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Winter on the North Shore: Where The Bryony Girls Are Keeping Warm (and Well-Fed!)

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While May through October has us quite literally dancing in Amesbury’s streets, there’s something to be said about winter on the North Shore.

As boats get docked, pools get covered and the tried and trusted ankle-length coats come out, we know it’s officially the season of warm food, soul-soothing drinks and the types of crackling fireplaces that make you instinctively break out the board games or pour a glass of wine to have a life talk with a bestie.

With that being said, we can’t hibernate forever. As lovers of all things local, we’re sharing our go-to restaurants and bars that offer exactly what you need all year round!

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The Best Places To Eat & Drink in Amesbury, MA

Fortune Bar

The only thing friendlier than Friend Street in Amesbury is the crew at Fortune Bar. Open seven days a week serving up beer, bar food and shots, it’s our go-to for both a post-work drink or big night on the weekend. After all, is it even possible to have a Bud Light without a shot of Fireball?

Fortune Bar
12 Friend Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 388-0291
Fortune Bar Website

Barking Dog Bar & Grill

Did someone say ‘Hangover Helper Burger’? The Barking Dog did! While they have a menu that can and will cure any ailment, Barking Dog Bar & Grill is a super family-friendly restaurant in the heart of Amesbury, MA. With everything from cocktails to craft beer to fine whiskey, there’s a drop for everyone.

Barking Dog Bar & Grill
21 Friend St
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 388-9537
Barking Dog Bar & Grill Website

Phat Cats Bistro

When you have a ‘dollar oyster night’ you pretty much have our hearts. And that, our friends, is how we fell in love with Phat Cats Bistro. We also extra love eating and drinking there because they’re passionate about supporting local businesses and use farm-fresh ingredients from many of the local producers in the Amesbury area.

Phat Cats Bistro
65A Market St
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 388-2777
Phat Cats Bistro Website

Market Square Bakehouse

Open seven days a week, Market Square Bakehouse is our go-to for coffee dates, breakfast, lunch or an afternoon snack. Featuring a menu with loads of gluten-free and vegetarian options, they also offer specialty brews like cold brew, kombucha and local beer and cider!

Market Square Bakehouse
5 Market Square
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 792-5237
Market Square Bakehouse Website

Crave

Couple Crave’s cocktail menu with their selection of New England Craft Beer and Italian wines and your mouth is guaranteed a party. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday – Saturdays, Crave is both kid and adult-friendly and has total winners on the menu such as buffalo Brussel sprouts, fish tacos, crab cake sandwiches and loads of vegetarian and GF options.

We also love that while you dine, you can take in the gorgeous artwork by Paula Estey.

Crave
32 Elm Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 834-6075
Crave Website

Brewery Silvaticus

As lovers of craft beer, we often have to remind our hearts to be still when we walk into Silvaticus. Owned by the Head Brewer, Jay Bullen, you’ll find brews such as Classic Bavarian Hefeweizens, hoppy lagers and, of course, their award-winning sour ale.
Open Wednesday to Sunday, they have a fantastic taproom for tastings and an epic beer garden overlooking the Powow River. You can stick around for delicious food and a refreshing pint or fill up a growler (or two) to-go!

Brewery Silvaticus
9 Water Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 504-BEER
Silvaticus Website

Holiday Wine Bar

Despite the name, you get way more than wine at Holiday Wine Bar in Amesbury. On top of its epic vibe and huge selection of wines from around the world, you can pop in for a whiskey, cocktails, beer and amaro. Intimate, eclectic and a must do for date night or girls night, it’s one of the North Shore’s best bars by far. And yes! There’s food!

Holiday Wine Bar
15 Friend Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 792-5498

Cider Hill Farm

A must-visit all year round, Cider Hill Farm is a place you’ll want to kick back and relax in so be sure to book your day there in advance! With numerous activities on offer and super kid-friendly, you’ll get to pick tulips, grab lunch, go for a farm stroll, pick fruit, or grab a drink at their hard cider bar.

Contact Cider Hill Farm
45 Fern Avenue
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 388-5525
Cider Hill Farm Website

Flatbread Co.

When it comes to pizza you can feel extra good about, the minds behind Flatbread Co. are the masters. Through their use of organic ingredients, clean & chemical-free meat and gluten-free/vegan options, they create some of the freshest, tastiest and photo-worthy food in Amesbury. Available for dine-in or takeaway, you need to eat Flatbread Co. AT LEAST once while in Amesbury!

Contact Flatbread Co.
5 Market Square
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 834-9800
Flatbread Co. Website

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The North Shore’s Best Food & Drinks: 5 Amesbury Must-Dos

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We might be biased, but if you’re planning on visiting the North Shore, Amesbury is a non-negotiable must-do.

One of the reasons we love living here so much, and a major driving force behind starting Bryony & Birch, is the number of brewers, bakers, makers and shakers that call this beautiful pocket of Massachusetts home.

It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for craft beer, chocolate or a coconut lime margarita, the below five local spots have you covered!

Scroll down to discover the best places to eat and drink in Amesbury.

The North Shore’s Best Food & Drinks

Brewery Silvaticus

As lovers of craft beer, we often have to remind our hearts to be still when we walk into Silvaticus. Owned by the Head Brewer, Jay Bullen, you’ll find brews such as Classic Bavarian Hefeweizens, hoppy lagers and, of course, their award-winning sour ale.

Open Wednesday to Sunday, they have a fantastic taproom for tastings and an epic beer garden overlooking the Powow River. You can stick around for delicious food and a refreshing pint or fill up a growler (or two) to-go!

Be sure to check out the Silvaticus Events Calendar because they often host run clubs, yoga classes and even Makers Markets.

Contact Brewery Silvaticus:
9 Water Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 504-BEER
info@brewerysilvaticus.com

Click here to follow Silvaticus on Instagram!

The COOP Rotisserie

If you love food from the Caribbean and Latin America, The COOP Rotisserie is where you want to go. Chef-Owner Elvis Jimenez-Chavez is responsible for Amesbury’s best Salvadorian Pupusas, Cuban sandwiches and Coxinha!

The best part: They are amazing at catering to food sensitivities such as gluten and dairy! Open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 4 pm, they offer dine-in, takeout and curbside pick up! Even their sangria, agave Margaritas, beers, and wine are available to go.

Contact The COOP Rotisserie
36 Main Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 834-6432
thecooprotisserie@gmail.com

Click here to follow the COOP Rotisserie on Instagram!

Ovedia Artisan Chocolates

Open Monday to Saturday, Ovedia is a chocolaterie and espresso bar located in the heart of Amesbury. Need we say more?

Since 2007, this little gem has been our go-to spot for soul-warming espresso coffee and life-changing chocolate. While you can totally drop in for a sip and nibble, you can also grab coffee beans to bring home as well as fantastic holiday and host gift baskets!

Contact Ovedia Artisan Chocolates
36 Main Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 388-7700
antoinette@ovedia.com

Click here to follow Ovedia on Instagram!

RMA Craft Beer & Wine

If your plan is to head to Amesbury for a long weekend in a cozy b&b, but want something extra special to drink: you’ll want to head to RMA Craft Beer & Wine.

Located on Main Street, you can book a tasting to try beer and wine from around the world as well as our local drops! Uncomfortable about doing it in person? Not a problem: they offer virtual tastings via here!

Open 7 days a week, RMA Craft Beer & Wine in Amesbury seriously has the best selection of craft beer on the North Shore. Did we mention they do keg hires? (They do keg hires!)

Contact RMA Craft Beer & Wine
19 Main Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 792-5634
info@rmacraftbeer.com

Click here to follow RMA on Instagram.

Crave

Try not to get too excited, but Crave has a chocolate peanut butter martini. Couple their cocktail menu with their selection of New England Craft Beer and Italian wines and your mouth is guaranteed a party.

Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday – Saturdays, Crave is both kid and adult-friendly and has total winners on the menu such as buffalo Brussel sprouts, fish tacos, crab cake sandwiches and loads of vegetarian and GF options.

We also love that while you dine, you can take in the gorgeous artwork by Paula Estey.

Contact Crave
32 Elm Street
Amesbury, MA 01913
(978) 834-6075
managerofcrave@gmail.com

Click here to follow Crave on Instagram.

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