marlow & sons

marlow & sons

if you're in the mood to spoil your palette and sip on some fancy wine, be sure to check out marlow & sons on broadway, just past the bridge. you'll likely have to wait; after all, this tucked away spot only has about a dozen tables. if you want to beat the crowd though, go early (i'm talking 6 or 6:30) and grab seats at the bar.  that's what we did and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. our waitress and bartender were each incredibly friendly and the food was as delicate and flavorful as any other you'll find in the neighborhood. you know you're getting the freshest, best ingredients when you're served a hand-written menu...  

we started with some sparkling white wine and sampled the cantaloupe & ham appetizer. the cantaloupe was sweet and there was a smoky eggplant puree drizzled about the plate that set this dish apart from others i've tried.  after that, we ordered the 'big plate,' to split.  the 'big plate,' is a sampling of fresh seafood, all shucked and cracked so you don't even have to get your hands dirty. the lobster salad was by far my favorite.  they served it atop a cold lobster tail along with oysters, clams and fresh baked whole wheat bread. even the butter was softened. i love places that serve softened butter... 

dress casual but get ready for gourmet plates.  marlow & sons has definitely landed on my 'top 10 faves in the neighborhood,' list~