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VICTORIA STATION & VIC’S BOATHOUSE

Victoria Station & Vic’s Boathouse is a staple on the North Shore that stands above the rest. Their panoramic waterfront dining, historic ambiance and tempting menu items have kept Vic’s a waterfront destination for over 36 years. The menu includes classic American comfort cuisine, fresh seafood, and an unlimited salad bar. Come enjoy great food and drink, live entertainment, and a slight ocean breeze!

Victoria Station, 86 Wharf Street, Salem, 978-745-3400, victoriastationsalem.com

 

OHANA – NEW AMERICAN CRUISE LINE

A diverse menu influenced by French techniques, Italian flavors, and Asian spices. We offer creative appetizers, entrees and desserts in addition to a three course Prix Fixe menu at great value. Offering both on-site and off-site catering from appetizers to entrées to desserts, we will make the perfect customized menu for you and your budget.

Ohana, 151 Main Street, Gloucester, 978-283-3200, ohanacapeann.com

 

JAPANESE CUISINE

At Maki Sushi Bar & Grill sushi is more than just dinner. An art within itself, our menu offers more than 50 delicious sushi rolls to suit any craving. Dine in tonight, you’ll never think about sushi the same way again.

Maki Sushi Bar & Grill, 43 Main Street, Peabody, 978-854-5426, makisushibar.net 

 

LOCAL FARM FRESH INGREDIENTS

Here at Scratch, We let the Farmers do the hard work. We focus on locally and regionally sourced ingredients in creating our handmade from scratch menu items. Let your taste buds be rewarded. Come taste what’s fresh really is. Serving handmade foods and craft Beers since 2011.

Scratch Kitchen, 245 Derby Street, Salem, 978-741-2442, scratchkitchensalem.com

 

CAFE PIAZZA DOLCE, WINCHESTER

Café Piazza Dolce is your premier choice for holiday parties, birthdays and catering. Their from scratch to order menu reflects the best of the old traditional fare with a modern twist such as pumpkin agnoletti with braised short rib, butternut squash ravioli, and pumpkin risotto. Dishes can be prepared to go, catering size, and even customizable menus for events. See their menu online or visit on Instagram @Cafépiazzadolce.

Café Piazza Dolce, 831 Main Street, Winchester, 781-838-6092, cafepiazzadolce.com

 

WHERE THE FOOD IS EVEN BETTER THAN THE VIEW

The original family owned restaurant since 1977, serves a wide variety of fresh seafood, Italian favorites, and wood fired pizza. The function rooms, with beautiful water views, are available for all occasions from family and office parties, to showers and weddings. The Sunday Brunch (from 11-2) was voted “Best Brunch on the North Shore.”

The Marina Restaurant & Bar at the Wharf, 543 North Shore Road, Revere, 781-629-3798, marinaatthewharf.com

 

CUISINE & SUSHI BAR

Nguyen’s offers modern Vietnamese cuisine and sushi. Enjoy our romantic candle lit dining room while trying the pho Vietnamese noodle soup or lemon grass spiced sirloin steak. Make it a night to remember at Nguyen’s.
Nguyen’s Vietnamese Cuisine & Sushi Bar, 286 Humphrey Street, Swampscott, 781-592-0047, nguyenscuisine.com

 

FINZ SEAFOOD & GRILL

Surrounded on three sides by windows that overlook the Salem Harbor, offering waterfront dining on our seasonal patio. Featuring fresh seafood brought in daily, raw bar, full grill menu and a private 2nd floor function room to host events from 30-110. Open 7 days a week, 11:30 to midnight. Reservations accepted.

Finz Seafood & Grill, 76 Wharf Street, Salem, 978-744-0000, hipfinz.com

 

HOLY WHANNOLI®

It’s a whoopie pie and a cannoli…the one and only! Come try our famous Whannoli® with a cup of artisan coffee! The award winning Topsfield Bakeshop has a new retail space on Main Street in Topsfield! Cakes, pastries, catering, kids birthday parties and classes. Come see what everyone is talking about!  Gluten free options also available.

Topsfield Bakeshop home of the Whoo(pie) Wagon, 42 Main Street, Topsfield, 978-887-0795, topsfieldbakeshop.com

 

IPSWICH CLAMBAKE COMPANY

Are you planning a special event for friends, family or coworkers? Ipswich Clambake Company isn’t just for clambakes and BBQ’s, we cater all year round. Call our sales team to help create the perfect menu for your gathering. We pride ourselves in quality food, service and competitive pricing. Make your party one to remember. Call to reserve your date today!

Ipswich Clambake Company, 196 High Street, Ipswich, 978-356-2050, ipswichclambake.com

 

62 RESTAURANT & BAR

62 Restaurant & Bar is a neighborhood Italian restaurant serving authentic versions of regional Italian classics in downtown Salem’s Pickering Wharf. The cooking at 62 shows true soul and a deep commitment to the “craft” of cooking. Escape to an evening of great food and drink and tell your friends “Meet me at 62!”

62 Restaurant & Bar, 62 Wharf Street, Salem, 978-774-0062, 62restaurant.com

 

D’AMICI’S BAKERY

D’Amici’s Bakery is the North Shore’s premier bakery for great custom cakes, as well as many delicious products like pies, pastries, cookies, breads and more. All locations feature seating and delicious unique sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, and a variety of hot and cold coffee based craft beverages as well as fresh fruit smoothies.

Visit a location near you – Melrose, Reading, and 2 in Lynn! D’Amici’s Bakery, damicis.com

 

IL TRAMEZZINO PLACE

Il Tramezzino place offers the freshest and finest ingredients in all our dishes. Soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, and homemade pasta dishes. Offering dinners to go and catering. From lobster ravioli to bindi desserts. Come and sit in our patio and enjoy our Crema Caffe, a refreshing creamy espresso drink exclusive to Il Tramezzino Place. Free Delivery.

Il Tramezzino Place, 100 Cummings Center – 127Q, Beverly, 978-922-7007, iltramezzinoplace.com, eatiltramezzinoplace@gmail.com

 

NEW ENLAND’S BEST SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE

It’s a standard we work to achieve, scratch kitchen to the front of the house …everyday. It’s our seafood heritage spanning four generations. We’re early to the docks so the best of the day’s catch goes to us, then to you…within hours! Ours is authentic, classic New England seafood and creative daily specials. Announcing our Lyceum Hall’s 2nd Floor transformation for celebrations, meetings, and events.   

Turner’s Seafood at Lyceum Hall, Salem, 978-745-7665, Turner’s Grill & Market, Melrose, 781-662-0700, turners-seafood.com

 

SEA LEVEL OYSTER BAR

Finz Seafood and Grill owner George Carey has opened a second location in the city just steps from his first. Sea Level Oyster Bar is Salem’s only restaurant to boast an indoor outdoor bar providing amazing views, the freshest seafood, gourmet pizza, and an amazing beer selection. Come down to Pickering Wharf to see what all the buzz is about!

Sea Level Oyster Bar, 94 Wharf Street, Salem, 978-741-0555, sealeveloysterbar.com

 

I DREAM OF JEANNE CAKES

Let I dream of Jeanne Cakes make every celebration sweeter with our delicious cakes, cupcakes, and desserts. For all of the treats that you have come to know and love – visit us at our new location in Tewksbury or follow us on facebook.

I Dream of Jeanne Cakes, 2144 Main Street, Tewksbury, 978-869-6013, jtcakes.com

 

LUNA ROSSA

Voted the best Italian Restaurant in the Merrimack Valley, Luna Rossa has been serving authentic Italian food for over 18 years. You’ll find many Italian classics on the menu or prepared as Daily Specials, from homemade Gnocchi and Arancini, to Osso Bucco and Bistecca Florentina. The go-to place for a great Italian meal with family and friends. Warmth, affordability, and zero pretention are always in style at Luna Rossa!

Luna Rossa, 1699 Shawsheen Street, Tewksbury, 978-851-9282, lunarossa-restaurant.com

 

BEST DINER!

Multiple year recipient of the BONS and Reader’s Choice Awards for best breakfast and lunch on the North Shore. We strive at keeping food simple, fresh, and providing our guests with exceptional service. Open 7 days a week from 6a.m. to 3p.m. with breakfast being served all day! Be sure to ask for our Greek and American Lunch Specials.

Depot Diner, 23 Enon Street, Beverly, 978-922-6200, depot-diner.com