Boston Restaurant Blog -- November, 2011

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and with it, turkey dinners on the horizon for countless folks in the Boston area and beyond. And while I like a good plate of roasted turkey with stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce as much as the next person, there are other types of turkey dishes that can be every bit as tasty, if not more so. A few of these items happen to come from dining spots that we have reviewed within this site, including the five below:

1) Turkey Shawarma from Rami's, Brookline
Rami's is a tiny spot on the edge of Coolidge Corner that is known in part for its outstanding falafel. But it also has a truly amazing turkey shawarma, with the meat coming from a spit and sliced very thin. It is crisp yet tender and moist, making for some of the best shawarma of any kind, be it chicken or otherwise, that you will find in the Boston area. Address: Rami's, 324 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA, 02446. Phone: (617) 738-3577

2) Deep-Fried Turkey from Mrs. Jones, Dorchester
Another spot that is not much larger than a shoebox, Mrs. Jones is really more of a takeout place than anything, even though a few counter seats can be found inside. But whether you dine in or do takeout, one of the can't-miss items at this authentic soul-food place in Lower Mills is the deep-fried turkey. You can choose from white meat or dark meat (or both), with the meat being moist and extremely flavorful, and further enhanced by their excellent gravy. Address: Mrs. Jones, 2255 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA, 02124. Phone: (617) 696-0180

3) Monte Cristo Breakfast Sandwich from Victoria's Diner, Boston
Victoria's in the Roxbury/South Bay section of Boston is one of our favorite diners not just in the city, but in all of New England, as they feature interesting takes on classic comfort food dishes. One such item is the Monte Cristo breakfast sandwich that is made up of tender turkey and ham along with Swiss cheese, all stuffed between a couple of pieces of French toast. The result is a mouthwatering concoction that can be enjoyed early in the morning, or any time of day, for that matter. Address: Victoria's Diner, 1024 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, 02118. Phone: (617) 442-5965

4) Turkey Meatball Sandwich from In a Pig's Eye, Salem
A wonderfully offbeat and eclectic eatery on the North Shore, In a Pig's Eye is also your classic neighborhood spot, with locals frequenting the place (and very few tourists to be found). This is another one of those "inventive comfort food" spots, with one dish being the turkey meatball sandwich. This item includes house-made turkey meatballs with a mild tomato sauce, grated parmesan cheese, and mixed greens, all stuffed into crispy and hearty panini bread. Address: In a Pig's Eye, 148 Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970. Phone: (978) 741-4436

5) Turkey Tips from Cronin's Publick House, Quincy
Cronin's is a little-known neighborhood watering hole that is known in part for their outstanding steak tips, but so many other items on the menu at this local spot are worth getting, including the grilled turkey tips, which, depending on whom you talk to, equal if not surpass the steak tips here. It's all about the marinade when it comes to Cronin's turkey tips, with both the teriyaki and Cajun marinades being fantastic. Address: Cronin's Publick House, 23 Des Moines Road, Quincy, MA 02169. Phone: (617) 786-9804

There are plenty of other good turkey dishes that can be found at various Boston-area restaurants, but these five should help give you an idea of some of the alternatives to your basic turkey dinner that can be found out there. If you have any favorite turkey dishes, please post a comment below, thanks!

Posted by MH, Boston's Hidden Restaurants, on November 16, 2011.
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1 COMMENT:
Emily D. said:
I love the Fat Turkey Sandwich from the Fat Cat in Quincy.
Posted on 11/14/12

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