Connecticut Dopers: When and Where To Get a Shad Dinner?

[ralph124c]

In the spring, the common North American shad fish migrates up the Connecticut River (and other rivers). This fish is said to be delicios, only, it is a fish that is full of small bones.
I understand that experts can fillet them, so that they are effectively boneless.
I live in Massachsetts-and no fish market here ever sells shad. CT is not a far drive for me, and I would like to try this fish.
Anybody know a good restaurant where I can order this local delicacy?

[Cayuga]

Can't help you with a restaurant, but if you can wait until June, the town of Essex is having its annual shad bake. They nail the fish to wooden planks and cook them in front of a huge fire — which I guess is the traditional way. You won't get that at a restaurant.

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