17 Best Bars in Salem

Ledger Restaurant New American • $$$
125 Washington St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Long Island Duck Breast
Fried Chicken Thigh Sandwich
8oz Prime Skirt Steak
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare
Chicken and Waffles
Roasted Cauliflower
Donut of the Day
Spicy Pork Belly
Oysters 1 2 Dozen
Lobster Pasta

“Superb all around experience 👍👍. Chef Daniel is 🔝. Great wine and Bar programs 🍷🍾🍹“

4.4 Superb792 Reviews
The Babe Bar • $$
268 Washington St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Roasted Cauliflower
Mozzarella Pockets
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Good Ol' Breakfast
Ricotta Donuts
Cheese Burger
Chicken Wings
Little Salad
Veggie Burger
French Toast

“I’ve been a vegetarian for decades. The Babe has the best veggie burger I’ve ever had! Great service as well!“

4.3 Superb235 Reviews
All Souls Lounge Bar • $$
282 Derby St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Variation on French 75 Brown Liquor
Sweet Salt Grilled Cheese
La Femme Grilled Cheese
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Classic Grilled Cheese
Gouda Grilled Cheese
Vegan Spinach Dip
Mac and Cheese
Pretzel Bites
Tomato Soup

“Absolutely adore All Souls! Their staff is phenomenal- so kind and efficient. Their bartenders are some of the best in the city. All Souls is a must if you’re visiting Salem for sure!“

4.3 Superb276 Reviews
Salem Landing Bar • $$
10 Blaney St, Salem

“Great place to hang out… the girls behind the bar are awesome. Everyone is super friendly… go try it out…“

5 Superb4 Reviews
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AOH Dive Bar • $
104 Boston St, Salem

“Great Bands every Saturday from 5-9pm. Great Drinks! Fun Crowd!“

4.3 Superb35 Reviews
Bit Bar Salem Bar • $$
278 Derby St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Loaded Tots or Fries
Fried Cheese Curds
Bavarian Pretzels
Chicken Tenders
Fish and Chips
Chicken Wings
Pulled Pork
Nachos
Burger
Pizza

“They have the best pinball selection!“

4.2 Good442 Reviews
The Lobster Shanty Bar • $$
25 Front St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Connecticut Style Lobster Roll
Traditional Lobster Roll
Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese
Lobster Mac&Cheese
Nova Scotia Poutine
Lobster Casserole
Lobster Rolls Hot
Lobster Martini
Baked Scallops
Mac and Cheese

“The food was really good. I don't care for lobster, but my lobster sandwich was excellent. The crab cake was spicy but good. The service was okay. Could have been a little better since the place wasn't that busy due to the rain. Definitely recommend it though!“

4.1 Good494 Reviews
Salem's Retreat Vegetarian • $
96 North St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Salem's Chicken and Waffles
Peach Stuffed French Toast
Breakfast B L T Sandwich
Sweetnpot French Toast
Biscuits and Gravey
Pastrami Hash Benny
French Toast Combo
Steak Tips and Eggs
Corned Beef Hash
Classic Benedict

“One of my favorites in the city. Love it! Try it!“

4.5 Superb253 Reviews
Sea Level Oyster Bar Seafood • $$
94 Wharf St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Channel Marker Sea Level IPA 7 0 ABV Draft
Colossal Naked Shrimp Cocktail Ea
One Each from Oysters of the Day
Sea Level Signature Crab Cake
New England Clam Chowder
Hot or Cold Lobster Roll
Oysters on the Half Shell
New England Chowder
Crab Stuffed Lobster
Kids Steamed Lobster

“Our waiter was excellent. We kind of told him what we were in the mood for and he was able to pick us out amazing dishes. He checked up on us enough but not annoying. The atmosphere was wonderful the entire time I've been visiting Salem I have to say this is my favorite place.“

4.2 Good709 Reviews
Rockafellas Bar & Grill • $$
231 Essex St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Fig and Prosciutto Flatbread
New England Style Crab Cakes
Buffalo Chicken Flatbread
New England Clam Chowder
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Marinated Sirloin Tips
Chicken Rockafella
Wild P E I Mussels
Louisiana Burger
Mac and Cheese

“One of the best lunch experiences in all of New England! Delicious food, wonderful staff, variety of local beer choices. Loved it and will be back at every opportunity possible. 🔥 🤤 🍻 🍔 🔥“

4.4 Superb597 Reviews
Tin Whistle American • $$
241 Jefferson Ave, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Sauce
Steak and Cheese Sandwich with Fries
Carolina Gold BBQ Chicken Wings
Steak Bomb with Handcut Fries
Steak Tips with Rice Pilaf
Baked Macaroni & Cheese
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Steak Bomb Sub or Wrap
Hand Cut Steak Fries
Baked Mac and Cheese

“Lydia is beautiful and amazing. Very attentive and professional. She's so great with all the customers even when it's a full house. Wow is all I can say. Highly recommend when she is here. The beers are always cold and they make great cocktails. Food is tasty and fresh. Pizza is a must.“

4.6 Superb112 Reviews
Finz Salem Seafood • $$
86 Wharf St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Yellowfin Black and White Sesame Tuna
Lobster Roll with Housemade Chips
Steamed Lobster New England Style
Lobster California Roll Cooked
Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
New England Clam Chowder
Rhode Island Calamari
Crab Stuffed Haddock
Finz Seafood Paella
Pastel de Cangrejo

“Great view, better food, and excellent service. I had two other restaurants saved for dinner before a local friend recommended this place. I am so glad they did as the lobster roll was fresh and cooked well. It tasted perfect without overloading it with butter like most places do. The crab nachos were a good starter.“

4.3 Superb981 Reviews
Gulu-Gulu Cafe Cafe • $
247 Essex St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Soup of the Day - Bowl of Soup
Scrambled Egg Sandwich
Breakfast Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich
Belgian Waffle
The Lumberjack
Banana Bread
Sandwiches
Croissant
Goulash

“I’ve been here three times in the last two days. And I’m probably going to stop in a lot the next few days. The food is so good and allergy friendly. A great place for vegans. Good atmosphere and the servers are so nice and friendly.“

4.3 Superb638 Reviews
The Roof Bar • $$
209 Essex St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Churros & Nutella Sauce
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Spicy Crab-Bacon Dip
Giant MF'Ing Nachos
Orange Blossom Rita
Chicken Quesadilla
Lobster Quesadilla
Chips and Guacamole
Pulled Pork Nachos
Grapefruit Smash

“Best hotel I ever stayed in. Staff is amazing, food is great and rooms are clean and beautiful. I have stayed in a lot of different rooms and they were all fantastic. Manager is amazing and so is the rest of the staff, we have grown to love them and feel at home everytime we stay there. We even got engaged there!!!“

3.6 Good272 Reviews
Dire Wolf Tavern Asian Fusion • $$
87 Washington St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Massaman \u0026 Coconut Curry Tofu
Massaman & Coconut Curry Tofu
Fried Shishito Peppers
Gnocchi Primavera
Opus Fried Rice
The Wolf Burger
Sirens Song Roll
Pork Fried Rice
Fish and Chips
Mac and Cheese

“Food was delicious 🤤 and our waitress Tara was awesome!! First restaurant we went to at Salem and we were definitely impressed. The drinks were great as well.“

4.1 Good603 Reviews
O'Neills Pub & Restaurant Irish Pub • $
120 Washington St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Fried Pickle Chips
Bangers and Mash
Flat Bread Pizza
Fish \u0026 Chips
Guinness Stew
Fish & Chips
Irish Nachos
Chicken Wings
Tomato Soup
Onion Rings

“We came from Texas and stopped in. 1000% WORTH it.“

3.9 Good416 Reviews
Howling Wolf Taqueria Mexican • $
76 Lafayette St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Shredded Chicken Chimichanga
HW Red Sangria Now on Tap
Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos
Mexican Chicken Wings
Howling Wolf Burrito
Side of Rice & Beans
Curly Fries & Queso
Fried Avocado Tacos
Chicken Quesadilla
Steak Tip Burrito

“Consistently excellent!“

3.9 Good632 Reviews

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