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2375 Useful, 645 Funny, and 1601 Cool
Salem, NH
Yelping SinceMay 2006
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Salem, NH 03079
(603) 898-5436
Kev's Country Store
Categories: Beer, Wine & Spirits, Convenience Stores
My local quickie mart has new owners. "KP" is the new Indian owner and seems very nice.
Much has changed at Kev's. The former owners discontinued the lottery as well as payment of utilities, and a lot of inventory.
I hope it all returns, esp the lotto. Me loves my POWERBALL.
Otherwise it looks the same.
I will update as more changes come about.
People thought this was:
- Useful (1)
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12/2/2006 First to Review
Kev;s is a local family owned dapaniere store that I stop into everyday. Its has a nice local flavor.
I love the location on N Main st, as it is so close and it has saved me so many times from having to travel the extra 7 min to the RT 28 strip to buy a staple item that I needed. They also have beer and wine, lotto, and soft serve ice cream. I really like their fresh made small sandwiches (egg, seafood, tuna, and chicken) that they make every morning which I enjoy for a non traditional breakfast. they also have coffee, hot dogs, homemade clocks, popcorn, ribs, some iffie staple produce, newspapers, and the like. I like it that I can be in and out in less than 1 minute.
Always friendly and good service.People thought this was:
- Useful (1)
- Cool (1)
Tonight was a 2 piece jazz band. Cool!
Love the fresh white and clean table clothes and napkins. - Now that is gracious living!
Some of the menu highlights include:
Calamari- lightly breaded and fried- never greasy- Nice and spicy dipping marinara. Grated carrot garnish does not make sense? WTF?
The chicken parm- Just perfect- cheesy, and the tomato gravy is so good.
Again- the Bruschetta is to die for.
Vodka Penne- Creamy and spicy heaven.
Solid 4 stars overall.
My suggestions for improvement: CLEAN & REMODEL THE MEN"S ROOM! Total YUCK!
-I found out this does have a handicapped restroom. Please unlock it for the customers and for an official YELP inspection.
Too bad wheelchairs can not enter the front door.
- Only 2 dessert options? WTF?
- According to my Italian female companion, the cappuccino was terrible. I concur-- it smelled of instant hot chocolate.
- They do not take American Express.
All the small positives make Lucianos a delight and a relaxing place to kick back and unwind after a stressful week.
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10/10/2009
Thanks to Yelper Annette for finding this little treasure located at 52 Gilcreast Road.
A great little place with huge portions.
We went last night and here are some of the highlights.
- White Crisp tablecloths and napkins
-The Bruschetta- absolutely AMAZING! Never had it this way!
-Huge Portions
-Big Outdoor Deck for el fresco dining(we ate inside, can't wait until next summer!)
-Big unpretentious menu offering all the traditional Italian favorites- the Chicken picata was so good!
-Live music on Friday and Saturday nights : a duet of violin and accordion.
Some negs: The dining room is open concept- not too private.
- VERY Bright dining room
- Men's bathroom is in horrible condition. Not filthy dirty, just old and gross. News paint, and a new exhaust fan.
-Has a bar, but did not look too inviting.
Has a wheelchair ramp (not ADC Recommended) however big step over threshold which a wheelchair could not get over.
- Bathroom is not handicapped accessible
Over all I loved this place and can't wait to come back and try more menu items. .
Our bill came to $51 for 1 app, 2 entrees, and 2 drinks.People thought this was:
- Useful (1)
I believe the decor...an kitschy American mix of urban pop, to 50's Doo wop.
I LOVED Herb Ritt's poster of Madonna "True Blue 1984"!!"
The food is not bad either. Sassy waitress and surley serivce.
Sunday AM on the TV was AMC- Movie Classics. Cool!
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I was in the Danvers area for a conference and I stumbled upon this place as I needed a quick lunch fix.
Hong Kong Cafe was exactly what I needed. A fast lunch choice!
The Cafe is very clean and family owned. I was quickly seated in a large booth near the window.
I ordered L21, Szechuan spicy beef w/ pork fried rice and chicken fingers.
Water, tea, and a local paper entertained me for 10 minutes and out came my lunch, piping hot.
For a quick Tuesday lunch for $7.75, lunch was delicious and filling.
Not greasy. Good attentive service. I like how they service the duck sauce in a maple syrup decanter. Cute.
In and out in under 30 minutes.
Now that is a business lunch.
Haverhill, MA 01832
(978) 372-1011
Ayer's Village Thrift Store
Categories: Used, Vintage & Consignment, Antiques
Sign "For Sale" is on the building.
Another thrift store bites the dust.
People thought this was:
- Useful (1)
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4/18/2008 First to Review
A cute little thrift store on Rt 97 between Haverhill and Salem, NH.
I stopped in to check out this fairly new business.
Inside they have a little of everything: Books, dishes, furniture, clothing, records, CD's, small appliances, and kicknacks.
The prices were VERY LOW which I was surprised and took notice.
Their brochure also reports that they donate some percentage of sales to local area nonprofits however they do not say how much. They also ask for donations from the public to sell in the shop.
I am a bit wary of these for profit business, as their earnings are private and not open to the public or community.
Minus 1 star for that.
Otherwise it is a good little shop, clean, organized, and I was greeted upon arrival.People thought this was:
- Useful (3)
- Cool (3)
Manchester, NH 03102
(603) 641-6691
Family Outfitters Thrift Shop
Categories: Thrift Stores, Community Service/Non-Profit
Very clean and well organized. A good amount of housewares and furniture.
85% woman's clothes. Yikes!
Prices on housewares were good.
All for a great local charity and mission!
I just needed a small cake, and they had many cakes of all sizes and flavors.
The owner guy explained all the cakes to me, however appeared to be abrupt in his delivery as well as his initial greeting.
He seemed more interested in the TV that was playing.
Cake cost $15.99. which was personally scripted with a happy birthday message.
Does not take credit cards for orders under $17. Good thing I had cash!
The cake, BTW was delish.
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1/18/2008 First to Review
Dennis and I were invited to dinner by our friends and for dessert, our friends served some delicious Italian pastries from this quaint bake shop.
We sampled some delicious cannolis, lobster claws filled with sweet ricotta cream, chocolate cakes, and tiaramesu.
They do not have breads here, just sweets, cakes, and pastry.
parking is difficult, as they are on a very busy intersection of Broadway and Main Streets.People thought this was:
- Useful (7)
- Cool (3)
The Stove Shop made it easy. It sales woman was 1st class, professional, and answered my hundreds of questions.
I got a fair price, they came down a little when I asked.
The came and installed the stove on time, the installers knew what they were doing and were professional.
I can not emphasize just how easy it was to deal with these people.
I love my little pellet stove and have had no problems at all.
I would recommend this shop to anyone.
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10/12/2008 First to Review
Dennis and I have been pondering about purchasing a pellet stove fireplace insert for quite some time now.
We have come to this Stove Shop several times to browse and look at the variety of wood, gas, corn, and pellet stoves offered.
They are quite expensive, here but the sales team are great with answering questions and customer service.
They also have some really awesome Weber gas grills here.People thought this was:
- Useful (2)
- Cool (2)
We went this past Sunday and they finally reopened and they have a new sign, carpet, flooring, paint, ceiling tiles, and some new furniture.
Same great menu, however some recipes have changed.
The coffee is better (stronger). and the home fries are better too. Not sure how.
Menu prices are the same but I think the specials on the board, the prices are lower. $5.00 omelet? Hello? Can't beat that ANYWHERE.
Same great staff and over all French Canadian charm.
I heart this place.
People thought this was:
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2/24/2008
I finally made to Chez Vachon!!!
My friend Alan came down from Montreal and I suggested that we try Chez Vachon to see how it compared to Canadian cuisine.
Located on Manchester's French Canadian, West Side, we found it without any difficulty.
We walked in and the place was packed. Our waiter was very nice and helpful and gave us coffee and waters. The coffee is freshly ground and it was delicious.
I ordered a meat pie (tourtire) which was served with a rich beef gravy, a regular small poutine with REAL CHEESE CURDS and gravy, and a side garden salad.
Alan got eggs Florentine which came with home fries.
Everything was delicious. They have daily specials and I must go back for the salmon pie.
I even got some cheese curds to take home for Dennis. The waiter sold me 1 lb for $8.99.
Dennis and I love them so much we make our own poutine at home.People thought this was:
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I guess his service is okay.
He comes on time. His work is efficient and he seems to know what he is doing.
He cleans / vacuums the oil furnace.
Changes the air filter.
Changes the filter on the oil tank.
Checks the piping and air venting to the chimney.
Probably more too.
He is a solo operation. He says he works for another heating company FT and this is his side job.
We paid $130. Our neighbor reports that he knows a guy that charges less.
Go figure.