Tin Pan Alley. The name conjures up New York City, the 20s and 30s, speakeasies, music. Our own Tin Pan Alley here in town conjures similar images. When you walk in, you are usually greeted by music, mostly piano (in season there is nine hours of entertainment daily!!) The space itself is long and narrow, like an alley, with tin ceilings, dark blue walls; there’s a throw-back feel, with a contemporary flair. But ask the owners Jack and Paul what they are most excited about, and they say their local chef, who is Le Cordon Bleu trained. Chris brought out a delectable grilled East Coast halibut that arrived surrounded by his own Green Goddess sauce, which he says is nouvelle: no tarragon, no heat, just a watercressy, green, chill, summery dish! Everything is homemade by this home-grown chef, and you can eat in the front dining room, or go to the back room, which is like a front room because it faces the water. See the sand-colored walls, the blue ceiling. You have arrived, beachside!
Tin Pan Alley
269 Commercial St.
508.487.1648
tinpanalley.com
