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.

Visited The Rooftop this past weekend and had a fantastic time. We had made a reservation to…read morecelebrate my daughter going away to college. It was just here and I. We were greeted by the hostess who took us to our seats. (We sat inside because it had been on and off sprinkling). Our server, Mia, was AMAZING. Sweet, professional, attentive, always had a smile and exactly what you would wish to have as your wait staff. My daughter is 18, so she got the Cos-No-Politan haha. Love the pun and she loved the drink. I got a classic margarita which was made very well. We decided on apps to share. We got the meatballs, arancini, truffle fries and calamari. The meatballs were ok, but we felt they were under seasoned and a little on the dry side, even with all the sauce. The Arancini was delicious. The truffle fries were good (we really enjoyed the garlic aoli) and they came in a cute fry box on a plate. The calamari was fantastic. It also came with fried jalapenos mixed in. I did not see note of that on the menu, so for any allergies I would note that. However, that little spice mixed with the honey they had made for a great bite and we would order this again. Afterwards, we walked down to the Sam Adams beer garden where there were fire pits, music (a live band) and a great time to be had. Overall, the place was a great dinner choice for my daughter and I to celebrate this special milestone.

The 2 stars has nothing to do with the ambience, staff or drinks. Our waitress was excellent. The…read moredrinks were great but the foot was honestly terrible. The half chicken was completely flavorless and chewy. Honestly one of the worst dishes i've had in a long time. the burger was subpar i'd rather have mcdonald's. do not come here for food!!!!!!! only drinks and the vibe

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.

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!

Rae's Coal Fired Pizza…read more Salem "Complex electrical problems deserve complex pizza" -me This is an axiom I made up to justify buying an 18" pizza for lunch. I've been wanting to try all the heavy hitters of the New Hampshire pizza scene for awhile, but they all like to be in a tight pocket in Derry/Salem, and I flat out just don't come down here. Sure enough, duty called and I was a stone's throw away so got my favorite style of pizza here, the White. If I could describe this in one word, it would be Yuuuuuuuuuuuuum with exactly that many Us. Amazing cheese, life-altering roasted garlic oil, great chewy and crispy dough. If I lived nearby, they'd have to add a new category on the BMI after Morbidly Obese called Ricotta Body. Definitely give this place a try if you're into pizza that makes you question every pizza you've ever eaten prior to this.

Stopped here after hearing great things about the pizza, and it definitely did not disappoint. The…read moreBBQ chicken and Rae's Cheese Pizza were both cooked perfectly with a crispy crust, lots of flavor, and no grease. You can really tell they care about the quality of the food. Shoutout to Andre and Cameron for the friendly, welcoming service -- they went above and beyond and made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

Very welcoming fun spot the team was very nice and personable. They have a food menu but we were…read morethere for some cocktails and music .

They hold $75 on your card! They say it says it on the menu. It does on the 3rd page. What if I…read moredon't make it to the 3rd page! It doesn't say an amount. The waitress said you only need a card to start the tab never mentioned pre authorization! What a joke! The chicken tenders were dry! The coke tasted like it came from an old boot! The DJ was the only thing right in this place!

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!

Food is great atmosphere is open concept and sounds amplify…read more So if you are hard of hearing like me this may not be the place for you. Orders were App was bang bang broccoli- great flavorful change pace from the typical bang bang cauliflower we find at a lot of places. One main was lobster roll on a gluten free bun. Side was sweet potato fries. My wife really enjoyed this dish. Second main was Korean Krispy Chicken side of tater tots. Chicken was cooked correctly and the sauce amazing. Drink was a non alcoholic Guinness. I loved and recommend this dish. Our server came back and checked on us regularly and offered dessert at the end. Now was it worth a $100 lunch after tip? Yes it is. Life is too short to not enjoy yourself. Now eat some great food.

3rd visit in a few weeks time, the bar service is PHENOMENAL! Our only complaints were the…read moreabsolute lack of air conditioning (90+ degrees out and no working air flow on the second floor)! You sit there for 30 minutes and you lose your appetite, causing the restaurant to lose money. Watched multiple people walk in and directly back out even with ample bar space. The food is some of the best I've had at the chain. Love the wings, feta dip, general tsos chicken, and burgers! Drinks and friendly conversation with bartenders is amazing! If you don't make a reservation, don't bother sitting anywhere but the bar. They have 6 hostesses on a given night and not a single one will greet you or act professional. Can't get an accurate wait time aside from "X number of people ahead of you". No communication that upper and lower level seating waits are different. At the end of the day, come here for the bar and decent food. Don't expect air conditioning or appropriate management.

Everything was awesome. Even my picky wife loved the ribs. We will go back for sure…read more The screaming toddler sitting next table over was the worse part.

Our group's dinner here started very slightly awkwardly, but once we were seated, everything was…read morefine. We were a party of 7 showing up for dinner on a Saturday evening, unsure of whether a table would be available. When we got there, we saw the parking lot was not full, and there were empty tables. We were then told there would be a 10 minute wait, and I immediately thought, "Uh oh, they're understaffed." I don't know if someone over heard one dining companion say "Oh, there's a table over there that can accommodate us, " but within about 2 minutes, we were immediately seated there. I was unsure what to expect from this small BBQ chain, but after looking at the menu, I was very optimistic. What amazed me the most was their extensive whiskey selection, and of course I took advantage of that. My pour was generous and reasonably priced. Most of the other drinks came out quickly, though 1 was delayed. It was very easy to split our group into separate checks, and we received great service from our waitress. I enjoyed everything I ordered, but if you have sensitivities to pepper, you may want to ask your server about the amount of pepper in any dish. My smoked turkey slices, tasty but maybe just a wee bit dry, has pepper on the edges. I was even more surprised to taste pepper in the beans. But overall, everyone in our group really enjoyed all of our appetizers and entrees. This restaurant is convenient to friends I frequently visit in the area, and we already agreed this will be a frequent future destination.