“Great service last night. Renee was delightful. Cheery and made us feel "special". She suggested all her favorites and never left us with an empty glass of wine. Food was outstanding and we won't have to cook for 2 days with leftovers.“
“One of the best seafood restaurants in New England. On weekends extremely busy and crowded and ambiance is like eating in a bus station unless you bring your food outside. But these guys are totally impressive filling orders quickly-they have the process totally down. Fried clams and onions rings are amazingly fresh and portions are big. Good coleslaw. Chowder is a little too thin and milky. Free soda refills. Definitely worth a special trip.“
“A special place for me! I've come for many years and make the 45 min drive at least 1-2X a year. Food is delicious and I appreciate how they serve beer and wine! They also have a little ice cream / gift shop which is seasonal. Will definitely go back this summer for some lobster!“
“I’ve have been remiss in accolades as I have been here several times over the past few years… outstanding food highly recommend the lobster salad, the winter wedge and the key lime pie is a slice of heaven ? staff is lovely and a fantastic “
“Service was excellent, bruschetta was great, husband’s chicken parm was great. Unfortunately my lasagna was a skillet full of melted cheese and sauce. Could barely find the lasagna. I’d definitely go back to try something different, just won’t order the lasagna again. Sorry!“
“Great family friendly spot with good, well prepared food at budget friendly prices. Service was very good and attentive. The pulled pork nachos are well worth a try. Seniors also receive a 20% discount on food 11:30 - 4:30, M - F. Definitely worth a trip.“
“Just bellied up to Austin's copper bar for some yummy lunch. This cozy place, clearly reeking of history and warm vibes, served amazing portions and great flavors. I'm a Reuben fanatic. Mercy served up just what you'd want in a Reuben! My seasonal veggie side was fresh and flavorful without becoming soggy or bland. Respect. Thankfully, my friend order the fries. These were special- truffle and Parmesan russets perfectly fried to crispy yet still soft and warm inside. The big surprise was when I noticed whole garlic cloves roasted and scattered throughout! Amazing. Local and some far delicious tap selections rounded out our experience (I had a Guinness). Thanks so much Austin at Mercy! You've got a great thing going! We will be back!“
“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.“
“We hosted my daughter's bridal shower on February 3rd. My daughter told me that it was even better than she dreamed it could be! Dayna and her team were amazing! She helped the event go smoothly and allowed me to enjoy the event with my daughter! Food, service and atmosphere were fantastic. I would highly recommend Grove Rowley. Thank you Dayna!!!“
“Excellent food at a fair price in a friendly atmosphere. Most of my visits are for breakfast. I'm always in a hurry and they serve quickly. You feel like you are in a place where all the locals go. I intend to try their lunch menu and now hear they do dinners. Very affordable . Important to me since I am on Social Security. I highly recommend.“
“... One of our go-to restaurants when hitting the theater... Food is always fresh & delicious. Our waitress was excellent. She was attentive to all her tables ... it was very busy but she never made you feel like she didn't have time. It is a bit loud when the entire place is full but we were sat closer to the kitchen & it was a the perfect table. I was surprised the sounds were not overwhelming. We did have to wait for about 40 minutes for a table ... but it was Saturday @ dinner time. We chose to wait instead of sitting at the bar. We took our favorite pizza home with us .. fig & prosciutto... they did change the recipe but it was still amazing! Stop by if you're looking for great dishes or an outstanding pizza!“
“We had the best experience yesterday at Olde Main Street Pub. We sat outside and it was great people and dog watching. We started with the curry fries, which we had never had but the server encouraged the choice..it was delicious. I had salmon with summer succotash and my husband loved the curry so much, he ordered the veggie pub curry with chicken. Service was fantastic, very friendly, polite and informative. We will definitely come back.“
“My husband and I were driving through the area and stopped in for breakfast. This restaurant was excellent. The staff and local patrons were so friendly. The food was amazing. If they sold T-shirts, I’d buy one! We give it a 12 out of 10. Highly recommend.“
“Casual sports bar with a full menu of food and drinks. Creative cocktails and lots of beers on tap, classic bar fare like burgers, wings, and pizza. Entrees and salads also available. Service can be slow at busy times and can be loud on game days.“
“Zeno’s has always been great, but it’s time to face the facts; over the last couple years they’ve gone to another level entirely and are, by far, the best Beef spot in Massachusetts. While other trendy spots in the North Shore have become obsessed with pretentiously packing as much (average) beef as possible into their sandwich to get looks on social media or whatever, Zeno’s keeps it OG and uses appropriate but never thrifty amounts of their absolutely untouchable beef in every sandwich, making it a much more well balanced sandwich experience overall. There’s always a hint of “spice” to their beef but once again, unlike other spots, they don’t overdo it in an attempt to club you over the head. They simply let their untouchable product shine. Add to this some of the friendliest employees you’ll ever find anywhere to the mix and you have the stuff of legend. Zeno’s is the king.“
“Food is always amazing. They have the best popovers that they serve hot and fresh to every table when you come in. The service is always top notch and atmosphere is great for date night or dinner with the family. We have consistently had excellent meals with original options, as well as some regular choices, well executed. Highly recommend.“
“First 2 seconds I entered I was kindly greeted with a choice of where I wanted to sit. The hostess didn't even have to ask, and just assumed we wanted waters! Waitress was very kind and polite. So relaxing - good lighting, quiet and peaceful music with nice views of the street. Just excellent. The food was so good and ready in a timely manner. Will be returning. Thanks so much!“
“I made a mistake while ordering food for my wife. When she went to pick it up, she called me to express her frustration (anger) to me. I immediately contacted the restaurant and spoke with a woman who was on the phone on Thursday night. She was kind enough to replace the food, even though the mistake was mine. It was my first time ordering from this place, but it definitely won't be my last. Also, I must say that the swordfish I ordered was absolutely delicious!“
“10/10 Five Stars All the Accolades We had a group of 20- 13 kids and seven adults- and our service was TOP NOTCH. They seated us together right away. Brought our food out together and quickly. Understood that we had picky kids and worked with us every step of the way. The food is amazing. The cocktails were cute. The kids had root beer floats, so it was fun for them, too! I always come back because of their food, but their service has made this a staple of mine for every trip to Salem from now on!!“
“I've seen a big change in the food - well done to burnt home fries, scrambled eggs not to my liking. I get my usual so the menu hasn't changed, trying the restaurant occasionally to see if they're improving but I'm disappointed ?“
“The best meal I've had on the North Shore the last 10 years...and it was chicken!! If you like well seasoned, flavorful food, make a special trip for Kitchen Table's Garlic Herb Chicken. The service was perfect for a couples night out; attentive without interruptions. Give KT a try if you haven't yet. We will be back again soon.“
“The food was unbelievable I got a 3 way roast beef and I can honestly say it was one of the best roast beef's in the Northshore. Service was good it was quick and the workers were nice. The only thing was it was expensive and they didn't give me as much beef as I would of liked.“
“Waiter was great, food was great....nice atmosphere. Oysters were so-so, and the olives in the martinis are the little puny ones from a jar. Still will be going back and would recommend to friends. Burger was outstanding, Salmon was also great.“
“I loved everything about this place. Great atmosphere, tasty burgers and an extremely thoughtful beer selection, both local brews and imports alike. I had heard good things about the burger and was not disappointed. A cool place to hang on a chill Sunday evening.“
“Stay: 10/20/2023 - 10/26/2023 Room: SwedishWish I could review the whole town. We really enjoyed our time in Ipswich; some of the nicest and friendliest people we have ever met.We arrived at the Inn around lunch time and asked for suggestions for lunch; we tried them all during our stay and loved them all. Oh, and the breakfast at the Inn is great; we are missing walking downstairs to a great breakfast every morning.Love the location of the Inn. Basically, overlooks the town and everything is within walking distance. The Choate Bridge Pub and Brown Dog Restaurant are an easy walk straight down the hill from the Inn; we tried them both and enjoyed them both. I believe the Brown Dog was our favorite; ate there three time during the week and met some very nice people there.Also, the Ipswich Ale Brewery is worth a visit with good food and beer. While in town, if you want to try something different, check out the 1634 Meadery. Very cool.We really enjoyed our visit and hope to return some day; hopefully bring the grandkids next time. You will not be disappointed with the Ipswich Inn Bed and Breakfast.“
“Unpretentious breakfast & lunch spot that is busy for a reason, and hasn't disappointed us in 20+years. It's a local family-friendly, multi-generational favorite.Here we adore the omlettes made from eggs that are evenly cooked with interior fillings tucked just short of bursting; fork-tender, lightly seasoned homefries that are knife-cut from red-bliss potatoes with the skins left on; cornbeef hash made from scratch; big pancakes and French toasts made to order.The short order cooks are impressively in constant motion as they work the busy griddlle. If you like to watch this activity, they are not in a hidden kitchen.Friendly servers are unobtrusive and everything prepared reaches you hot. Your coffee will be refilled without question.This is a homey-style establishment where you exit with a full belly and [the only drawback from 5 stars] is you smell like the kitchen. In the spring and summer there are a few outdoor tables.When driving up, if the parking lot seems full, expect a 10-15+ min wait. Just find a spot on the side/rear lot and be patient.Parking: Read the lot signs to avoid parking in other business' spots (so you don't get towed away).Kid-friendliness: There are high-chairs for kiddos. Drinks for kids are served with lids and straws.“
“We were in the area this week to visit family and ate at the Village Pancake House for three meals. Each one was perfect, the servers are friendly and efficient, and we left very happy!I got the same breakfast each day: scrambled eggs, bacon and blueberry pancakes. Each time I did not want the meal to end. The pancakes really are the best I have had in decades!“
“The owners of this restaurant are 2 generations of a family from Brazil who spent years working in fine dining in Boston and Gloucester, learning every kind of world cuisine, from Asia to Europe to the US and their native South America before opening their own restaurant right before COVId hit. The father, who had not even boiled water when they left Brazil 25 years ago, now has a repertoire of 600 soups alone! Anyway, they made it through the pandemic thank God, and in addition to the spectacular food at a very fair price, the ambience is warm and inviting. This is the kind of place you can take your family and friends and linger over good food and wine. You will all want to taste each other's food. I don't even know what to recommend first because it's all so good but ok, the lobster bisque is the best I have ever tasted and the flan with orange marmelade drizzled on top is an ingenuous Brazilian/Latino/American fusion! I highly recommend Olivers Harbor to any and everyone who loves delicious food made and served with joy and love.“
“We came for my sons birthday breakfast. The women who sat us was lovely It was early and I was craving a burger. I asked if it was too early. The server was so pleasant and accommodating. He made my son the best hot cocoa ever ! We can't wait to return ! Fun place!!“
“The Franklin exceeded our expectations!We were in Cape Ann to visit the Edward Hopper Exhibit at the Cape Ann Museum (exhibit now closed). We Googled nearby restaurants for a quick bite before driving to Cambridge for an Early Music Festival concert.The Franklin came up with very good reviews and it was, yes, right outside our window where we had parked!It was an easy decision to go in. Although the restaurant was booked up, we got a couple of seats at the bar in the main room which shares the same house menu. We were seated next to a kind local couple who helped us with menu choices.The food was very good. We ordered the two pastas from the menu to split and a side of cooked spinach (no garlic because of the concert!). The regular-menu Ravioli was good; the edges were thicker and more aldente than I liked (my husband liked it). The Daily Pasta was close to perfect. Fettuccine with Chicken, Mushroom and Alfredo Sauce. The Spinach was as ordered and it was a huge amount. We each ordered a glass of wine.We will definitely return if ever again in Gloucester, MA. We might even plan to return...Dietary restrictions: The Hostess mentioned that The Franklin has many Gluten Free items on the menu. She was a regular customer because of it and decided, "Why not work here?"Kid-friendliness: I would not have brought my young children. As grown young men, they would love The Franklin.“
“We visit family in Marblehead and this is definitely one of the places on the short list, honestly, because of their menu offerings. Their fried shrimp is pretty darned good and their classic New England coleslaw accompaniment is done better than others around the area (many have a vinegar base)! Fries are solid, straight cut, and very good. We had Bacon Wrapped Scallops for an appetizer and we're impressed! The service was very pleasant and efficient. We had a round of drinks from the bar before dinner. The bloody mary was heavy on horseradish, the MBC Lunch seemed a little less than fresh, and the Switchback Amber was perfect! We will be back when we are in town, for certain.“
“I woke this morning feeling amazing. It was in the atmosphere I could feel that tension between me and my wife. Eventually we did the usual if you know . Anyway I proceed to go to driftwood this morning. Got a stack a pancakes. Food was great and service was amazing. GOD BLESS!!!!!“
“We stopped by here after being recommend it by our hostess at our inn. Wow, we were pleasantly surprised. We had two hearty glasses of wine before getting the prime rib and ravioli with the shallot cream sauce. Both meals were delicious. We especially favored the ravioli, yum. Service was great, we had Tara as a waitress and she was attentive and kind. If you are reading this because you are deciding where to go for dinner tonight, let me make it easy and say go here! ?“
“What an awesome gem I happened to be staying right down the street from. I went to Boston to visit family and to get out of Texas for a bit to enjoy some vacation time. It was a last-minute trip and found this little town an hour away from Boston. This place was walking distance right down main street from my airbnb. This place felt pretty welcoming and had a great list of different items on their menu. I was disappointed to find they didn't have their lobster roll anymore, but ended up going with their BLT and fries accompanied with a nice cold beer. Great first night getting settled in. Highly recommended. Great staff and very friendly.“
“Had a great dinner here with my family. Service was awesome, ordered a couple different special sushi rolls(booster shot, Mt Fuji, and one that was purple but I forget the name) and the presentation was absolutely incredible. They were delicious as well! Restaurant was clean and plenty of space at the table. I will be coming back here next time I'm in Salem.Kid-friendliness: Server and staff were great handling my six year old, brought her food out with our appetizer and she loved the ice cream sandwich dessert that is a part of the kids menu.“
“The Rhumb Line is delightful, homey, and non-pretentious. My partner and friend went in for some g+ts in a post beach sun daze and enjoyed the cool dim bar, warm staff, and fun live acoustic set. This is a neighborhood gem. Long Live the Rhumb Line! Oh and the $10 were an absolute score. #twinning“
“Friendly staff and good food. Dine in or takeout. I usually stop in for takeout once a week or so. Food is always consistent. Located downtown on Central St. past couple years they've had outdoor curb side seating with propane heaters if that's your thing.“
“35 Beach is worth a visit! In the old Beach Street location in Manchester-by-the-Sea. New owners completely remodeled inside, and it is fresh and welcoming. Food and service are excellent! I had not realized they served breakfast too, until yesterday when we stopped in - was excellent and happy to have such a nice breakfast spot back on Cape Ann...“
“We stopped at Cape Ann Coffees for lunch one day while visiting the area. The menu above the counter offered a great many choices, and the sandwiches that we ordered were delicious. We appreciated the helpfulness of the staff and the short wait-time for our order to be prepared. We went back again for lunch the following day.“
“Staff was really nice.We were 4 and we shared:-Buffalo chicken nuggets (just ok, good enough)-Mac&cheese: we liked it, but not as good as the steak tips and ribs.-??Steak tips with curly fries (both delicious)???-??BBQ baby back ribs (awesome) ???“
“Just moved to the Boston area and celebrated our anniversary here. The clam chowder was excellent NE, and the French Onion soup was classic. I had the baked oysters, which was a first for me and I'd return for them as well as the mussels! We had the special Sea Bass and the Seafood Risotto, both large portions and excellent! Their special Old Fashion was made the same way as my all time favorite of bourbon on the rocks with an orange slice or twist but made perfect muddled with sugar and cherries. The Old Fashioned and wine were huge free pours. Reservations are difficult to get, so plan early and let them respond with availability. The large private parking lot is not large enough!! Cars were overflowing to the side street! Will return for sure!“
“My favorite neighborhood restaurant. Food is excellent. Service is wonderful. The owner is amazing. Everyone is very accommodating. Atmosphere is comfortable and inviting. Just a great place to go out for casual dining, family dinner. Or drinks with friends. Would highly recommend. Our favorite restaurant in Marblehead“
“Amazing lobster roll, best lemonade i've ever had, and great passionate service from an amazing waiter who looked like he loved his job.We were here for the inspiring Peabody Essex Museum and left pleasantly suprised with the small but cozy resturant we ended up finding.“
“Our experience at The Derby was nothing short of exceptional! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. Our server was absolutely fantastic - friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. The highlight of our meal was definitely the Poutine - it was simply divine! The perfect combination of crispy fries, savory gravy, and gooey cheese curds left us craving for more. The ambiance at The Derby is cozy and inviting, making it the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a delicious meal. Located in the heart of Salem, it's a gem not to be missed. Whether you're a local or just passing through, make sure to stop by The Derby for an unforgettable dining experience!“
“as a long time guest at Bradford Tavern, i have truly never had a bad experience. most recently, my server, Marissa, was absolutely wonderful. she was friendly, knowledgeable of the menu and so attentive to our every need. food and drinks were incredible as always, we will be back!“
“Regular marina foodBreakfast, lunch or dinnerBasic sub shop menu with some diner offerings.Easy access to the marina and plenty of parking.Vegetarian options: Several vegetarian salad and sandwich options. Dinners might have vegetarian options.Wheelchair accessibility: Plenty of HP spots, no instructions.“
“Staff and service are great. Good draft beer selection, with something for everyone. Steak tips were delicious, big portion and plate overflowing with crispy fries. Included side salad was basic iceberg but loaded with cherry tomatoes, croutons, cheddar and just enough red onion -salad also overflowed the plate. Seemed a bit pricey for a pub, until it was placed on the bar in front of me!“
“Came to Marblehead after stopping in Salem and wasn’t impressed. Marblehead is a really nice place and this cafe was the cherry on the cake ( pardon the pun) I got a chicken wrap and it was enormous and really delicious with a pickle on the side and a bag of crisps and a nice coffee.“
“Hadn't been here since pandemic, and they had completely re modeled, atmosphere was more cozy, bar added in and appealed too young and old. I sat on on new dining side. The food was delicious as always and all the servers were very friendly.“
“We were very excited to try the Blue Marlin from reviews we’ve seen. I have to mention our initial reaction was a little sketchy when we first entered and encountered the hostess. She looked at my family (including me, my wife & 2 adult daughters) and asked… “What can I do for you?” with an unwelcoming look on her face we interpreted to mean What are you people doing here? If we weren’t celebrating my wife’s birthday I probably would have left. She brought us to our table, literally threw the menus on the table and said someone would be with us. THANKFULLY, our server came and was super friendly. Everything else went well. The food was pretty good and seemed fresh. We also enjoyed the atmosphere. The only other slight disappointment, though not a big thing, was I mentioned my wife’s birthday to our server but no special recognition was afforded her. Would probably like to return and try it again.Wheelchair accessibility: Felt that interior restaurant tables might be a little too close to allow for easy wheelchair access“