Last night, as the #HalloweenHordes began to settle down #TheBaldOne decided to wander to the edges of the Sunday chaos.

Antique Table Asado – Salem MA had a few seats available in the dining room and at the bar. Our hungry hero stepped in, grabbed a corner bar seat and settled in for his evening repast. The Asado menu offers many of the Antique Table standards like a daily house-made pasta, but there are also some good Argentinian beef items on the menu.

A very nice Montepulciano Nicodemus “La Murate” of Italy began the meal. This rich red, fruity wine, featuring a nice hint of black pepper paired well with the “Bife de Chorizo,” a thickly cut 20-ounce Sirloin with mashed potatoes. Ordered and served rare, this tender, mildly savory cut of beef served to satisfy the eyes and the appetite. Asado is a recommended stop for the red meat aficionado.

Special mention is made for the mashed potatoes. With a smooth buttery texture, and just enough small unmashed bits to give a home-made touch, and some subtle seasoning. These spuds are worthy of the Sirloin.

Also in the mix was a greatly enjoyed side of the house Fettuccine in marinara. Yes, two starches. Why not? Consider it a carbo load for Mondays walk-a-bout.

Not to be left out was a nice chat with a newer Salem couple about the cause and effect of Salem’s annual infestation of visitors.

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Antique Table Asado – Salem MA serves up this Charcuterie and a side of Meatballs

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#TerribleTee and #TheBaldOne were looking for a meal Sunday Night and after a long discussion on the options, decided that it was time for a long overdue visit to Antique Table Asado – Salem MA. This was a first visit for both of our hungry heroes since change to the Asado concept. Other than the name, most everything remains the same but there are menu changes coming soon we were told.

The Anti-Pasto was was very pleasing to the eye, and portioned well enough for two, or even more depending on the appetites involved. Fresh mozzarella centered the plate with prosciutto, salami, peppers, and artichokes artfully placed around the plate. Three legit House Meatfettuccine with pork and beef served as another starter, with ricotta and a very nice tomato sauce.

Chicken Parmesan with Gnocchi was the entree for our TerribleOne. Flavorwise he liked this plate a lot, but thought that the chicken was pounded too thin. The sauce again scored high points.

Baldy went for the Orechiette with fresh, house fettucini. Sautéed with garlic and spinach in a light tomato sauce, this plate was made great by a generously portioned, and delicious sausage ragu.

This was a good meal.

We did inquire about the little shop at Collins Cove, and learned exactly… nothing.

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Anti-Pasto and Meatballs at Antique Table Asado – Salem MA.

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Antique Table Asado – Salem MA is serving us a little Sunday dinner tonight.

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It looks like there are some changes coming to Antique Table Salem. This is a rendering of the proposed signage that will be seen by the Salem Design Review Board tomorrow night.

Here’s the skinny as far as we know.

“We are very excited to announce our newest
Venture! and it is in the restaurant industry, after a decade of pursuing this dream, it finally becomes a reality! Effective as of February 1st.

Have you ever been to Antique Table Restaurant in Salem- Massachusetts? If you have, then you know where we will be!
Our initiative is a fusion of Argentine cuisine and their world famous “Argentine style Steaks” and traditional Italian pastas Dishes of Antique Table.

The new venture is called “ Asado steak bar by Antique Table.”
Treat your self to something amazing!”

http://www.asadosteakbar.com/?fbclid=IwAR3Swx-LdAx5eouMDHDr6I31hbuRUgsGh8GuGNsnmgzrqc0-KFmvZg-3j7Y

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Let’s sing the begins with “A’ restaurant song for Salem. We’ll provide the lyrics, you can write the music in your head as you scroll and read. Maybe something along the line of “Ob-La-Dee, Ob-La-Da, lunch goes on bra… you get the gist.

Adea’s Mediterranean Kitchen is on lower Lafayette Street. (Did LoLa ever stick as a trademark for this stretch of South Salem). Fresh, vegan friendly, and Kosher supervision by Chabad of the north shore.
American Flatbread Salem serves wood-fired pies, salads, and a few tasty desserts.

Great retro crafted cocktails are stars at All Souls Lounge and their small, vegan friendly menu features an eclectic, rotating selection built around hot dogs and grilled cheese sandwiches.

The pop-up Almarso World Flavor Kitchen is one you should be asking your favorite spots to bring in for a change of pace.

April’s, salem ma is on the far end of Highland Avenue. Try the Dominican Benedict.

Antique Table has a few intimate dining rooms, and a nice bar are with some window two-tops. drop in ans ask for the house pasta of the day, or take a good at the Specials menu which usually features a steak, or chop.

la, la, la la, lunch goes on.

#SalemRestaurantArray #salemmarestaurants #restaurantssalemma

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This photo of Piccolo Piatti was taken this morning. This small shop is a part of the Antique Table operation. It is not yet open.

There is something about this little building at the intersection of Webb and Collins Street that just encourages people to be patient, and to enjoy the anticipation of things to come.

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Caprese Salad ready to eat at Antique Table.

https://www.antiquetablerestaurants.com/salem/

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The last time that we saw a “Coming Soon” banner on this building at Webb and Collins Streets, we were in for a very long wait. Hopefully Piccolo Piatti of Antique Table origin won’t keep us waiting too long.

The link below shows their Winthrop menu.

http://antiquetablerestaurants.com/piccolopiatti/

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