When we were back in Boston over the holidays we had a couple of dinners out with old friends of mine. I typically have a running list of places new and old in Boston to hit on our annual trip, so when dinner plans come up I have a list of places to pick from for suggestions. Neptune was high on the list this year. Mainly because we love seafood and there are few places I'd rather eat seafood that in New England.
When we arrived at the tiny storefront in Boston's North End, I was pleasantly surprised that there didn't seem to be the telltale line in front that so many of the Italian restaurants in the neighborhood so often have. We went inside and saw a couple of openings at the bar, and I thought we'd luck out and get seat before my friend showed up. It was then that the hostess came over and took our name and said it would be a 90 minute wait! On a Wednesday night no less!
Luckily it was early and we weren't too hungry so we gave our name and number and wandered to a bar across the street for a couple of beers. While I'm not often one who likes a long wait, I appreciate the places that take your number so you can go explore the neighborhood or find a local watering hole for a beverage and maybe a nibble while you wait.