STONEWOOD TAVERN PEABODY MA

So it's February and the Groundhog didn't see his shadow (not that it makes a lot of difference with the crazy weather here in New England). A new month means a new theme so we are trying "Something New".
We are going to try someplace new or something different.

Tonight brings us to Stonewood Tavern 139 Lynnfield St Peabody MA . http://stonewoodtavernpeabody.com/

When we talked about coming here our friend Jill told us she loved the place and goes there often.  It is located at a small strip mall with a good sized parking area. Next to the door is a patio area where I'm sure there is dining during better weather. Diane came with us this week. Our daughters complained on my Facebook check in that we never invite them.

Upon entering we find a warm and inviting waiting area with a fireplace aglow. The decor is clean and new with lots of tables and a a large horseshoe shape bar with seating all around. We must have come at the right time for we were seated right away. Service was prompt and very friendly. It seems like a good old fashioned local pub where everyone seemed to know everyone else. The atmosphere was pleasant and homey.

The menu had some good comfort food with some nice variations of spices and sauces. In honor of Super Bowl Weekend we had a plate of house Nachos that were quite good.

Karen had the Steak Tip dinner.

Karen loved the presentation of all the meals it showed a good attention to detail. She felt the tips were cooked well and had a Bourbon BBQ sauce. She opted for the Cilantro rice which was tasty but a bit sticky. The veggies were julienne carrots and green beans which were cooked in an oil or butter which left a bit of an aftertaste. As a side a Mango Salsa proved a nice additional flavor to the meal.

Diane had Citrus Marinated Shrimp over Orzo Pilaf.

 She loved the presentation and especially the fact the tails were removed from the shrimp. The Orzo Pilaf was more than enough and in fact enough to take some home to add to a lunch later in the week. Overall, Diane was impressed with a new find for dinner.

I had Low and Slow BBQ Ribs.

I don't have ribs often. Usually if I do have them it's at a BBQ place. However, these caught my eye. I was impressed with the fact the server told me the ribs were pick up and eat as opposed to fall off the bone. I'm sure some people like ribs with a knife and fork but it doesn't matter to me. The ribs were well cooked and plentiful with just the right amount of seasoning and sauce. I hate when the sauce is slathered on and it's the only thing you taste. Tonight I could taste the meat and it was seasoned and cooked well. And I was able to bring a few home for a lunch during the week.

We all saved room for desert. Karen had the Peanut Butter Pie. Mostly like a cheese cake with a good strong peanut butter flavor and graham cracker crust. Diane had the special Blondie Brownie topped with Vanilla Ice Cream. My Dad was a baker his whole life and had a "Blondie" recipe we love, so whenever we see it we are always drawn to try it. I had Bread Pudding which was served with a Bourbon Caramel Sauce.

On the whole a great dining experience for our first time. Service was great. Meals were served promptly and were done well. We were actually in and out about an hour and a half. As we were leaving the waiting area was full of people. I'm sure the later you go the busier it becomes. Are we getting to the age when we seek out the "early bird specials"?  I certainly hope not.....

We will be back again. Maybe for a lunch as the burger and sandwich menu looked pretty good.