Definitely eat here! So good! Awesome small diner, cute…read morevibes! Staff super friendly! Be warned it's a very small place, one cook & one waitress but food was worth the wait!! I loved the decorations too.

What a great find! Recommended by a friend who knew I had a soft spot for old diner cars, I went…read morepurely on recommendation, and was NOT disappointed. The diner itself maintains its' early 20th century ambiance, and has a warm, welcoming feel when you walk in. Food is superb (huge portions!) and the service is first rate!!! The two owners really put their hearts into this place. No easy task, when you see how hard they work. They seem to know everyone who walks in by name, and they instantly engage with anyone they don't know. I left wishing only the best for them. Had the Church's Combo, which wound up being my only meal that day, since there was so much of everything....they make the best pancakes on the North Shore!

I had a great experience here. The service was fast, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. The food…read morecame out quickly and tasted fantastic -- fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I'll definitely be coming back.

Food: Everything was delicious. Coffee was really good. Quick and hot…read more Service: Very nice and attentive despite it being super busy. Ambiance: Cute decor. Love the mugs. Inclusive diner. Will definitely be returning. Just keep in mind we arrived 30-40 mins before opening and waited outside. It does get busy and there's a long line but we went in October so it might be different during another time that isn't peak for Salem.

Great spot for amazing egg sandwiches and great coffee. The sandwiches are TOTALLY worth the trip…read moreso of you are looking for some quick bites and not a sit down breakfast/brunch this is absolutely the place to go.

Unique menu with interesting tea flavors and tater tot bowls, really good cafe overall. I got an…read morealmond milk latte with vanilla, and you can make any sandwich gluten free. I had the Crave sandwich and it was maybe the best sandwich I have ever had. I loved the spicy jelly and the unique gluten free bread with herbs baked in. They also have gluten-free Boston cream cake as well as other options.

Great place to grab lunch if you're exploring Salem! We grabbed the steak bites, clam chowder, and…read moresome fried calamari. Had to try their $5 mystery shot which did not disappoint. It changes every time!

I went here for dinner alone and ate at the bar. The service was nice. I ordered the chicken pesto…read morepanini with fries. They were both great. There wasn't a lot of patrons when I was here. The bathrooms were clean and it's located right next the parking garage so the location is great. I would definitely come back here.

Deb's Steiner has been sold and renamed. I believe it's called the black cat now. but I hear very…read moregood reviews about it. Parking is also in the back so if you go there, there's nothing out front. You can always go around the back. There's plenty of parking in there.

I try to have breakfast at Deb's whenever I'm in the Salem area. It's just the warmest, most down…read moreto earth place, THE best way to start any day!!

First things first I had no idea how to get to the parking lot in the back. If you don't go in…read morethrough the back you will awkwardly be standing at the front of the building waiting for someone to notice you because the hostess stand is in the back of the restaurant. Not very tourist friendly because we're all trying to figure out where we're going and looking at GPS and not even noticing that in dark letters on the sign it says there's a parking in the back that you don't notice until you've already found parking on a side street. Just a bit frustrating but not much to be done about it. I got a hot chocolate and it was fine, just a standard diner-like hot chocolate. Then the burrito came and although it was supposed to have cheese and chorizo in it, all I tasted was beans and pico de gallo. Barely tasted the eggs. It was HUGE also and the beans are filling so I couldn't finish it but I was just disappointed in the lack of balance in the flavors. I will say the apple cinnamon waffles were fantastic. The crumble on the top was my favorite part. I would just get that next time. I tried my mom's eggs benedict and did not like the hollandaise so I'm glad I didn't get that, I think the waffles might be their specialty.

From the looks of things this is probably one of the better restaurants in Salem. Fully decked out…read morein Halloween swag, this old house, turned converted restaurant is a busy spot. The spaceci itself is tight, loolts of tables are squeezed in. Be ready to meet new people, lol. The staff was cordial and service was pretty quick. I looked at a lot of different plates when I came in and decided to stick to my regular diner choice, grilled cheese & fries. My friend was far more adventurous with the turkey sausage eggs Benedict. It was good, very much so met the standatd. My friend said her dish was weird, but edible,thought it would be better with turkey bacon. Note: there is a parking lot in the back of the building l.

loved! this was my first stop in Salem & it did not disappoint! My waitress was incredible - I wish…read moreI remembered her name to give a shout out but she was wearing a black bandana, had 2 braids & tattoos! The food was great - I had a GF egg & mushroom breakfast sandwich. the mushrooms were marinated and to die for! I also had a nutty professor latte which was 10/10! Overall, cute, cozy place & great experience!

Gulu-Gulu is a solid, casual stop if you're in Salem and need something quick and affordable…read more Gulu-Gulu Cafe has a laid-back, artsy vibe, but overall the atmosphere and food both fall pretty average, nothing bad, just nothing that really stands out. One plus is that they do have some gluten-free options, which is always appreciated, so it's definitely doable if you have a gluten allergy. Overall, it's a convenient lunch spot if you're nearby, affordable, easy but not necessarily a must-visit.

One of the best restaurants in Salem. From hosting events to hip hop brunch you can't go wrong with…read moreLedger.

Super cool ambiance and atmosphere. Going in without a reservation can be a bit of a challenge but…read morethey do have plenty of seating at the bar, which is nice. I definitely want to go back and try again but my first experience there was a little lackluster. Service was really slow - but the staff recognized that and provided a free appetizer. The oysters were fine but one didn't taste fully right - but that happens all the time and is part of the risk of eating oysters. The food order was messed up - but the staff helped expedite service to correct it. The portions felt kind of small for the cost but with all of that said the food itself was good and I would definitely recommend it as a nice date spot, nice night out spot, etc. and like I said, hopefully I'll go back sometime soon and hopefully my experience was just an off night.

Brunch was really great here! The French toast reminded us of a fried dough, so crunchy and yummy…read more I was hesitant about ordering a cold brew, if you are picky about your coffee you know it can be a hit or miss, but it was great as well! Service was fast. We were surprisingly satisfied overall.

After having it on my list for months, I came to The Babe during Restaurant Week in Salem in…read moreJanuary 2026. Restaurant Week, as per the Salem Chamber of Commerce's website, is summed up as: "Participating restaurants offered special two- and three-course prix-fixe menus, giving locals and visitors alike a chance to explore, support, and celebrate Salem's vibrant dining scene." For $45 I got cheddar jalapeño fritters, a poutine burger (hamburger with fries cheese and gravy on top, kale Caesar salad with freshly grated cheese, and fresh, piping hot apple cider donuts. The burger was hearty, the fritters popped, and the donuts hit the spot but by far the standout was the kale caesar salad with the creamy dressing over crispy and crunchy kale topped with the tangy grated cheese. A Downeast cider washed it all down and was refreshing. I went on a weekday so there were a few people sitting at the bar with me but overall the place wasn't packed. What I really appreciated was the general manager came to talk to me specifically about their Restaurant Week food selection and to get my feedback. She was super friendly and I told her about the kale caesar salad. Parking is on the street and can be hit or miss because The Babe is right on Washington Street where it starts to curve around the corner. It's worth it to keep circling though. The Babe has different events each night of the week, including Jazz Tuesdays and karaoke Fridays. I had a great time at The Babe and I appreciate how much they support the local Salem community. I am looking forward to going back!

Good service, immediately greeted with a smile and good energy by the cashier. I ordered a iced…read morecaramel macchiato. It was perfect! as well as an bacon egg and cheese on a toasted croissant which were very fresh. As a complementary, they gave me some cheese bread that tasted very fresh and delicious. The ambience is very clean, relaxing, cozy, and I love their orange couch as a bold statement piece to the coffee shop!

In Salem for a film and found this lovely spot before heading to set. Nice cappuccino and love…read moretheir orange couch!