Koto is a Salem staple. They have a ton of vegan options that are clearly labeled, and some are…read moresuper unique. For instance, they just added sushi rolls with vegan spam & a pizza bao bun. My go-to is the orange tofu. Their late-nite weekend menu always hits the spot: try the spicy ramen or bulgogi fried rice! Koto also routinely hosts events like a monthly goth night, metal trivia, and 80s night.

One of my favorite meals during our time in Salem. As a vegetarian, finding food in Salem was a bit…read moredifficult. However, this place had so many options for me. We got so much food... The highlight was the veggie gyoza for me! The sushi was amazing, the apps were amazing, the tofu was amazing. The soju flight was amazing. I was surprised we hadn't heard about it at all online, it was a place we walked by and decided to give a try. Let me be the one to influence you to make time for this spot! The vibes were chill yet elevated. We sat in a super comfy both and enjoyed our last meal in Salem. The waitress was super funny and welcoming. Overall a great way to end our trip in Salem.

Whenever we're in Salem, we always order from Witch City Hibachi. It's our favorite spot for sushi…read morein town. The Hex Roll ($22.95) is a must-have for us every time. It's mango, avocado, and tempura lobster in soy paper then topped with spicy crab and seaweed. It's a luxe treat of lobster that's cooked perfectly. I also love their sweet shrimp sashimi. It's not super common in my neck of the woods and it's always so fresh from here. I also really enjoy the Orange River Roll ($15.95) which is spicy salmon topped with more salmon and a special sauce. If there's salmon, I'm gonna order it. The Bo Bo Booie Roll ($17.95) is also delicious, filled with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, crab, avocado, and crunchies then wrapped in soy paper. The staff is always super nice whenever we come in, and the restaurant itself is a pretty big space with warm, inviting colors and vibes. Also, their branding on their to-go times like napkins and chopsticks is adorable. We've never had a bad time here, and definitely recommend it.

This was my first ever hibachi experience and I found it so fun! The hibachi chef/artist really…read moreknew how to work the crowd and be entertaining. The three different sushi rolls that I got were tasty, if slightly overpriced for what I received. Ultimately though, you are paying for the hibachi experience. Remember to wear clothing you don't care about smelling like the grill. I would definitely return.

I ended up ordering sushi from here through DoorDash late one night and honestly wasn't expecting…read moreanything amazing. I was pleasantly surprised--it was probably some of the best sushi I've ever had! Everything tasted incredibly fresh and delicious. While it was a little pricey, you definitely get what you pay for. In my opinion, it was completely worth it. If you're looking for amazing, fresh sushi, this is definitely the place to order from!

Until recently we probably went to Maki only a few times for special occasions. Still the case,…read morebecause it can be pricey, but now many of our special occasions mean we're going to Maki. Is a spicy tuna roll and spicy edamame the same everywhere? Apparently not! Cause Maki just does it better. We went on a Wednesday last week, service is great and quick. The restaurant is clean, nice, not anything super crazy. Doesn't need to be. I got a tuna tataki tonight for no reason other than l thought about it all day.

Vanessa is the best server with a glowing personality, drinks and food were great! I would…read moredefinitely recommend getting sushi here.

Great Service. Very friendly knowledgeable about the offerings and went above and beyond for a…read morespecial request. The menu is interesting kind of pub grub with sushi. I really enjoyed my roll nice rice and good ingredients. The buratta was ok. More of a full mozzarella it was good with a bright pesto. Nice spot with a menu that everyone should be able to find something to be happy with.

Was traveling back from Maine to catch a flight out of Boston. Drove through Salem looking for one…read morelast delectable meal by the waterfront when we came across Finz Seafood & Grill. The reviews looked good so we traipsed through the rain to get there. I ordered a seafood-stuffed haddock that was beautifully presented and amazingly freshly prepared to eat. I loved every bite and now that I'm back in Colorado, I'm craving another serving please! The staff was attentive and conscientious - bringing us extras like more tarter sauce and drinks without a second prompt from us. The ambiance was a large open space, very clean (bathroooms, too), with soft music playing in the background. It was easy to have conversations in here and be heard - no loud, obnoxious tables, no party atmosphere on this Monday evening. And, the pricing was on par with the other seafood we had eaten all week up and down the coast. We will definitely go back next time we are in Salem!

Nice restaurant by the water serving seafood and sushi. No sushi this visit, just drinks and…read morelobster. Stuffed lobster for my husband and lobster roll for me. Both were tasty and the lobster roll was generous. There is a nice deck overlooking the water but it was too hot for us to eat outside today. Inside the dining room is nice and airy. Service was friendly and attentive. Parking at noon on a Saturday in June was a nightmare. All the garages were full. We drove around until we found street parking.

i had a nice little meal on a wednesday evening at chi modern asian cuisine. a friend took me here,…read moreit's easy to miss in the plaza but worth trying! it's very spacious with comfortable, modern decor. alan & rachel provided excellent service all night til closing. i loved their sashimi which was fresh, their edamame was delicious + spicy, and their egg rolls were really good, slightly overcooked. the only thing i wasn't a fan of was their chicken lettuce wraps, they had ground chicken rather than pieces, but their menu is so big so i'll try something else next time. the best mistake ever was delicious, i had two! sashimi 8.5/10 edamame 10/10 egg rolls 8/10 chicken lettuce wraps 2/10 best mistake ever (drink) 10/10 green tea shots 10/10 overall they have so many options, it would be hard to not find something you like here! ambiance 4.5/5 food: 3.6/5 drinks: 5/5 service: 5/5 chi modern asian cuisine: 4.5/5

We went here for lunch this time and opted for their lunch special. We both ordered different…read moreversions of chicken (mine was spicy and my husband's was super spicy) . It comes with white rice (I had General Gao chicken and the other was Gung Bao chicken with peanuts .they have a robot walking around as well. They are pretty attentive regardless.

Food was nice and drinks were very good- I especially enjoyed the yuzu sake. However service was…read moreextraordinary slow and my dinner mate had to show himself to the table. Multiple parties that showed up after us got their food before us. Overall a good experience but disappointed by the long wait. There is a section with more traditional style floor dining that seems very intimate and sweet, nice for a date night. We were sat at a table in the middle of the restaurant and it was quite busy. Our meal was satisfying- he got a ramen, my tempura veggies were excellent and shrimp shumai was good. The fried bok choy is not pan fried, but rather deep fried, crispy and oily. I would return here, but not if I need a meal quickly.

FYI THIS PLACE HAS CHANGED HANDS! Bo and Lily no longer own…read morethis restaurant. We were told they are on vacation. This is not true. They no longer own this restaurant and it's obvious. The food was not good. I got some chicken dish for my grandson he saw on the menu. It was uneatable. So much breading. The suschi was also not good, and overpriced. They have snowcrab on the menu however when I asked if it's fresh the server first said yes. But looked uncertain so he asked the chef and come to find out it was imitation crab. For 20 dollars! This place was the worst food I've ever had to pay for. Very disappointing!

Wow this place was a life saver on MLK Day since it was sooo cold lol. This spot is located inside…read moreBambolima which is an Italian spot serving pizza which is a win for us since I got ramen and my daughter order cheese pizza. The service was great and our server was amazing. The ambiance was a little bar feeling with lots of wood tables which I liked. Now let's get to the food.. Pork buns: the pork was cooked perfectly and the bun was nice and soft. The sauce went well everything and it's a great starter dish. Spicy Kimchi Ramen- this consists of pork belly, pickled mushrooms, kimchi and fried garlic. The ramen was really good and had a lot of flavor with just the right amount of spice from the kimchi. Perfect for a cold day! Colonel Sanders Ramen- this had a pork broth with fried chicken and was delicious and moist. Also had corn with Vermont butter which you can taste through the bowl. This dish was the highlight for me and I'll definitely be back again. If you're in Salem, MA and are craving ramen then be sure to give this place a try.

The appetizers were delicious. My ramen, though good, had more sodium than I bargained for. The…read morebacon portions were generous. Portions here are pretty big which justify the prices. However, the food itself wasn't spectacularly special for me to grant the fifth star. There was a good amount of fat on the pork belly, and I wasn't really a fan of the wavy noodles. It's like cheap noodles in what should be a premium dish. The flavored sodas (N/A alternatives) were a great find and a decent value on the menu. Service was friendly and quick, we stopped by with no reservations on a weekday and got seated. All in all, would be back for appetizers.