Restaurants near Boxford

“Order a coffee and something to nibble on. Head for the tables in the back and enjoy! The store is full of particular items chosen especially for your pleasure as gifts or treasures to keep. Well worth a visit. Come with a friend!”

“Great food, friendly staff and atmosphere. I love the veggie breakfast sandwich with egg, tomato, spinach, avocado and cheese, snd the grilled chicken sandwich!Dietary restrictions: Best gluten-free toast I’ve found.”

“I have gotten pizza a couple times here and haven't been disappointed. I had a rather large order for my kids B-Day party that the pizza was hot, fresh, and everyone enjoyed it. A+”

“End of September 2023 we are here. The business is very busy and a lot of traffic in and out. First time here and I spoke to others here today who said they love it here and the ice cream flavors. Many have been coming for years and are loyal customers. We had single scoop ice cream on a waffle cone. I used to make home made ice cream for a restaurant and know when it is flavored well. I had the cookies and cream which was chocolate ice cream, and had good flavor to it. I'm not here to eat a pint of ice cream at once so the one scoop was plentiful. About $5 for a small which is a single scoop, again plenty for me. I also picked up a doggy cup which was just under $5. But there was plenty of vanilla cream in the cup with a large cookie on top. Many places give a very small amount of cream and a small milk bone and charge $5 for a doggy bowl. There was plenty for my dog to eat. We were here for 25 minutes and counted about 30 cars in and out with loads of people waiting in line, on this cloudy and cooler afternoon. I would have to say that Benson's is doing something right to draw in this many people on a cloudy September evening. I am sorry those others have had a not so great visit. Perhaps you might take a break for a bit and come back with an open mind. You may have a better opinion.”

“One of the oldest locations in Salem. The Lyceum is famous for its' longevity, history, and right now food. We ate lunch there and sat in front of the fireplace. The venue was very laid back with an atmosphere of going back in time. There is an air of energy I cannot explain other than going there yourself and experiencing it. Even though I wasn't sitting on the bar side, I managed to walk around and just get a good eye-look. The food was excellent as well as the service. Our waitress made sure we were taken care of and we didn't have a need to worry about asking for anything. The host at the entrance made sure to ask us while we were dining how the food and service were. This is a place you should visit. A bit pricey, but hell, so is everything else now-a-days. Might as well get great service and good food.”

“A small but very nice place. The food was wonderful and was nicely plated. we really enjoyed it a lot. was nice to see a menu that's a little different and interesting. the staff was really nice.”

“My wife gets all the credit for introducing me to this restaurant. I didn't know what to expect, but definitely one of the best restaurants I've been to in Massachusetts. This place isn't just great food, but also extremely friendly staff. I unfortunately didn't think to take photos, but we got the whipped ricotta and shared the salad. I got the chicken dish and my wife the pasta. Everything was amazing. It does seem like the dishes are on a fairly frequent rotation so new dishes pop up unless I'm mistaken. Highly recommend trying this place out and make sure you get reservations as there is limited seating.”

“First time dining at Ledger tonight and we absolutely loved it. The food was wonderful (we both got the Cod special and it was incredible) and the servers were very friendly and accommodating. The martinis were very good. We sat at the bar and will definitely be back!”

“We held a Baby Shower at the Grove. It was just absolutely perfect. The food was amazing. The ambiance was just beautiful. Dayna and the team were accommodating and helpful.It rally was just lovely! Thank you”

“Lovely sushi restaurant, the fish was super fresh and tasty. The service was quick and the staff very knowledgeable. We'll be coming back as often as we can.”

“Be sure to visit Drop Cafe! Excellent coffee and many choices to enjoy! Very comfortable place to relax enjoy some coffee and food. The owners and staff are friendly and some nice breakfast food too.”

“I first found Beantrust after moving to the North Shore. Erik, the owner, is incredibly warm and welcoming and he made me feel right at home! His staff is great too. They make delicious coffee, chai and matchas and the bakery treats are out of this world. The cardamom buns are my favorite! It's such a great addition to the Beverly community.”

“Delicious! Contrary to the North Shore tradition to get James River BBQ sauce on roast beef, I like mine with cheese and mayo only. This means the beef itself has to be well seasoned without relying on the sauce and Bella's does not disappoint!My husband and I drove from another part of the state to eat here because it's so highly rated on the North Shore Beefs page. We now detour on the way to visit a relative so we can get roast beef!Pro tip: don't attempt to eat The Professor in one sitting, that thing is a monster”

“Pastries are delicious! We got the hazelnut buttercream, the pistachio (forget the name), pain au chocolat, and 6 macarons. Totaled around $35, which is expected for high quality pastries.The pain au chocolat was perfectly flaky and had a good amount of chocolate. My 1.5 year old loved it too. My husband loved the pistachio pastry. It was very light and fluffy. I loved the hazelnut buttercream, the flavor was so delicate yet so rich.The macarons we got were tiramisu, peppermint, rose, earl grey, lavender, and chocolate. I've only tasted the peppermint but it was delicious.We went around 4:30pm so not as much to choose from, probably because they were closing soon, but we were happy with our selections. We'll be back for sure when we are in the area.”

“This is a horrible place to catch up with out of town friends...Because every amazing bite of the food forces you to silence, to savoring each flavor and spice. You can't think of anything else apart from the taste. Even the crumbs left on the table that I of course didn't stick in my mouth...The care and excitement for the food is admirable, you can tell everything is handmade and thoughtful. I was very lucky to be a guinea pig for one of their menu experiements; maybe it will be called "Toasted Apples Delight" and maybe one day you'll be able to try it too one day. ;)”

“Notch is everything you could want out of a brewery: excellent beer, delicious small bites, and plenty of space.Their beer is mostly German. I believe I had the afternoon Pils which was tasty and easy drinking.The service is incredibly friendly. At one point one of the gentleman walked past and ask if I wanted another beer when he saw it was empty. I've never had that happen at a brewery before.The food was excellent. I initially got the pretzel and my girlfriend got the pretzel bites. If I could've done it over, I would've just gotten the bites. The dip that it comes with was cheezy and it had bits of butter and I would come all the way back to Salem just for some more of that.We'll absolutely be back.”

“Good coffee and delicious scones, but they sell out so don't go too late on a weekend! I wish it had more seating. There's a few stools at the window counter and a couple tables outside.”

“My Fiance and I had a great time. Mary and Mark gave us great information on the history of the city. The diner also has the best home fries I have ever had; they were crispy and seasoned to perfection.”

“Our favorite ice cream of all time! 10/10 for every flavor we’ve tried. I always grab a few pints when I go to family dinners. The employees are so friendly which is the cherry on top!”

“What a hidden gem! Falafel Mom is a refreshing authentic Lebanese spin on Mediterranean cuisine and thankfully not mall quality.Highly recommend, especially given the service and fresh food quality. Family owned with the sweetest mother daughter team, and every time we drop by they always make it a point to put a smile on my little daughter’s face. Simply said they seem like great people.There are a number authentic Lebanese dishes I have not heard of and cannot wait to try! If they upgrade locations one day to a busier location like north shore mall, or a sit down location with food quality and service like this they will be hit.Stop by you will not be disappointed!”

“This is one of the best Persian food I ever had period. I have tried all the Persian restaurants in Boston area and none of them come close to what you get here. Very high quality, best meat, best ingredients and truly authentic Persian preparation. The owner who is a chef as well , is very humble and caring individual. It’s very clean. Also there is a parking which adds to the attraction. Must try at least once to experience yourself. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.”

“Finally stopped in yesterday afternoon after driving by the place all of the time. I don’t know why it took me so long. We sat at the bar and ordered wine and gyros: chicken for my wife and pork for me. Delicious and way more food than I could finish. We were both quite impressed by everything this restaurant has to offer. It definitely will get a return visit.”

“Party of 4 - we had a 6:30 reservation and were seated promptly. Service was great. Very attentive waiter. All of us enjoyed the apps (eggplant rollatini and brushetta) and entrees. I got the chicken, broccoli and penne in Alfredo sauce and it was so creamy and delicious. Martinis were top notch too - espresso and strawberry lemonade. Highly recommend.”

“It’s a weird concept but pretty cool at the same time. Cookies are fun and really good but the vegan chocolate soft serve is absolutely insane. Oh and parking is a little nuts. Good luck with that.”

“I live 40 mins away and came to try the clam strips and scallops some of the best I've had in the north-shore. They give a good amount to. Pricey but worth it.”

“This pizza student's pizza is so fun once you try it, you want to eat it again and again. Their restaurant is very clean. They serve good things at very low prices.”

“Been coming here for years now, by far the best ice cream you will ever eat!!Dietary restrictions: Allergie friendly and staff are very experienced in how the manage cross contaminationParking: Dozen or more spaces to parkKid-friendliness: 100% kid friendlyWheelchair accessibility: Yes, no steps or long access points to cross!! Very much wheelchair accessible”

“Great vibes, robust coffee selection, fun flavor add-ons, delicious toast menu (we had the avo toast and it was delish - can't wait to try the hummus toast). New fave coffee shop in the area for sure.”

“I got the Chopper Cheese and it was by far the best steak sandwich I’ve had in a long time. Rich flavor, great quality steak, and a perfectly toasted bun. And the hand cut chips were perfect. I only had a brief interaction but they seem very friendly and the shop is cool. I can’t wait to go back.”

“First time customer but will be back. Food was fresh and delicious. The dining area was very clean and I liked they there is bar seating, too, if you are by yourself. The servers were very friendly and attentive.”