Located in historic Marblehead, a picturesque coastal town located 15
miles north of Boston, Jack-Tar American Tavern captures the very
essence of this seaside community that treasures value, quality and
creativity.
Marblehead is widely regarded as the birthplace of the U.S. Navy and
boasts a rich tradition of sailing and maritime commerce. In this spirit,
Jack-Tar offers creative takes on traditional American dishes in a warm,
friendly environment that appeals to the sailor in everybody.
Scott Brankman and Emily Farnsworth-Brankman are a husband-wife team that bring extensive restaurant
experience to the new Jack-Tar American Tavern.
About Scott:
Scott is the Chef at Jack-Tar American Tavern. He has been in the restaurant business for 17 years. He most
recently was the executive chef and assistant general manager at Cityside Bar & Grille in Cleveland Circle on the
Brighton - Brookline line.
Scott began his cooking career as a line cook at The Westport Country Club in a small town located in NY's
Adirondack Mountains. As soon as he began to cook, Scott knew that this was what he wanted to do with the rest of
his life. After two summers at the club, he enrolled in the culinary program at Johnson and Wales University. Scott
later returned to the Westport Country Club as executive chef.
Before Cityside, Scott's experience includes stints at the Charles Hotel in Cambridge, and The Greens at Valencia in
LA.
About Emily:
Emily supervises, directs, and organizes all front-of-house operations and service standards for the new Jack-Tar
American Tavern.
She began her career as a server at the Westport Country Club. Since then Emily has continued to acquire the
knowledge and skills to run her own business. She has worked at restaurants in New York, Los Angeles, and Boston,
having gained considerable experience in positions of increasing responsibility from hostess, server, assistant
manager and general manager.
Their Story:
Scott and Emily met at the Westport Country Club, began dating and eventually married in 2003. The couple
currently resides in Boston.
Scott & Emily shared the dream of owning and operating their own restaurant. This is now a wonderful reality...
experience to the new Jack-Tar American Tavern.
About Scott:
Scott is the Chef at Jack-Tar American Tavern. He has been in the restaurant business for 17 years. He most
recently was the executive chef and assistant general manager at Cityside Bar & Grille in Cleveland Circle on the
Brighton - Brookline line.
Scott began his cooking career as a line cook at The Westport Country Club in a small town located in NY's
Adirondack Mountains. As soon as he began to cook, Scott knew that this was what he wanted to do with the rest of
his life. After two summers at the club, he enrolled in the culinary program at Johnson and Wales University. Scott
later returned to the Westport Country Club as executive chef.
Before Cityside, Scott's experience includes stints at the Charles Hotel in Cambridge, and The Greens at Valencia in
LA.
About Emily:
Emily supervises, directs, and organizes all front-of-house operations and service standards for the new Jack-Tar
American Tavern.
She began her career as a server at the Westport Country Club. Since then Emily has continued to acquire the
knowledge and skills to run her own business. She has worked at restaurants in New York, Los Angeles, and Boston,
having gained considerable experience in positions of increasing responsibility from hostess, server, assistant
manager and general manager.
Their Story:
Scott and Emily met at the Westport Country Club, began dating and eventually married in 2003. The couple
currently resides in Boston.
Scott & Emily shared the dream of owning and operating their own restaurant. This is now a wonderful reality...
New Owners, New Menus, New Jack-Tar! Nice to meet you... August 2008 |
Friday Night Visit
Monday, November 23, 2009 1:01 PM
Hi -
I just wanted you to thank you for the pleasant experience we had at your restaurant Friday night.
Two of my children have food allergies, which usually makes dining out a white knuckle experience. We were in
Marblehead visiting my brother when he suggested we go to your restaurant for dinner.
Parker provided us with great service and a nice woman came by and explained that our burgers would be
prepared special to avoid cross contamination.
The meals were excellent and I was very appreciative of the extra effort your staff put in to make our visit a
positive one!
Regards,
Jayne S.
Monday, November 23, 2009 1:01 PM
Hi -
I just wanted you to thank you for the pleasant experience we had at your restaurant Friday night.
Two of my children have food allergies, which usually makes dining out a white knuckle experience. We were in
Marblehead visiting my brother when he suggested we go to your restaurant for dinner.
Parker provided us with great service and a nice woman came by and explained that our burgers would be
prepared special to avoid cross contamination.
The meals were excellent and I was very appreciative of the extra effort your staff put in to make our visit a
positive one!
Regards,
Jayne S.
Recent Visit
Monday, January 25, 2010 6:28 AM
Emily,
I wanted to thank you for your kindness on our recent visit Saturday, January 23rd.
We are the couple who had our vehicle get stuck on the icy incline parking space
in your lot. Thank God for AAA and the ease of using them, along with your
staff being aware my husband would be getting up during our meal to go out when AAA came.
The waitress managed to time our tapas to come as he came back in.
It meant a lot when you came over to apologize for our inconvenience even though it wasn't your fault.
I have been to your establishment before but this was my husbands first time.
After you came over he said he had planned on coming back here more just because he like it and the food is
good but now this only shows how well the owner cares about her customers.
Thank you for the dessert (we had the molten cake, ummm and coffee. That was kind of you.
Regards,
Madeline R.
Monday, January 25, 2010 6:28 AM
Emily,
I wanted to thank you for your kindness on our recent visit Saturday, January 23rd.
We are the couple who had our vehicle get stuck on the icy incline parking space
in your lot. Thank God for AAA and the ease of using them, along with your
staff being aware my husband would be getting up during our meal to go out when AAA came.
The waitress managed to time our tapas to come as he came back in.
It meant a lot when you came over to apologize for our inconvenience even though it wasn't your fault.
I have been to your establishment before but this was my husbands first time.
After you came over he said he had planned on coming back here more just because he like it and the food is
good but now this only shows how well the owner cares about her customers.
Thank you for the dessert (we had the molten cake, ummm and coffee. That was kind of you.
Regards,
Madeline R.
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