Seasonal ingredients are one of the many perks of summer dining, and, right now it’s striper season in Massachusetts. Swim out to 80 Thoreau in historic Concord for a four-course, bass-tastic menu showcasing a variety of preparations of the freshly-caught fish. From cool crudo with fennel and strawberry to grilled fillet with saffron and squash, Chef Carolyn Johnson is ready to show you what this fish can do. The menu is a steal at $55, and it’s only around for a limited time (June 28th to July 8th) so book your reservation soon, either online here or the old-fashioned way at 978.318.0008.

Crudo
Fennel, cucumber, strawberry gastrique

Cannelloni
Chanterelles, kale, summer truffle

Grilled
Squash slaw, saffron, nicoise panisse

Cheesecake Bavarian
Rhubarb, honey graham cookies