New city cafe, mimosa towers and Burger Mondays: Fall River Eats

Ashley Schuler, The Herald News
·5 min read

It's been a long work week, but luckily the weekend is on the horizon. Time to treat yourself!

With endless palate-pleasing places to turn in Greater Fall River it can be hard to settle on just one. But maybe we can help narrow things down.

We've compiled a list of meal deals, special events, and mouth-watering offerings at local eateries and markets to consider when planning your next night on the town, or quick stop for a tasty treat.

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Christopher's Cafe Carma is slated to officially open its doors at 1816 South Main St., Fall River, on Tuesday.
Christopher's Cafe Carma is slated to officially open its doors at 1816 South Main St., Fall River, on Tuesday.

New life at old Jeff's spot

A new eatery promising "a dining experience above all others" is opening its doors at a well-known Fall River spot next week. Christopher's Cafe Carma is calling local foodies back to 1816 South Main St., the former site of Jeff's ice cream, starting on Tuesday. They'll be serving up bakery items, artisanal pizza, as well as offering catering and private dinners or brunch at the intimate South End space. The core menu features a variety of hot paninis, cold subs, pizzas — like eggplant garlic burrata, fig and pig — salads and pastries — such as banana bread, bourbon pecan and salted chocolate chip. But their menu extends well beyond. According to a post on their Facebook page, hours will be 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and until 2 p.m. on Sunday. To get a sneak peek, visit christopherscafecarma.com or visit their Facebook page.

Head to Harvest Tap and Table in Swansea on Saturdays and Sundays to try their shareable mimosa towers.
Head to Harvest Tap and Table in Swansea on Saturdays and Sundays to try their shareable mimosa towers.

Breakfast and mimosa towers

What's better than breakfast? A breakfast feast accompanied by a shareable mimosa tower, perhaps. Head to Harvest Tap and Table, 2685 GAR Highway, Swansea, for a breakfast of champions every Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and check out their selection of specialty mimosas and flights. Mimosas not your cup of tea? They have beer, margarita and sangria towers available as well.

Try the Rodeo Bomber at Scotties Pub on Burger Monday, when all specialty burgers are only $10.
Try the Rodeo Bomber at Scotties Pub on Burger Monday, when all specialty burgers are only $10.

Burger Monday and karaoke night

If burgers are what you crave — or maybe just a chance to eat out on a Monday — check out Burger Monday at Scotties Pub, 202 Pleasant St., Fall River. All specialty burgers, with french fries, are only $10. Looking to mix a little food and fun? Join them every Wednesday and Friday, 8 p.m. to midnight, for karaoke. Showcase your singing chops for the chance to win a $25 Scotties gift card.

Red's Kitchen serves up a number of subs, including their new French Quarter and traditional Italian grinder.
Red's Kitchen serves up a number of subs, including their new French Quarter and traditional Italian grinder.

See what's new at Red's

Red's Kitchen, one of Swansea's newest eateries and home of globally inspired street fare, recently posed a question for local foodies: the new French Quarter Sub (cajun roast turkey, green olives, lettuce, provolone and remoulade sauce) versus the traditional Italian grinder - which one wins? You be the judge. Head to Red's Kitchen at 29 Market St., located in the Eskimo King building, and taste test them for yourself. And get a look at their latest offerings on their Facebook page.

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Chomp Kitchen and Drinks has announced they are putting the finishing touches on a new location at 279 Water St. in Warren.
Chomp Kitchen and Drinks has announced they are putting the finishing touches on a new location at 279 Water St. in Warren.

New home for Chomp Kitchen

We'll soon have another place to get delectable, one-of-a-kind burger creations, as Chomp Kitchen and Drinks has announced they are putting the finishing touches on a new location at 279 Water St. in Warren. A project in the works for the past two years, according to their Facebook page, their upcoming home will feature a beautiful patio, which is currently under construction. Check their Facebook page for updates on an opening date.

Tacos at the Sail Loft.
Tacos at the Sail Loft.

Taco and Tequila Tuesday

Every Tuesday at The Sail Loft is Taco and Tequila night, they offer different specialty drinks, tacos, nachos, and quesadillas. When you order the combo plate you get two tacos and a margarita for $20, choose from cod, shrimp, steak, or chicken served with rice and beans. The fiesta starts at 246 Elm St., South Dartmouth.

Patriot Place will be hosting its annual Irish Festival, featuring daylong festivities for the whole family, on Saturday, March 11, 2023.
Patriot Place will be hosting its annual Irish Festival, featuring daylong festivities for the whole family, on Saturday, March 11, 2023.

Irish Festival at Patriot Place

Looking for a family-friendly place to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? You're in luck. Patriot Place will be hosting its annual Irish Festival, featuring daylong festivities for the whole family, on Saturday, March 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy live performances by Irish musicians and step dancers, shop at special pop-up Irish-themed vendors and enjoy a full slate of free activities for young and old, including airbrush tattoos, a caricature artist, cornhole and a petting zoo. For a full lineup of activities and more information, visit https://www.patriot-place.com/irish-festival/.

Shrimp Mozambique is part of the dinner for two at Cafe Mimo.
Shrimp Mozambique is part of the dinner for two at Cafe Mimo.

Portuguese dinner for two

Looking for authentic Portuguese food and want to try a little bit of everything? Head over to Cafe Mimo for a $45 dinner for two Tuesday through Thursday. The meal includes two cups of soup, one appetizer, two entrees, and a bottle of wine or a pitcher of Stella. You can try chourico, favas, or fresh cheese to start; and then enjoy any of these entrees: cacoila, fish filets, shrimp Mozambique, fried pork loin, top round steak, or grilled chicken. Located at 1528 Acushnet Ave., New Bedford.

At Traveler’s Alehouse, you can build your own ramen on Mondays.
At Traveler’s Alehouse, you can build your own ramen on Mondays.

Ramen Mondays

How does a nice warm bowl of ramen sound? At Traveler’s Alehouse you can build your own ramen on Mondays. Start with a broth (beef, chicken miso, tonkatsu, or vegetarian all garnished with chili threads and scallions) and choose two vegetables (baby corn, bean sprouts, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, jalapenos, onions, or spinach) for $11. Additional proteins (brisket, chicken, tofu, steak, pork belly, shrimp, or ajitama) can be added for an additional cost. The combinations are endless at 111 Huttleston Ave., Fairhaven.

Do you have a special deal, menu item, or food-related events to entice the local foodies? Share it with us at aschuler@heraldnews.com.

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