Sunday, August 12, 2012

Hops N Scotch (1306 Beacon St Brookline, MA 02446)

The decor is very different from FINALE (the prior occupant) but the soothing browns and comfy seats are very inviting and welcoming. I can see this place becoming a happening hot spot for drinks and bites to eat to give a run for the other area bars for their money. But they stand alone in their outstanding menu of spirits. The Scotch Egg with the spicy chorizo was amazing! loved it and wanted more! The fried Chicken Livers were delicious (a tad little over cooked) but the accompanying bacon dipping sauce soothed and cooled the saltiness a notch. While the salad was typical with a generous portion of big croutons and greens, it was a smidgeon bit salty for our taste. Pork chop topped with apple-poblano chutney and a side of green beans with cherry tomatoes: excellent. Pork was cooked perfectly (perfect char marks), chutney was delicious, veggies were crisp and flavorful (and seasonal). All in all, I think this place is going to do great because it's in Coolidge Corner, which is starving for places like this. It falls way short when compared to other established beer bars in the area, but that is to be expected.

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