Town Tavern Arlington

Town Tavern in Arlington was quick to switch to take-out only and then added outside seating. Now they are serving inside as well. I have really missed eating in.

The outside patio. The dreaded parking meters haven't made it here.

Window table with a view. One person at a four-top? Not a problem.

I went with the Lunch Paneed Chicken (12) because the menu said that it was made with chicken thigh. "Boneless, pounded and lightly breaded Chicken Thigh in a Lemon Pan Gravy over Spaetzle tossed with grilled Kale and Smokey Bacon Bits". I actually had to look up panéed, and it just means coated in breadcrumbs and then fried in hot oil. This was the best-cooked chicken I have had in a long time. Tender and juicy with a nice coating. The Spaetzle had been slightly browned, and the whole dish was just awesome. I even liked the kale. The healthy kale was offset by the bacon bits. Service is always pleasant here. The Monthly Tavern Treat will restart in August. Keep an eye on their FB page.

Address: 201 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02474 Phone: (781) 859-5413