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Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
I like sitting at the bar in Neptunes in Boston. Mare was okay, too, if they didn't have the neon pink wall. Outside of Providence, though, I highly recommend http://www.dewolftavern.com/
Cook the Book: 'The Young Man and the Sea'
I love a combination of fish and shellfish. This one is called Moqueca Capixaba, a Brazilian stew:
http://www.writingwithmymouthfull.com/2007/05/07/cod-and-shrimp-stew-recipe/
Serious Eats Basics: Braising
Mmmm I did my own version http://pabulum.ext212.com/?p=716 SO good and easy! Thanks!
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Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
I second what jayfallon says about the Back Bay with one totally worthy exception: L'Espalier. If it's restaurant week, why not? It's totally fancy french and totally astounding. I loved it. Then to walk off all that butter take the Harvard bridge across the river and go to Toscanini's in Cambridge for some ice cream. Gus there will treat you right. Replace that butter with some Guinness ice cream! Good luck!
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
You MUST MUST MUST go to East Coast Grill in Cambridge. It's one of my favorite places in the area and I would go back just to eat there. Incredibly fresh and delicious seafood, great BBQ, wonderful, friendly service, fun, lively atmosphere. Should not be missed.
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
I cannot recommend Eclano highly enough, I go every restaurant week.
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
If you're willing to cross the Charles river, there are some excellent, and reasonably priced places in Cambridge.
- East Coast Grill - BBQ, delicious sea food, and fun vibe
- Oleana - fresh local food with a Turkish/Middle Eastern spice too it. An amazing patio out back if the weather is good
- Punjabi Dhaba - really authentic tasty Indian (and cheap!)
- The Helmand - delicious Afghani
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
Thanks for all the great suggestions. I can't wait to try some of these restaurants.
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
In Newport, Tucker's Bistro. Ate there once while on vacation and had not a single complaint. Very cozy outdoor eating area. Had a very tasty roasted chicken breast with whiskey sauce over sauteed greens and bacon fingerling potatoes. Mmmm...
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
Have a look at my post on the North End:
http://offthebroiler.wordpress.com/2006/06/17/new-england-dining-bostons-north-end/
and Daily Catch:
http://offthebroiler.wordpress.com/2006/06/15/new-england-dining-the-daily-catch-boston/
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
The problem in Boston is that you have cheap/bad and expensive/good as options but little middle ground, unless you like expensive/bad, which there's a plenty. Neptune Oyster is good, plus you're right in the North End so you can walk around discovering foodie place before and after your meal. Helmand is very good Afghani food, but there is nothing else at it's location and it requires a cab ride to and fro.
There are a couple of place in the South End that are worth visiting: B&G Oysters, Masa and Pho Republique, my favorite Vietnamese place, which can be more bar than restaurant at times, but a relaxing place for a drink.
The Back Bay is full of national/regional chains that will gladly take your money in exchange for bland, dull and uninspiring.
The No Name Restaurant is a great place for an inexpensive seafood dinner. Bring your Depends if you plan on visiting Anthony's Pier Cuatro.
All in all, I'm sure you'll have a great time and find some interesting foods to eat. Don't forget about Chinatown, there's good Dim Sum and some non-gringo menus out there.
Restaurants in Charlestown/Newport, RI & Boston
Tresca in the North End is excellent high end Italian -it's pricey, so go during restaurant week. (actually, they always have a 4 course "tasting menu", I think it is $65 per person and an additional $40 to match wine with each course) . They'll be booked, so get a reservation early. Ask for the table for two that looks over Hanover St., it has been called "the most romantic table in Boston". http://www.trescanorthend.com
Cook the Book: 'The Young Man and the Sea'
Large fresh sweet scallops in brown buter.
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