PATRIOTLEDGER.com – Prepare your taste buds: A new locale offering the fresh, savory and occasionally sweet palates of Latin American cuisine is opening on the South Shore.
Casa Verde, at 108 Front St. in Scituate, will officially welcome the public on the night of Wednesday, March 5.
The restaurant, which held soft openings Monday and Tuesday, is the creation of Salt Society owner Kara Tondorf.
The broad menu offers the opportunity to delight in the rich flavors of Mexico, Peru, Argentina and more. Small bite starters include shrimp mofongo and Caribbean mussels made with yellow coconut curry, lime and cilantro. Tacos, tortas and tostones are also offered, as well as main courses of chimichurri steak and haddock a la Veracruz, with banana leaf, olives and sweet peppers.
Cocktails are listed by region, including a daiquiri from Cuba, a batida from Brazil and a pisco sour from Peru. Diners can also order beer, wine and non-alcoholic refreshments like Jarritos and agua fresca.
What are the hours as Casa Verde in Scituate?
This week, the restaurant will be open Wednesday and Thursday from 5-9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 5-10 p.m.; and Sunday from 5-9 p.m.
Starting March 12 through May 26, the hours will be Wednesday and Thursday from 5-9 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 10 p.m.; and Sundays from noon to 9 p.m. Summer hours will be announced at a later date.
Does Casa Verde do reservations or takeout?
Casa Verde is not yet taking reservations or takeout orders. Those will be offered once the website launches.Who owns Casa Verde in Scituate?
Who owns Casa Verde in Scituate?
Scituate native Tondorf‘s new restaurant is in a former Dunkin’ Donuts. A singer and songwriter, Tondorf was busy over the last 10 years or so with her since-closed chain of Rivershed restaurants, which at its peak had three locations (Braintree at Weymouth Landing, where Uno Mas is now; 17 New Driftway in Scituate; and Killington, Vermont).
By Hannah Morse
Casa Verde (the Green House) will feature fresh lunch and dinner menus, celebrating the flavors of Latin America, spanning the flavors of Peru, Argentina, and Mexico. Open seven days a week, the kitchen focuses on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and innovative dishes, including paella, tapas, tacos, and other unique light bites and entrées. Regional flavors span ingredients from the fiery spices of Mexico to the tropical notes of the Caribbean. A custom beverage program features innovative cocktails, an expansive specialty selection of non-alcoholic libations, and a sommelier-curated wine list featuring Spanish wines.
OPENING WEEK:
Wednesday and Thursday 3/5 & 6, 5-9 pm, Friday and Saturday, 3/7 & 8, 5-10 pm, Sunday, 3/9, 5-9 pm
WEEKLY HOURS:
(3/12 through 5/26): Wednesdays and Thursdays, 5-9 pm, Fridays and Saturdays, 12-10 pm, Sundays, 12-9 pm
TAKE OUT:
Coming soon, after website is launched
RESERVATIONS:
Not yet accepted
Photos by Kjeld Mahoney Photography
