Where's the JAM?

As I walked into the restaurant I was greeted by a waitress in golden cotton pajamas, as I turned to my left a family of four was being waited on by a younger man in red button down pajamas with sushi patterns all over them. Was this a weird dream? No way, I was just eating brunch at Tremont 647 in the South End.

Breakfast Burger, now that's something I could get used to.

AJ and his friends have been raving about this place since they first went there for brunch a couple months ago. The atmosphere is very relaxed and playful. The kitchen is in open view in the middle of the restaurant, allowing one to watch the preparation of each dish. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays and all the staff don their pajamas. Don't let those pajamas fool you, the wait staff is very alert, bringing by a fresh pot of coffee to those needing a little caffeine in the morning. Tremont 647 also offers a variety of teas, presented in cute ceramic pots.

Winter Vegetable Salad - beets, pears, turnips, and butternut squash with pecans

As I mentioned in my previous post, I can probably count the number of times I have eaten beets on one hand. However, in an attempt to take advantage of enjoying some winter produce in season, I opted for the winter salad. The presentation of this salad was just gorgeous - a towering rainbow of butternut squash, turnips, feta cheese, pears, beets, and candied pecans. The plate was drizzled with a creamy lemon dressing and sprinkled with chives. All of the items mimicked eachother in size and texture, except for the feta and pecans which provided a nice contrast of sweet crunch, and creamy tang to the mellowed roasted vegetables.

AJ chose a Tremont 647 signature brunch item - the breakfast burger. This beef patty is served on a toasted wheat bun, and topped with vermont cheddar, bacon, avocado, and a fried egg. This dish will definitely satisfy your hunger. While this might sound like sensory overload, the avocado and egg serve as a nice creamy complement to the crispy bacon, and juicy meat. The fries served with this dish were crisp and salty. The chef certainly knows how to have fun with the menu, and the burger is not the only dish that gets creative - a homemade poptart is offered at brunch hours. AJ had raved about the pumpkin poptart he had devoured on his last trip. I was eager to try out the new flavor - apricot. The pastry dough was warm and flaky, putting those pop tarts of my youth to shame. However, as I finished my first bite, I was left wondering where is the jam? The frosting and dough completely overpowered any semblance of apricot filling. I finished off my half regardless, as the dough was that good, but kept hoping each bite would spring forth a tangy stream of apricot jam.

Homemade poptarts - so cute!

The wait staff was very responsive to our small complaint about the pop tart. Our waiter said that the kitchen is open to customer requests, and that our pumpkin pop tart might make a reappearance should we whisper that as we walked by the kitchen. With such friendly staff and delicious food, I think a second trip might be warranted.


1.5 out of 3 JAMs

Tremont 647
647 Tremont
Boston, MA

The Other Side

Beet Stew

One of AJ's favorite spots in Back Bay is this cafe, the Other Side. I'm not sure if the name is a reference to the other side of the country, but its menu certainly reflects a certain west coast vibe. One of my favorite items is the California Wrap - a plethora of different veggies (onion, cucumber, shredded carrots, sprouts, lettuce, sprouts), cucumber dill dressing, avocado, havarti dill cheese stuffed in a tortilla. A variety of wraps, sandwiches, and paninis are offered. On this past visit, AJ ordered the turkey club minis - essentially a turkey, bacon, and provolone panini, cut into four pieces. It was served with a "special sauce" - which was probably some combo of ketchup, mustard, and mayo, but regardless it was tasty.

Turkey club melted minis

While AJ opted for a more traditional meal, I decided to venture into uncharted territory - Beet stew. I can probably count the number of times I have had beets on one hand. However, a couple of months ago I decided to roast some beets, and to my delight I found that I really enjoyed them. In an effort to take advantage of vegetables in season, I decided to order the beet stew. This dish wasn't much of a stew, but more a bowl of roasted beets, kale, and chickpeas seasoned with salt, pepper, and a little garlic. The beets were sweet, with a slight crunch. The textural contrasts of the kale and chickpeas worked nicely with the beets. I don't know if I would order this dish again. If you're looking for a vegetarian option that's suprisingly filling, I would recommend going with their veggie chili.

Sippin' on a pb & j

The other side has much to offer in the choice of beverages - beers on tap, coffee, tea, and some fabulous smoothies. One of our favorites is the pb & j - a charming nodd to a childhood treat. This smoothie is a blend of bananas, strawberries, pb, ice and yogurt. On this occasion, the smoothie was rather icy and lacking in fruity flavor. When this drink is at its best, it is a great combination of sweet bananas, tart strawberries, and smooth peanut butter.

If you're looking for a variety of choices at a bargain price, head to the other side.

1.5 out of 3 JAMs

The Other Side

407 Newbury St

Boston, MA

'Ha ru'de!

Boston "uncommon" roll (if only the wait staff were as clever as this name).

After an afternoon spent watching the Will Ferrel film, "Elf", and eating cookies, we all wanted something lighter for dinner. We decided on sushi at Haru. AJ called ahead to reserve a table, as pretty much any place in Boston starts to fill up quickly for dinner. The hostess responded, rather rudely, that they weren't taking reservations (even though AJ has made reservations before).

We decided to head over regardless, because Haru is located a block away from AJ's apartment and we really didn't want to walk in the cold. The entrance was packed with people waiting for a table, and as we walked in the host asked us if we had made reservations. Well this certainly got our blood boiling after having dealt with such a rude response to our request for reservations earlier. We were told they could seat us at the bar if we were willing. With our stomachs growling, we agreed.

They seated us at the bar, giving us a view of the sushi chefs at work. Unfortunately the seats at the bar are rather low, allowing one to see the chef's heads, but not their preparation of the sushi (another disappointment).

As we took off our coats, Nick placed his laptop behind his chair. As soon as he began to peruse the menu a waitress came over demanding that he move his laptop or they would move it for him. It wasn't so much the request that was disarming, but the manner in which the waitress spoke to him. We had yet to order, and so far the service had been very poor.

Salmon avocado roll and tuna sashimi

After disappearing for awhile after we had placed our drink orders, our waiter returned. AJ and Nick both ordered the "Boston Uncommon" roll, Anna the phoenix roll and I got the salmon avocado with tuna sashimi. An order of steamed dumplings was requested as well. Our waiter returned five minutes later to inform us that the steamed dumplings would take longer than anticipated because they were "still frozen". We were dumbfounded that a waiter would admit that a dish was frozen. I mean it is not as if we were at a TGIFriday's. The dumplings were brought out and were given decent marks by Nick and Anna. But for the price, you would expect something a little fresher.

Although many of us had eaten at Haru before and enjoyed the sushi, our expectations at this point were pretty low. As I stared at the sushi chefs over the bar, I kept hoping that the next roll they brought out would be one of ours. After a solid 20 minutes of waiting, they brought out our rolls.

The "Boston uncommon" is just that - beautifully presented in pyramid form with a rainbow of colors that visually whet the appetite. The flecks of golf add a sophisticated feel, although they add nothing tastewise. The flavors themselves are unique, with bits of mango and ginger creating a tropical sensation around the salmon, tuna, and avocado that one is used to experiencing in a sushi roll.

The salmon and avocado roll was solid, nothing extraordinary. The tuna sashimi was an excellent cut of fish that was smooth and buttery as it rolled down my tongue. For $10 my meal was reasonably priced. The signature rolls will cost you $17-19 (a little exorbitant in my opinion).

Overall, the food was pretty good, but not worth the poor service and high prices.

1.5 JAMs

Haru

800 Boylston St

Boston, MA 02199

"Where Pizza is Art"

"Lunch for Henry" - Henry is Didi's cat. Apparently cats love butternut squash as well.

Pizza as an art form. This seems to be how many critics describe the ethic of pizza makers these days. But could a pizza joint in Cambridge really pay homage to the culinary icon that is pizza? AJ and Justin had raved about Veggie Planet so much, that I offered them a guest spot on thisfoodismyJAM. They never did take me up on the offer, so I knew I would have to taste this for myself.

On Saturday, we headed to Cambridge to get some veggies into our system before eating cookies and drinking hot cocoa (so what if the veggies were covered in cheese?) Veggie planet has quite the admirable mission: they use only vegetarian ingredients, support local farmers, purchase organic ingredients when possible, use organic dough from a nonprofit bakery doubling as a homeless service provider, and donate a percentage of their profits to other organizations working for social and/or environmental change. If only eating pizza could make you feel that good all the time?

Veggie Planet is tucked away in the basement of some shops. The decor doesn't exactly inspire the same awe as John Harvard's University, but I think that's the point. As AJ put it, the veggie plant vibe is like: "we're gonna make some really awesome organic pizzas, if people want to eat them that's cool, whatever". The eatery also doubles as a music venue on some evenings. Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers are coming on Dec 26th (oh how I wish I could be there). I did enjoy that effort was made to decorate the place for the holidays - festive snowlakes were hung all over the place.

A crowded house at Veggie Plant is easy to explain with the wondeful menu that is offered.

The "special of the day" - mushroom spread, butternut squash, spinach, and fontina.

Justin and AJ had experienced the wonders of butternut squash topped pizza on their previous trip. AJ agreed to split a large one, so that I could try it for myself. The "special of the day" beckoned to me as well, so I ordered a small one to split with AJ. Seriously the menu is amazing and I had difficulty choosing just two options. A large and a small is enough to feed four people. We definitely over ordered, but we were both starving so it worked out well.

The "Lunch for Henry" is topped with mashed butternut squash, goat cheese, caramalized onions, and sage. This pizza is so perfect on a wintery Boston day. The dough was crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The sage and squash combination is such a classic, and the addition of crunchy caramalized onions added great texture. The goat cheese was gooey and salty which was the perfect compliment to the sweet squash. This pizza is the reason I love salty and sweet combos!

I shouldn't have worried about how the special would follow "lunch for henry", because these flavors blew me away. The mushroom puree was garlicky and earthy, providing the perfect platform for large chunks of roasted butternut squash and sauteed spinach. The nutty fontina cheese melted into the winter vegetables pulling it all together.

As I finished off my last bite of crust I felt so content. The only thing that made me sad was knowing that there is no Veggie Planet Pizza in Virginia. Seriously, it's that good.

3 out of 3 JAMs

Veggie Planet Pizza

Club Passim

47 Palmer Street, Harvard Square

Cambridge, MA

Dining on Newbury Street

I was up in Boston this weekend, and had the opportunity to eat at a couple of different restaurants. There are a plethora of cuisine options in terms of price, type of food, and ambiance.

Hello pistachio goodness.

On Thursday night, AJ, some friends, and I headed to the shopping hot spot that is Newbury Street and walked into Kashmir for some fine Indian dining. This was actually the first restaurant that AJ took me to when I visited Boston for the first time. The interior is decorated with shades of gold, white, and red giving the dining room a palatial feel. Asian artwork adorns the walls.


We decided to kick the night off with some beverages - a pistachio shake, and a couple mango lassis. These refreshing beverages were meant to be enjoyed with spicy food. The beautiful seafoam green beverage was slightly sweet with a wonderful pistachio flavor. The mango lassi was smooth, but not too thick - a tropical delight.


Kashmir offers a variety of seafood, meat, and vegetarian options. Each of us ordered a separate entree, but we ended up sharing a chickpea dish and the chicken tikka masala. I usually opt for the chicken tikka masala, which features chicken in a creamy tomato sauce (a safe 'American' option). This time, I wanted to try something different. I settled on a dish that would pay homage to my love of eggplant, Baigan Bharth

Baigan Bharth

Vegetable Pakora

We ordered some vegetable pakoras to tide us over until our entrees arrived. I am not used to the consultant lifestyle where eating is apparently the last priority (those PLs are such slave drivers). We commenced dinner at 9pm, a far cry from my usual 6:45 dinner time. The vegetable pakoras were crunchy with a slight sweetness that was balanced nicely with some cumin and other spices.

The entrees arrived with fresh, hot naan. Naan is quite possibly my favorite part about eating Indian, and this batch was no disappointment. The naan was warm and chewy, with some nice char marks from the tandoor oven. We also sampled some peshwari naan - which was stuffed with lots of butter and coconut. You can't go wrong with a recipe like that.

The chicken tikka masala was very good, but how badly can you mess up chicken in a tomato sauce? The chickpea dish had a similar sauce, with tomatoes and onions. Nothing was very spicy, even though we had all ordered it "medium". I guess no one trusts that some white kids can handle the heat. The eggplant dish was probably my favorite, it was loaded with garlic, and mashed into a creamy consistency. It had some slight heat from the curry powder.

Chicken tikka masala, cozying up to some warm naan.

All in all a solid meal. Most places on Newbury Street are slightly overpriced. The vegetarian dishes were all $15-16, a little high in my opinion. The flavors were good, and if you're looking for a great location, you can't beat this spot.

2 out of 3 JAMs

Kashmir

279 Newbury St

Boston, MA 02116

Fast Food: Good for You?

With all of the concern over obesity, diabetes, heart disease, etc, more and more fast food chains are offering health options. In addition many restaurants and food chains have grounded their mission in providing healthy, fast food options. One place AJ and I like to grab a quick bite is B Good, a Boston chain dedicated to providing "real food" made by "real people"(with a name like that it has to be true right?). Nutritional information is provided on their website. Most of their burgers are under 500 calories, and the 16 oz fruit shakes are under 300 calories. But do they taste good?

The West Side and a mango shake.

B Good serves veggie, turkey, and all-beef burgers. You can also get a side of steamed veggies, an order of fries (regular or sweet potato), and a shake (made with ice cream or fro yo). I am usually all about trying new things, but after trying the black bean burger with salsa, avocado, and fresh cilantro (also know as the West Side), I can't get anything else when I come here.

The veggie burger is hearty, with whole grains and chunks of black bean and spices, that make it easy to forget the meat offerings. But the toppings totally make this burger what it is. The avocado is mashed into a rich, creamy spread. Who needs cheese when you have fresh avocado? The chipotle salsa adds just a little kick, and the fresh cilantro adds a bright, fresh flavor. What fast food joints do you know that offer fresh cilantro (btw one of my favorite herbs)? The wheat bun is soft, yet sturdy enough to handle the toppings.

Another favorite of mine at B Good, is the mango shake. The fruit tastes fresh and ripe. It is blended with ice and yogurt to make a delicious frozen treat (but I have had 12 delicious mangos already...). This trip, the shake was not exactly up to par. The mango was quite tasty, but it wasn't blended well, leaving huge chunks of fruit stuck in my straw. Large pieces of ice were left at the bottom of my cup, and the shake didn't have its usual thick and creamy consistency.

As long as the blender debacle isn't a trend, I would definitely recommend trying this place out.

1.5 out of 3 JAMs

Veggie Extravaganza!

In terms of cooking, there is nothing I find more inspiring than a farmer's market. I am in love with the market in Copely Square! There is so much gorgeous produce. This time of year is perfect for picking up some lovely squash. At my friends' requests, I decided to pick up some butternut squash.

Beautiful varieties of squash.

I have wanted to whip up a batch of butternut squash soup for some time now, but have just never gotten around to it. I decide that now would be the perfect opportunity. I would serve the soup as an appetizer for the dinner I was preparing for the bf and some friends. I didn't know what I would serve as the main entree, until...

...I came across these purple beauties. The moment I saw them I knew the focus would be on eggplant. I don't know how I ever avoided this vegetable. It used to make me cringe, but now I can't seem to eat enough of them. When I told AJ what I had bought, he requested eggplant parmesan. This would be a dinner of firsts for me! I could only hope I could pull it all off.

On Sunday night, I began slicing up my squash, onions, and apples for the soup, and then began on the eggplant. To serve everything at the right temperature I would need to plan the preparation of this meal carefully.

I began roasting the vegetables so that I could let the soup simmer while I prepared the eggplant. After I sliced the eggplant I had to flour, egg, and bread them before sauteeing them. I created one batch of eggplant parmesan the traditional way and one without breadcrumbs for AJ. (I told him that if he didn't like the breading, then he didn't really like eggplant parmesan but he didn't want to hear it.) I layered the eggplant with tomato sauce and cheese and threw it in the oven for 30 min at 350 degrees.

Pureeing the soup in batches.

Looking edible...

Putting the final touches on the soup (some roasted squash seeds)!

Matt slicing into the eggplant parm.

Eggplant + tomatoes + cheesy goodness

These dishes were a little difficult to prepare at the same time. I tried my best not to burn myself while trying to sautee the eggplant and puree the soup at the same time. It was a challenge, and I can see how chefs develop those scars of honor preparing dishes in such a time crunch.

The butternut squash soup was awesome in my opinion. The apples and caramelized onions complimented the sweetness of the squash. The stock and garlic added a savory component. The lemony thyme and cider knocked this outta the paaark (my poor attempt at a Boston accent).

Here are the recipes:

I adapted the soup recipe to feed a smaller crowd, and changed some of the ingredients.

CREAMY SQUASH SOUP
Adapted from ''Out of the Earth'' by Kerry Downey Romaniello (Spinner Publications, 1999)
Time : 1 hour 40 minutes

3 pounds butternut, buttercup, Delicata or Hubbard squash, halved and seeded (JAM Note: I used 2 medium sized butternut squash)
Olive oil
3 carrots, peeled (JAM Note: Used 2 small)
2 medium onions, halved but not peeled (JAM Note: Used 1 medium)
Salt and fresh black pepper to taste
5 cloves garlic, peeled (JAM Note: Used 3 cloves)
4 apples, cored but not peeled, cut in 1/2-inch chunks (JAM Note: Used 2 small cortland)
1 pound red or white potatoes, peeled, cut in 1/2-inch-thick slices (JAM Note: Used 1 medium white potato)
2 large sprigs thyme, plus extra for garnish
2 quarts chicken or vegetable stock. (JAM Note: Used 1 quart)
1/4 cup apple cider (JAM Note: I added this)
1 tsp cinammon (JAM Note: I added this)

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place squash, cut side down, in baking pan lightly coated with olive oil. Toss carrots and onions in a little oil and salt. Add to pan with squash or place in separate pan. Roast vegetables until tender: carrots and onions 40 to 50 minutes; squash about an hour. (JAM Note: The squash took a 1.5 hr)
2. Scoop flesh from squash and place in 6- to 8-quart pot with carrots. Peel onions and add to the pot with garlic, apples, potatoes, 2 sprigs thyme and stock. Add water if needed to cover ingredients. Bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer until potatoes are falling-apart tender, about 30 minutes
3. Puree soup in batches; return to pot and season with salt and pepper (JAM Note: and cinammon and apple cider). Reheat very slowly before serving. Leftovers may be refrigerated or frozen; add a little water or stock when reheating.
Yield: about 10 cups (JAM Note: Yields 6-8 cups)

I researched recipes online and found them all to be very similar. I based my recipe off recpies from Allrecipes.com and Epicurious.com.

Eggplant Parmesan

3 medium eggplant (sliced 1/2 in thick)
2 cups all purpose flour
2 eggs
1 cup grated parmesan cheese (preferabley parmegiano reggiano)
1/2 lb mozarella (sliced into rounds)
3 cups Japanese panko breadcrumbs
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1 32 oz can stewed tomatoes
1 jar tomato sauce
2 cloves garlic (minced)
Oil for sauteeing

1. Pour sauce and stewed tomatoes into a saucepan. Add seasoning and garlic and bring to a simmer.
2. Add flour, salt, and pepper to a large plate, mixing together well. Mix eggs together in large bowl with a tbsp of water. Pour panko, parmesan cheese, and italian seasoning onto a large plate, mixing together well.
3. Heat a couple tbsp of oil in large saute pan. Dredge a slice of eggplant into flour, then egg, and finally panko. Add to hot oil. Cook each each side for 3 min and then flip.
4. Take a large baking pan and pour a layer of sauce into the bottom of the pan. As eggplant finish cooking, place a layer of eggplant on top. Top with more sauce, and then a layer of mozarella and parmesan. Repeat with eggplant, sauce, and then cheese. (JAM Note: I made three layers)
5. Bake in oven at 350 degrees for 30-40 min.

Mmmm Meaty...

I was able to arrive in Boston on a Thursday night due to the generous scheduling policy of my organization. Unfortunately, my consultant bf had to work the following day. I amused myself Friday morning by exploring the Back Bay Area and then met up with him and his friend and co-worker, Justin. AJ, tired of the usual Cosi salad, had a moment of genius and proposed the Carving Station to satiate our hunger.

That huge butcher knife isn't exactly the warm welcome you would hope for...

You can see from the amusing pictures, that this isn't a vegetarian sanctuary.

If you are looking for meat, and lots of it, then this is the place for you. Recommended by the Phantom Gourmet, the Carving Station offers a variety of deli sandwiches, meat platters, and a couple of side dishes.

Pork BBQ sandwich with pita chips.

Always searching for the best pork bbq, AJ bites into his sandwich.

The pork bbq is tasty. The meat is juicy, but the sauce is a little overpowering with a mostly ketchupy flavor. (JAM Note: I personally prefer a little more vinegar to my bbq - Carolina style). The potato bun is available for most sandwiches and tastes like it was freshly baked that morning. Soft on the inside, with just a bit of chew to the exterior, it provides a nice compliment to the large layers of meat inside.

Roast beef with Vermont White Cheddar and bbq sauce.

I chose the roast beef sandwich on a potato bun. This sandwich was amazing. The roast beef was amazingly tender and juicy. Sometimes I just crave red meat and this sandwich certainly provided that fix. AJ agreed that this sandwich kicked butt. The cheddar gave a sharp tang that offset the sweetness of the bbq. I wasn't even hungry, but I had to finish this sandwich.

Large bites are required!

Justin savoring his turkey with cranberry sauce (a trend I am finding among sandwich shops).

I love the combination of roast turkey and cranberry sauce, especially this time of year. Another winner, it seems you can't go wrong here.

The Carving Station

2 out of 3 JAMs

Sticky Sticky Buns!

I came to Boston this weekend to visit my boyfriend who works here as a consultant. Next to seeing him, I think I was most excited to come to Flour Bakery. I had read about it in Blondie and Brownie, one of JAM's favorite blogs. Located in the South End, this bakery is owned by chef Joanne Chang. Her sticky buns have been featured in gourmet, the new york times, and Throwdown with Bobby Flay (click to view the episode).

Crowned with a Best of Boston Award, you can understand why I was hyped to sink my teeth into one of these delicious sticky buns. (JAM Note: These buns often sell out early, so be sure to call ahead if you really want one.)

This bakery sells an abundance of delicious treats from sweet brioche, cupcakes, cookies, tarts, and cakes.

AJ has the honor of getting the first bite.

AJ, Anna, and Josiah decided to accompany me to the bakery, because who doesn't love baked goods? The gang decided they wanted lunch as well as sticky buns. The line was pushed to the door. When we finally ordered we were starving. We decided to do dessert first and dug into the sticky buns. The dough was buttery and slightly sweet. A swirl of sugar and nuts ran throughout the dough. The caramel glaze was incredible, and definitely pushes these sticky buns into a different category. It was rich and creamy, with just a little stick-to-your teeth attitude.

J likes his sticky bun.

I am so excited!

A rooibos latte. A nice compliment to a sticky bun.

We all agreed that the sticky buns were awesome, but the sandwiches were delicious as well. AJ and I split a turkey with cheddar on whole wheat foccacia, with cranberry sauce and field greens. I love the combination of turkey and cranberry sauce. The bread was soft with a slightly nutty flavor from the wheat flour.

Anna got a roast beef with horseradish and red onions. I don't what it is about roast beef this weekend, but I loved this sandwich. The combination of the spicy horseradish and cool beef was amazing.

Chomp!

If the masses of people crowded inside this establishment means anything, then we definitely have a winner. This is a great place to grab lunch, or to indulge a sweet tooth (if you don't mind waiting a little).

JAM Note: You can order and pay ahead. This saves time waiting in line.

Flour Bakery
3 out of 3 JAMs

Barking Crab

It was friend Matt's birthday, and his family came to Boston to help him celebrate. Lucky for me, that meant I got to join them for a wonderful seafood dinner at the Barking Crab. Located on the edge of Fort Point Channel in Boston, this restaurant provides a fabulous view of the water. The outdoor seating is perfect for summer, but we were lucky to be able to enjoy our meal on a warm fall evening. The wooden tables and benches remind you of your typical crab shack.

This establishment is known for its crab and lobster. Knowing that crab was included in the name, I went for the former. The King Crab legs were moist and tender. Crab meat is definitely one of my favorite seafood options, the meat is slightly sweet, offset by the salty seawater flavor. This rare treat was delicous. I also found a great way to crack open that hard exoskeleton - a big rock! It covers much more surface area, and doesn't hurt your hands like those crab crackers.

AJ digging in while the bday boy cracks open a crab leg.

AJ went for the linguini with lobster cream sauce. This dish was slightly disappointing. With minimal lobster (there were probably three or four chunks of lobster) and a slightly watery sauce with little flavor. The zucchini and mushrooms that were tossed in were decent. If you're looking for big lobster flavor I would go for the whole thing and skip the pasta dish.

Crab person, tastes like crab, talks like people!

Overall, this was a great dining experience. I always enjoy hard work involved in eating crab legs. The outdoor air and the view of the water didn't hurt. I would definitely recommend coming to the Barking Crab if you're in Boston.

The Barking Crab
2 out of 3 JAMs