I agree if you are going to pick a chain type restaurant I would go to NYAJ's over the 99. I have a friend who loves the 99 and I am sick to death of that place and the food is just barely passable. JMO.

I do love the bread and olive oil dip at NYAJ's and, even though we don't go there too often it usually doesn't disappoint. I've only been to Beverly though.

Enjoy your dinner.

No idea. But that guy that is on Flipping Boston is a part owner of Prime so it's getting quite a bit of publicity.

I live in the area, but stay closer to home for a roast beef sandwich since there are three places that have them in my area.

Let us know if you try it.

Intermission Tavern on Tremont Street? I have only been there for a dinner after a comedy show at the Wilbur, but it was good and I didn't think too pricey.

We sat at the bar. I would go back if I was in that area for a show again.

You would have to check to see if they do lunch. I don't know.

I know my daughter in her teen years loved Fire & Ice. We had her birthday there one year and she had a great time.

Davio's in Foxborough is offering a prix fixe menu together with their regular menu from noon until 7PM.

Peabody is going to be partnering with Silverbrook Farm from Dartmouth this season for residents to have the opportunity to join a CSA, It does not indicate whether it's limited to Peabody residents only and I wouldn't think it should be. It also doesn't indicate how many shares they are selling.

From what I understand there are two informational seminars tonight one at the West Branch Library and one at the Main Library. I know the Main Library's time for this seminar is 6:30PM.

You could probably call the library for more specifics about the program.

I think the concept is a good one, but whether it works out the way it was designed is something else altogether.

As far as the poster who make the comment about people and their EBT cards, it was always my understanding, having volunteered at a food pantry for many years, that you cannot use your EBT card for take-out food so they will still have to shop and cook at home unless they sell it on the street for cash to use for their other vices which some of them certainly manage to do.

I also read the Globe article today about TJ's, but it seems some in the community where they plan to locate are not too receptive. Also a good concept, but will it work?

Pellana, Peabody.

We went in October and yes, they were homemade and served warm. So good.

If you end up at Intermission Tavern and get a sandwich or burger get their chips.

I second Intermission Tavern. Just a little dive, we sat at the bar, but the food was good. We actually went after a show at the Wilbur and the place was packed.

I don't know your definition of casual, but IT is certainly casual.

I'm not that impressed with Henry's. Yes, they have a great selection and everything sounds delicious, but I think their food is lacking in flavor.

Granted I haven't been there is sometime, but they don't hold that much appeal for me. Perhaps, things have changed. I also find them pricey especially when I get something home and it's just so-so.

But let us know what you found to be good. I might give it another try.

Danversport Yacht Club is just your big box function center. They do have a restaurant, but I have never seen it used for a wedding.

I am not sure where the Peabody Museum Farm is in Peabody. I know we have Smith Barn at Brooksby Farm that people love, but you need to supply everything I believe. There's the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem. They may do wedding receptions.

Tupper Manor in Beverly at the campus of Endicott College is lovely.

Good luck and Congrats!!

We went once when it first opened and we never went back even though it's fairly close to our house. We don't even have to go on Rt. 1 we can go back roads and we won't go again.

There are much better pizzas in the area.

We also have been to all three. I Pazzi was decent, but I haven't been there in some time so I can't comment about how it is now.

9 Elm is small and the tables are close together. I have always have a good meal there. The menu is somewhat limited for choices. Ask for a table against the wall. You usually need reservations if you are going on a weekend.

Blue Ox is great. We have been there several times. We went there NYE (they offered their regular menu) and it was busy, but we had no complaints with the service or food. We prefer to sit against a wall there also since it is also close quarters. Reservations are usually needed there too.

I imagine it depends on what you are looking for food wise, atmosphere wise and price wise.

Enjoy and let us know where you decide if you get a chance.

Perhaps gourmet might be the wrong word, but it was not our definition of hash. It had sauteed, onions and peppers in it. When we saw the description we thought (should have asked) if it was small pieces and the above onions and pepper and as I recall they were larger. Anyway, I had a bite and didn't eat anymore. Luckily there were four of us in the party so two of the other people liked it.

JMO and personal taste....not saying it was bad. Just not what I consider "hash".

We enjoyed the Wenham Tea House and when the shop is open, there is some nice browsing.

My only comment would be the hash, it was a bit more "gourmet" than we are use to having. But everything was good and service was attentive although the tables are quite close together. Definitely make reservations.

Enjoy!

Check open table. They usually have a listing of restaurants that are open on different holidays.

I'm not recommending this but The Brickyard on Main Street in Woburn has varied reviews. It might be too loud for you, but my daughter ate there and can only recommend the burgers.

Other people in the area may have a better review of this place since mine is second hand information.

Wrentham has a terrible food court and so does the new Merrimack NH outlets. Last time we went to Merrimack, I had a blizzard from Dairy Queen instead of bothering with the food court food.

I believe I was told NE Meat Market in Peabody sold it. You would have to call to verify.

I know I can google it, but sometimes hearing it from someone who actually saw it or tried it is better. Thanks.

Gee thanks, I know I can google it, but sometimes it's better to hear from someone who actually saw it or was daring enough to try it.

So far it has been a terrible weather year for the fair so none of us will be attending. Sorry I will miss the Deep Fried Koolaid. Was there really such a thing or are you kidding us?

Thanks, got the Groupon. Must have missed it earlier.

Thanks for the review Blue Magic. I was curious about Maggie's Farm. Sounds wonderful.

I agree with the Market Basket recommendation. We usually get most of the birthday cakes there and have never been disappointed. We get a marble birthday cake generally just to please everyone.

I have only been once, but I had the opposite experience. I had a clam roll and the clams were very light and tasty, not greasy, but as you can see from my previous post that was one of the warm days in March when we took the Mini Cooper out for a drive.

I have been anxious to go back, but I wanted to wait until the summer season was over since I thought it would be too crowded for my liking.

Sorry you didn't have a good experience.

Awful, the last time I went....years ago.

By the sounds of your post you don't want to travel too far.

But if its a nice day and you're up for a ride Bob Lobster in Newbury right before Plum Island has delicious fried clams. Not greasy and generous servings.

If you search this board, you will see recent postings. Enjoy!!