What's not to like about Friendly's? I wish there were more around. While visiting the Boston area this was a must stop on our journey. It really brought back a lot of memories of my growing up days in New York. The waiter bought us the menus and I didn't even have to look at it. I knew I wanted a hot fudge sundae with vanilla ice cream and a side of French fries. There's definitely a long story behind it which I won't get into, but trust me when I say it totally floated my boat. I left there a very happy person. We were a party of 9 and the service was great. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Thanks for the memories Friendly's! read more

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Friendly's in Peabody is amazing. I love the atmosphere, they don't play loud music and it's not freezing. The food is really great and the waitresses are really nice. Kristen and Jessica and Kim are my favorite waitresses. Thank you Friendly's. read more

The quintessential dining experience; I had the poor man's surf and turf (my term) which is a Fishamajig (I think best thing on the menu) and a Friendly frank. They even cut up some onions for my dog. The wifey had the crispy chicken salad....fresh and crispy (both the chicken and lettuce) she said it was perfect; free happy ending sundae was also perfect. All for $38. Could be happier and they are open til 11 every night!! After 8 PM they have specials too. Also, Nicole, who works nights, was the best...very attentive, friendly and most accommodating. read more

I was so excited to enjoy my ice cream sundae from Friendly's when I open the bag and notice that my large cookies and cream Sunday with hot fudge, peanut butter sauce, peanut butter cup and cherries was only half full compared to the other sundae we bought. I'm very disappointed with how little attention is made in the quality and quantity of their food. The portions are always inconsistent which is extremely frustrating, especially because I'm paying for a large sundae, I should receive what I'm paying for. Very upsetting and will most likely cause me to question going here ever again and instead will go to other places where portions are more consistent like Holy Cow, or Ben and Jerrys. read more

Friendly's - Example of inconsistent portions between two large sundaes. - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts

It's Friendly's -- c'mon, we all grew up on this place. Burgers, melts, fries, and of course the sundaes. You don't come here expecting fine dining; you come here because you know exactly what you're going to get, and it never really changes. Is it outstanding? Nah. Is it consistent, comforting, and a little nostalgic every single time? Absolutely. And honestly, that's why Friendly's will always have a soft spot on my list. read more

awesome food friendly environment they have one at tge northshore mall as well mad toppings smooth ice cream

I think the 3 star ratings are a bit severe. This is a great place to bring kids, so don't expect a quiet or romantic experience. The food is good, basic fare, nothing fancy. Reasonable prices and friendly service. As it is one of the last surviving Friendly's it is usually crowded and service is a tad slow, but again friendly. Great place for seniors on a budget. read more

Great, the waitress was nice and the food came quick. The bathrooms were clean. We love Froemdly and wish there were more. I wish the coloring books were bigger and more crayons. The chicken was a little cold. The ac was to high even though it was hot out read more

We ordered pickup, all the ice creams were not in the order. The food was freezing cold and the portions for the munchi mania were tiny not enough for even a child. My french fries were burnt and only filled the bottom inch of the container. Over paid for barely any food nothing we ordered was enjoyable will never eat there again. Should be ashamed over charging for food that is not even the size of a McDonald's happy meal. Waste of money and most of the food was under cooked. read more

Before I start, let me say that I rate places based on their peers. A McDonalds that was great will still get five stars over a poor experience. Everyone should know Friendly's isn't a high end steak house in Boston. But dang, if this place doesn't get just about everything right in one of the last standing Friendleez this side of Worcester. We all grew up going here, right? Sometimes we crave that nostalgia of our youth and attempt to pass it along to our children. I WANT Friendlys around long after I'm gone and my kids are grandparents themselves. Will it happen? Probably not. But at least we get to experience it in the here and now. We entered towards the hostess stand next to the to-go ice cream area. Once quickly greeted, a clean and inviting booth led us to the back of the restaurant. It was maybe half full on a weeknight, and that's fine too. The place overall is very well kept, with some really fun ice cream artwork around. What I love the most about Friendleez is the straightforward menu. You know what you are going to get. A greasy sandwich with fries, maybe a salad if you're on a diet. It's as Americana as it comes. I went with the Philly cheesesteak melt and it was exactly what I was expecting. Not the highest quality beef ever but the well cooked vegetables along side it complimented the perfectly grilled bread. The fries were also perfectly crispy, albeit a bit under seasoned. The kids menu is just awesome because they not only get a meal, but a drink and dessert thrown in alongside everything. Now, the only thing I don't like about Friendleez in general is what they do to the bill for the anticipated tip. They "deduct" the free dessert from the bill so -$5.99 comes off, but the calculated tip is still including that $5.99. I find the practice very odd and someone with a keen eye for math will pick it up right away, many others will miss it. You could be tipping 25% (also calculated post tax). Our server was spectacular, attentive, and jovial. She certainly earned a good tip, don't get me wrong.....but like why do you have to do that? While it's sad a massive amount of the locations have closed over the years, it's obvious why this one remains open and thriving. They are doing a ton of things right and we can still hold out that tiny sliver of hope that our grandkid's will get to also experience the throwback style sit down restaurant some day. read more

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My kids love it there. I love their classic desserts. Such a staple. Too bad there's not many left around. Prices are just right. Brings back my childhood memories. read more

Exactly what I was looking for when I stopped in. Clean restaurant, fast and friendly service and all of the menu items that I remember. It's food from Friendly's, not fine dining so temper your expectations. My coke came in an old school wide mouthed coke glass with a nice red straw. My server took my order promptly and the food was delivered quickly. With so many of these locations closing, I hope they can continue to serve the community for years! This visit was a welcome bit of nostalgia and I'd love for my children to be able to expirence the thrill of coming here! On a final note, PLEASE tip your servers!! My mother was able to raise me while working at Friendly's for years and I hope the same is still possible! read more

Excellent food choices, except clams, I'm allergic which means I'm limited from fried foods. Serviced is always great, they are friendly. Music is great and not overwhelming read more

Great experience got what we wanted quick service kind and good food kids got extra cherry. A three small free sundaes

Great Friendly's in Peabody. Wonderful staff, great ice cream. Munchie mania is awesome. Waffle fries with cheese sauce, mini mozzarella sticks, and cheese quesadilla were fantastic. Resses pieces sundae was delightful. Clean and nice restaurant. read more

My wife and I had a wonderful lunch today at Friendly's in Peabody, Mass. The service was warm and helpful. Our burgers were cooked perfectly, juicy and delicious. And our dessert ice cream sundaes were delightful. the Restaurant was clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. We enjoyed our Friendly's meal tremendously. We'll be back soon! read more

Love the tuna roll, burgers are good too, and their happy ending sundae..and the staff is great..

I go there for my sundaes, and whoever makes them , nose what there doing, reminds me of when I was a little kid, And I am 69 now , FRIENLEY's IS BACk read more

Came after a long soccer game but for some reason the wait took even longer it took at least seven minutes for them to come over here and then wait on us. We were waiting outside the wait right here area and it took at least three minutes for that as you know from my previous ratings I'm a very time conscious person so of course I timed that for the drinks it took less than six minutes so that was good. it took two minutes matter of fact, two minutes and 37 seconds so that wasn't that bad but when I tasted my drink, I thought it was Coca-Cola and I ordered Sprite. Everybody else at the table complained just as much as me cherry Coke it isn't cherry. What is this flavor Sprite not Sprite this lemonade did you put citrus in it actually that's not the point sugar is all that's in lemonade but I'm still waiting for my food right now so I will have to update you when they come back. It is taking them forever though and nobody is here Right now, they have been prioritizing cleaning all the other tables that no one is gonna set up because no one comes to this Friendly's, which is just stupid because obviously you're not gonna get customers if you clean tables I gave them 15 minutes to deliver my food for five people most of them children so the orders were small. There's basically nobody in this restaurant and you know how long it took 19 minutes and 24 seconds I am mad this is disgraceful my fries taste like chemicals and my friend found a fry in her burger My very small child he's nine but he weighs as much as a six-year-old could finish this grilled cheese in about seven seconds that's how small it was. He needs no more nutrients right now. He is on a bulk. according to this review checklist thing, I have to talk about the ambience in here. It's pretty OK but all I can see right now is a boy looking at another boy is a painting eating ice cream not very interesting but it does feel like I'm back in the 1900s you know I mean it's OK. I will update if necessary, but I'm going to end my order now. read more

Friendly's - Chicken came like this - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts

Elite ice cream was the best ice cream I've ever had would come back might get a frappe next time read more

When it comes to fast food/chain restaurants, people tend to look down and took bad about them. I had an amazing experience at this friendly today. The service was quick and staff were very helpful and friendly. The food tasted great, my table was very clean and stocked up. The restaurant was also clean, same with the bathrooms. I only had good things to say about this place. Definitely will come back. read more

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Clean floors, yummy food, and the nicest waiter. Beware of the old lady waiter she can be a bit grumpy

good service good food no complaints at with Friendly the family loved it so that's a plus read more

The food was nicely cooked. Service was friendly and courteous. Leisurely atmosphere. I like that there were healthy options on the menu to choose from read more

Friendly's - Cheddar Jack Chicken Dinner - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts

We had a very pleasant experience here yesterday. I must admit I was a bit nervous since I haven't been to a Friendly's in a long time. Our server Veronica was super cool and friendly, she made sure we were well taken care of and even made some food suggestions for the next time we come back! We tried a few of the new menu items. I'm not lying when I say this but Friendly's has the best cheese bites !!! They're like mini mozzarella sticks! I also ordered the new chicken parm sandwich, it was cheesey , crunchy , hot n fresh. Of course we saved room for ice cream which was indeed the perfect happy ending. read more

Friendly's - Cheese Bites - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts

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LOVE the hunka chunka!!!!!!!! Best chicken tenders and fries (liked mixing the honey mustard and buffalo - pro tip). Diabetes in a cup, but in a good way. It was good, I'll have to run it off tomorrow!!!! read more

Clean. Great service. My daughter's and my favorite Daddy Daughter date night place. I have been coming to Friendlys for 50 years. An American institution. Keep it going. read more

Always enjoy Friendly's ! Great food and ice cream ! Just wish they'd bring back breakfast!!!

A blast from the past for those of us who don't live in New England. Use to be in the Middle of Midwest but loonngg goonnee. I started to eat there in 1973 in Ohio and found them in Michigan when I moved there in 1988. My college buddy and I would drive 20 miles one way just for the ice cream. Almost got the hot dog buns for old times sake, but since I never had a lobster roll and it was on the menu I wanted to try it. EBS raved about lobster rolls, but I don't think he got them here. Lobster roll must be something you need to eat more to learn how good it taste. Glad I tried it, but the hot dog my sister got looked better to this Midwesterner. The kids had never eaten here and my sister grew up with these like I did. I think the kids will make her bring them back just for the kid's meal ending of do it yourself sundaes. All I know is that the ice cream tasted as good as I remembered. With the same good service and free refills on the drinks, Coke products. I still wonder why they are not national chain any more. Great food and ice cream was once a winner and maybe if us Midwesterners make a fuss, they will again grace our area. read more

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Im person was great. Service was great. Trying delivery to my hotel for the first time now so I'll see how that works out.

Have gotten some of the best food here in the last few months and can't rave enough. Y'all rock! Service is always fast and easy! Me and my family absolutely love Friendly's! read more

Service was great! The staff was very fast with my pick up order. Both of the cashiers at the front were kind and helpful.

Every time I order online for pick up, my food is ready on time and the employees are super nice. I will continue to use Friendly's as my go to when I need to buy lunch on my break! read more

Friendly's - Kids Worms & Dirt Friend-z - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts

Friendly's has been a favorite of mine since I was a kid. As a Waltham resident, I was blessed to have a Friendly's restaurant in my home town. Then, the unthinkable happened. The Friendly's in Lexington closed down and was repurposed into a Starbucks. One-by-one, we were losing Friendly's restaurants. I watched them drop like flies. Eventually, my nightmare scenario was realized as the Waltham Friendly's was finally shut down for good. All of a sudden, I realized that the closest Friendly's to where I lived was quite a long distance away. But so beloved is the food, the ice cream, and the ambiance there, that yes, I'm willing to travel to 250 Andover Street in Peabody for my Friendly's fix. It's eerily similar to the Waltham setup, which is actually really nice as I tend to get nostalgic to the point of melancholy upon remembering all of the good times I used to have in the Waltham Friendly's. So, with all of that being said, here was a summary of my most recent experience in the Peabody Friendly's. 1 - It's always a painfully long wait at that Friendly's podium that they set up with the seating chart. And it's not like I can blame the staff.... Because there are so few of them left. Everyone's busy. 2 - Although they burnt my "medium" cheeseburger to something not even dental records could identify (...assuming burgers came with teeth), Lori (our waitress) took one look at it and offered to have a new burger prepared. I never like to send back food, but trust me, I was grateful to do so on this occasion. She then told me that they lost a cook who just up and quit which was causing some culinary difficulties out in the back. 3 - When the new burger came out, it was PERFECT; as were the fries that she replenished free of charge. This was, overall, a great dining experience. Some suggestions I'd make... and I do so delicately because I'm balancing my need to provide constructive criticism with not wanting to lose one of the few viable Friendly's restaurants in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: A - Advertise that you're hiring. B - Offer to pay a livable wage, then actually PAY it. C - Make sure your existing and valued employees are being paid as well. D - While we're talking money, give Lori a raise. Seriously, she was beyond wonderful with an inexplicably cheery disposition, even as she was gettin' slammed during the lunch rush. I gave her a healthy tip, of course, but she needs to be taken care of. She's someone who makes coming to this particular Friendly's a thoroughly enjoyable experience. E - Try to hire more people. You need more waitstaff, cooks, and at minimum, someone who can greet new patrons. Yes, we watched prospective patrons walk out because nobody was even making eye contact with them. F - Please keep this place open. I love it and I'd hate to see it go by the wayside like so many other Friendly's restaurants have done beforehand. read more

Friendly's - Great service and, of COURSE, great ice cream. We LOVE it here. :) - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts

Always exactly what we are looking for. It is a reasonably priced, family friendly lunch, dinner and of course dessert restaurant. Peanut butter cup sundae yum! read more

Went on a busy Saturday night, though the wait was not too long. Good place for a simple burger and some ice cream.

Service was poor, baby high chair were super dirty, there was a hair in my babies cheddar soup. Food was horrible in general didn't like it at all. read more

Fantastic food very nice staff but very annoying girl talking behind me about gay bs what ever food was the best food I ever had 1000000 recommend wait time 10 15 minutes read more

Friendly's - Sunday - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts

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I've never had a bad experience here. It's a great Friendly's that has been around forever and needs to stay! Reasonable prices and you can't beat the sundaes!! Would love to see them bring back the table coloring pages they used to have for kids! read more

I got 2 sundaes from this location and 1 sundae had a staple in it!! A STAPLE!!!!!! My boyfriend got a spoonful and almost swallowed it. I put a picture up to prove it as well. I called the store and the manager did not apologize or care at all and was very rude the whole time. Nothing was done for me. That's "friendly's" for you read more

Friendly's - The staple that was in my sundae - American Near Me - Peabody, Massachusetts