Absolutely must try. This was the best meal I've had in a while. All the flavors were incredible…read moreand everything was so fresh. Prices were extremely reasonable especially for what you're getting. The beet drinks are a must try if you like beets--you will not be disappointed!

A great family-owned business. I got the 1863 sandwich, which came with a side salad (all…read moresandwiches come with one). Definitely a top-notch sandwich with fresh ingredients. One highlight was the ciabatta bread itself--perfectly toasted and had a wonderful aroma. It's a small restaurant so it unfortunately got very loud inside. Easily worth the slight detour!

Amazing cuts. Amazing sandwiches. Amazing staff. The owners are also as awesome as their…read moresandwiches. I hate that my new job is too far to come for lunch as often as I would like.

I agree with an early review that this is a social media creation. Like some NYC club, they want…read morethat line for the hype as opposed to hiring more staff on Saturdays and actually efficiently moving the line. And maybe reviewing this is like reviewing a Target ... i.e. who cares. Or maybe it's jealousy because I got there on a Saturday morning and waited in ridiculous line. After 45 minutes, I had moved 1.5 car lengths with still 50 people in front of me. I guess if you are a roast beef guru, it's for you. Funny thing, I didn't even want roast beef! I finally went across the street to Brothers and had an excellent tuna sandwich.

Awesome place, amazing food and treats! Never ate a bad thing here, all made in house & you can…read moretaste it! My fav is the veggie press (also you can get 1/2 sandwiches for a great price + still large enough to be a full meal for me at least)

a&j king artisan bakers is great for any sandwiches, bread or pastry cravings. it's very small,…read morethere was absolutely no seating available, so i had to take it to go. i came in 10 minutes to close (which is early, 3pm) and ordered a delicious cold turkey sandwich on fresh sourdough. it was on the menu including bacon, which i requested without, but i feel they should take off the upcharge for bacon if you're not getting it, especially because there's not a lot of turkey meat. the turkey sandwich with bacon is $3 more than the other sandwiches, probably because of the bacon. they have a huge case of fresh, delicious pastries and breads, what "p- bread" WISHES they could be. the sandwich was delicious though, i'll definitely be back for more. they also wrap their pickles thoroughly, it will take some time to unwrap them. turkey sandwich 9.5/10 ambiance: 4/5 (very small, no seats) food: 4.7/5 drinks: n/a service: 4/5 a&j king artisan bakers: 4.2/5

The best and only place I know to get a NY deli Rueben or Hot Pastrami sandwich in the Marblehead…read morearea.

Solid Sandwich Shop! We ordered a Hot Pastrami Sandwich on Marble Rye. Pastrami was very good,…read morebread was tasty but a bit soggy by the time we ate it (about 10 min later(. Better to order on a French roll next time. Save the Marble Rye for the cold Sandwiches. Nice menu of options. Lots of fun sodas to select from, I selected a Marblehead Cream Soda,.very good. Staff waa very friendly and quick to prepare the food. Easy parking with a lot. This is grab and go only. There is no searing (no tables) inside nor any outside (AI Yelp Assistant told me there were a few inside!).

My two favorite foods sound boring to some, but I can't help it -- I'm a savory food kind of…read moreperson. I love nachos and I love BLTs, and it's amazing how many places have managed to not do these two things well. I have never been able to find a place that can make a good BLT, until now! I needed a quick lunch today and went here on a whim because it was close by. I saw they were closing soon, but there were people inside so I headed in. Sometimes small, local coffee shops can feel drafty or unkempt or just lifeless. As soon as I walked in, I felt like I'd want to sit there for hours. The temperature was just right, and the ambiance felt friendly and warm. I acknowledged that they were closing soon and asked if I could still order a sandwich. They replied in a way that felt welcoming, and not like I was imposing on them (which some places, 15 minutes prior to closing, would have). I ordered the BLT and used the restroom while I waited. Even the restroom was pleasant! I sat in one of the two window bays on a comfortable stool (again, perfect! sometimes they're way too high for a 4'10" to get up on, or off), with a complimentary cup of water (I love when cafes have serve yourself water). One of the servers brought my sandwich over and even on first glance I could tell it was going to be good. No wilted lettuce, no weird bread, perfect amount of mayo and bacon. It was the best BLT I've had at a restaurant, even better than I make at home. So, 5 stars for great ambiance, friendly, unrushed service, and a great BLT! I have no doubt that their other food is just as good.

This is a very nice local café. I've been there twice. First time I had a lemon, poppy muffin and…read morecoffee. It was fabulous and the other day I had a bacon egg and cheese on a well done English muffin. It was also very very good. The coffee was excellent. The gal behind the counter was super friendly and they let me bring my ESA dog in. Of course I did show her identification to ensure they were OK with it. I hope to go back soon soon and have lunch. Well done Blue Canoe.

Just had an amazing lunch at the Babe! Literally everything we ate was amazing. Starting with the…read moresteak and cheese that included fried mozzarella in the sandwich. The fries and side salad were excellent, and all of the veggies were crispy and fresh. The atmosphere and service were exceptional and the price was right! I highly recommend

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!

My friends and I came to this cutesy small shop to grab coffee/brekky prior to our day in Salem…read more Looks like they have 2 locations. One in Salem MA and one in Beverly MA. Parking- didn't see a dedicated lot, looks like street parking only. We found a spot down the street, walkable distance. Looks like we made the right choice, because the place was poppin. Lots of folks coming in & out. We were lucky enough to snag a table for the group while some of the group stayed in line. I noted several groups of ladies with cute witchy style outfits very fitting for Salem, that could def be OOTD worthy on IG. Service- seemed fine. My friends ordered for me at the counter while I held down our table, so I can't speak to the ordering interaction. They were speaking names out very low for pick up at the counter, I remember that. Food- I got the North Shore sammy - which comes with maple bacon, over medium egg, chedder cheese, maple aoili on a croissant. The egg was runny just what I like, and it was yummy and bigger than I imagined. Very filling. I could have just split one with my friends, but everyone got there own. So I left more full than I wanted, because I didn't want to take away. Drink- I got a latte, that was fine, nothing to write home about. If visiting this charming town try it out. I saw mostly tourist, so don't think it's a locals hang out. But it's not a trap luckily, lol.

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.

What a great little coffee shop! I went with the Chai Latte and as promised it was superb. Nice…read morefoamy top and good flavor. I also had an Apricot Ginger Scone. Oh boy! Everything I hoped for. I make my own scones, so I'm kind of picky. It was nicely textured, not too dry but definitely Scone consistency. A member of my party had the sticky bun and proclaimed it best they had ever had! Making plans to return early another day and have again On top of this the staff at the counter was engaging and pleasant to deal with.

I was visiting the area and stopped in due to the good reviews. Mookie's was amazing! My banana…read morebread latte with the cold foam was so tasty. I also got the tuna sandwich. The bread was toasted to perfection and the tuna was fresh and not fishy! The person at the counter was super helpful as well. Check this place out if you have not already!

Excellent Breakfast Spot! Food and service! There is plenty on the menu for everyone plus…read morespecials. The restaurant is much bigger than it looks on the outside! It's packed with people which says a lot about it on a weekday morning! Locals and tourists (like us!). We were seated right away, offered menus abd our server came back quickly to take our drink orders. I waa pleasantly surprised to see a nice selection of teas on the menu, only in New England. I ordered Ear Grey and it was perfectly seeped! Both my husband and I ordered the Farmer Don. Comes with Eggs, Protein (I ordered sausages and hubby had bacon), home fries and French Toast. I upgraded my French Toast to cinnamon and it was so good! Delicious and perfectly prepared food! Our excellent server was McKenzie! Thanks for a great breakfast!

i visited here for the first time before the morning rush. i typically go to the location on rt 1,…read morebut i've always wanted to try the original, it's always packed! i ordered 2 blueberry pancakes and coffee. the coffee is your basic cup of joe, the pancakes are HUGE and fluffy! i asked if they served real maple syrup, they said no, they would have to increase their prices if they did. there are a number of restaurants that provide tiny jars of real maple syrup for a $1.50-3 upcharge per person, it would really improve the pancake or french toast quality if they had that option. my pancakes came a little overdone, i still ate the first one but the one on the bottom was a little too overdone for me. the server agreed and had no issue with replacing it with a fresh one which i took to go since the restaurant started filling up. service was fantastic, i forgot his name though. blueberry pancakes 8/10 (would be higher with real syrup) red's sandwich shop in salem is a staple for a reason, it's historical significance and well-known for their homey breakfasts is sure to stay. ambiance: 4/5 food: 4/5 drinks: 3.5/5 service: 5/5 red's sandwich shop: 4.1/5

I went yesterday for a late lunch and can say this place knows its purpose. They have fantastic…read morefood choices sourced from reliable sources that are organic and fresh. The staff are so friendly and welcome in anyone from the outside.

Smoothies are amazing but theres this young girl who works there who is incredibly rude. I walked…read morein and said good morning.... She rolled her eyes and stood by the register. Instead of working, she proceeded to spend the next 5 min finding music on youtube for the TV's. Then she decided to make my smoothie, finished it, then placed it on the counter. Did not call out what it was. There were multiple customers there so I asked, is this one mine? She goes "well yeah....". Really great customer service