Waterview Editors’ Choice, Seasonal The Market, Gloucester Standout Qualities: A quintessential New England view overlooking the boats bobbing on the Annisq...
Vietnamese Editors’ Choice Soall Bistro, Marblehead Standout Qualities: Many recipes come from the two owners’ mothers, including the classic pho, which simm...
Vegetarian Editors’ Choice Life Alive, Salem Standout Qualities: Dedication to organic sourcing, sustainable packaging, and consideration for both employees ...
Thai Editors’ Choice Royal Orchid, Rowley Standout Qualities: Thoughtful service, with food cooked to order (nothing sitting around waiting to be dishe...
Tacos Editors’ Choice BuenoMalo, Andover Philosophy: Just like Abuela makes. Using recipes passed down by his Mexican grandmother, chef/co-owner Franco ...
Sushi Editors’ Choice Osaka Asian Bistro, Merrimac Standout Qualities: A repertoire that goes well beyond the standard tuna and salmon (though those are...
Steak Editors’ Choice Pellana Prime Steakhouse, Peabody Standout Qualities: This old-school steak house serves classic starters such as Clams Casino, sh...
Small Plates Editors’ Choice Alto Forno, Peabody Philosophy: Sophisticated yet playful bites served in a space that evokes a billionaire’s over-the-top Manhatt...
Seafood Editors’ Choice (Tie) Tonno, Gloucester What’s Unique: Chef Anthony Caturano butchers his own whole tunas, enabling him to offer unique dishes lik...
Sandwich Editors’ Choice Port City Sandwich Co., Newburyport Standout Qualities: From specials like the Crab BLT to standbys like the West Newbury, packed ...