I think folks have forgotten how great this restaurant is. It used to have lines so long and now no. We had dinner there the other evening and the fried clams were as perfect as one could ask for, the onion rings were totally delicious, the corn bread yummy, the baked crab – out of this world, the scallops scrumptious and the Sicilian Chowder, the best one has ever had. We have a lot of fine restaurants on Cape Ann, and we go to all of them, but this gem is being forgotten. Also, the beauty of this restaurant is that you can carry on a conversation without a lot of noise. We talked with the owner, and he said, “no one is coming over the bridge anymore”. That is quite sad because this has the freshest fish that you could ask for and cooked by an excellent chef. Their prices are very affordable, and we would love to see lines there once more. Sandy and Eben Andrew
The Village Restaurant In Essex Gets Some Love
Good Morning Gloucester 
We’re still here with the same recipes an expanded menu, a page full of our own desserts, more comfortable surroundings, and a new summer patio. Please, no more big lines. We get tired easier. Thank you for the nice review. Kevin
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yes yes yes ….the food never disappoints , the prices are right and the seating options fit whatever you need , from the friendly bar to the huge booths. Love the place.
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it is a lovely place, and the food is always good- and served with a smile. a leisurely lunch there with friends is one of the joys in life . good parking too !
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love this place! The baked seafood casserole, haddock and fried clams never disappoint. Also, the Indian Pudding and Coconut pie are delicious!
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