Great live music, the owner Lisa is so accommodating- the vibe is friendly with good crowds. Pub…read morefood is the menu with a nice variety-something for anyone! Check it out, something going on almost every night-my favorite is the bands on Saturday night but they also have Karaoke other nights. "Goods times a happnin at The Tav"!

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.

J Brian's is one of my favorite local spots! The wings are absolutely delicious, and the beer is…read morealways ice cold exactly how it should be. The food is consistently good, the service is friendly, and it's a great place to relax, grab a drink, and enjoy a meal with friends or family. I've had great experiences every time I've been there. Definitely recommend

Its been my favorite place, like for years. I love all their wings, Super nice staff, always…read moresmiles and fast and friendly service.

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.

Nice, brand new restaurant. however the entrees were back I had a garden burger. It came with a ton…read moreof whipped ricotta that was so salty it ruined the entire sandwich. I tried to scrape it off but I couldnt it was o messy and could not tasty the burger, the pickled onion or avacado. I should have sent it back the chips on the plate were also completely unappealing. They were overcooked tasted bad and somehow under salted. Our appetizer brocolli bang bang was tasty but they didn't bring me any water until I waved down the waitress. my friend had a salmon sesame bowl she didn't enjoy it either and her was super salty too. this is a big problem for a brand new place. Is anyone tasting the food?

Had fried avocado tacos. Delicious. Service was great, came in on a Monday night, empty place.read more

We were on our way to New Hampshire when it was time for lunch. As has happened more times than I…read morecan count, Yelp came through with a great recommendation. Jaime's was just a short detour from our route and well worth it. From the moment we walked in, the place had the feel of a neighborhood restaurant that locals probably don't think twice about--but visitors are glad they discovered. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming, and the service was excellent throughout our meal. We started with the hummus appetizer, which was fresh, flavorful, and a great way to kick things off. My partner ordered the fish tacos, while I went with the Fried Spicy Honey Chicken Sandwich. The sandwich was outstanding--crispy chicken with just the right balance of sweetness and heat. It's the kind of sandwich I'd happily order again. One amusing moment came when I ordered a Manhattan. I don't think the bartender was normally behind the bar, because he had to look up the recipe before making it. It turned out just fine, and I suspect they have dedicated bartenders working the evening shift. Jaime's may be a little off the beaten path, but that's part of its charm. Good food, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere made this an easy five-star stop. We'll definitely keep it in mind the next time we're headed through the area.

Pretty good experience. I did really like the zucchini sticks. Better than others I've had and not…read moresuper greasy. Not a lot of veggie options so I had the Greek salad which was good. I enjoyed the beets since you usually don't get those. The spinach dip was good too and pretty standard. My husband tried the crab cakes which were just okay but our friend got the scallops and said those were great.

Grassfields reminded me, in a nostalgic way, of a restaurant at which I worked in my college years…read more The decor, the ambiance, the wine list, the service, and the menu items, all contributed toward that. I suppose "rustic" would be a good term to describe the interior. The menu offers steaks at prices you'd have a difficult time finding elsewhere in the area, plus chicken, lamb, veal, and interesting specials. Our large group was seated over two tables, which worked well for us in terms of quality conversation among interested folks. Service was quick, friendly, and professional, and all our dinners came out at the same time. We ordered a few appetizers. They were good but a little inconsistent. The mozzarella sticks, homemade, were a little unconventional, with a panko-mozzarella crust. Better, in my opinion, were the buffalo chicken tenders. I mis-read the description of my Argentine Bowl, thinking it was more of a salad. It was steak tips, avocado, tomatoes, and black beans over rice, quite tasty. The person sitting next to me ordered a dinner special the lamb shank osso bucco. While the meat was delicious and tender, it could have had even more seasoning on it, and there was an unexpected amount of fat on the shank. Parking is a little awkward given the shape of the shopping center, and the location of the restaurant. It was nice to see signs designating spaces closest to the restaurant reserved for their customers. This restaurant was the go-to restaurant for the family hosting the dinner event. I can understand why, and I wholeheartedly agree.

Another trip to Cachapas y Mas and this place remains awesome. We've enjoyed everything we've had…read morebut cachapas are the "must get" item here. We ordered two this time - the Full Three Carne and the Venezolana and I would get exactly this combo again - so good! The texture on the Cachapas is perfection and they are generously filled for the price. Note that there is a lot of cheese in the Venezolana! we brought home leftovers of both between two of us. Also shown in the pictures is a very tasty passionfruit juice. Service was helpful and friendly and the space is large, clean, and conveniently located on Essex Street. Parking is street parking (free on Sundays and holidays, but pretty cheap).

Dropped into this place recommend by a family member while visiting the area for our wedding…read moreanniversary. This place did not disappoint! I wanted to try out their featured dish as I've never heard of Cachapas. All I can say is wow! This dish was very tasty, filling and well made. The portions were generous as you won't be left hungry! The staff was more then friendly and priced well for the amount of food you get. I even had a drink I've not had in almost two decades, again, did not disappoint. "Mori soňanado" was a Dominican drink I grew up with and brought back memories for sure. Both the wife and I had the featured dish, she went with ham and cheese, while I went all out with the pernil (pork). Which is stuffed with all the trimmings, The place was very clean and the Latin ambience was on point with their menu. If you're interested in great and fast food, please try them out.

3 stars - Solid bread and toppings, but the signature items fell flat…read moreI stopped by Grumpy G in Lawrence, MA looking for a late-night Dominican treat. I ordered two traditional chimi sandwiches and one Dominican hot dog from their outdoor setup. The bread on the chimis was excellent -- soft, substantial, and it reminded me of the Tripoli bread I love. The toppings were fresh and flavorful too. Unfortunately, the star of the sandwich (the beef patty) was a big letdown. It was extremely thin and unimpressive, which made the whole sandwich feel underwhelming despite the good bread and toppings. The Dominican hot dog was even more disappointing. I had high hopes for it, but it tasted like a generic, water-filled beef dog you'd grab from the convenience aisle at Market Basket. Nothing special or "Dominican-style" stood out. For $45 total (two chimis + one hot dog), I expected more from their signature outdoor offerings. The food I saw being prepared inside looked like standard fare, but the outdoor Dominican items I came for didn't deliver. If you're in the area and craving Dominican street food late at night, you might have better luck inside or elsewhere. I wanted to love this spot but left pretty disappointed.

Great service and delicious food. Went there at midnight not expecting much for that time of night,…read morebut it was great. Beans and rice were terrific and hit the spot when I've been craving some since moving from Texas.

We were in the area and looking for something delicious, and Brix did not disappoint. It's a great…read morelittle restaurant attached to a pizza joint attached to an adorable grocery store. We started with a couple of drinks, I had a spicy blackberry margarita that was absolutely perfect. Then we shared a delicious Cobb salad and I moved onto a Cuban and he had The Bando. Both sandwiches were really good and the fries were outstanding, hot and crispy. Our server was fantastic and personable. Food was absolutely delicious, and we will definitely be back.

We have only gone here a couple times and we've had pretty good experiences…read more The food was good , I wish the steak was cooked a little more to order, but my husband really enjoyed his meal. We would go back

Good food, friendly staff, and I love the dining areas…read more Steak tips are to die for! I highly recommend visiting for a great dining experience!!

We finally tried the Black Water Grill. Went on a Friday night and it was very busy. We ended up…read moresitting in the bar area . The bartender was friendly however stressed out as 2 taps just ran out. We had the Wachusett blueberry on draft. There was live music playing which was nice. Not to loud. The 2 TVs had golf amd Fox News (WTF?) on. Not sure why Fox News was on as it so political and divisive. We ordered the fish and chips which came out fairly quickly. 2 nice pieces of haddock and a good amount of fries. Homemade tarter sauce too which was really good. The fish was cooked perfectly. service was pleasant. THe mens bathroom walls could use a good scrubbing.

James and Sarah are amazing bartenders. They brought the food out quickly, checked in at the right…read moretimes, and had my back when I needed special assistance. 5 stars: )

Chicken pot pie that'll make you say mamma mia, brah…read more Ay, dude. Cruisin' through Andover, I roll up to The Autograph American Tavern lookin' for some comfort food, and they hit me with a chicken pot pie that was straight-up gasoline. Capisce? This thing comes out in a cast iron skillet, sizzlin' hot, with a giant puff pastry dome on top, golden and flaky like a perfect peeling wave. Sprinkle of flaky sea salt, little fresh parsley on top. Bellissimo. You crack through that crust and the creamy filling underneath is bubblin' up around the edges, rich and hearty, just beggin' you to dive in. I was fully barreled, brah. On a cold New England day, this is the kinda dish that warms you up from the inside out. Tastes like somebody's nonna made it with love, but with that upscale tavern touch. The whole vibe of the place is classy too, without bein' stuffy. So listen to me. You find yourself in Andover, you go to The Autograph and you get the chicken pot pie. Don't make me tell you twice. Fuhgeddaboudit, this one's a keeper. -- Captain 619