Van Auken's Inne

Bottom line - probably the best value for your seafood dollar we've experienced yet.

Van Auken's was up the street from our B&B and so on the last night of our time in Thendara (so cute) we followed our host's suggestion that we check out the seafood grill and live music that is held every Thursday.  Needless to say it ended up being a great evening - we got there at it's busiest, so the server was very apologetic (and obviously in the weeds) and kept reminding us that we got there at "the worst time," but we assured her that we were in no hurry.  It was a lovely night, and there was a guy playing some acoustic hits, including "Imagine" by John Lennon - we danced to that with our folks at our wedding the weekend prior.

Thursday nights is seafood grill night, so the owner sets up a big grill and makes a variety of stuff - mussels, lobster, king crab, scallops, etc. to order.  This was all quality stuff, very fresh and it showed by the crowd present.  We got the king crab and scallops (should have ordered the lobster for the $$), sides, as well as a bottle of wine.  All told we spent only about $60 including tip, which you can't beat with a big old stick.  We enjoyed the evening, relaxed, had some good seafood and wine, and the price was right.  Stop by while you're staying at the Moose River House BB (review forthcoming).