These locals are open for business, but with some changes for the health and safety of our community. We’ve clustered them based on services, roughly. (Email The Cricket with new updates via news@thecricket.com.)
(978) 704-9571
The restaurant offers online ordering either through the website: alliesbeachstreetcafe.com or by downloading the “Toast TakeOut” app. Allie’s plans to offer delivery too. Call first!
Beth Gibeley reports that Bravo-by-the-Sea is available for curbside service. Check out the expanded menu (sandwiches/subs) as well as the pizza and salad staples. Bravo will do a lot of take out, curbside! Call or go on Instagram for details and order online at Bravobythesea.com.
(978) 921-5211
Open for takeout, please CALL before arriving to place your order and pay over the phone. We are not taking cash or credit cards at the store (so as not to handle cash or cards) - only preparing food for pick up.
978-525-3230
Tamie Rodolosi, who owns Magnolia 525 with husband Larry reports that the restaurant is open 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday through Sunda for take out, delivery and curbside per request. Check out the website for menu and ordering (525magnolia.com) or call with your orders.
978-890-7139 and themillessex.com
The Mill, the newly-opened popular sandwich shop and café is taking orders over the phone starting at 9 a.m. for take out orders that change weekly such as Shepherd’s Pie ($15, serves two), Meatballs ($15, six large) and Jamaican Jerk Chicken ($12, serves 2). Curbside pick-up from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. day Sundays, Weds - Saturdays to 4 p.m. Delivery available between 3 – 4 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday – Saturday from 4 – 5 p.m. to Essex, MBTS, Gloucester, Rockport, Hamilton, Wenham, and Ipswich. Owner Josh Silverstein said if anyone has ideas for meals, send them to themillessex@gmail.com!
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978-768-6057
The 106-year-old institution is open for take-out, curbside, delivery and drive-through. Go online to woodmans.com and check out the menu (including always gluten-free seafood) and order. Note, it’s also good to check out the restaurant’s FB page regularly for hours and information on ordering.
978-526-7333
4 BEACH Gifts & Goodies will be closed until the end of March. If anyone needs a gift to pick up they can call the 4 BEACH team and make arrangements at 978-526-7333. Liz, Jen, Pam and Dean send word that everyone at 4 BEACH hopes the community remains healthy and safe during these difficult times.
978-526-1241
All Purpose Flowers is closed for walk in customers during this time, but is happy to service customers with scheduled delivery and pickups by phone from 8:30 am-6:30pm.—no minimums and no delivery fee. This cute shop on Lexington Ave. in Magnolia run by Linda Brown will deliver to Gloucester, Manchester-By-The-Sea, Essex, and Rockport. Place delivery orders online anytime at allpurposeflowers.net, or by phone at (978) 526-1241.
This popular local CSA located at the edge of the Castle Neck and Essex River at the estuaries doesn't usually plan for selling food in March, but Sophie and Noah have heard an immense call for good food to stock up on. Until Wednesday, March 25th at midnight, the farm is taking bulk orders on vegetables and grains from the farm's winter stores plus some fresh greens coming in the greenhouse. Pick up Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Order online here.
978-526-1321
Allen’s has no plans to close operations, but starting immediately there will be new temporary retail store hours for the entire store and pharmacy: Monday-Friday (9 a.m. - 7 p.m.) and Saturday & Sunday (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.). Prescriptions can be mailed out daily and the store is looking to obtain needed help to allow for daily delivery's as the situation progresses. Owner Jay Sibulkin asks that customers please not enter the store if they have a fever, are experiencing any relevant symptoms or have been in contact with people at-risk for COVID-19. And he asks that everyone please practice social distancing when in any business.
(781) 389-5948 and cargounltdnews@gmail.com
Manchester’s Cargo Unlimited showroom is closed to the public and using the time to freshen up the floor for Spring. During this time, they’ll photograph and prep for an increased online presence. The store will happily deliver merchandise (“that we can move ourselves”) locally. And the team will announce hours and merchandise updates on Instagram and Facebook. Please call, text or email and inquires.
(978) 704-9120
Cuddlefish is offering personal shopping, delivery within a 10-mile radius and shipping (no shipping fees) for baby clothing, gifts, gear and Dr. Hauschka and Bare Minerals. Please email cuddlefishfive@gmail.com or call 978-704-9120 or text Erika at 802-371-9630 to set up an appointment via FaceTime or phone / photos. See website for products and details: cuddlefishmanchester.com or any social media @cuddlefishmanchester for new arrivals.
(978) 526-7241
MAHRI is closing to general public but will offer private shopping as well as by photo (text or email) and on-line shopping with free delivery or curbside pickup is available as well. Contact Aimee Bode Konevich at aimee@mahri.com or go to mahri.com.
(978) 526-4559
North Coast Too is closed for the month of March, but Karen Roller reports the store is available for purchasing gift certificates and she is happy to also go into “concierge mode” and send pictures of merchandise and sale items to customers. Items can be mailed or delivered. Contact her at karen@northcoasttoo.com or (978) 526-4559.
978-526-7798
Madam Had’Em will be in the shop taking pictures and posting our inventory on our Instagram @madam_hadem and our Facebook page. I’ll will be in the shop so customers can pick up at the store between 12-4 or we will personally deliver up to a 10 mile radius of our shop. And as always we offer free shipping within the domestic US. We will also offer 20% off all GC over $50 immediately.
(978) 526-1200
Seaside Cycle is offering curbside drop off and pickup for bicycle repairs. Please call 978-526-1200 or email service@seasidecycle.com to arrange. Due to limits on number of people in store and social distancing procedures, they can’t perform repairs while customers wait. Customers can visit our website seasidecycle.com and shop online with curbside pickups. Delivery available within a 10-mile radius for tune ups and larger repairs. (Call for details). Remember, cycling alone or as a family remains one of the best activities you can participate in for your physical and mental health. With so many people looking to get outside and relieve some stress, this is a great way to do it. We are here to help you and all of us stay happy and healthy. Please call with any questions.
Amy Lage reports that Style Snoop will be open by appointment for personal shopping. Email to set up a time that is convenient amy@shopstylesnoop.com. Don’t live nearby? Or don’t want to leave the house - reach out to schedule a virtual shopping experience! Amy will FaceTime you and walk you through the store and assist you in finding whatever you are wishing for. So fun! The store ships nationwide and we are offering free local delivery within a 10-mile radius. And as a thank you for your support – those who spend $100 or more via a private shopping appointment, or in the social media shop will receive a $20 Style Snoop gift card valid for the month of June & July (when, Amy says, “hopeful the world will be back to normal! “).
724 Hale Street, (978) 927-9895
Call the shop or visit their instagram and Facebook pages for pictures of items for sale. Purchases can be brought to you curbside, or they will deliver to your home.
58 Hart Street (978) 927-0153
25 West Street (978) 927-4630
The Postal Service considers that the continued operations of the mailing and printing industry in enabling the delivery of critical mail and packages is vital to the Postal Service's continued performance of its essential functions.
While Daily Printing, Inc. is open, please be aware that all business will be done via email and/or phone only. Call or email us before you visit the shop.
19 West Street (781) 231-2153
In-person, drive up service only. ATM available.
15 Oak Street, (978) 969-0285 https://thedoggiedepot.com/
Grooming has been suspended for the time being. Daycare is still available, and pick up and drop off services for your pet is also available. Dog food can still be purchased as well.
31 West Street, (978) 922-9400
Open regular hours for gas as well as repairs.
37 West Street, (978) 927-0262
3 Oak Street, (978) 969-6913
Our stores in Beverly Farms will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 7am-2pm. Our Beverly Farms location will be take-out by walk-in or ordering online. If you wish to order online, you can do so by clicking the link here: https://www.toasttab.com/the-bagel-shop-beverly/v3
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You can order for delivery by clicking here: https://www.doordash.com/…/boston-bagel-company-bever…/en-US
24 West Street, (978) 922-9221
Open for take-out only 5pm to 8pm Monday through Saturday. Order by phone or email info@dalmarerestaurant.com BEFORE 7pm each night. Special offer: All orders over $100 will receive a $25 gift certificate to use when we can re-open for regular business.
642 Hale Street (978) 921-5311
Open for takeout, please CALL before arriving to place your order and pay over the phone. We are not taking cash or credit cards at the store (so as not to handle cash or cards) - only preparing food for pick up.
9 West Street, 978-998-4814
Offering curbside pickup or home delivery. Fresh produce delivered daily - call us or stop by. One person in the shop at a time only. We can't wait to see you!
12 West Street 978-921-0411
The shop has snacks, dry goods, drinks, immune boosters, surface cleaners, granola, baking needs, aloe to make hand sanitizers, tea, coffee, chocolate everything, milk, eggs, laundry detergent, paper towels...lots to keep you healthy and happy during this difficult time.
Curbside delivery is available. Call us and we’ll gather what you need, charge your credit card and bring it to your car.
Closed after 3pm on March 20th for an unknown amount of time. Check their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/HBCBeverlyFarms/ or website halfbakedbeverly.com for news on when they can open again.
717 Hale Street, (978) 922-9232
Delivery and pick up only. From 11am to 8pm Monday through Saturday.
728 Hale Street, (978) 969-6526
Open for takeout and delivery during regular hours.
644 Hale Street, (978) 921-1109
Pick up and delivery only - regular hours.
These locals are taking a break for now but will be open soon. Any additions or updates? Email us at news@thecricket.com. Include details, contact, name and we’ll post it here.