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My daughter and I were out of towners and felt like we had hit the local hot spot for sure(which is…read morewhat we look for). Food was delicious and service was great There was one waitress and one cook and they were rocking that packed house! You could not tell by the food or service that they were the only ones working.

Tried to order via phone for pick up. No answer so we drove over. Was a bit frantic but the order…read morefinally came out. Food was good, but service needs help.

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Wings and bacon Mac and cheese

George's Restaurant & Bar

4.5(258 reviews)

0.3 mi

Great service and food! We got seated right away! All five people in our parry enjoyed their food!read more

i was looking for a brunch place open in gloucester on a sunday at 1pm, and george's restaurant &…read morebar seemed to be the only place open (in winter season). i am so glad i found this place! it's on a corner after the main rotary, street parking available. lilly & other staff all provided excellent service and a warm welcome. i tried their florentine benedict with a single jumbo blueberry pancake. their florentine benedict is so scrumptious, loaded with spinach & tomato and perfectly poached eggs. the blueberry pancakes are huge and completely stuffed with blueberries. i was so pleased when i asked if they had real maple syrup, and the gentleman who served me went and got it right away. and they don't overcharge for it like most places! they also have plenty of drink options available which all sounded delicious. florentine benedict 9.5/10 blueberry pancakes 10/10 overall, the meal was absolutely delicious, clearly a hometown staple for locals, and for good reason. not only that, they're reasonably priced and i will definitely return when in the area for breakfast or brunch. ambiance: 4.8/5 food: 5/5 drinks: n/a services 5/5 george's restaurant & bar: 5/5

If you like to Belly Up this is the breakfast place for you

The George's breakfast combo

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Saltwater Grille

4.3(124 reviews)

Great meal after whale watching in Gloucester :). The potato skins hit the spot! They were heavy…read moreon the bacon! I had the lobster roll and it was pretty good. I liked the hint of garlic! It was relatively small I'd say but still quite good. The fries were soo crunchy I loved it! We finished our meal with the chocolate mousse cake which was divine! The service was reasonably fast even though the restaurant was crowded.

Don't be fooled by the humble exterior come on in and be amazed. Our server Patricia was friendly…read moreand helpful. Oh and the food was delicious. I mean really really good. Skip the downtown shenanigans and stop in for lunch or dinner.

Saltwater Grille 6/2026

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Saltwater Grille 6/2026

Little Sister

4.4(20 reviews)

3.9 mi

The fish fry was so delicious. Thr open kitchen was incredibly clean. I can't wait to go back…read moreL

The place is small but cute. Everyone there is super nice and sweet. The food is good, I like how…read moreyou can make your own burger. The fries are thin and crispy

The Little Sister kitchen, with Chef Josh Smith at the helm, working his magic.

Little Sister burger, spicy waffle fries.

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Little Sister 7/2026

Oak to Ember

4.3(158 reviews)

0.4 mi

I had dinner with my mom at Oak to Ember a week or so ago when we spent a long weekend on Cape Ann…read more Of all the restaurants we had planned to check out, I was most excited about Oak to Ember! Looking right out onto Gloucester Harbor, the location and the views are incredible. It's also an incredibly cool, modern spot. The interior has high ceilings and cool decor (it used to a fisherman's union hall), and the outside seating couldn't be more beautiful with those Gloucester Harbor views. The restaurant serves fresh New England seafood, dishes made with seasonal and regional produce and meat, and dishes made using their live-fire grill and smoker! No kidding, I wanted everything on this menu. My mom eats vegetarian/mostly vegan, so she ordered two small plates for herself that were veggie-focused. I ordered their smoked monkfish burnt ends (with lemongrass chili crunch and apple & celery root slaw) and their pan seared scallops (with summer mushroom risotto, smoked brisket jam, and sun-dried tomato butter). Both dishes were great. I couldn't eat all of it, but I took the leftover burnt ends home and sliced them up for sandwiches the next two days (made the best sandwiches). The risotto was one of the best I've ever had - absolutely great flavor, but I did wish they'd gotten a little more color/sear on the scallops themselves - but they weren't overcooked, which is the most important part of the cook on a scallop! I really loved my meal. Their wine list was also great, and I had a wonderful glass of Bourgogne Blanc. The service was great - Sabrina was our server, and she was wonderful! This is a popular spot, so you need a reservation if you want to grab dinner here during popular hours. We had a reservation for around 7 on a Saturday night, and a group of two walked in without a reservation and were told they had an opening for walk-ins around 9. We had to wait a bit for our table but otherwise our meal was pretty perfect service-wise. We had a great meal at Oak to Ember. I'd love to return.

Smokehouse x fish?! Knew I had to come try this place out when looking for a lunch in Gloucester…read more Stumbled upon this place after looking at neighboring restaurants that had salads and fried baskets on the menu. The mix of smokehouse items blended with fish was too unique to pass up. The smoked monkfish was delicious and so creative! The mussels and calamari also had great flavor and were delicious! Two of us split three apps and still left with leftovers! The portion sizes are very generous and well worth the cost. The sangria (both red and white) were amazing and refreshing on a summer day. Good food + good drinks + ocean view seating = a perfect summer afternoon

Path to waterside of restaurant. Lots of seating at the end of this section.

Welfleet oysters

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Patio out back adjacent to the harbor.

Crow's Nest

3.9(68 reviews)

Went north to be with family during a very trying time. I…read morearrived mid afternoon to check in. Walked into a rustic historical local bar that stood still in time. Checked in with a very friendly barkeep. A young man who I now call a friend. Went to my room and found it super clean, neat and well tended. I went to the bar got introduced and immediately felt like family. Although they don't serve food, they recommended all kinds of restaurants to attend in the area. This is a great bar/inn, just a great place to hang your hat while traveling lightly.

We visited Crows Nest based on the movie, the perfect storm. Quaint little bar, with friendly…read morepatrons and bartender. Nothing particularly special about the bar itself, but we did look through the scrapbook based on the movie and enjoyed visiting with the locals while we were there.

Crow's Nest, Gloucester

The bar atmosphere

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Have to do what the locals do--drink local beer!! 08-20-2024

1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar

3.7(205 reviews)

•$$$

1606 is spectacular! Located in the magnificent Beauport…read moreHotel.. the bar is large with special views of the harbor. Cocktails created by gracious bartenders.. indoors or out on the immense sea view terrace. The food is amazing-- delicious raw bar options plus an extensive menu with options for everyone. We were in a private area surrounded by windows to the water.. but the main dining room is lovely., Highly recommend!

If you find your way to the amazing fishing town of Gloucester, you need to go ahead and get…read moreyourself a meal at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar. This place is an absolutely elevated location in the Beauport Hotel right there overlooking the harbour. You have unbelievable views, food, and service. From local catch cooked just right or served the way it's supposed to, fresh or raw, this place has it all. It has delicious drinks. An amazing presence and atmosphere between the raw bar, the main bar, dining room, outside seating, and private room. I've done lunch or dinner at each dining spot and it's never disappointed. Do not miss this spot if you are in town. This place is fantastic. Make sure to try and catch Andrea and Arwen at the bar. They are fantastic and provide amazing service! Ocho Tequila on Ice - Perfect/10 Raw Oysters from Canada - 9.3/10 Raw Oysters from Massachusetts - 8.3/10 Conserva with Tuna Filets - 8.8/10 Quahogs - 8.7/10 Brussels Sprouts - 8.1/10 Only thing not good about this place is that they aren't closer to me in Florida!

Crispu Calamari

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The Causeway Restaurant

4.1(926 reviews)

0.9 mi

Excellent swordfish--my favorite--worth going out of our way! Tender, melt in your mouth!…read more Chicken tenders for my companion, tender, moist, yum. Great onion rings--not too large, perfect crunch.

We spent the day at the beach and planned to have an early dinner at Lobsta Land, but the parking…read morewas completely packed on Tuesday afternoon. Hungry and with no time for deeper research, we decided to try Causeway Restaurant after seeing its high Yelp rating. The restaurant shares a small front parking lot with White Farms Ice Cream, but fortunately, we easily found parking in the back. Our first impression was that the place feels quite outdated. The tables are packed very closely together, making it difficult to get to your seat or even visit the bathroom without accidentally brushing against other diners. There's also only one bathroom for the entire restaurant, and it could definitely use some refreshing. The biggest issue during our visit was the heat. It was 86°F outside, and unfortunately, the air conditioning wasn't working. The restaurant was very hot, and I genuinely felt bad for the staff who had to cook and serve in those conditions. We also felt like the cutlery, dishes, and glasses were a little outdated and could use a refresh. Updating these small details would make the overall experience feel even nicer. On the positive side, Causeway is BYOB, which is a nice option. According to the menu, they charge $1 per glass for beer and wine setup. The menu prices are comparable to those at much fancier seafood restaurants. We ordered cheeseburgers from the kids' menu (ours were supposed to be medium but came out a little burnt), as well as smelt and fish-and-shrimp platters. The seafood itself was fresh, although we felt it could have used a little more seasoning and salt. The absolute best part of our experience was the service. Everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and genuinely pleasant. Our server was especially attentive and wonderful with the kids. We even noticed how warmly she greeted regular customers and treated them almost like family. That kind of hospitality really stands out. Overall, I think Causeway has a lot of potential. The fresh seafood and excellent staff are a great foundation, but the restaurant would benefit significantly from some renovations, better spacing between tables, a refreshed bathroom, and working air conditioning. With those improvements, the fairly high menu prices would feel much more justified.

Split lobster bake

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The Cupboard of Gloucester

3.2(35 reviews)

1.2 mi

I love this place. Family owned and operated. My mother took me here as a kid because she took care…read moreof Cindys mother Ethel. I remember like it was yesterday. See you soon. Pam and Hudson.

Food is pretty good but honestly too expensive for what you're getting. Really you're paying extra…read morefor location when I'd rather go to the Causeway for seafood or one of the many ice cream places for ice cream. Overall it's good but has a heavy convenience fee

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Seaport Grille

4.0(693 reviews)

•$$$

When you see a line of people waiting to be seated in the middle of a weekday, you know it's gotta…read morebe a great restaurant! And. It is .from the staff, the service, and . OMG...the food! The servings are plentiful and the drinks were delicious. The experience was phenomenal and we will go back again and again. Oh and I want to give a shout out to welcome back the manager, Carla...she will make sure you leave full & happy along with our favorite server Adam!

The Seaport Grille is our new favorite restaurant! We went there for my husband's 58th birthday…read moreafter a friend recommended, and Seaport delivered a perfect celebratory dining experience. To start, the atmosphere is ideal for a beautiful summer night. It was airy, clean, lively and so inviting with twinkling ceiling lights. My family of 5 loved the overall decor. We also loved the view, ocean air and beautiful breeze as we ate the delicious food. We felt like we were on a Cape vacation. The food was just as satisfying. My husband said the baked haddock was the very best he's ever had. My Mediterranean salmon was also outstanding. My mother and sister raved about their appetizers, including jumbo shrimp, clams and steamers. Everything we ordered was excellent. I was especially pleased with the serving size. Some restaurants have a nice presentation, yet small serving size, but not Seaport, it had both. To top it off, the Sherry Berry is a dessert everyone must try! Perfect finish to a perfect meal. In addition to the restaurant itself and amazing food, the service was excellent. We were greeted by the extremely friendly manager, Carter, and were well taken care of by our personable waitress Kristina. She was so attentive and pleasant throughout our whole meal. Kristina was so busy, but she made us feel like we were her only party! By the end of our meal, we felt we made a friend during dinner and we will be back to see her requesting her table! Can't wait to return!

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Coconut Margarita

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Crazy C.

6 years ago

From a person who work there it is fu**king horrible (sorry for my language) I will never eat there food or even let my kids when there older) Background of McDonald's for ex. There fries they take them out early which can cause health issue. There a girl there that seem to have a crushes on everyone who gets hired many people have told me and from working there I know it true and a lot more trust me never again Gloucester McDonald's Zero starrrsssss! read more

Jaila M.

9 months ago

food was good but service wasn't that great, very slow. Place was lowkey kinda gross but food was really good.

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I told myself I wasn't going to leave these guys a bad review because maybe they were having a bad…read morenight but holy shit did these guys fuck up my Mother and I's order. First the guy taking our order kept messing things up to the point that he got our order wrong and charged us for an extra burger we did not order. They also forgot my milkshake so I had to go back in and ask them to make it for me. I was the first to order with the guy who took our order and I specifically told him I wanted a little bacon burger because I cannot eat cheese. We drive 25 minutes back to Gloucester just to realize they STILL put cheese on MY burger. I think this crew needs to be retrained or completely fired and hire a whole new set of employees. I'm betons disappointed and now I can't even eat my dinner. I want a refund or I'm gonna make a dispute with my bank because y'all really messed up our order. ESPECIALLY the guy who took our order who we spoke clearly, and directly too. If I could give zero stars I absolutely would.

I absolutely love these guys! They are always super sweet to me and they are nice to everyone who…read morecomes here. They are amazing with children. I hope the manager or owner sees this because they deserve a raise or something. I always end up tipping twice, once on the app and once when I am person because they make me feel so good.

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Despite what I have read in other reviews recently, I have to disagree about both the service and…read morethe quality of the burgers. My partner and I made a reservation for 6:30 on a Saturday night, needing to attend a concert nearby at 8:00PM. Our server, Joey M., came right to the table and was apprised of our need to leave by 7:45. A&B Burgers was packed that night, so this was a good test of service. Joey brought our drinks within 10 minutes of taking the order and then took our burger order. It took about 25 minutes to arrive, and with a leisurely meal, we were able to depart at exactly 7:45 as requested. The burgers are definitely as good as I remembered when they first opened. My partner had the Nick's BBQ burger and I had the Black and Blue burger. Both were excellent: the Carolina BBQ sauce was tart rather than sweet, and the black and blue with onion crisps and bacon had just the right amount of blue cheese flavoring. The "hand-held" burger was just right for eating, neither overstuffed nor just too thin. I had the sea salt fries (good but not distinguished) and my partner had the side salad with a vinaigrette that sadly for her was balsamic and thick, although I loved it. We passed on dessert (not enough time). We each had the 9oz Black Stallion Cabernet ($21/glass) and it was good but overpriced for the quality. We walked out feeling that we had enjoyed a good pre-theatre meal for $100 including a tip. We were not able to stay for the music, but the one song we heard was promising had we stayed. We would return with reasonable expectations.

A friend of mine warned me this place wasnt as good as it was after it opened. My wife and I had…read morealready made a reservation before seeing a show at the Cabot Theater two hours before the show 03/28/26. We were being generous with the time we alloted to get two burgers. The server who took our order was friendly. But a bit aloof. Twenty minutes after we placed our order she came to our table apologized and gave us an excuse - we lost your order. She verified our order, she got my order wrong, but I said I'd be happy with either burger. Kitchen's don't "lose orders" once they are in the POS system they are there to stay. I mean a kitchen. can lose a ticket, or food can be taken to the wrong table, but the order is still in the POS system and can be reprinted. I'd bet she just didnt put it in. The food was acceptable but the burgers had clearly been sitting in the window as they were luke warm. The fries were still warm, so I blame the kitchen for that. The nice couple who was seated 8 minutes after us received their order 20 minutes before we did - moments after she told us "there was a mix up in the kitchen, we lost your order, what were you having? Was it...?". It shouldn't take over 50 minutes to get an $18-19 burger. I can forgive the server for making an error, but offer something. Anything. We were very clear that we were going to the show. The server pretended she knew who the musical guest was we were going to see, perhaps out of embarrassment, perhaps she was just being cordial, so she was keenly aware, just didnt care. When a guest goes out of their way to say they have theatre tickets it is a signal to the server to prioritize the table and warn the guests if they order something that takes the kitchen a long time to prepare. Any restaurant in a theatre district or even near a single theatre knows this. This didnt happen. When the food was late, the runner dropped the items on the table, and announced that my wife's burger was something different than what she had ordered. It was the correct burger, but seriously, get your act together. If I ever had a table that was being served so late I would show up with the runner, or deliver it myself. Even the drinks took forever. My wife had ordered a cider, delivered by another runner or a bartender. The second cider showed up with just a can during our 50 minute wait for 2 burgers, perfect opportunity to say this drink on the house. Even if that is technically illegal in MA it happens everywhere, Nope. They charged us "Full Boat". Didn't comp a drink, or offer a dessert, nothing. Lousy service for acceptable food. We could have gone to Sonics, or tried the new Whopper, or the Big Arch and had another drink at the theatre. The ambience was fine, the couple next to us who got their order in a timely manner wasnt impressed either.

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Ordered a sandwich. It arrived when it said it would. Order was packed neatly…read more Sandwich was straightforward although a bit light on condiments which for them is unusual. Bread was also a bit tough. But the turkey was generously portioned and the cherry peppers were packed in a decent container on the side as I asked.

I have no idea what sauce this is but if someone can tell me, what is it I had it in my sandwich a…read morecouple days ago at Jersey Mike's. I think it's white a little bit cloudy and it's very very tangy The lady at the desk kept telling me to go F myself. There was an old man pleasuring himself in the corner no comment.

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