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1. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(2628)

Price: Expensive

• American • Salem

Booked 33 times today

This historically unique location houses the new restaurant from Matt O'Neil chef/owner of The Blue Ox in Lynn. O'Neil collaborates with Executive Chef, Daniel Gursha, formerly of Bambara, Cambridge and A Voce and Bouley in New York City, offering a progressive New England concept, where traditional 19th-century dishes, cocktails, and techniques will be elevated with 21st-century resources.

2. The Babe

4.6

Exceptional(63)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to your friend neighborhood bar and sandwich shop. Tucked away on Lafayette Park, just a block from the downtown and seaport neighborhoods of Salem, MA, The Babe is the perfect place to rendezvous after work for a cocktail, grab a bite with friends, or get together for a late night celebration. We take pride in our scratch kitchen with a menu inspired by Northeast sandwich culture and cuisine; touching on fan favorites from Philly to NY, and of course, Boston! Our menu includes specialties like house-ground cheese burgers, loaded Italian subs with freshly sliced salumi, crispy and cheesy mozzarella pockets, crispy wings, and more. The dining room and bar have a casual but intimate feel with high ceilings, updated vintage architectural features, and warm deco-lighting. The Babe also features live performances several nights a week as well as a cozy backyard patio in the warm weather season. Parties larger than 10 guests should contact the restaurant directly for booking

3. The Derby

4.7

Exceptional(244)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 7 times today

*WE WILL NOT BE TAKING RESERVATION THROUGH NOVEMBER 3RD. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY DISAPPOINTMENTLocated within walking distance to Salem Old Town Hall & Witch History Museum right in the heart of downtown Salem, The Derby is scratch restaurant focused on unique, locally sourced, American fare with great and unique cocktails and a vast selection of Draft Beer! We have large televisions throughout the restaurant, windows from ceiling to floor, and a beautiful patio for those warm days! Whether you are out to watch the game, catch up with old friends, or just enjoy a nice night out on the town, The Derby is here to meet all of your needs. Feel free to ask our team for recommendations if you are visiting form out of town... Salem is not just about the witches.*Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm*We do apologize but we do not take reservations for outdoor seating. The patio is sat on a first come first serve basis. Thank you for understanding.

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4. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

4.5

Awesome(299)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 10 times today

Nathaniel’s Restaurant at the Hawthorne Hotel offers a perfect start and end to any day. The morning hours are bright with the wall of windows, the plates are creative and include all the Breakfast favorites; Pancakes, Waffles, our Hearty Hawthorne Breakfast, and our Famous house-made Hawthorne Corned Beef Hash!Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, Nathaniel’s transforms into a lounge-like atmosphere, with candles, live piano and acoustic entertainment or ambient music playing from our brass gramophone. Sit beside the baby grand piano, beneath the famed author’s portrait, or in front of the historical culinary tribute cabinet and you will find there is a reason our guests have loved Nathaniel’s Restaurant for decades.Our Tavern restaurant offers a comfortable pub style atmosphere, with our toasty fireplace and warm ambience, you can't help but sink into our comfy arm chairs, while sipping a hot toddy! Join us to experience our Executive Chef, Vanessa Still's, fantastic menu!

5. Toscana Forno

4.7

Exceptional(339)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Peabody

Booked 23 times today

At Toscana Forno, we want you to feel like you’re at home. That’s why we’re so excited about our new restaurant in South Peabody.When you step through the doors of Toscana Forno, you’ll be transported from your everyday life into a place where no one is rushing around, there’s no stress and everyone is having fun. You can relax with friends, enjoy the company of family or even just take some time out for yourself and sit back with a glass of wine while you wait for your meal—or two.What makes us different? Well, we’ve got an amazing, knowledgeable staff and exciting menu full of delicious comfort food that’s sure to satisfy even the pickiest eater in your group (and if it doesn’t, you can always order something else!). We also serve up some seriously delicious drinks that pair perfectly with our food!We’re open seven days a week and have plenty of space for large groups or smaller gatherings too—whatever kind of night you’re looking for, we’ve got it covered!

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6. Bonefish Harry's - Beverly

4.6

Exceptional(424)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Beverly

Booked 16 times today

Bonefish Harrys is a west coast style tiki themed restaurant featuring west coast tacos, fresh local fish, great smash burgers, handcrafted tiki cocktails as well as steak, chicken and vegetarian options. We are located a short 2 minute walk to The Cabot theatre and a quick ten minute Uber ride from downtown Salem.

7. Pots

4.5

Awesome(102)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Peabody

Booked 4 times today

Pots is on OpenTable. Make a reservation today! We look forward to seeing you

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8. Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody

4.6

Exceptional(2648)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Peabody

Booked 48 times today

Daniella’s Ristorante is best described as a true Italian dining experience... Classic Italian dishes, an elegant European-inspired wine list, and creative cocktails in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere with the hint of big city charm you have come to love from our restaurants.

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9. Landing Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(404)

Price: Moderate

• American • Marblehead

Booked 28 times today

The Landing was first established in 1972 and has withstood the test of time and the elements. Located on Marblehead Harbor our "On the Water Harbor Views" can't be beat. Chef Noe Ortega brings culinary excellence to each dish and our service is comforting and professional. Our Deck and Patio offer great views and atmosphere with Fresh Seafood right form the dock. Along with Steaks, Duck and plenty of Vegetarian and Gluten Free offerings you'll be sure to find what your looking for on our menu. We are on the water in the Historic District and close by Fort Sewall and Crocker Park as well as the Jerimiah Lee Mansion. Great wine and drink lists will accompany the ever changing menus created by Chef Noe Ortega.

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10. Daniella's Cafe & Market - Danvers

4.8

Exceptional(1650)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Danvers

Booked 37 times today

HOMEMADE ITALIAN DISHES, SANDWICHES, SALADS AND DESSERTSOur made to order take-out menu has been updated and reflects all of your Daniella's Cafe favorites including TRUFFLE FRIES!! Also, our "Family Dinners" are now able to be ordered any time of day! Did someone say Tenderloin and Risotto for lunch?? Yum! We still have our cases stocked with Prepared Foods and Pastries available for purchase in our Market. Don't forget to snag that bottle of White or Red to complete your Italian experience. Remember our motto EAT PASTA...DRINK WINE...BE ITALIAN!

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Joan
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We visited Toscana Forno not expecting too much but we were pleasantly surprised. The food was excellent and very generous portions. The best part was the great service by Amal and the rest of the staff. They really made us feel welcomed and made it a most enjoyable experience. We will return for sure!
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Toscana FornoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Peabody
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4.7
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Marybeth
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The Sunday brunch is amazing. The food was so delicious got a made to order omelette that was heaven..the coffee was fantastic. Service was great even while they were very busy.
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Hawthorne Hotel DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.5
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Danvip
Greater Boston •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
The restaurant was great. The food was outstanding: an order of popovers to start, a roasted duck breast for me, a baked salmon for my wife left us so full we couldn’t get to dessert. The parking was a challenge and it was pretty noisy but our server, Martina, was attentive and friendly so we were very happy with the whole experience and will definitely be back
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Ledger Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Salem
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4.6
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Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Nov 2024
Our Bartender was excellent! The food was amazing! We got the steak and eggs and the breakfast wrap! Absolutely amazing!! Can’t wait to go back! But the star was the lemon ricotta donuts served warm with homemade jam!!!
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The BabePrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.6
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la
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on 24 Aug 2024
First time visitor. The food was delightful! Shared a buffalo cauliflower and it was amazing! The portion was good size for 2 or more. The pork belly burger was great! Had to take 1/2 home. My friend had theFerby burger and couldn't finish hers either. Will be back for sure!
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The DerbyPrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.7

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

2. The Babe

3. The Derby

4. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

5. Toscana Forno

6. Bonefish Harry's - Beverly

7. Pots

8. Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody

9. Landing Restaurant

10. Daniella's Cafe & Market - Danvers

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