Restaurants Review Massachusetts – The Back Eddy is located in Westport, Massachusetts near Horseneck beach and owned by star chef, Chris Schlesinger. We have been to the Back Eddy several times and there was one evening I’m pretty sure that I spoke with Mr. Schlesinger and didn’t realize it was him at the time. During our first couple of visits, I didn’t understand why anyone would order a pulled pork sandwich at this casual harbor-side restaurant, but now understand the chef owner’s background.
Eddy Signature Stuffed Clams
Our appetizer order was the Eddy Signature Stuffed Clams. The clam shells were filled with roasted corn and ground chourico and crumbles topped with a tabasco aioli.
Ernie also ordered the “Soup of the Moment” as a starter, which was Fish Stew with large chunks of cod fish and potatoes in a light cream broth.
Of course, Ernie ordered The Special for his entree. The sea bass special was a well-browned, pan-seared fish, oven finished and plated Portuguese style on a tomatoes, onion and summer squash. I was told that it was delicious.
The best fried scallops on the planet
For my entree, I ordered the Fried New Bedford Sea Scallops with hand-cut french fries and Eddy slaw. These scallops were the most amazing fried sea scallops that I have ever eaten. They were so savory and sweet and scallopy. I know, scallopy isn’t a real word, but imagine the most flavorful scallop on the planet, that is my definition of scallopy. The accompanying Eddy slaw was finely shredded cabbage and carrots with a subtle dressing. Old news, I’m a big fan of french fries. So when I say, I was uninspired by the somewhat greasy hand-cut fries, you might take the comment with a grain of salt.
Because Ernie appreciates an after dinner coffee and something sweet, we like at least look at the desserts. The dessert menu includes a limited assortment of home-style sweets. He decided to order a rocket fuel coffee and creme brulee, and enjoyed them both.
As we finished up, there was live music playing outside on the dock and we decided to head out to listen for a while. It was a pleasant finish to an enjoyable dinner. We’ll be back soon Back Eddy.