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    Red Heat Tavern

    3.6 (494 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    My ceasar salad and Sauvignon blanc
    Rebecca L.

    Excellent excellent service and food and wine. I ordered the chicken melt with broccoli. Served on time. Excellent waitress. Great ambiance

    Dunked Sweet Thai wing
    Gary G.

    Yes, it's a chain, but great wings. Buffalo wings and Sweet Thai wings both nailed the crisp exteriors and fully juicy interiors, with flavor from the outside (sauces) and inside (marinades). The sweeter wings weren't one-note sweet. The Buffalo had some kick, some vinegar, and nice richness to the sauce. Yes, it's a chain (and I usually despise chains), but it's a small one. Though affiliated with another one (Burton's). Yes, the prices are higher than they should be, but great wings. Server on my recent visit was dreadful, but great wings.

    Southern Fried Chicken (buttermilk fried chicken, thyme, white bacon gravy, green beans, garlic mashed potatoes)
    Daniel L.

    My family setup a reservation for a moderately large party (12) as we have had good experiences with Red Heat Tavern. Upon arrival, we were promptly seated and the staff distributed menus. They took our orders and promptly filled them. For beverages, they were proactive in keeping them filled, a level of service not often seen in this category of restaurant. The appetizer of fried pickles was large enough to share and the meals were well prepared and nicely presented. I ordered the Southern Fried Chicken which was crispy and juicy. The gravy was delicious and paired well with the mashed potatoes. The green beans were firm, crisp, and warm, just the way I like them. Definitely worth returning! Hint: Batters and many items are gluten free. As part of the Burtons family, they are very conscious of food sensitivities/allergies and will adjust dishes accordingly.

    A split order of the Fried Chicken
    Elvira C.

    While in Boston I was craving gluten free Fried chicken and came across this gem. Upon entry the hostess was friendly and informed us of the options we had for Gluten free items. Our waitress was very helpful and answered all questions which made us feel comfortable with food ordering and by stating that they can make just about anything gluten-free (except Mac and cheese and pretzels). The restaurant was not packed but had a decent crowd for a noon rush. Ordered a starter of the sticky ribs that were made with General Tso sauce and practically falling off the bones. Then we proceeded to the order of the Fried chicken (gluten free) with garlic mash potatoes and gravy and a side of Parmesan French fries, because why not. The order of chicken came split as requested and was a decent size for both of us and was phenomenal, perfectly cooked, and very tender. The mash potatoes were flavorful and the fries tasted so fresh. All I can say is that I look forward to coming back to the Boston area just to be able to try another dish or hoping to one day see you in South Florida in the near future!

    Blueberry lemonade sangria
    Nikk S.

    I love the food and vibe here. The service can be slow, but it is because there is always a crowd.

    Cobb salad
    Drew A.

    Went here with some coworkers after a sorry long day at the office. I was watching what I ate, so I ordered the Cobb salad, which was pretty good. Others food did look way better They have a decent beer tap list as well. Service was friendly. I would definitely go back and try this place again.

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    Great lunch spot. Brought the team for lunch - burgers and fries were good, parm fries excellent. The salads were fresh and enjoyed!

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    Great food great atmosphere and super service (gluten free is easy too) affordable food and great service

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    Had curbside takeout. I didn't find my food to be particularly tasty. My bf's burger had a hair in it. Gross!! That's enough for me.

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    The atmosphere is cozy and not too loud where you can't have a conversation. Food is very good and the service was great.

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    Lobster Claw Seafoods

    Lobster Claw Seafoods

    4.1
    (301 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    I visited 2x in the last 3 weeks. I needed to have a 2nd chicken tender plate, which I thought was…read moreclose to perfect! Perfectly cooked...perfect amount of french fries and plenty of ketchup (on the table!). What more can I ask for? I haven't visited the Lobster Claw in close to 10 years. However, I was in Andover recently and passed thru N. Reading on the way home. We happened to drive by the Claw and I kept it in my mind to re-visit soon. The location is newer than I remember. It has been recently painted, new seating, lighting and ordering area. I love that they have plenty of ketchup on each table. I feel like that goes a long way to their commitment to their customers. The food was tasty. I really enjoyed my visit Vibe: family fun location Coke/Pepsi; Coke Parking: Plenty Price: Fair market (I did not get Clams) Service: Excellent *****

    Bump Bump Bump, Another one bites the dust, another one bites the dust... Sadly, that is what…read morehappened to my favorite seafood place recently. Been going here for years, rarely disappointed. Recently they were closed for "renovations" for awhile. That might also mean they changed hands, sold out. In my experience, that is never a good sign, the new owners will surely ruin a good thing, they'll cut back on quality, raise prices, and change the recipes. My best guess is that's what happened to The Lobster Claw. Or they just went downhill. Went here last week for lunch. Walked in, where am I?! They now have a big divider between the seating area and ordering. You're corralled into this area first. The giant blackboard menu is gone. Now they have a small, cramped, menu above the register. I had to squint to read it all. I gave the girl my order which she got wrong THREE times. The Calamari basket, well done I said. I always used to tell them well done because it tastes better and the breading doesn't slide off the fish. Now where do I go to pick up my food when it's done? There's a sign that say's "Takeout Pickup" next to the register. Is that all one word, or for takeout orders and picking up what you just ordered? So I wandered aimlessly out of the dividing area and into the dining area. A window at the end with a sign, "BEER AND WINE." Is that where I go or is that for ordering booze and paying for it? So I sat down at a table and waited for my number to be called. I got my food pretty quick. I asked the new kid, looks like the old staff was not there anymore, for a lid and a bag for my thimbleful cup of chowder, that cost $7.00 by the way, to take home. He acted like I was inconveniencing him. This is after he plopped the tray down and spilled some of the chowder broth onto the tray. Thanks a lot Junior! Sat down to eat. Calamari...not well done. In fact it looked and tasted under done. It was chewy, and the breading was falling off. ONE tarter sauce with it. They used to give out two and then asked you if that was enough. Saving money for the renovations are we? The fries under the Calamari were soggy, greasy, cold, and under cooked as well. I didn't finish my meal obviously because to be frank, it sucked. Later on at home I tried the fish chowder. Maybe at least that will be the saving grace. Nope. It was the consistency of oatmeal, like it was put in a blender. Bland and watery as well. $ 30.00 I'm out for a meal that I could have got at Market Basket for one third the price for frozen fish sticks and a can of chowder that would have tasted better than that disaster. Next time I'm in the area and want some fish, I'll be going to McDonald's for a Filet-O-Fish meal instead. And another one gone, and another one gone, another one bites the dust...don't let them get you too.

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    Surf Restaurant

    Surf Restaurant

    4.2
    (234 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    We were in the are for a sick friend so we didn't expect much but we aimed high we wanted seafood!!…read moreThis place didn't disappoint with great varied menu ; great ambience and nice server. We totally enjoyed it the lobster roll was delicious....my other half devoured it...my baked seafood platter was perfectly done the scallops were the best I've had in a very long time . Definitely a place to go.

    I love Surf - I work around the corner so I have had a few work dinners over here and it always…read morehits the spot. We got a bunch if appetizers - started with the calamari which just has such a good flavor with the marinara and cherry pepper rings in it, then the crab rangoon dip which was okay but not my favorite, the portion was really small with a ton of a chips but no dip. We also got the crispy green beans which are exactly what you expect, I do wish they had a bit more seasoning because I don't love the wasabi dipping sauce they come with. We then got the jalapeno and bacon wrapped scallops, as well as the seared pork gyozas which are by far the best appetizer on the menu - the chili slaw it lays on has the most insane flavor and the crispy outside of the gyoza is just to die for. We all got various meals but me and a friend split the hot honey salmon sushi roll and the umami veggie sushi roll - both were amazing!! I will always get the umami, as basic as it is the flavor is just unreal. Only negative thing I have to say is that the service was very very slow, for a Monday night at 7pm, it was busy but not busy enough to not be greeted at the table for 25 minutes, then wait for drinks for 20 minutes and then not get to put our order in until an hour of sitting at the table, so that was a bit disappointing but first time we have had this issue.

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