Just plain good! The signature chips are house made and far better than regular french fries. Fish and chips ? excellent! Atmosphere fun, relaxing and a bit historic. Beer on draft; servers are very friendly and add to the experience. Go for it! read more

Highly recommend. Quaint and cozy. Nice outdoor seating but we chose to stay inside. Service was excellent. Our waitress Kylie was attentive, friendly, professional, courteous and polite. As well as the hostess and food servers. We ordered the mussels scampi for appetizer. The fish & chips and seafood fra Diavlo special for our entrees. Plenty seafood especially lobster which was awesome. All the food were cooked to perfection, absolutely delicious and worth the price. Definitely going back to try the other items on the menu. read more

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Great service! Food and drinks were delicious. We only had a couple of appetizers, but will be back for a full meal soon! read more

Cheever Tavern - Delicious cocktail Ghost tequila paloma (by request) made by Matt - New American Near Me - Norwell, Massachusetts

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This was a cute place that we found from yelp. In the area for a tournament. The place has a country style feel to it. Staff was helpful and service was amazing. They started us off with the sweet bread which was tasty . We got the steak Frites, crab fried rice and chocolate lava cake. Steak fries was on point. It was perfectly cooked. The fried were super crispy. The fried rice was okay. It could of use more crab meat. The chocolate lava cake was so rich and sweet. Needed another scoop of ice cream for the sweet cake. Overall, a great time. Would come back read more

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They turn people away for no reason - they don't want customers It was midday Sunday, October 16. My wife, our daughter and I wanted to try Cheever Tavern for lunch. It was a beautiful day and we wanted to sit outside on the patio. There were plenty of empty tables outside. We went to the hostess stand and asked to sit outside. The hostess told us they don't have anything available outside, even though we just saw that wasn't true. We asked to sit inside, which was mostly empty. She smugly told us "We're not accepting walk-ins at this time." She was literally standing in front of a room full of empty tables. I asked "All these empty tables behind you are reserved?" And she repeated, "We're not accepting walk-ins at this time." Dumbfounded, we left. On the way out we ran into another family that had been turned away just before us - a husband, a pregnant wife and a young child. She'd told them the same thing. Was it because we had children? There were plenty of kids running around the patio, so they'd been allowed. There was no staff shortage and the place wasn't even half full. Our kids were well behaved, so why weren't we allowed? There was no conceivable reason for the snooty hostess to turn us away. I even check Cheever's online reservations and there were plenty of tables available to reserve, so why the hell were we not allowed? We couldn't even get a reason from them. It was embarrassing and insulting. What a stupid, trashy place. Instead, we went to The Blacksmith Tavern in Pembroke, a much better establishment. They were friendly, accommodating and professional. The food was fantastic, the service was quick and the price was reasonable. It was everything Cheever Tavern was not. We live in the area and we like to dine out. We tip well too. I'm going to tell everyone I know to avoid Cheever Tavern. If you're thinking of visiting Cheever Tavern, don't waste your time. Go to The Blacksmith Tavern in Pembroke instead, you'll have a much better time. read more

sooo pricey and not really worth it, i'll admit the food is good but definitely not worth the price , service is okay at best, dessert isn't exactly worth it, okay on occasion if your willing to spend for little read more

I cannot believe I've not been here sooner. First off, classy place. Well built and organized. Like something you'd expect on MV or Nantucket. Most importantly, the food. We had: Brussels Sprouts & Meatball Slider apps. Wow. Delicious! Then kids MacNCheese, probably the best tasting Mac N Cheese, ever.... Wife had the Cheever Hot Chicken Sandwich & and I had the Haddock Entree. I cannot remember the last time EVERYTHING I ate was unbelievably tasty. Service was great. You can easily spend 2x in the city, for half the value and service. This is a south shore MUST go to. Will back, soon! read more

Very disappointing experience here last week. Unfortunately the waiting area here is practically non existent so don't go without a reservation. We made that mistake and we were stuck in a tiny nook in front of the hostess desk where people coming in and people leaving are walking by with little to no room. Awkward! We were told the wait would be 45 minutes which we were fine with despite our cramped waiting spot. We were surprised looking around at so many open tables ! Why the long wait? Also no one else was waiting. Anyway we ended up being sat much sooner which we were excited about ! We had the Bavarian pretzel appetizer, basic but good. My 7 year old ordered the Mac and cheese off the kids menu which she enjoyed. And a side of mashed potatoes for 8$ which were beyond basic for the price. I had the Caesar salad and added steak tips. I know times are tough but for 15$ worth of steak the amount they put on my plate wouldn't have even been enough for a kids serving. 3 tiny bite size pieces of steak. The flavor was good but the salad itself was nothing special. What made it even less special is the tiny bug that came crawling from under my salad and on to the table. Eeeeeek lost my appetite immediately. Management handled it super well and was very nice by taking my meal off the bill. My husband had the chicken sandwich and said it was super disappointing. Sadly we won't be back ! Nothing noteworthy to eat here read more

Absolutely wonderful dinner - everything was absolutely delicious ordered by me and the entire family! We will be back - the pumpkin ravioli was superb and the atmosphere was really nice! Everyone was saying it was the best meal we have had in years! read more

After a hot day at the beach, I did not want to get in the kitchen and cook dinner for my family. Instead, we called the all new Cheever Tavern and were able to get dinner reservations. Since it was so hot out, we elected to sit indoors. When we arrived, there were plenty of diners enjoying the warm evening. We were quickly escorted to our table. The air conditioning made for a comfortable dining experience. Our servers, Meryl and Eddie were friendly and efficient. The space that the Cheever Tavern inhabits what was once a dive bar. Make no mistake, the Cheever Tavern is no dive bar. Instead, the owners nailed that coastal style that has the atmosphere of a lovely seaside retreat: clean, cool and calming. And yes, there is a great looking bar that is sure to be the place to sit, once the scamdemic ends in November. The service was great. The ambience was great. What about the food? By all accounts, we enjoyed everything that they put in front of us: The Street Tacos, Chicken under a Brick, Field Greens, Turkey Burgers...all delicious with no leftovers to bring home. As a Norwellian, I am thrilled that we now have the Cheever Taven to turn to. Norwell is a town full of decent residents and now, we have a local place to visit for a good meal. read more

Cheever Tavern - It was a hot day. The outdoor tables looked great but we wanted to sit indoors. The interior: crisp, clean and air conditioned. Very nice. - New American Near Me - Norwell, Massachusetts

I found the service was good, the ambiance was disappointing and the food was average. For the prices they charge, I expected a far better meal. read more

Great patio and delicious lobster roll! They've done a fabulous job remodeling. In current times glad they had the foresight to invest in the patio space. Seating is well spread out and has a fabulous gas fire pit, providing nice ambiance and comfort when the sun goes down. We started with guacamole, which was a large portion served with chips. The lobster rolls were perfect and ample, 1/3 lb of lobster meat on butter toasted brioche roll - add a few beverages and it was a perfect meal. Highly recommend checking it out! read more

Cheever Tavern - Lobster roll! - New American Near Me - Norwell, Massachusetts

We went to Cheever since a friend recommended it. At first glance it looked great, but the staffs non- welcoming greeting left us unsure. We met our server and she was curt and unfriendly. Our food was okay. Steak tips were good, but one was raw when I ordered it medium. The mashed potatoes and veggies were flavorless and bland. Overall surprises at the lackluster showing here. Still questioning if our drink actually had the appropriate alcohol listed on the menu. Not repeating dinner here- maybe brunch is better? read more

Yup the hot chicken sandwich is the best in the south shore. Every time I get it , I say, this is the best chicken sandwich I've ever had. Every bite makes your mind go blank . You gotta try it! read more

I reluctantly returned to Cheever Tavern when a friend suggested we meet there for lunch. The food was bland, over-priced. The tables are squished together and the place was loud. I so wanted this spot to become my neighborhood favorite, but I would not even consider going there again. read more

Hostess gave me extra oyster crackers. overall very good service and food for an okay price!

The menu is weird. Small Roasted mercies sautéed in bull cum with sweet baby greens on the side. The service sucked. Too bad. They did a great job renovating the place and Norwell needs a nice restaurant. Go to albas on 53. Excellent .k read more

Mediocre food Noisy Terrible customer service Wait service good Did I say noisy? Tables too close together read more

The food was delicious- loved the menu options for adults and kids. The service was great from the moment we arrived with the friendly hostess and our server. We loved the outdoor seating and the umbrella to ensure we were comfortable even when the sun came out. We'll definitely be back! read more

Cheever Tavern - Tijuana breakfast tacos - New American Near Me - Norwell, Massachusetts

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Amazing! Loved the food and service, my daughter said it was the best grilled cheese she's ever had! Definitely coming back with my son so he can checkout the food runner; she was very cute! Will become a staple for us! read more

First time having crispy chicken skins with onion dip and I have to say the flavors work and it was one of my favorite appetizers I have had in a long time. The ribs and Mac and cheese were nicely done and the basil fried rice was unique and delicious. Great atmosphere and service. Will go again. read more

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If I could give negative stars I would. I'll keep it Simple. The owners are the worst business people on the planet. Food is good, service is worse than bad. Don't go unless you want an awful experience. Seriously, I'm a Norwell resident who wants nothing more than good restaurants. It's that bad! read more

Our meal tonight was delicious! We both had the short rib burger. They were cooked just right. Desert was amazing! We had chocolate lava cake with ice cream and whipped cream. I don't which was better, the ice cream or the whipped cream ! Our server was very nice! The only complaint I have, I made reservations, at 10:00 am, the time table showed nothing but bar high tops available for the time I chose. While we were in the restaurant, there were only two people in the dining room. read more

Cheever is in a great part of Norwell, freshly remodeled with a modern touch and an old story. Great staff from the moment you walk in - host to bartender - you'll get exactly what you're looking for. My girlfriend and I were there and had a Moroccan Old Fashioned (best old fashioned i've ever had) and a bottle of reserve Merlot wine that our server recommended... didn't know they had reserves here! To eat, we got the Maple Brussel Sprouts as an appetizer, which was to die for. For entrees, I got the Short Rib Burger - outstanding flavors and sides. My girlfriend got the Salmon, and hers was deliciously paired with the winter risotto - great work chef! read more

I've given this place two tries- the first time was shortly after they opened and the service was terrible- but the food and atmosphere were great. So we waited a year and gave it another try. Unfortunately, for the prices ($9 pumpkinhead beer?), the service left a lot to be desired- our server was not knowledgeable, friendly or accommodating. A charitable way to describe her approach would be flip and disinterested. There are a lot of great places to eat in the area- you are better off investing your time and money someplace else. read more

Cheever is so great. The food is excellent and the whole vibe is cool and fun and welcoming. Love it.

Great food, good service and ambiance need to dust cobwebs away from around light sconces on the walls good prices too will go back

We have been here numerous times and it never disappoints. From a dinner with friends to grabbing a drink with my spouse to even having lunch with my mother-In-law it was a wonderful experience. Food is really good, drinks are interesting and delicious and staff is always very welcoming. You will not be glad you want! read more

Cheever Tavern is a hidden gem. This was our second time in a week eating dinner there. Service was excellent. Jess was our server and she had a great personality, made great recommendations and alway had a smile on her face. It was nice and warm inside as it was a cold, rainy night. Can't wait to go back and eat outside! The food was phenomenal. Bolognese was the best I've had. Truffle fries on point and and Margherita flatbread was delicious. read more

Cheever Tavern - Truffle fries, Margherita flatbread, and bolognese. - New American Near Me - Norwell, Massachusetts

Sat down at 6:15... entrees (steak & chicken) hit the table at 8:15. Enough said. This was after having a similar experience on a previous visit. We were trying to allow for being short staffed but this wasn't the case tonight. Table next to us had one party that finished and left while we were there and a new group was seated, served and halfway thru their meal by the time ours came. I wouldn't have written this review if they'd comped a drink or something but they did not. What they did was put a 2% "Kitchen adjustment" on the tab... 2%. read more

Nice location but way overpriced, food ok but not great, small portions. They sneak and extra 5% charge for the "kitchen staff". A very hidden charge, when I asked to have it removed, it was in the lower back corner of the menu, so small you could not see it with a telescope, they refused, I took 5% off my tip. The 5% charge is pre meals tax so you get another 7% tax on the 5% fee. Ya that just pisses me off, pay your staff yourself and how do we know they are getting it? Parking is a pain and in very short supply. Think I am done with this place. read more

Went back. It's just not that good. I don't think I'll ever go again. Not intentionally. Only if I have to because of some kind of social kidnapping that you can't get out of. read more

We stopped into Cheever Tavern this afternoon on our way home. It was early, like 4:00PM but the staff welcomed us in!! We chose to sit outside because it was such a nice day, the Sun was perfect and it wasn't too hot. Our Server John was great, He suggested the Street Corn which we LOVED!! He was also very helpful When it came to our entrees; Purple Haze Salad with ( Perfectly Cooked) Salmon and the Basil Fried Rice with Shrimp. I gotta say the Basil Fried Rice was AMAZING! It was crunchy, and sweet with perfectly cooked shrimps on top! They also have a nice wine and beer selection, I opted for the local Stellwagen "Cape Traffic IPA". They have a cool fire pit outside as well as inside seating! This place is a GEM!! Friendly Staff, great Food in a cool atmosphere....see you there!! read more

Cheever Tavern - New American Near Me - Norwell, Massachusetts

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One of the best places in Norwell! Food is consistently good, albeit with some misses given their laudable ever changing menu. The wagyu sliders are amazing. The blackened cod on top of the noodles is divine. The Pulitzer burger sounds great, but somehow falls short of the mark - all of the flavors blend into one. The cauliflower gnocchi is delicious! I could go on... love this place! read more

Nice looking restaurant. Service is good. Food/beverage I would rate average given the price.

We've gotten take-out from Cheever twice and both the food and experience have been fantastic. They've gone above and beyond for my gluten allergy, are so friendly on the phone and in-person, and the food has been delicious both times. We've had the brick chicken, hot chicken sandwich, tacos, wings, salmon, and fish and chips - and the Pinot noir and Cabernet. All soo good! Couldn't recommend this place enough. Can't wait to try their patio! read more

Excellent food, service and ambiance Went as a guest with family for birthday celebration read more

Cheever is great for classic dishes and a cool relaxed atmosphere with New England charm. Their Pullitzer Burger is fantastic and their fries have a nice swirl that allow you to scoop up ketchup on their way to your mouth. Great place for lunch or dinner and never disappointing. read more

It's a good idea to have a sandwich before you eat here. The portions are unusually small. I was there last night ( party of 3 ) and the bread basket contained 3 large "croutons", basically one nicely seasoned roll that was cut into 3 pieces. I ordered the $26 ravioli as the main entree-I received 6 ravioli. So I needed to ask for another crouton. read more

Food is great! I had the Lobster benedict it was delicious with Japanese seaweed salad so its sort of a fusion. We also ordered the advocado benedict and Huevos Rancheros. It was all very tasty! Service was good for the most part though hostess was a little short. read more

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