Clue: This giant fluorescent marlin keeps watch over the captain’s tables in the upstairs dining room of a downtown Concord establishment that when you walk in, it’s safe to assume that everybody knows your name. And if they don’t, they sure will be glad you came. Answer: Cheers Bar & Grille.
Clue: This wall decoration can be found at the spot that voters named best fried food in the recently released Cappies. Also, Matt Bonner is a huge fan. Answer: Beefside.
Clue: This rather large fish tank welcomes you to a Manchester Street restaurant where it isn’t out of the ordinary to see food flying through the air around your table. Don’t worry, though, it’s not an all-out food fight, but rather trained chefs doing their job.
Answer: Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar.
Clue: You might find it odd to see a goat with a chipmunk on its back behind most bars, but if you know the name of this local spot, you know why it’s there. Answer: The Crazy Goat.
Clue: This tiger lamp, which we can only imagine is a rare find in the lighting world, is on the south side of the drag that serves some of the freshest foods that all come from the ground. It’s also where you can give Kuma a couple quick pats for us. Answer: Willows Plant-Based Eatery.
Clue: We’re so happy that Alaina and Sean are so in love. Hopefully they find a nice little house like the one drawn on the chalkboard with the cute kitty at a restaurant that is downstairs in a square. If that’s not enough, it’s a spot that does karaoke, offers late-night dancing and is always serving drinks from the top shelf. Answer: Tandy’s Top Shelf Pub.
Clue: It’s not every day that you see a signed, framed picture of Muhammad Ali in his infamous Rumble in the Jungle fight, but it’s one of the many pieces of boxing memorabilia you’ll find at this little slice of heaven that My Cousin would love. Answer: Vinnie’s Pizzaria.
Clue: Don’t worry, this isn’t the last band to play at this establishment that’s kind of off the beaten path. No, this place is a hot spot for bands, dart tournaments, rotating craft beer and one of our favorites – a bowl of bacon. If you’re in the neighborhood, you should definitely stop by. Or should we say, in the area? Answer: Area 23.
Last week, we put together a scavenger hunt of items we found at eateries all over the city and asked for you to identify where each one came from. On the first day alone, we received five submissions, but only Marianne Fleischman got all eight correct, earning her a $25 gift certificate. Congratulations, Marianne! Here you’ll find the original clues (in case you missed them) and the answers.
