We stopped by Sala for dinner during Dine Out week, but ended up going with their taste of Sala…read more4-course meal option instead. The portions were good and the timing of the food was spaced out nicely. I enjoyed the beef carpaccio, bao buns, kimchi fried rice, and creme brûlée. Good price for what you get.

Tried Sala Restobar in Beverly and overall it was a pretty underwhelming experience…read more We started with drinks -- I ordered a piña colada expecting it to be blended, but it came unblended. Nothing on the menu or from the server mentioned that, which was disappointing right away. When I told the server I didn't like it and wanted something else, he literally tilted his head and said, "ummm what do I tell the bartender?" That honestly rubbed me the wrong way -- just felt unprofessional and awkward. Jenny got a tequila cosmo, which was fine, nothing special. Food-wise, everything was just average. The bao buns were overcooked and the bun fell apart, though the flavor was decent. The pineapple fried rice was probably the best thing we had, but even that was just okay. We also had dumplings -- Jenny liked them, but I thought they were just alright. Dessert was the biggest miss. The blueberry cobbler was not good at all -- maybe a 3/10 at best. One thing that really didn't sit right was when we asked to split the tasting menu and were told no. That doesn't make much sense -- if people want to share, especially for a tasting menu, it should be allowed. Overall, nothing stood out in a good way, and between the service and the food, solid ambiance , it just wasn't a great experience.

This place is nothing to look at outside. It has scaffolding up and has a very bright yellow…read moreawning. A few street parking spots but it's across from a lot so it wasn't hard to get a spot. 6:30 on a Friday but we were easy able to get a table for 2. The place was fairly busy with multiple parties of 6 but service was speedy. Right away we had water and mocktails on our table. I tried the hibiscus Havana and it was great. Super refreshing and light. It tastes of ginger beer and hibiscus with lime. The not so great tapas we had was the mushroom strudel. The texture was pasty and it tasted like dirt and oysters. It's probably just us but we did not like it at all. The other one that was just ok was the croquetas. They taste pretty good but the filling is quite pasty. We did order the patatas bravas which came out undercooked and we sent them back. Now the good...we had the pan con tomate, always a staple and it didn't disappoint. Fresh tomato with olive oil on a crispy baguette. The Chicken empanadas are so flavorful and the sauce is awesome. The star of the night though was churrasquito, short rib steak, with chimichurri. It was divine. Would defiantly go back and get that again. Overall survive is so quick and friendly. There was live music which was nice and an easy in and out experience

Took my parents here for a Sunday dinner and it was an absolute home run! We ordered the Pan de…read moreCasa, Pan con Tomate, Dátiles, Albondigas, Croquetas de Jamon, Solomillo, and Churros for dessert and honestly every single dish was a winner. The pacing was perfect. Every 5-10 minutes a new dish would arrive, which made the whole meal feel like a fun, festive experience. No long waits, no awkward gaps, just great food flowing steadily to the table. The Pan de Casa and Albondigas were the clear crowd favorites. My parents are in their 60s and adventurous eaters, and they were absolutely blown away. My dad couldn't stop raving about the meatballs! A huge shoutout to Kayla, our server, who was attentive, warm, and made the whole evening feel special. Sunday is a great night to go, relaxed vibe, great service, and the kitchen is clearly on point. T'ahpas 529 is a gem in Melrose. We will absolutely be back!

We've been here several times over the years, and our review is consistently 5-star. Started with a…read moreBroken Rake and a pineapple hard seltzer, and enjoyed the complimentary fresh bread and special Greek spread, solid! We both got the veal short ribs Stifado, so good! Big chunks of tender veal in the most aromatic sauce. Sweet onions carrots and fresh arancini balls finish this dish. Service excellent from Gabi, very knowledgeable on the menu items. AAA+++ thank you!

Another great meal at our favorite restaurant, Ithaki in Peabody. We went for the Tuesday Dollar…read moreOysters and stayed for two main courses we had never tried: Whole Boneless Branzino and Mushroom Pappardelle. Both dishes were extraordinary. The fish was beautifully cooked and seasoned, accompanied by dandelion greens and mashed potatoes. The Pappardelle was served with a variety of mushrooms in a creamy sauce (which I drank with zest). We shared a bottle of La Crema Chardonnay. For dessert, we enjoyed the Galactobouriko and the Limoncello Cake, both among our favorites. We were well served by Kris, who gave us attentive and leisurely service. Once again, we left totally satisfied and can't wait for the next adventure.

stopped in for lunch on father's day. restaurant had a father's day menu which we did not…read moreanticipate. ordered a chicken sandwich and flatbread. flatbread was decent. flavor is on the sweeter side but overall was tasty. the chicken sandwich was. to the best. the chicken breast was thicker on one side and was not consistently cooked. it was also just slightly warmer than room temperature. the bottom bun was absolutely soggy. i'm gong to guess the sandwich sat there waiting for the flatbread so they could serve it together.

We came in for drinks only. Great selection of beer and bourbon. I wish they had Berry Truly. The…read moreseltzer they had was meh. Our waitress was pleasant but not very organized. We sat at the tables with the green chairs. Very comfortable. This place is a nice change from the sports bar in the past.

I enjoyed Luna Mare. My boyfriend and I order three small plates (tuna crudo, lamb lollipops, and…read morebriam) and shared the half paella for dinner. It was the perfect amount of food for us. The pistachio baklava was delicious, but it was very very sweet! Our waiter, Seamus was very attentive and friendly. He mentioned that the paella was spicy and we were able to change it to a mild flavor. It was really nice of him to mention that to us since it wasn't listed on the menu that the paella would be spicy.

Luna Mare Cuisine has opened in the former Brown Square Bistro in Ipswich. They also operate Ithaki…read moreMediterranean Restaurant in Peabody. The place was redone and the atmosphere is casual modern upscale with the bar/lounge area to the right side and dining rooms to the left side. There is also outdoor patio seating. The menu offers Mediterranean fare including tapas/mezze, charcuterie, large plates (meat & seafood dishes, pasta), sandwiches, burgers, salads, and dessert. The bar offers 4 draft beers, bottle/can beers, wine, cocktails, and mocktails. The prices are moderate high. I stopped by Luna Mare for dinner during their soft opening phase. The place was fairly busy and I took an open seat at the C-shaped bar. The bartender gave me a paper menu to look over Some menu items were not available. I ordered the Mussels Saganaki ($12 plus tax) and Fried Fish Sandwich with Fries ($18 plus tax). I was given a basket of ciabatta bread with olive oil dip. The mussels arrived first, 20 mussels simmered with white wine, peppers, garlic, feta cheese. Next, the fried fish sandwich arrived, which had Turkish tatare, beets & lettuce between chewy ciabatta bread, served with puffed potato curl fries. After that, I got the check which was $32.10 (cash)/$33.38 (card) with tax and before tip. Overall, the food here was pretty good and I would come back when the full menu is available.

Busy place, recommend a reservation, although reservations are so easy, I would always start with…read moreone. Went with the Tenderloin Tip which were perfectly prepared and accompanied with fries and green beans. The Old Fashion was good but lacking the craft ice that really makes an Old Fashion or any cocktail needing us. The noise level was high, but nothing out of the ordinary for a tavern. At the end of the day the food was awesome and the dining room had great energy.

Tavern on High is definitely a favorite place of ours these days. My go to is the Asian Quinoa…read morePower Bowl with chicken. Somehow they manage to make it feel both healthy and a little decadent. We also love the flatbreads and deserts, and the chicken sandwich and burgers have been great as well - really can't miss. The only thing really missing is a few more solid vegetarian protein options - it would be wonderful to be able to get a grilled tofu steak on that Asian Quinoa Salad. Service is fantastic - you enter from the patio side (steps up front and ramp along back of the patio). These guys are well and professionally staffed and we've always been met and seated quickly. All of our servers have been knowledgeable and helpful in making selections. They have regular tables, high tops, bar seating and outdoor tables. There are dedicated water bowls for anyone who brings a pup (outdoors only) and the dogs I've seen have been well behaved and adorable. We've never brought our dog, but he's still greeted and admired by staff as we pass by on a walk. That really says all you need to know about the wonderful people. Parking is in the lot right out front surrounding the small High Street courtyard or on the street. The dining patio overlooks that same courtyard. All in all a great combination of good food and a nice but casual atmosphere.

Crazy delicious cocktails and food. We got the feta mezze, samosa taco, paneer butter masala and…read moresteak dish. Best meal we've had in a long time.

Four of us had an amazing evening. Great food. Excellent food. We will be back!…read moreThe only problems we (older folks) had that the level of noise was little too high. That's more about the clientelle probably, but might a question of acustics, too

Mahaniyom is a wonderful and welcomed addition to the growing Thai stronghold in Boston. Unique…read moreThai-style tapas and small entrees that are perfect for sharing. My family and I walked in aroud 5:15 on a Sunday night and walked in for dinner service at the bar. Although we didn't get drinks, we did feast on several items. Pomelo salad was light and unique for Boston Thai food, the crab fried rice was filled with plump and fresh crab meat, the beef panang had a deep flavor with tender meat, and the crab curry was so fun to dip the rice noodles into. For 3 people, these dishes were considered 3 "big" tapas and 1 "small" tapa and were enough to fill us up. Although I did have my eye on the branzino for the longest time...which I will come back for Would love to try their sister restaurant, Merai, which is just next door and currently hosts one of my favorite Boston-based pop-ups, Newbery Street which does Thai-style coffee/matcha and salt bread.

This is billed as a thai tapas/small plates place. The thing I hate about tapas places (at least…read morein the US) is that the portions are tiny and the prices are extremely high. Mahamiyom was the exception to the rule. The portions were large enough that my party of 6 could all have a fair serving of each dish without needing any repeats. Each dish was beautifully crafted and presented. The wait staff was excellent. Overall I would 100% recommend this restaurant!

I'm here at least once a month (wish my waistline could afford more!) and have never had a bad…read moremeal. Great menu with options for veg, gluten-free, dairy-free (usually with a group with differing needs). The food is always fresh and well-made and the service is top-notch. Don't even get me started on the drinks! There's a reason you're limited to 3 martini's as they pack a punch...but all of the cocktails I've tried have been tasty and have hit the spot.

This is a martini bar. I ordered a cosmopolitan and asked for extra lime juice on the side. The…read moreside of lime juice was clear and yellowish in color- uh oh! Fake lime juice. Tried the drink and it was gross. The bartender asked how the drink was and I told him I was disappointed with the bottled, sweetened lime juice. He offered to make it better by giving me a few lime wedges to squeeze in. Told me the reason they use bottled lime juice is that they would have to squeeze too many limes because they sell over 25 cosmos per night. Onto the food: I got chicken saltimbocca. No Marsala or sage detected. The sauce tasted like it was made with maple syrup. We will NOT be going back!

I thought the food was actually pretty good, the tacos were filled to the brim. It was a little…read moremessy to eat, but so worth it. I also saw a good amount of vegetarian (maybe vegan) options which is nice. The decor is also stunning, very Instagram-y if you're looking for a cute dinner. Definitely will come back to try more of their tacos.

I've been to BuenoMalo twice. The first time wasn't bad but I wasn't impressed. However since it…read morewas a while ago so I wanted to give it another try. My second visit was a lot better. It can feel a little cramped when it's crowded but the ambiance is nice with the soft lighting and vibrant decor. Service from the bartenders was great. Despite tacos and burritos being the only sections for main courses, some of the individual items can be meals on their own. I had the Surf and Turf quesadilla which was very filling. The tortilla has nice and crispy and there was a good balance of the different fillings (shrimp, steak, cheese, guacamole, and pico de gallo). The chipotle sour cream (I assume that's what it was, the menu didn't say) was a nice addition. The cocktails are as tasty as they are cheekily named. My favorite among the ones I've tried is Smoked Mangos, which comes with a slice or torched mango. The prices for both food and drink are a little steep and the food menu is rather limited, which is the reason I give this place stars instead of 5. If you come in expecting free chips and salsa and huge portions like your typical (American) Mexican restaurant, you'll be disappointed. If you want somewhere fun to have some drinks and some smaller plates, you'll be satisfied.