Freezing? Warm Up With Local Chili

Don't turn up the heat this winter, just buy some chili!

Are you frozen yet? Temperatures are dropping and ice is hardening in North Andover. We are amidst the grimmest and coldest times of the winter. There is a chance of snow in the upcoming days, and forecasts have our low temperatures in the 20s throughout the upcoming week. With a solid three or four months before spring, we need to thaw! Luckily, North Andover is home to some fantastic restaurants that make one of winter’s epic comfort foods, chili. Check out these three spots in North Andover to warm up, chill out, and savor some hot, steamy chili. 1. Boston Chowda We have to start with the town’s authority on all things soup. Boston Chowda tops our list because of its three different types of chili offered. First of is the Paul Revere …

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Success! Restaurant Week Concludes, Everybody Wins

North Andover Restaurants such as The Loft and Chama Grill enjoyed a successful Restaurant Week thanks to the North Andover Merchants Association.

All good things must come to an end and that includes the North Andover Merchant Association’s glorious event known as Restaurant Week. Almost half of North Andover’s restaurants participated in the event which had residents of North Andover and beyond savoring delicious food at spectacular prices. A pair of local businesses, The Loft and Chama Grill, had especially good experiences. “I’ve been seeing a lot of new people coming in, a lot of new faces,” said Michael Saal, a manager at The Loft. “Any time we reach out to a new customer is a great thing,” he continued. The Loft was offering a dinner special for two that featured a pair of appetizer, desert, and an entrée. “I’ve gotten good feedback on it, so I’d call that a success,” said …

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Kababapalooza Underway at The Loft

North Andover's favorite barn-looking restaurant wants you to try their kababs.

The Loft is a living piece of history right on Route 125 in North Andover. Located in a 160-year old structure, this restaurant began taking shape back in 1978. Owner Jim Dietz bought the place after it was renovated and it has become one of the Merrimack Valley’s most popular steakhouses. Since then it has been home to many popular dishes including Lobster Mac & Cheese, Baby Back Ribs, Orange Chicken, and so much more. The Loft is also one of North Andover’s most famous restaurants having been featured on shows like the Phantom Gourmet and in countless other local publications. Need a new reason to check out the loft? Well here are three: 1. Kababapalooza “We just bought a vacuum marinater,” said owner Jim Dietz. “It marinates the meats …

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Great Escape

Got a Healthy Appetite? Check out The Loft

Steaks, Chops and Comfort Food define this popular local dining establishment.

If ever you are craving an old-fashioned meat and potatoes dinner, you can find that and more at The Loft. And the satisfying options certainly don’t end with meat and potatoes. Well known for their savory Lobster Mac ‘n Cheese, The Loft also serves big appetite specialties such as New England Seafood Casserole or deliciously slow cooked Chicken Pot Pie. These hungry man meals are filling, well prepared and undoubtedly satisfying. Seafood dishes like Cedar Plank Salmon or a light and flaky Baked Haddock round out the menu along with excellent entrée salads like The Farmhouse or Cobb. The appeal of The Loft doesn’t end with their great menu; the ambiance sets the restaurant apart as well. Located in a 160 year old post and beam barn, the …

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