So, we finally got to try the chef's table, or "Chef's Whim" as it's officially titled. Eight…read morecourses. In addition to the food, we added the suggested alcohol pairings. I say alcohol because it wasn't all wine but ... since it's a bit of a surprise in terms of what actually appears I'll just leave it at that. However, as to the food ... I'll give a taste, a flavor, a wisp of a whisper of the full culinary adventure. For complete details, see your local sous chef! Here's what we had. In the middle of my photo collage, a blood sausage slider with fennel/jalapeño sauce on toasted brioche bun. Then clockwise from top left - cornbread with maple glaze in a Barbie sized personal cast iron skillet; beet salad with goat cheese half spheres; a dessert tray of black apple cake with hay ice cream (yes, seriously), chamomile pot de creme and a duck fat beignet; an assortment of ice creams - fenugreek, fennel/maitake mushroom/burnt hazelnut (all tasted fabulous and in each you could taste the listed flavors); entree of duck and wild mushroom tart; white bean soup and finally a pasta dish of ravioli with two fillings. Just a note on what it would take to make it yourself. See that hexagonal white blob on the bottom row, middle pic? That's a potato foam. Forgive me for not recalling the full procedure but the prep is roughly 7 hours long. First, the cut potatoes are cooked in a sous vide for 2 hours so that no moisture is added to them. Then a succession of ricing, smoking, drying, undrying, mashing, placing in a foam machine that looked like a whipped cream dispenser and boom - a tiny dollop of potato. It tasted great. But man - that's a lot of effort for a mouthful of potato. I don't think I'll be trying it at home. Over two hours of eating and chatting. I brought a couple of my restaurant-based cartoons as my personal thanks for the meal and was shocked that Justin, their sommelier, had done a cartoon of his own ahead of time for me! Just stick to wine, Justin - I don't need any MORE competition with my magazine editors ... With Dylan ably providing the primary chef duties and Amaya and Justin handling the booze, the meal was a smashing success. The food pairings were masterfully chosen and timing of the dishes meant we were always primed for the next one. Although the succession of what I'd call dessert dishes made me start to feel like a Hobbit enjoying dessert, second dessert and then post seconds. As Anton Ego said in Ratatouille (and they have a cute Reme rat under glass on a shelf) "I shall be returning, hungry for more."

What a lovely restaurant. Just for a tip if you find the apothecary it's down the stairs right…read moreafter it. We did have a little bit of trouble finding it but that was kind of fun. Reservations recommended we were seated at a beautiful table for two right near the bar and started off with a Pinot noir and a cabernet. Both wines were delightful. For appetizers we had the braised lamb crepe and the octopus... Both dishes were delicious, presented well with sauces to die for. Followed by the pasta dish and the duck. These were the best dinners of the year for us. The blending of flavors were fantastic and it was augmented by the owner coming over and talking to us about how the food was prepared. I won't bore you with all the details but the octopus is slow boiled for 5 hours.. complete with wine. Corks it was tender and delicious with the Mediterranean flair. We go out to eat our fair share from high end to diners anywhere. The food is well prepared and delicious... This was the top for the year! From the service to the presentation to the wine to the ambiance, everything is top notch here. I will provide a warning. You will drop a pretty penny if you partake in all the courses, but we thought it was well worth it. Thank you to the staff and ownership. We enjoyed our evening.. a true date night.

I somehow just stumbled across this place for the first time, and what a hidden gem. Delicious food…read moreand stellar service. Our server Johnny was excellent and went above and beyond to meet our needs. Beautiful Italian restaurant ambience. Will definitely be returning here.

LaRosa's is a cute little restaurant. I was torn between ordering the bolognese and the vongole…read more(both my favorite dishes at any Italian restaurant). I went with the vongole. It was good, but I wasn't particularly a fan of the noodles. It was hard and maybe a little too al dente for me. I had to use my knife to cut it. More of a personal preference, I don't do well with spice and felt there were was a lot of chili flakes in the sauce. The Nutella tiramisu was delicious though! I'd come back again to try the bolognese.

Had the duck carb and husband had chicken parm. Carb was delicious. It had a generous amt of…read moreprotein which i appreciated. The chicken parm was a thick cut of chicken but tender. Both pastas were cooked perfectly. Staff was wonderful. Aliana was very attentive and cheerful. I would recommend.

The food here was pretty good, but what really sold this place with a level of service received…read morefrom our gentleman waiter yesterday. He absolutely killed it with a level of service and attention provided to all of us at our party. The ambience here is quite different compared to the other location in North Andover, which is a bit brighter, and whereas this one is darker and more intimate. I prefer the North Andover location in terms of ambience, but to each their own when it comes to what they prefer.

Graze & Vine is small but we'll organized wine store and more. Indoor seating is limited, during…read morewarmer months the outdoor area has picnic tables with shade umbrellas for enjoying wine, beer and tasty appetizers. We stopped by the Saturday after thanksgiving and enjoyed a couple glasses of wine and delicious roasted apple crumb cake. Also on the menu are marinated olives, cheese boards, and charcuterie selection along with seasonal accompaniments. They have a fairly large selection of wines, beers and ciders.

I can't say enough about Owens wonderful new location in Ogunquit. The craft cocktails and wine…read morewith the perfect choices of delicious apps ! The outside deck is just the most lovely place to relax thanks to Jordan's impeccable eye ! The bar area is huge and another great place to chill if it's wet or too warm out !

I've eaten here once but it is my new favorite restaurant. Amazing food and even better service. I…read morewas so impressed with the food, i even mentioned something to the manager (who couldn't have been more pleasant). Unfortunately i live really far from this place, but I can't recommend this establishment enough.

Good food but kinda noisy. Definitely not the place for an intimate dinner for two…read more If we were 30 years younger I'm sure I would give it a good review.

Such a nice surprise! Passed by while walking to the car after a late lunch and decided to pop in…read more Our wine was great, servers were so sweet and knowledgeable, cheese was amazing. Wish we found this spot on or first night in town!!

A quiet little gem on Shore Road in Ogunquit. We stopped there everyday during our 3 day Labor Day…read moreWeekend to enjoy the wine, meats and cheeses and the hospitality of Donna and her staff. You can either sit inside or sit outside and enjoy a delightful al fresco experience.. It is usually only opened from 3-9 but that is a perfect time to stop and have a glass of their great wines and try out their selections of meats and cheeses. Thank you Donna. You will definitely see us again.

I was in Haverhill visiting family a few weeks ago and came here for the first time. The space is…read moreso welcoming with bars in both the front and back of the restaurant. We opted for bar seating in the front room and our server was incredible - striking the perfect mix of conversation and also letting us settle in for a date night. Let's get to the star: the food! We started with the caprese salad which was fresh and delicious. Our main courses were the Chicken Saltimbocca and Braised Short Rib pasta. They were melt in your mouth good and some of the best entrees we've had recently. Unfortunately we did not save room for dessert but will be back. Extra pros: delicious cocktails, fast and effective service and leftovers to take home!

So. Here goes, second review. Since they have relocated in downtown Haverhill, there has been…read moresomething different about Jospeh's. At first, I was not thrilled to go, but after four trips back, this place is amazing. The place looks great, and the service is great all the time. Now the food, great. Five stars! We had the meatball flight and it was great. Also, the bread ..freshly made there. I had the pizza and it was cooked perfectly, and the pizza chef had a great personality. Thank you. I hope you stay here.

We love this wine bar at Bedford Village Inn. It's upstairs tucked away in a corner, nicely…read moredecorated, comfortable and homey. The staff here is always excellent, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. The food is top notch, unique selections and very tasty. The wine list and the drink option are both great as well.

Stayed at the Bedford Inn. We went on the search Corks on the same property. (cute little hideaway…read morebar with cozy seating and an elegant touch!) SERVICE: The servers are very nice and helpful, especially since it was my first time there. FOOD: We tried a whole lotta food: Steak salad, crab cakes, crab wontons, etc. you can't go wrong (check out the pictures) (Bar) I tried a yummy gin drink (but forgot the name - sorry) but the picture is there

Best Groupon in the Valley. Outstanding flavors and service. Make sure to make a reservation on…read morethe weekend, it's a smaller place. We had the Crispy Patatas, Oven Roasted Chicken, Three Brothers dish, and the Crème Brûlée. Everything was delicious. We'll be back!

My partner and I were given a Groupon to visit Keon's in Haverhill, and we had no idea what to…read moreexpect. When owner Rob greeted us warmly at the door, we looked around and figured that we had entered an Irish pub or Bistro, since Keon's is relatively small and unimpressive as a structure. However, any doubts we had about the place were quickly dispelled by our server, Kayla, who told us a bit about the menu. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. So awesome was the food that it felt as though we had gone to a community theatre and discovered that we were at the Royal Shakespeare Company. Each dish was beautifully plated and distinctly delicious, with the accompaniments perfect for the featured protein. The chef knows how to create and present "fine dining." Specifics: We had warm bread with a delicious home made hummus, with lemon and garlic. For an appetizer, we chose the " steak bomb egg rolls" which were served with a very tasty remoulade. We each had an entree. My partner took Three Brothers, a dish that offered shrimp, chicken, and beef tenderloin with haricot verts and whipped Yukon potatoes with lemon basil supreme sauce. I had the pan seared scallops, which were served with roasted cauliflower puree, and apple smoked bacon with dijon and golden raison chutney. For dessert, we had a very ample carrot cake. We enjoyed choosing 2 beers on tap: Stella Artois and Allagash White. We were totally delighted with the ambiance and quality of Keon's, and although the prices may seem high, they are totally justified by the fine dining experience that we had. When we left, Keon's was full to capacity, with a few people hoping to get in.

This place is great. Perfect for a drink and to try some delicious foods. The servers are always…read morefriendly and genuinely seem happy to help you.

"Walk in as strangers, leave as friends."…read more If that's not a saying that makes you want to head there now, then I don't know what is LOL! Obviously, there is more to the new renovated location of La Cantina than this saying but I will say I was pretty impressed when I saw it and knew I had to add it to my review. Let's just say it is pretty accurate. We did leave as friends since we made a few at the bar and then some. Just saying! La Cantina winery in Franklin, MA used to be a small wine bar that offered wine tasting flights and minimal food. BUT, now it is in a stunning new location (not far from their old stomping grounds). Fun Fact: It used to be a Mechanic garage. Well, wait until you see how it has turned from fixing cars to wine making and tasting. YOU HAVE GOT TO COME HERE! Parking is easy with plenty of spots. They have a lot of room at their gorgeous bar, but they also have high tops and tables for families or a large group. And, they host events here too; birthday parties, bridal showers, and anything in between, this place is it. I actually want to hold one of my milestone birthday parties here but well keep the number a secret for now. Service: Alana was our bartender and she was wonderful. Always asking us what we needed and how were doing. You don't get this upscale service any where else. And, when I wanted another sample of something she gave it to me without a fuss. Always with a smile on her face, she was the best. Wine: They have an excellent wine menu to choose from and they offer flights for about $25 pp. Flights are the best way to try multiple wines. I personally loved most of the red wines with Petit Sirah being my favorite. My husband loved their Barbera! I did sample their Sauv Blanc too which was nice but it was too cold to have a full pour. Food: Their menu is great with a ton of options from charcuterie, to tapas and some entrees. I will say some of their items can get expensive but definitely worth it. We started with a few cheeses and prosciutto. Then we ordered one of their popular pizzas called La Cantina. Everything was fresh, made in house with their beautiful pizza oven right smack in the middle of the bar. You have got to see this thing, its huge! Overall: If I could give this place 10 stars I would. We had the best time and we can't wait to go back. Franklin is not far from where we live but still a good 30 minute drive and also not far from the Wrentham outlets. We didn't have to make a reservation for a Sunday afternoon but I bet Saturdays can get pretty busy. I just loved everything about this wine bar and I know you will too! Cheers~