Fodor's Expert Review Canoe Clubs

Bedecked with canoes, paddles, and classic Dartmouth paraphernalia, this festive spot presents live jazz and folk music on most nights. The mood may be casual, but the kitchen offers imaginative preparations, including memorable starters like a roasted beet medley with a spiced chocolate sauce and an orange glaze, and steamed mussels in a delectable garlic-and-herb sauce. Among the main courses, the Malay curry shrimp with cucumbers, peanuts, and coconut curry is a favorite. There's also a lighter, late-night menu.