" In case you missed it, Westward—a waterfront institution—was purchased by the team behind back in 2018. The result? A slick, coastal-inspired place to slurp briny oysters with a view that reminds you where oysters come from. Their small plates are marginally better than the entrees, so consider Westward an A+ spot for sipping sparkling wine while snacking on potato chips with spicy clam dip, grilled gem lettuces with tomatillo caesar dressing, and baked oysters with 'nduja butter and melty beef lardo (courtesy of ). Bonus points if you do all of your snacking while sitting in a water-facing Adirondack chair. " - Aimee Rizzo