New American Restaurants in Salem, MA

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

“My husband and I sat outside and had a lovely snack in the sun, away from most of the hustle & bustle that October brings to Salem. We thoroughly enjoyed the butternut squash hummus, falafel, and cauliflower & quinoa tabouleh but the real highlight for us was the apple cider! Holy. It was the best we had on our trip around New England. Not too sweet, served nice & hot, lightly spiced and so, so good! The service was wonderful as well! Best of luck to this crew, we wish you much success & hope to see you next fall!🍂☺️“

“Had the best short rib of my life last night. Trade House in Salem on Derby St. is a must try for every foodie on the North Shore. A generous portion larger than my fist and perfectly roasted such that all the fat was rendered out of it. Served on a bed of whipped, not mashed, potato along with a soft yet still crisp red cabbage and onion crisps ! And the gravy !!! This was my second trip there and I am going back this weekend. Great service and atmosphere as well.“

“We were looking for a place to watch the Lions game while in town visiting Salem. This bar was recommended to us by someone we met in Gloucester. The bar's atmosphere small, well put together, clean and welcoming Irish pub. We met the owner who made us feel like we were long lost friends. Service was attentive and consistent. We went back 2 nights in a row. Thank you, to the staff and Kieran for being great! Definitely recommend checking this place out while in town.“

“OMG! The food is delicious!!!!“

“Should be more than one front of house staff at dinner. Food took quite a while. Front of house person was too busy with bar patrons and seating and taking orders to ensure we had drinks during our meal. Food was good. Gluten free options were great“

“Me and my family visited Salem yesterday for a little roadtrip, we come to Salem all the time (we are from New York). My sister mentioned that we go somewhere different to have lunch/dinner. We selected on The Counter, Ashley (hostess, waitress) charmingly greeted us and we picked a table to sit. The menu was very simple and had great selections. My sister and mother got the counter salad wrap, I got the Counter Burger, my daughter 12” cheese pizza and sister in law the grilled cheese. The amount of satisfaction being whispered out of our mouths…oh my god! Everyone’s food was absolutely delicious, we all voted that this will be our food place to eat every time we come to Salem. With the amount of hospitality, Kindness and attentiveness that Ashely gave to us, she was top notch! You have one AMAZING employee at The Counter. We can wait to come back, we would love to check out Hotel Salem one day. So all in all, myself and my family give The Counter a 10 out of 10, and we give Ashley a 10 out of 10!!!!“

“They have the best pinball selection!“

“The guy outside is kinda cranky. I guess given his age, it's expected? Don't know. I came specifically for the lobster and it was good. Steamed to perfection but when I asked for water to clean the backend of the lobster, the waitress looked at me like I was crazy. I've eaten lobster before and have always cleaned the meat. So why the look? My friend ordered a burger and he didn't finish it. He said it was mediocre. I came for the lobster so I got what I wanted...“

“I have waited far too long to write this review. Kings has been exceptional. Everything that I've ordered from Kings has been DELICIOUS and many things homemade (the Chicken Fingers omg)! The pizza is actually the best Greek Pizza I've ever had. Ingredients are fresh and the crust is buttery and delicious! Oh and the Italian sub? It has the shredded lettuce. That's the best way to have an Italian sub is when it's got shredded lettuce with a little oil, vinegar, salt & pepper! Don't let me forget to tell you about the staff. Always friendly when I call and delivery is awesome. Kings is THE BEST!!!“