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    Nini's Ristorante

    3.6 (90 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Seafood
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Tuscan Chicken
    Darleen B.

    I was a little worried about a dinner out here due to some of these reviews but I'm so glad we went. We went on a Saturday night at about 5:30. We were greeted by a host and seated immediately. The space is very nice inside. About four main seating areas separated by walls so it didn't ever feel too noisy or too busy. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. Overall start to finish the service was a very nice pace. We ordered a few beverages and appetizers to start. The maple old fashion was the favorite although one person thought it was a little sweet but it balanced the bourbon well. The cheese wedges were favored among the child in the group - but from an adult perspective they were crisp and well seasoned and the marinara was fantastic. The bruschetta was just ok. Each entree came with soup or salad and we all got the Cesar salad. The salad was very tasty but maybe just a little heavy on the dressing. For entrees we tried the fettuccini Alfredo, the Tuscan Chicken, and one of the specials. The Tuscan Chicken dish was one of the best chicken dishes I've had in a very long time and I consider myself a bit of a foodie. The chicken was soft and juicy but the outer crust was crisp and flavorful. The sauce that accompanied the dish was very good. The special was also very good. The alfredo was enjoyed by the young member of the group but it was heavy on the sauce. Highly recommend trying the Tuscan Chicken if you ever venture out here.

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    E C.

    Nice, homey Italian restaurant. The service was friendly and good. Food was good too. I would come back again.

    Shrimp Scampi. Delicious. Large shrimp, pasta and garlic.

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    4 months ago

    Our waitress Kate was very friendly, helpful, and kind. Food was great. A lovely evening out to celebrate my daughter's birthday!

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    1 year ago

    Great food! You'll be happy with whatever you order! Pizzas, beef, salads, sandwiches.

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    3 years ago

    Nini's never disappoints. Our go-to for family dinners. Most requested by our 4 children when they are back home for a visit.

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    2 years ago

    Horrible place! Between dirty staff and dirty dishes and food not that great. This place needs to get shut down

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    What a nice comfortable restaurant with great service and really good food. We enjoyed our dinner.

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    Changed how they cooked a lot of dishes. Maybe cheaper or faster but not the same quality

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    6 years ago

    My first time eating Carbonara. It was very good. It was enough for Two meals. All cheesy and garlicky. Yum!!!

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    Best food and service around, love going there for the family environment and amazing atmosphere.

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    Excellent food, and great service, esp. given the current pandemic. They bring your food right out to your car!

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    Ahoy Matey! If you're looking for one of the best whole belly clams or fish tacos then welcome to…read moreCaptain Jack's Roadside shack. I've coming here for a few years already and finally decided to officially review it. Whole belly clams are plump and juicy and the fish tacos are delicious. Plus you get two tacos per order. What a deal! I love the contrast between the cold crunchy cabbage/cilantro and hot crispy fish. The belly platter comes with a small side of coleslaw and fries but you can substitute the fries for the onion rings for only $.50 more. It's worth it! Their haystack style onion rings are super skinny and tasty. Portions are generous too! Lobster rolls are great with nice large lump and claw meat. However, I would recommend to go when the lobsters are in season between June and December so the meat is sweeter. Outdoor seatings are plentiful but in the winter, you can sit inside the river valley co*op market next door. Service is friendly, quick, and simple. One window for ordering and one to pick up. I always come here once or twice a year when I visit my Northampton friend. Highly recommend this place for comfort and casual dining!

    The lobster roll is absolutely amazing! There's so much lobster in it that we got an extra roll and…read moremy husband and I split it. The onion strings are to die for!

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    Hooked Seafood Restaurant

    Hooked Seafood Restaurant

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    Okay so I came here on a graduation night with no reservation on a hope and a prayer... I'm…read moreassuming the owner was the lady who came to tell me it was reservation only and there was nothing they could do. I was heart broken but it was my own undoing as I djdnt make a reservation. Just as I was opening yelp to find another place to try she came and got me from outside as a spot opened up! That's service! And I won't forget it. All the staff was very kind and she checked in with me several times during my meal to make sure it was going well. The ambiance is a little noisy but it's a raw bar that has sports on. The food is delicious. I could have eaten the Cippino forever! The broth was a complex delicious and perfectly spiced tomato base. The seafood was plentiful and large sized. I have never seen shrimp so big! I also ate oysters and had an amazing home made peaches and cream cheese cake. Listen I don't really like cheese cake but I could eat that cake everyday for the rest of my life. Everything from start to finish once I sat down. Was delicious and the staff was very kind. This food was fired fresh in the kitchen. I could see if from my bar seat. So if it took a little bit it was worth it! I'd eat here the next time I'm in Manchester 10/10

    Very disappointing experience from start to finish. The service was extremely slow and poorly…read moreorganized. Staff appeared uninterested and inattentive, and we had to repeatedly ask for basic items. The food did not justify the prices at all. The seafood was overcooked, lacked flavor, and did not taste fresh. Portions were small for what you pay, and the presentation was careless. Overall, this restaurant is overrated and did not live up to expectations. I won't be returning and would not recommend it unless there are serious improvements in both service and food quality.

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    Hooked Seafood Restaurant - Men's Room is a tight fit

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    Anchor Seafood Restaurant - Maine lobster $36

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    43.1 mi
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    If you told me I'd find some of the best seafood of my life in landlocked Southern Vermont, I…read moreprobably wouldn't have believed you--but Anchor Seafood House & Grille is the real deal. This place has been a Wilmington staple since 1997, and you can tell they've spent the last nearly 30 years perfecting the craft. The atmosphere is incredible. While the original 1850s building was lost to a fire in 2010, the current space is a beautiful, faithful replica that feels historic and cozy. It's the perfect spot for a post-ski dinner or a summer night out. Here's the breakdown of what you need to order: The Chowder: This is proper New England clam chowder. It's thick, rich, and loaded with clams--not just a bowl of potatoes and heavy cream. It's the ultimate comfort food. Steamers: You have to start with the steamers. They are clean, sweet, and served the traditional way with a side of broth and drawn butter. It's a messy, delicious classic that they do perfectly here. Whole Belly Clams: These are the gold standard. They're lightly breaded, perfectly fried, and have that sweet, briny pop you usually only find at a roadside shack on the Maine coast. If you're a fan of "the bellies," don't skip these. The Lobster: I went for the steamed lobster, and it was impeccable. Succulent chunks of fresh meat and just the right amount of butter. It tasted like it was caught that morning. It's rare to find a spot that balances a "fancy night out" feel with such unpretentious, high-quality food. Whether you're a local or just passing through for the foliage, make sure you stop here.

    When we got to the restaurant and we were asked if we had a reservation, I was a little worried…read morethat there wouldn't be a table because I didn't think of making a reservation. It was off-season in the area so many places haven't been busy. Luckily they asked if we were okay with the bar. Most definitely okay with the bar! We actually got pretty good attention when sitting at the bar. I ordered the Broiled Seafood Sampler because I like seafood and anytime I can get a variety in a dish, I'll go for that. The sampler consisted of haddock, salmon, scallops, and shrimp. The dish contained plenty of the fish and only two pieces each of the scallops and shrimp. The dish was not what I was expecting because of the crumb topping and creamy sauce. It was fine. We definitely got a good portion and the linguine with garlic and oil was fantastic! It was definitely garlicky, just the way I like it.

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    Amherst Oyster Bar

    Amherst Oyster Bar

    3.5(38 reviews)
    10.7 mi

    We stopped in at the Amherst Oyster Bar to celebrate a birthday and overall were glad that we did…read more The 4 of us started with drinks, 2 dozen oysters (which were a bargain at $1/each during happy hour), the caviar, and an order of the mussels. The oysters and mussels were great, the caviar was mushy from my perspective, I was expecting a pop but there was none. For my main course I opted for the seared tuna which came with a yuzu pepper sauce, sushi rice (as the menu stated), some pickled vegetables, and a bit of gari. I thought it was great but it wasn't sushi rice on the plate. It was dry and crumbly. I'd like to stop back and try some of their other options.

    This was my first time visiting Amherst Oyster Bar, and while it's a super cute addition to the…read moremain street, I don't know if I'll be going back. I'm a vegetarian, and although a couple dishes had the option to swap the seafood for tofu, veggie options were lacking. The sesame cauliflower was very good as an app! I had wanted to try the burnt end mushrooms but they were no longer on the menu. Service was incredibly slow. I know the waitress was hustling and it's not her fault, but I'm not sure why it took 45 minutes for our entrees to come out. She kept apologizing and saying it would be out soon but we were there for a full 90 minutes before we got our entrees which was weird. I ordered the harvest bowl with tofu and it was fine. It was a big portion size, great variety of veggies, and the pesto was good. But there wasn't enough pesto for the whole dish and without the pesto, nothing else was seasoned at all. It was so bland. The tofu was just big chunks of lightly seared plain tofu. I saw on the menu you can order fish and chips with tofu instead, but it seems silly to come to a place known for seafood and swap their fish for tofu. Especially after eating the harvest dish, I don't know if they would even know how to properly prepare the tofu. Maybe this is a good spot for drinks and oysters but that's about it!

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    Amherst Oyster Bar
    Amherst Oyster Bar

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