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Red Rock Bistro

141 Humphrey Street
Swampscott, MA 01907
781-595-1414

Red Rock Bistro restaurant information
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An informal yet elegant spot overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, The Red Rock Bistro in Swampscott boasts spectacular views of both the Boston skyline (which is just eleven miles away) and stunning sunsets over Swampscott Harbor.

Making the most of local, seasonal ingredients the innovative American menu leans heavily towards fish and seafood with perennial New England favorites taking their place among more contemporary fare. Locals also love Red Rock’s outdoor patios, Sunday jazz brunch, the extensive wine list and signature martinis.

News and Events at Red Rock Bistro restaurant

Get Tix for TV Diner's Platinum Plate Gala
Tickets are still available for TV Diner's fifth annual Platinum Plate Gala scheduled for Friday, January 20th.

Red Rock's Raw Bar
Revel in the bounty of the sea in its purest form when Red Rock Bistro hosts a shellfish raw bar ...

Scents at Seven in Swampscott
Red Rock Bistro is teaming up with Jo Malone Fragrances for Scents at Seven.

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Chocolate hazelnut mousse cake with milk chocolate and crème anglaise; pear Tarte Tatin with brandy crème anglaise; classic crème brulée; and peanut butter and banana ice cream cake with Oreo crumbs, fudge swirls, caramel sauce and caramelized banana
 
 
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1. noun A blend of ail (garlic) and oli (oil) in the parlance of the Provence region of southern France. Around here, we'd call it a garlic mayonnaise.
Assiette
1. noun French for "assortment," as in cheeses.
Chanterelle
1. noun A wild and nutty mushroom with a trumpet-shaped head.
Chorizo
1. noun Crumbly, spiced pork sausage.
Compote
1. noun Slow-cooked fruit in syrup.
Confit
1. noun Meat (usually goose, duck or pork) that is slowly cooked in its own fat and preserved with the fat packed around it as a seal.
Gremolata
1. noun Minced parsley, lemon peel and garlic.
Jus
1. noun French for juice, jus also refers to the unthickened juices from a piece of roasted meat.
Nage
1. noun This culinary buzzword usually indicates a bouillon with (among other things) white wine, shallots and herbs.
Pancetta
1. noun Cured Italian bacon.
Pesto
1. noun An Italian sauce traditionally made with basil, olive oil, garlic, pine nuts and Romano and Parmesan cheeses.
Pilaf
1. noun A seasoned rice or other grain dish in which the rice is sautéed before the liquid and other ingredients are added.
Ragu
1. noun Tomato and meat sauce from Bologna.
Risotto
1. noun Italian dish made from rice cooked by intermittently adding small amounts of stock or broth. Other ingredients are added as required.
Yuzu
1. noun A tangy citrus fruit with flavorful rind.