Location: Salem
Top Restaurants in Salem
Top Things to do in Salem
Most Popular Pub food in Salem, Massachusetts, United States
Discover Restaurants offering the best Pub food in Salem, Massachusetts, United States. Best known for the witch trials that took place in 1692, Salem is sure to bewitch you with its seaside charm, its maritime history and spellbinding beauty. Follow the Red Line along the sidewalks to navigate your journey through historic sites, including the Witch Trial Memorial, the Old Burying Point Cemetery and more. Discover serenity by the sea on the beaches of Salem Willows. The Bewitched statue, the Witch Museum and the Witch Dungeon conjure up diverse takes on witchery through history.
Things to do in Salem
10. Brothers Taverna
Overall Ratings
4 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By Kates9999
My ticket for Salem Witch Museum indicated that I could get a discount here, so I went. Unfortunately, the discount applied to food only, & I only wanted a drink. Also, unfortunately, they were out of my 1st choice in beer. But, the server/bartender was friendly, & this was a great place to kill about an hour on a rainy afternoon.
9. Brodies Seaport
Overall Ratings
4 based on 187 reviews
Reviewed By VEE1225
We were here with part of a wedding party the day after the wedding. We had just finished breakfast, so we weren't really hungry, but I ordered a cider and my husband got a drink. We were outside and the people in our party were going and coming, so I'm sure we weren't a favorite, but drinks took a LONG time to come out. By the time we got them, I was getting a little hungry, so I ordered some fries and my husband got nachos. Food took awhile as well. Nothing was wrong with our experience really, it just wasn't super memorable.
8. Witch's Brew Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 428 reviews
Reviewed By Keith F
Our family had lunch here after visiting the narby House of Seven Gables. This place was a short 5 minute walk for us. We all looked at the menu and decided to give this place a try. The café has a bar area as well. Our family has never been to Salem before and we really liked this cafe and found the food and service to be excellent.We were seated at a table right by the front window and in a perfect location. The menu had a good selection of items for lunch with prices from $ 10 and up for such items as burgers, sandwiches, grilled cheese, shrimp, scallops, nachos, salads and appetizers. Our family had a few burgers which were huge at 10 oz and very filling. They were delicious. We even asked our waitress to take a picture of all of us and she gladly agreed to do this for us.Overall, we enjoyed our meal and the atmosphere of this cafe and we would visit again the next time we are visiting the Salem area. I recommend this place.
7. Regatta Pub at Salem Waterfront Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 327 reviews
Reviewed By TheWiseOwl-AZ
My wife and I went there for a light and early dinner. Both the inside and outside were empty. We chose outside as it was a beautiful day. Our server/bartender did not wipe our dirty table until she saw me wiping it with a napkin from another table. We both ordered a crock of clam chowder which was excellent and comes with tasty cornbread and oyster crackers. My wife received a bag of oyster crackers that was empty and a piece of cornbread that appeared to have had two bites taken out of it. Both chowders were room temperature and needed to be returned to be heated. When they were returned we had no napkins or silverware other than the spoon to eat the chowder. Another piece of corn bread was served that looked no better than the first. No oyster crackers were ever brought. The food was very good, but the service and server were not. Thus, the service diminishes the overall rating. If I could rate this as two separate entities, the the food would rate a solid 4-1/2 stars and the service 0. So, if I add them together I get 4-1/2, divide that by 2, equals 2-1/4, rounded down to 2 stars for bad service.
6. Mercy Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 258 reviews
Reviewed By flycatcher06
We spent the day in Salem and wanted to eat in a local restaurant. Small, pub type atmosphere. Our waiter was very attentive and we all had something different and everything was delicious. We started off with drinks I canât remember the names but one was apple cider, cinnamon and Prosecco and I had an apple cider vodka mule. Pumpkin ravioli, Mac and cheese with chorizo and fish tacos all excellent. The Nachos looked decadent and the steak tips smelled and looked wonderful. It was a great choice
5. Beerworks No. 2 Salem
Overall Ratings
4 based on 816 reviews
Located in Historic downtown Salem since 1996, and completely renovated in 2011, Salem Beer Works offers 15 freshly brewed beers on tap each day. Our outdoor patio is open during the warmer months.
Reviewed By L-Bolek
Stopped on a hot day for a cool drink. Very enjoyable beer, and friendly staff.Kids entertained themselves with board games. If we are in Salem again, will consider this place for a bite to eat, as food looked good, but we were there just to cool off.
4. Lobster Shanty
Overall Ratings
4 based on 701 reviews
We are a local dive bar that secretly has class. Great food, great service all served in a very casual atmosphere with absolutely no pretense.We're a little place with a big heart. The Shanty has been serving the Good People of Salem for 30 years and is a
Reviewed By TravelinTif
The best Connecticut style lobster roll I've had anywhere, but I recommend ordering it to go. The wait service was terribly slow. I had to ask for our check twice and then after waiting another ten minutes finally had to go hunt down a member of the wait staff to get it so we could pay and leave.
3. Longboards
Overall Ratings
4 based on 223 reviews
Welcome to the Longboards Restaurant & Bar. Located on Pickering Wharf in historic Salem, Massachusetts, this is a great local place to be and be seen. With award winning sandwiches & lobster rolls and our new signature flatbreads, we promise you won't le
Reviewed By ChrisB392
A must when visiting Salem, great for lunch with both inside and outside seating. Menu has something for everyone and prices are really reasonable. Portions are generous and all well prepared and presented.Staff are extremely friendly and welcoming and happy to assist with recommendations. Full bar choice with large range of beers and wines. Try the lobster roll or the turkey club, the pulled pork roll is also worth a mention. One not to miss ... Hello Chris, thank you so much for that amazing review. We always appreciate a well written and informative review from our customers. So happy your experience here with us was good and we hope you can join us again!! Thanks so much!!
Most Popular Soups food in Salem, Massachusetts, United States
2. Olde Main Street Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 182 reviews
Salem's "hidden little Gem" located by the Salem Common and a few doors down from the World renowned, Peabody Essex Museum and across from the Hawthorne Hotel. We are independently owned with one co-owner serving as Executive Chef. Our food is reasonably
Reviewed By jg2rd
We popped in quite unexpectedly as they were opening just as my daughter got hungry. The big velvet curtains give the impression they are closed, but the keep the cool airless in, just keep going. The cheese appetizer was really delicious. The draft beer options are fun. The turkey sandwich and the Cuban were both delicious. Service was excellent and the manager was friendly.
Where to eat Diner food in Salem: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Tavern on the Green
Overall Ratings
4 based on 424 reviews
The Tavern boasts a wood-burning fireplace in a cozy wood-paneled room overlooking Salem Common, with comfortable wing-backed chairs and leather-backed bar stools. Serving upscale pub fare, daily specials, local draft beer, creative cocktails, and kid-fri
Reviewed By Christina P
Staying at the Hawthorne and arrived late. Defaulted to the in house restaurant and were pleasantly surprised. Food was good and atmosphere cozy. Great Boston cream cake!Christina P:Glad we were able to accommodate after your late arrival. And thank you for returning to the Tavern again during your stay with us.
