50 Years of Great Seafood
Neighborhood: Salem & Essex County
Phone: +1 978 768 6400
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Named "One of America’s Top 10 Small Town Cafes" by Epicurious, heralded by Gourmet Magazine, Mark Bittman in Saveur Magazine, Roadfood, and The Boston Globe for outstanding seafood, and voted "The North Shore’s Best Seafood Restaurant" for 11 consecutive years, The Village Restaurant, a local institution for nearly 50 years, delivers the goods and more by offering classic New England cuisine with a contemporary flair at affordable prices in an atmosphere that is relaxed, casual and friendly
Tu-Th & Su 11:30a-8p, F & Sa 11:30a-9p
Reviewed by: Vicky from Boston, MA, USA on Aug 22, 2005
Best Fried Clams Anywhere!
We went to the Village Restaurant in Essex, MA on the recommendation of a friend, who said they had the best fried clams anywhere. Our friend was right, period. Not only that, but in a sea of clam shacks, long lines and picnic-style eating, the Village was a refreshing and relaxing oasis. We got a drink while we waited (but the wait wasn't that long) and then were cordially seated in a very comfortable booth. Air conditioning, excellent service, a full bar and great desserts made the entire experience one of the best on our swing through Boston's North Shore. We'd recommend the Village if you're within an hour's drive (that means in or near Boston, MA) -- it's well worth the trip.
Would you recommend this to a friend?
Yes
Why? / Why Not?
Great fried clams in a comfortable, full service restaurant. Great homemade desserts!
