Editors’ Choice
Sacred Cod
Lifelong New Englanders Karen and Paul Chartier have turned their decades of experience working the fisheries on the Gloucester wharf into a perfect chipper wagon. The menu is small, but mighty—the fish and chips, perfectly breaded and crisp, boasts about a pound of freshly cut haddock that easily serves two people, alongside house-made tartar sauce and coleslaw. If you’re only one, grab the haddock taco—even the blue corn tortillas are made in-house—or haddock sandwich. Landlubbers will appreciate the grilled cheese, and everyone loves French fries. Follow them online for their location—they’re generally around Thursday through Sunday, popping up at local breweries and even garden centers. sacred-cod.com
Readers’ Choice
The Whoo(pie) Wagon, Topsfield
There’s always a line when this sweet ride shows up at an event—everyone loves these fresh-baked indulgent cakes sandwiching sweet, creamy filling. From the classic chocolate to s’mores and the ever-popular pumpkin, you can’t go wrong. Check the website for locations, or visit the bakery in Topsfield. 426B Boston St., Topsfield, 978-887-0795, thewhoopiewagon.com