With summer fast approaching and most seasonal restaurants and bars now open on the small coastal towns of the North Shore, nightlife is starting to blossom into something more than a dozen sullen locals drinking PBR while giving dirty looks to the occasional misguided college kid that wanders in. One popular weekend hot spot that recently opened for the season is Captain Carlo's in Gloucester. Located in the heart of downtown with an outdoor bar and patio overlooking the harbor, this venue should never be as busy as it is. The bathrooms usually lack toilet paper and your feet stick to the floor. As much as we hate dissing bartenders because we know it's a tough job...the service blows. After ten pm, good luck getting a drink unless you're willing to wait half an hour and become infuriated by patrons getting waited on that just approached the bar. Even the potentially lovely patio area becomes a crowded smoker's den.
So you might be wondering, "Why would anyone come here?!" Well, we ask the same thing, yet weekend after weekend folks young and old flock to Captain Carlo's for drinks and camaraderie. For Gloucester residents, it's a place guaranteed to house every single person they know; it's a one stop shop for catching up with everyone and their cousin. Despite the lines and the negligent bartenders, the undeniable fact is that Captain Carlo's is a great place to socialize.
Insider tip: Since it's difficult to get a drink, come on the early side and order a few rounds before the crowd shows up. Take your booze outside and enjoy the harbor view without having to breath in the second hand smoke.
Captain Carlo's Restaurant
27-29 Harbor Loop
Gloucester, MA
(978) 283 6342
1 comment:
ya.....cc's, that sounds about right.
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