What an unknown gem in Salem! It's not on a beaten path, but the food has got to be one of the…read morebest in town. We've been in before for their superior steak tips and burgers. We just went in and dropped a worthy $80 on lunch - 2 tequila mules, a special of buffalo bites (if u are lucky and these are on special again - order them!). Chicken kabob sandwich - juicy, perfectly grilled chicken and my husband got the mouth-watering pastrami sandwich. We packed half of it up for dinner tonight. I only gave 4 stars due to the lousy, noisy, raunchy bar flies. They couldn't care less about other customers as they were shouting and cussing away. Having a conversation with my husband was impossible. The bartender, who was 5 stars in her service to us, attempted to remind these people to stop yelling. I understand being a local, as I am one, and it makes me want to keep my favorite places in business. However, disruptive and rude bar flies should be shut out ff earlier and asked to leave or at the very least pipe down. Ultimately, I highly recommend anyone local or out of town to try The Tin Whistle for the food and service. Maybe try one of the tall comfy wooden booths would make for a better atmosphere.

I would give 5 stars but they don't answer the phone for take- out…read more My new favorite dish is their Cajun chicken pasta. OUTSTANDING.. and a special shout out to Lydia who is on lunch shift. BRAVO

Came by on Father's Day with my mom to meet up with a few other people. She has been coming here…read morefor years since they opened in 1978. This is as mom and pap shop as it gets with a full bar and traditional food with it. For drinks we had a gin and tonic, toasted almond and a Michael's ultra beer. Good drinks with great service. We were able to chat and drink at their outdoor seatings. I was even able to get a photo with the charismatic owner Rocky/Rocko Difilipo. Overall, wonderful experience and would come again.

If i could give a zero i would. The cook was drinking while "working" she seemed absolutely…read morehammered. We waited 2 hours just for our "bartender" to tell us our ticket was lost. Mind you there were only 4 tickets. We could see the grill and ticket line. As an experienced service person i know when shits not working. I will never ever go here again. The bartender seemed overwhelmed and unaware with maybe 15 ppl in the place. I can't not stress enough DONT GO HERE!!!!!

We've been here many many times for breakfast. We finally tried lunch! It's fabulous. Cheeseburger…read moreclub was awesome. Turkey club was phenomenal !! Never seen so much roasted turkey in a club sandwich before! It was lunch AND dinner! It's not deli turkey. True roasted turkey. Kudus to Erin and Julie. Love this place!

We recently spent several days in Swampscott on a family vacation. While out for a walk we noticed…read moreeveryone lined up for Lincoln's Landing. My parents absolutely love breakfast and we decided to give it a try. The Blueberry French toast was delicious. My dad had eggs and bacon and my mom had the pancakes. My father couldn't stop raving about the food. The staff were friendly and the restaurant is quaint. I would recommend this restaurant if you love breakfast.

Njord Haven is amazing! I had my doubts before arriving; two vastly different categories of cuisine…read moreon the same menu and somewhat blended? However, I must say, I was very pleasantly surprised with everything we had. The National Dish of Denmark (stegt flæsk) was incredible, the dumplings were jam packed with meat, and the Chinese Churros hit the spot. We came in about 50 minutes before closing and stayed long after, but the service was fantastic the whole time. We were thanked by the owner for coming in and were told that staying late was expected and well welcomed. The restaurant itself is gorgeous and the music was a lot of fun. The restaurant faces the shore, so expect lovely views, especially around the golden hour. Overall, this place is an absolute gem. It's worth the trip from Boston or anywhere within a 50 mile radius, honestly.

Njord Haven is a gem. The Nordic-Asian fusion concept is genuinely interesting, and the execution…read morematches the creativity. Every pairing worked beautifully together. Nothing felt gimmicky, everything was thoughtfully prepared. The ambiance is outstanding. Walking in, it felt like one of the better spots I've dined in Boston proper or New York. The space has real character. Our server Lou was exceptional. First-timers at a tapas-style restaurant, and he made sure we understood the portions, guided us through choices we weren't sure about, and kept us from over-ordering. That level of attentiveness makes a difference. The food was outstanding. The broccoli alone (yes, broccoli) was a standout. The ahi tuna and rice cake were equally impressive. My martini was perfectly executed. The owner came by, introduced himself, and actually spent time with each table. That kind of engagement from ownership tells you everything about the place's standards. I'm already planning my return to work through the rest of the menu. Whether it's a full dinner or just drinks and a snack, Njord Haven is worth the trip.

The food here is amazing and service is always exceptional. Definitely on the expensive side but…read moreyou get your money worth.

Quite possibly one of the top 5 meals I've had in my life. The Beet "carpaccio" was exquisite, the…read moresalad also had one of the top 5 salad dressings I've ever had, I should add that I'm a salad dressing psycho and I could drink dressing and I sometimes do. (My all time fave being the Villa in Wayland dressing which is a town cult classic, the salad itself sucks though). The dressing was so lemony and fresh and I could tell it was made in house. I was surprised when our server said the plate was hot for a beet salad and delightfully it was because the goat cheese was melted onto the beets... yummmm ugh I wish I was eating it right now. The main event: THE TUNA My partner and I took one bite of the mashed potatoes with the miso sauce and both literally got chills and a tear came to our eyes. The texture of the tuna, the crunch of the sesames, the bok choi added a perfect fibrous element and the potatoes in the sauce all melded together in perfect harmony. Texture, flavor, presentation, all five stars I want to scream like the teacher in "a Christmas story" when Ralphie writes his theme and the teacher screams "A++++++++++++++++++++!!!!!"

Had an excellent lunch with very authentic and attentive service…read more Oysters, lobster rolls, fisherman's platter- all were awesome! View of Boston skyline was a nice bonus! *I've been previously and it was just ok- it was much improved this time.

Nice staff, nice views and decent food. Tucked away from the madding crowds of Boston etc the…read morerestaurant is a peaceful escape with views over the Nahant Bay. The upstairs venue was a lovely scene the night we ate at the restaurant, with music loud enough that it drowned out the ambiance downstairs. While the food was flavorful... wide and I both felt bloated and gassy for 18 hours...

New chef , I hear from the old Lynnepesaki. The steak tacos 3 per order (new to menu)were packed…read morewith delicious steak and fresh ingredients. Everyone else ordered the salmon which I hear was a great portion and cooked to order. See ya soon

Very happy with everything a true pub and grill with good food. What else can you ask for better…read morethan a lot of other places around that are noted for their state tips these were great with a nice burn on them.

Five stars! I made…read morea reservation online for a group of 7 to celebrate the birthday of a family member. I appreciated that we could view their menu and make a same day reservation online. We arrived on time and were seated in an area close to the bar for our party! The staff made us feel very welcome and comfortable. The restaurant was very clean, lit well and decorated nicely. We ordered a variety of drinks and dishes. The drinks were made well and were beautiful to look at. The appetizers were delicious but unfortunately I didn't get pictures. The foods were prepared with care and very flavorful. They were beautifully presented. My son had a cheeseburger and he ate every bit of it! Everyone in my party stated that their dish was delicious and that they would come back for more. We were also surprised at the end when the staff sang happy birthday and presented a slice of tiramisu cake to our family member whose birthday it was! That was so very thoughtful and appreciated. We appreciated the good food and the good vibes! I highly recommend!

Service is great. I love the bar staff. Food is very good too. No complaints. It's a great place to…read moreeat and hang after a long day at work.

Always like going there Roger is a nice person. He's an excellent cook. Just tell him what you like…read moreand he'll cook it up for you. The coffee day is pretty good too. I like the atmosphere you can lounge and still enjoy your breakfast and time for your cell phone with your loved one.

This past weekend I decided to try out April's for brunch because a friend of a friend recommended…read moreit. I went and the place is small but cute. The host welcomed me right away while attending other guests. I waited for my table for about 15 minutes. Not too bad being that the place was packed! In the summertime they have an outside patio area which helps with the capacity of people. So I get seated. Looked at the menu which was nicely done. I ordered a tequila sunrise to get the day going (don't judge me! ) after about 5 minutes my drink was brought to me. With such great service I thought I was gonna be ok for an amazing brunch... I wasn't! ‍ I ordered the Boston Omelette (steak tips, onions, mushrooms, peppers, and cheese). The dish came with home fries and toast. I declined the toast because I always ordered a side of pancakes with banana, strawberries, and blueberries! Even though the place was packed. The kitchen was pumping out the orders! The food came within 10 minutes. The presentation looked delicious. But after the first bite of my omelette, I knew we had an issue. The steak (or lack there of!) had not seasoning or flavor to it. Nor did the home fries! Very basic! I had to put a lot of salt and pepper to try and enjoy either item... I didn't even finish the dish. I moved onto the pancakes because they looked delicious. Whomp whomp! Another let down! The only good thing about the meal was then tequila sunrise drink! Would've expected more from this place flavor wise!

Excellent food and service!! Loved it - would definitely recommend!!…read moreOne of the best Italian restaurants I have ever eaten at!! Ambience was wonderful too!!

I got the steak frites for takeout and it excellent. The steak was very tender and cooked…read moreperfectly, fries were also great. Plan to dine in soon for more.