Finally a place in Andover that stays open later, reminds us a little bit of a NYC lounge, and was…read morea perfect date night away from the kids (also no kids were in the lounge). Only missing the impromptu dance floor up front as the DJ came on. The service was amazing, and maybe it also made a difference that it's hard to find good service anywhere around here. Decent cocktails and food too...I highly recommend the smokehouse if you like bourbon!

What a delight! Intimate feel, interesting decor, wonderful service. Background music was present…read morebut did not insert itself as competitor to conversation. And we interacted with neighboring tables on both sides to recommend (when asked) the oysters, and when one received a drink with a big smoke bubble that created a magical flow of smoke when it burst. French inspired drinks and food were fantastic and interesting. The French 75 menu was so interesting-- choose your flavor and your bubbles. I tried two, the classic with rosé was so pretty, and the honey lavender with base level champagne was delicious. The raw oysters were to die for! Perfect little pop of acidity with other flavors delicately added and perfectly balanced. The oysters Rockefeller were also perfectly delicious. The foie gras is not something I would normally eat, but my boyfriend loves that stuff so we went with it. I enjoyed it more than he did. It was not a classic foie gras, it was smoother with a creamier texture and more buttery flavor. Eating it with the fig jam and "light as clouds" toast made it absolutely delicious! I enjoyed every minute and mouthful--would definitely seek this place out again even though I live an hour away! We enjoyed ourselves too much to take pictures!

We had a lovely dinner at Attika. The service from Maria was great and friendly. This was the…read morefirst time we had Caribbean/ Dominican food and it was very good. We live south of Boston and went to Lawrence to explore and we're so pleased by the city's friendly residents. We will be back.

Had a family get together for dinner and drinks. Atmosphere was really good and drinks were…read morereasonable.

There's Indian food, and then there's Monica's. Their take on things is not to be missed. Only…read moredownside is when you go back to a regular/traditional Indian restaurant after eating here you will be disappointed. Definitely try the Somosa Chaat-tastic. Drinks are excellent too. It's a small place so make reservations.

I had a memorable night with my sister and mom at Monica's cafe. I always appreciate going to a…read moreplace that has their own unique take on cuisines. Monica does exactly that! Every dish was executed with flair and flavor. We tried the Yogurt Bombs, Palak Crunch Chaat, Masalatini for the appetizers. Masalatini is a must try, and we loved how crunchy the Yogurt Bombs and Palak Crunch were with every bite. Then we had the Saag Saga with Paneer and the Melt-In-Mouth Lababdar with Kofta. Both dishes were delicious. Soft homemade paneer and again crunchy kofta with velvety gravies. Lastly, can't forget about the Mithai. You usually can't compete with Mithai in India. Monica's takes it a step further, maybe India can't compete with her? She has a wonderful family, and we had such a great time talking with them. Looking forward to coming back!

By far the best local pub around the Lawrence area. The best bartenders and wait staff and the…read moremost friendly owner around. As the area continues to flourish around the Riverwalk, the Tavern is the place one must frequent regardless of the day/night of the week The food is excellent. Combination of basic pub food, middle eastern and some of the local favorites that, if you grew up in the area like me, that remind you of being a kid again. Brian, Jenn and Julia are amazing behind the bar and on the floor. How they manage the crowd on the weekend is beyond me. That said, when the energy is that positive, you have to have a staff that compliments the environment. They crush it... If you live in the area, this needs to be a weekly staple. If you don't, come in on a Friday or Saturday and enjoy a burger and a drink alongside the weekly bands that are brought in that will get you feet tapping and smiling ear to ear!

Fonzi's Tavern on Merrimack has opened under new ownership of the former Tavern on Merrimack/The…read moreFrosty Mug in Lawrence. The place has the feel of a local neighborhood pub which has finished wood walls, flooring, & ceiling. There is seating at the full service bar, table seating along the walls, pool table in the back, a musician/karaoke stage in the front corner and TVs throughout the room. There is a patio area out back. They offer nightly entertainment such as DJs, karaoke (Tue), trivia (Wed), and live music. The food menu offers pub fare including appetizers, wings, chips & dips, salads, burger/sandwich plates, quesadillas, tacos, chicken & waffles, pasta, steaks, and desserts. The prices are moderate. The bar offers 12 beers on draft, beer bottles/cans, wine, cocktails & mixed drinks. I stopped by Fonzi's for dinner very recently. I sat up at the bar for prompt service. I got an ice water as I looked over the menu. For an appetizer, the Fried Raviolis ($12 plus tax) had 6 good size fried breaded raviolis filled with cheese including ricotta & seasoning) over a zesty marinara sauce. For dinner, the Basic Bit*h Burger ($18 plus tax) had a thick grilled beef patty with melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, & pickle chips on a thick kaiser bun. The fries were lightly fried and very hot. Both the fried raviolis and thick juicy burger were very good and fries were decent. After I was done, I got the check with Upserve QR code, which was $32.10 with tax and before tip. I was able to pay the check on my phone, as the place was getting busier around 6:30 pm. The service was prompt sitting at the bar and I was able to watch some sports highlights on the TV. I would definitely come back here to try other food on their menu like the coconut shrimp, tacos, and cheese tortellini gratinati with chicken.

My friend and I were looking for a low-key place where we could grab dinner and walk in with our…read moreworkout clothes, and this place came up. Neither of us had been before, and a burger sounded really good to me at that moment, so we decided to give it a try! I made a reservation about 20 minutes before we arrived. We got there early, but they seated us right away. It wasn't too busy, and we eventually moved to the bar because the seating made it easier to chat. The frozen espresso drinks immediately caught our attention. Even though it was late, we couldn't resist the sound of that. They were strong and quite tasty. We started with the fried mozzarella balls, which were nice and crispy. My friend ordered the chicken Milanese, and I went with the signature Tavern Burger. Our bartender, Luan, was very nice and attentive. Between the overall relaxed atmosphere, tasty drinks, and friendly service, it was a great spot for our casual night out. Luan told us that the menu was changing the next day and we will definitely come back to try the seasonal menu.

Love the new fall menu!! The buffalo chicken crunch rolls appetizer was wonderful- crispy and not…read moretoo strong on the buffalo flavoring. The crispy chicken demi bowl was super delicious comfort meal. Can't wait to go back and try all the other new dishes. Sat at the bar - bartender was friendly and helpful. Love the vibe of this restaurant and bar!

The decor is absolutely perfect for a date night with a wonderful bar area as well but you can also…read morebring your kids. Their bread is warm, delicious and crusty! Perfect for getting that sauce at the end, too! Emma has the Agnolotti - Spinach, lemon, cinque formaggi, buro fuso - and it was perfectly paired with Whitehaven Sauv Blanc! I went with Rigatoni Bolognese ragu of beef, pork, & veal, mozzarella crema, parmigiano! I added in a sausage because that's how I roll! The staff was super friendly and attentive all evening! And the owner came to our table to check in. We had mentioned we found them on Google in our efforts to try some place new! We did something out of the ordinary and got desserts. Em had Vanilla Panna Cotta and I went with Cannoli! Both were great. Honestly, we cannot wait to come back and I mentioned this to the owner as we were leaving! Che meraviglia!

You could easily overlook this charming, delicious place from its unassuming exterior in a…read morenondescript strip mall string of nondescript buildings. But darlings, this is what you call a hidden gem. Turn thyself around and go back here to be seated and served by friendly foodies who wish to delight your tastebuds. Inventive cocktails and dishes and breads and pastas all scratch-made and heavenly. From start to finish, every bite at our booth was a joy. Their table bread and garlic bread are fresh and fantastic. Our party ordered the Casarecce, a vodka sauce dish with long tubed pasta and added an excellent meatball; the Rigatoni bolognese with unique wheel pasta tubes that hold fast to their cheesy meaty saucy goodness; and the Short-Rib Stuffed Tortellini. Yes, you read that right. Mamma mia! We tried each other's plates and they were all winners. We were out for a birthday celebration, and they brought us the flourless chocolate almond torte with whipped cream and raspberry sauce with a few spoons and a birthday candle. Truly outstanding decadence I have never experienced in a flourless bake. Several servers checked in with us during our meal, and all seemed genuinely happy to be there. Atmosphere is spacious yet cozy and romantic. Very Nice bar area with a few TVs. Booths and tables. Prices and portions are competitive with any nicer restaurant in the region, but the quality was just out of this world. You can taste the care and love rolled right into the meal, and meticulousness of the ingredients blending in such a unique way. Do not come here expecting traditional pasta. Come because you want to treat yourself to a new way of revering Italian food. We happened upon this place via a random Yelp search, and simply had to spread the word to get more people in here. What a five-star treasure in the Merrimack Valley!

Absolutely wonderful staff, who made us feel at home there since day one...plus the sound has been…read moreon for all the FIFA soccer games...which we could barely find ANYWHERE else around here. Matchplay became our home away from home this past month & we are so grateful. We have enjoyed lots of different drink & food options as well, and love some of the new menu items. Thank you Matchplay!

Nachos were very good but the guacamole was brown. Rangoon was very good. Great staff! Very…read morefriendly, clean, and light. Enjoyed watching football and those practicing their golf skills.

Impeccable service and incredible food! The team here knocker it out of the park. The vibes in the…read morerestaurant were amazing--loved the decor and the ambiance. The tacos were some of the best I've ever had, and so were the chips and salsa. Big thanks to our server, Julie, for taking such good care of us. You will DEFINITELY be seeing me here again

El Vago Cantina in Lawrence truly knocked it out of the park for our family Cinco de Mayo…read morecelebration, perfectly blending a high-energy vibe with a stunningly artistic atmosphere. The food was fab, featuring fresh chips and guacamole alongside a massive tray of tacos piled high with toppings. My mango margarita was a work of art, expertly crafted with a tajin rim, dried citrus, and a fragrant rosemary sprig. Our server Julia was great, ensuring our experience was seamless. We enjoyed the beautiful neon lighting and fresh floral touches.

Excellent cuisine. Courteous staff. We had a large party so service wasn't as fast as I'd have…read moreliked but am giving ratings grace since we had 20 people at the table. We had a pre fixe menu. Private dining area was lovely. Salmon cooked to perfection.

We went to La Fina and had the opportunity to enjoy their Dine Out menu. The ambiance inside the…read morerestaurant was lovely with dim lights. Our waiter, Colin, was attentive and friendly. The 3-course meal was delicious. Our steaks were cooked to perfection and dessert was a sweet ending to our meal. I would definitely recommend making a reservation since it was quite busy on Saturday night.

Best food in Lawrence! Came from out of town and I will visit again before I leave!!!read more

fabulous food and service. great cocktails. can't wait to come back!!!read more