Located at the very heart of downtown, the Tide and Boar is a hybrid of bistro and pub with an emphasis on homemade. You’ll find in-house versions of everything from bacon to ketchup. Their smoker runs year round out back and they are as popular at breakfast as at dinner. “The Burger” says everything you need to know about this affordable, casual eatery. House ground local beef brisket chuck is served with bacon on a brioche bun with tomato, pickle, caramelized onion and aged cheddar for $15.