are all on the list. I recently went to Taiwan Café and loved it so I’m planning a family style dinner there for one evening. Any recommendations for the North End? Looking for causal places with lots of “Boston” atmosphere…
Suggestions are much appreciated.
Daytrips from Tampa (Lutz) area? Dives, Shacks, etc.
I’m headed down to the Tampa area to visit in-laws for the Holidays and I’m looking for a few suggestions for day-trips. Combination food and destination type things within about a 2 hour drive in any direction.
I’m open to anything fun but enjoy the outdoors, off-the-beaten-path, weird and unusual. I’m not looking for anything fancy, in fact just the opposite. More Anthony Bourdain / Diners & Dives type of local spots that might have one item on the menu and a lot of local flava – run down seafood shacks etc. Suggestions or directions to other threads are most welcome. Thank you in advance.
P.S. A google search pulled up a Diners, Drive-ins and Dives suggestion for the grilled octopus at Keegan's. Do the locals concur?
P.S.S. I'm considering a daytrip to the Homosassa / Chassahowitza / Crystal
River area so suggestions in that area would be great.
Seeking heavy duty 16 oz (US) pint glasses...
I'm looking for some heavy duty 16 oz pint glasses for my home. The kind used at bars to serve beer - the straight-sided versions, not the imperial pint style. The last few versions I've purchased were thin walled and didn't take much abuse. I'm sure the commercial versions are much tougher. Just wondering if anyone has a suggestion of a particular brand or online vendor. Thanks
