All aboard!

I’m truly surprised we didn’t think of this sooner.


We were out one night enjoying dinner at The Buttery in the South End. We were stalling by ordering one more round of drinks…then coffee…and then of course dessert – just dreading having to drive back home to the North Shore.

We should have taken the train – and why not – the four of us live within walking distance to two MBTA Commuter Rail stops. We have often taken the train into Boston to avoid dealing with both non-existent parking and pulling the short straw for driving duty. There is just something novel about formulating an evening based around accessibility and train times. And at 30 years old, I don’t know why I still think it is ingenious to meet up with friends on the train.


Well that’s when “Choo-Chew” was born - a blog about reviewing restaurants accessible by train! (This did lead to many train/restaurant puns, which were much funnier at the time.)


We are looking forward to broadening our scope and exploring new restaurants (and old faves) in and around the North Shore, South Shore *wince* & Boston.


Spring has sprung (almost!) and we can’t wait to put away our parkas and stretch our legs! The summer will lend itself not only to restaurants a bit further beyond train stops, as walking is much more enjoyable in 75 degree weather, but we can’t wait to add “The Ferry” to our public transportation line-up. We are hoping in the fall to take the train up to Portland for leaf peeping and all food “pumpkin.” And not to wish the year away, but we can’t wait to give “Snow-Train” a try on the first blizzardy evening. Mark your calendar – this is one multiple-stop night you won’t want to miss!


For those of you living in Boston, we hope our reviews will get you to not only try new places next door, but allow you to explore beyond the city limits – even without a car. For our friends and family on the North Shore – going beyond the North Shore Mall shouldn’t be scary! Gone are the days of packing up the wagon and “heading into town.” A short trip on the train brings endless possibilities to the familiar weekend topic of “what should we do tonight?”


Guest diners are a must – for new angles and refreshed conversations – so let us know if you want to hop on.


Cheers & hope you enjoy the ride!
The Choo-Chew Diners