 Buswell Pond, Gloucester, Massachusetts We're approaching 2 months living in Gloucester and working in Salem, Massachusetts. We've had enough time now to try out a few restaurants and, since we have about a month and a half to go before we hit that ol' road again, I'm relatively sure I'll add a few more to the list below.  Fisherman's Memorial, Gloucester, Massachusetts 51 Rocky Neck Starting here because 51 Rocky Neck offers a great place for an afternoon cocktail overlooking Smith Cove and, if so inclined, a good lunch or dinner. You can also catch a Water Shuttle there. We had dinner with family who was visiting us and had a great experience. Food and service was outstanding on a busy Labor Day holiday weekend evening and our table overlooking the cove, sweet.  The Rudder, Rocky Neck The Rudder Located within the Rocky Neck Artist Colony, Melanie and I had a nice meal here on a relatively quiet August Sunday evening. We chose the covered deck overlooking the cove. A very nice setting for dinner. The restaurant's celebrated chef has a number of restaurants and has won numerous awards over the years, including being inducted into James Beard Foundation's Who's Who of Food and Beverage in America. That said, while our dinner was truly solid, the service and ambiance great, it wasn't what I expected given all the accolades received by Ms. Lynch. My Steak Tartar and Mustard Tagliatelle (braised rabbit and rosemary) dish was fine, Melanie's Seared Halibut was superb. My problem is I've eaten Frank Stitt's rabbit dish at Highland's Bar and Grill in Birmingham, Alabama on several occasions and, honestly, I can also be a bit precious at times when it comes to dining out. I think most importantly our meal at The Rudder was a good value, that is, I didn't come away thinking I'd paid too much for an overhyped dining experience. Recommended.  Schooner Fest Weekend, Gloucester, Massachusetts Turner's Seafood at Lyceum Hall, Salem Located within Lyceum Hall, one of Salem's cherished (and haunted) historical buildings (from their website), Turner's Seafood is a good choice for fresh seafood. Located in downtown Salem, it's also close to many of the local attractions including Salem Maritime National Historic Site where Melanie is working this summer.  Jamie's Roast Beef Manchester-by-the-Sea Boston's North Shore where we're located this summer has a local delicacy, the roast beef sandwich. And. They are serious about it. Very. There are many purveyors of this iconic sandwich and, though we've only gotten a few recommendations about which place has the best and tried only three, so far for us, it's Jamie's in Manchester-by-theSea. From the bun to the sauce, to the mayo (or horseradish), and the cheese that one may use, you're in for a treat. I was skeptical, but I'm now a true believer. North Shore roast beef is not to be missed. It's just so very good.  From Laughing Gull website Laughing Gull, Manchester-by-the-Sea One of my favorite bicycle rides is from Salem Common to Magnolia, Massachusetts. Between the two points on my ride is Manchester-by-the-Sea and Laughing Gull, located there. While we haven't tried many items on their menu, I do know their scones and cat head biscuits are worth darkening their door for. The locals gather to see and be seen and catch up. Recommended.  Gloucester, Massachusetts Blue Collar Lobster Company, Gloucester, Massachusetts Donna, our bartender one afternoon at 51 Rocky Neck, recommended a number of local places to eat and drink.
Blue Collar Lobster Company was one she highly touted. She wasn't wrong. Blue Collar served up the best Lobster Roll I've had in awhile, maybe ever. Served hot or cold and containing 8 ounces of fresh lobster, it's more than one person should eat. But I did. Pro tip: Two people can easily share one Lobster Roll and come away satisfied. Not everyone had lobster, but everyone was pleased with their food. Recommended.
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