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Hotel Salem - The Roof, Salem, MA

Hotel Salem - The Roof

4.1
4.1
60 Reviews
$30 and under
Tex-Mex
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
  • Hot spot
Unique among Salem restaurants, The Roof offers Salem’s only open-air rooftop bar and restaurant serving the necessities—strong drinks and simple food. Located at the top of The Hotel Salem, this seasonal dining space features an outdoor kitchen and expansive views of Salem’s cobblestone streets and bustling harbor. Expect to find some of the best-crafted cocktails in the area, as well as tacos, rice bowls, and more.

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This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tex-Mex, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Kitchen Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (978) 451-4950
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Salem
  • Cross Street
    Washington st.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Salem train station is located less than 1 block away
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 60 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 3.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseQuiet

Loved For

  • Boston Metro North

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hotel Salem - The Roof offers a stunning rooftop experience with "amazing views" over Salem and a lively atmosphere. Visitors rave about the "fantastic cocktails" and commend the staff for their friendliness. While the food receives mixed reviews, the ambience and drinks are highlights, making it a "great spot" for drinks and sunsets.

60 Reviews
  1. Cheryl

    VIP

    New York City

    13 reviews

    1.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    No experience at all. They called me at 12:59pm and left a voicemail while I was on a flight in to Boston. I didn’t see it. Showed up for my reservation, after seeing people from a distance from our hotel rooftop being served at The Roof, and was told they weren’t serving on the roof top. We went to Turners Seafood and it was amazing! All worked out.
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 26 October 2024
    Hi Cheryl, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re truly sorry for the miscommunication regarding the rooftop service and that it affected your plans. We understand how disappointing this must have been, especially after traveling. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your meal at Turners Seafood, but we regret that we didn’t have the opportunity to serve you as expected. We hope you’ll give us another chance in the future for a better experience. Have a nice day!

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  2. Bridget

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to watch the sunset and the full moon. It was gorgeous and perfect. Good drinks too. Would definitely recommend!
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 23 October 2024
    Thanks for the awesome review, Bridget! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Cheers!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So great. Nachos were outstanding. Cider and cocktail we ordered were fantastic.
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 11 October 2024
    Hi Anonymous, We so appreciate you sharing your experience with us. We strive every day to keep our best guests (like you) happy. So thank you from the entire family of Lark Hotels, AWOL, Blind Tiger, and Bluebird Hotels. We can't wait to see you again. Until then, safe travels!

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  4. Jocelyn

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was not good at all. Definitely the worst food our entire trip
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 26 October 2024
    Hi Jocelyn, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the food didn’t meet your expectations, especially as we strive to provide a high-quality dining experience for our guests. Your comments will be shared with our kitchen team as part of our ongoing effort to improve. We hope the rest of your trip was enjoyable, and we’d love the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and offer a much better dining experience. Wishing you all the best!

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  5. Brittany

    Tampa

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ordered the street corn dip, chicken tacos, tortilla soup and the southwest eggrolls. All of it desperately needed salt and pepper which isn’t on table. The street corn dip was mostly just corn and beans and the soup was very tomato tasting. We did finish the tacos which were the best out of the four. The atmosphere was cute up on the roof at sunset.

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  6. Rebecca

    New York City

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 30 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    You are paying for the view. A beautiful rooftop. Service was Okay, not super friendly. Drinks were fine. Food is served and you are given plastic cutlery and plates. The food was basic at BEST. Plenty of better food options in Salem, go here for a drink and a pretty picture
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 9 October 2024
    Hello Rebecca, Thanks for sharing your experience! It sounds like the rooftop view was the highlight, and we’re glad you enjoyed that. We're sorry to hear the food didn’t meet your expectations, but we appreciate the feedback. Stopping by for a drink and the view does sound like a solid plan, and we hope your next meal in Salem hits the spot! Have a great day!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing! We sat on the cushions behind the bar and had had 2 rounds of drinks which were both awesome. Such a great place with such down to earth people.
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 26 September 2024
    Thanks for the awesome review, Anonymous! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Cheers!

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  8. Aditi

    VIP

    Portland

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 4 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This is a cute spot to hang out but the drinks are a little over-priced and OK - I think the Ledger down the street has superior options. The food was also ok - i got the ahi tuna tacos. I think I will prefer to go somewhere for dinner and come here and chill at the bar in the future.
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 6 September 2024
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Aditi! We're glad you enjoyed the atmosphere at The Roof and found it a nice spot to hang out. We appreciate your feedback on the drinks and food and will definitely keep it in mind as we strive to enhance our offerings. We look forward to welcoming you back for a relaxing time next time you're in the area!

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  9. Bill

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Bar staff was excellent and wait staff were great too. We enjoyed our day over looking downtown Salem. We went on a week day so I’m told it gets quite busy on weekends
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 5 September 2024
    Hi Bill, Thank you for making yourself at home with us! We appreciate your kind words and look forward to your return. Until then, take care!

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  10. Jessica

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great drinks and food but they were out of sour cream!
    Hotel Salem - The RoofResponded on 3 September 2024
    Hey Jessica, We loved having you! Our team looks forward to making your next visit even better, so please come see us again.

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FAQs

Hotel Salem - The Roof is rated 4.1 stars by 60 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

Google Map for Hotel Salem - The Roof

209 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970-3727

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Washington st.
  • Area
    Salem
  • Hours of Operation
    Kitchen Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Bar Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Tex-Mex, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Salem train station is located less than 1 block away
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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