The YardHouse in Lynnfield

           Yard House is an upscale, casual eatery known for great food, classic rock and a draft beer offering that features over 125 selections at every location. There are 47 locations in 16 states, including three local (Fenway, Dedham, and the just opened Lynnfield, MA).

          Yard House’s unique beer system featuring a glass-­‐enclosed Keg Room housing hundreds of steel barrels was first filled on August 23. The beer is transported from the Keg Room to the center island bar by miles of overhead steel and nylon tubing. The new Lynnfield restaurant will offer 140 draught beer selections, including 20 beers from Massachusetts breweries, such as Clown Shoes, Jack’s Abby, Slumbrew and Wormtown. The Chalkboard Series will feature five hand-­‐picked draught selections that rotate frequently, keeping the selection both innovative and fresh. These featured beers are listed on a digital chalkboard prominently displayed above the island bar. Currently, the Chalkboard Series includes Shipyard “Smashed Pumpkin” and Slumbrew “Sittin’ on Hop of the World.”

          Having been to the Fenway and Dedham locations several times and enjoyed the burgers and beer, when I recently had the to attend a grand opening party in Lynnfield I decided to branch out and try some of the other menu offerings. Some of my favorites included:

Chicken Penne with Asparagus and Sun Dried Tomatoes

Southern Fried Chicken with Corn, Potatoes, and Country Gravy

Seared Ahi Tuna Sashimi

Garlic and Shitake Noodles

Tuna Tartare

Creme Brulee with Caramelized Bananas

Sparkling Chambord Cocktail

          Since the Lynnfield is farther for me than Dedham or Fenway, I will most likely return to one of those locations first. I've always been a fan of Yard House, and when I go back I'll definitely order something more adventurous than a burger (although the burgers are really good)!

          Yard House at MarketStreet Lynnfield will serve lunch and dinner daily. The restaurant will open daily at 11 a.m. and close at 11:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 1:00 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 11 p.m. on Sunday. Happy Hour specials will also be available, including a large selection of half-­‐price appetizers and drink specials. Happy Hour is available Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. and late night Sunday through Thursday from 9:30 p.m. until close.

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