Driving back from a sojourn from Ipswich, Mass to Ikea and back we stopped here on our way home…read morestarving and thirsty and we were so happy we did! The interior is warm and welcoming with wood accents. Seated in a booth in the bar area we settled in and ordered some drinks. I got my usual tequila soda, my husband wanted a chocolate martini, and my sister in law decided on a French martini, something that my husband likes to get and she decided to try. The drinks were very good! The entrees we chose were the baby back ribs, a "classic burger", and the chicken Marsala. Everything we tried was delicious! The ribs were a very large portion and cooked to fall-off-the-bone perfection. My burger was very tasty and came with the biggest onion rings ever. So good! The chicken Marsala was as good as any ever eaten in any "Little Italy" . The server was very prompt and efficient. As a matter of fact, the staff all seemed to be relaxed and were working like a well oiled machine. We had a great experience and hope to return there whenever we are back in the Boston area.

Michael and I sat at the bar last night and had excellent service and delicious food! The staff are…read moresuper friendly and everyone chips in. Even the owner, Rich, ran food from the kitchen to a patron also sitting at the bar. Sally made me an awesome espresso martini. We began with their lamb lollipop appetizer; I had their fried calamari as my entrée; and Michael had their pork chop marsala special. Everything was plentiful and reasonably priced. After we ate, I indulged in a tequila cosmo that Marissa made for me because Sally was busy with another customer. That's what I mean-everyone just helped each other out without complaining, and as we were leaving, Rich thanked us and said, "Hope to see you again." Honestly, I wish more restaurants were like this. Clean, cozy, and courteous, serving an array of tasty dishes at a fair price. Michael said, "You get a good bang for your buck, here!"

Always delicious l7ve music and a variety of food. Great specials, bar tenders are attentive and…read morepolite.

My family decided to spend the afternoon in Salem and wanted a late lunch. In looking at different…read moreplaces, Mercy Tavern had a good menu so we decided to stop. We arrived around 3:00 on a Thursday. We were able to get an inside seat. Two people were working and both appeared to be fairly attentive. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. My wife and I both had PBR drafts. My youngest son and I both had Steak Tips and garlic fries. My wife had grilled cheese and my oldest son had fish tacos. Everything was good, fries were extremely garlicky. I wish they would have given more steak. Service was good, food was good, and prices were fair. I would recommend and return.

Berry Tavern is consistently good. They can get busy quickly on weekends, but the restaurant is a…read moregood size, so the wait usually isn't too long. They also offer outdoor seating, which is a nice option when the weather is nice. If you're planning to go during peak dinner hours, I definitely recommend making a reservation. The service can be a bit inconsistent, which is why I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5. Overall, it's a good spot that I would recommend.

The food is good, but the service is lackluster. We had a subpar experience a few months ago and…read moredecided to give it another shot. This time was worse. While there are gluten free options, I was served gluten during both visits. The first time was the wrong pasta. The kitchen made me a new meal. The second attempt was fine, but my table ate while I waited and then I ate alone when my food did come. This time we ordered a gluten free pizza as an app. We received a regular pizza. We were told that we would be comped for the mistake and a gluten pizza was on the way. Neither statement was true. An hour after we ordered, after we had completed our meal, we were told the kitchen was backed up and asked if we still wanted the gluten free pizza. We declined because we just wanted to leave at the point, but the regular pizza was still on the bill. We paid it - it's fine. As a member of the gluten-free/celiac community, I would caution others to be extra careful here. We really wanted to like this restaurant, but the very slow service (a hour before we received any food) coupled with the allergy mistakes make it tough to consider again.

This review began as a two and turned into a five. The reason was not the food (unimaginably good),…read morethe ambience, sublime, but the service, which was rescued so the five star is fully earned. The James is the best pub (think gastropub) experience in the vicinity. The owner is terrific, always friendly and amiable. Now to the problem. Our first waiter (a woman) brought us to a two seater outside, with six empty four seaters (the other two were occupied by one couple each). I asked if we could also sit at the four seater, and she began to argue about "what happens when we have a foursome who can't sit here?" I said, it's five o'clock, we'll be out of here before anyone shows up. The make this shorter, she persisted and finally made one of those passive aggressive statements, "if you insist..." By the way, when we paid our bill, none of the four seaters were seated with any more than two people. PS the fish sandwich and mussels are superb. Our waiter who saved the day, Scarlett. Thank you.

Service was excellent! Ambiance great. Food was mediocre to good. The tuna on wonton starter was…read morebland, needed to be spiced up or more sauce. Shrimp tacos were OK but the shell became soggy before I got to it. Beet salad was quite good.

This place looks a bit sketch and got some weird vibes at first but honestly a fantastic dive bar…read more The diviest dive bar I've ever been to. $6 well drinks and cash only. They have darts, pool, and the touch tunes where you can pick the music. They have live music on the weekends. Bartender was awesome and great to talk to. Chatted with a bunch of locals and the owner all night. Great people.

Great place for a hang out with solid drinks I apparently need to make the review longer so here's…read moresome extra words.

Good music good severs good food good drinks highly recommend has a bar good amount of seatsread more

Got the prime rib sandwich and fried pickles for lunch. Food was delicious and very larger serving…read more- was able to split between two people. Service was fast and people were friendly. The place itself is super cute!

Love me some Fibbers! These great people sponsor our softball team in Beverly and we love heading…read morethere after a game. Their drinks are delicious and their nachos are (whether sober or not)! It's a no frills, Irish bar and truly one of the best in Bev!

Solid Irish pub with good food. In town visiting, went for drinks the night before, had some mixed…read moredrinks and a few beers. Drinks were good, priced about normal, maybe $1 higher than other places locally. Went the next day for lunch, had a very good blackened chicken sandwhich. Would go back. Service was attentive.

All the food was good except an appetizer boneless chicken. Over cooked and dri. Server: Amber R…read more She was awesome. Fun and inviting. Helped with suggestions and was great with kids. We need more like her. Ambiance: comfortable, great environment. Music was great and not overpowered. Very cool dart rooms. Tables are not on top of one another and was a great experience. Thanks Amber.

Great food. My brother and I went to the Double Bull for lunch in early May when he came out from…read moreWashington state to see me (I have stage 4 cancer). We went into the Double Bull and saw just how much space it has. The bar area isn't huge, but it was decent and the TV's, showing a baseball game at the time were large, but silent so that people could actually talk to each other. My brother and I each ordered the fried chicken sandwich.... And they were awesome: far better that those fast-food places and better than "Flip the Bird". The fries were fresh and served hot and the sandwiches themselves were stacked high with tomatoes and pickles, as I had ordered. ($17.00). We were very pleased with the lunch and would go back in a heart-beat. With sodas, taxes, and tip, the whole bill was $54.00

Food Review: Paddy Kelly's - Peabody, MA…read more If you're looking for classic bar food done right, Paddy Kelly's at 154 Washington St, Peabody, MA, is a must-visit. From giant margarita towers to loaded nachos and hearty burgers, this spot delivers on both flavor and value. Whether you're out with friends or family, it's the kind of place where you can kick back, indulge, and enjoy some solid comfort food in a no-frills setting. The Must-Have Dishes Kitchen Sink Nacho Tray ($17.95) - An absolute steal! This massive tray of nachos is loaded with grilled chicken, chili, tomatoes, onions, black olives, and jalapeños, served with salsa and sour cream. Easily feeds four people and is hands-down worth coming back for. 9/10 Buffalo Chicken Sandwich ($14.95) - Crispy buffalo chicken with just the right amount of heat, paired with cool bleu cheese. If you're hunting for a great Buffalo chicken sandwich near Medford or Boston (seriously, where are the good ones?), this is a solid contender. 9/10 Smokehouse Burger ($14.95) - Stacked with BBQ sauce, bacon, an onion ring, and pepper jack cheese, it was a good burger, but honestly, the onion rings stole the show. Cooked perfectly crisp-- which so many places mess up! 7/10 Hit or Miss Steak & Cheese Egg Rolls ($14.95) - Filled with shaved steak and served with buffalo ranch for dipping, these had great flavor but were just way too greasy. 6/10 Pizza - Undercooked, but decent for the price. If you're looking for a great pizza, this isn't the spot. 5/10 Drinks: The Real Star Margarita Tower - Absolutely massive and perfect for sharing. You can't go wrong with this one! Giant Espresso Martinis - If you're a fan of espresso martinis, they go big here--definitely worth trying. Final Verdict If you want a true Boston dive bar experience, this is it. No frills, just solid food and strong drinks at a great price. Come for the drinks and nachos! - Food: 7/10 on the bar food scale. - Affordability: 8/10 - Ambiance: 5/10 (It's a dive bar--if you want a true Boston experience, come here!) - Overall: 7/10

Great local watering hole. People were friendly and staff accommodating. If you like nachos this…read moreis your place! The onion rings and Buffalo chicken sandwich were winners as well.

We were in the area for the Salem Witch trials tours. We spotted this place to eat. The inside is…read moresuper cool and a great place to come have drinks and relax with an amazing meal. My wife ordered their award winning espresso martini. She said it was perfect! One of the best, so give it another award lol! The clam chowder is probably one of the best things on the menu!! The warm fresh bread is delicious!! The hamburgers are pretty good. And they have variety of fries (sweet potato as well). I recommend coming here. Chowder is a must!!

The Tavern is located inside of the haunted Hawthorne Hotel. We stopped in for lunch during a break…read morefrom some sightseeing. We ordered an Espresso Martini, a Pumpkin-tini and a beer. For food, we shared the Nachos, Clam Chowder and Whipped Feta. Everything was really good including the drinks. I wish we would have either ordered more food to try or came back for another meal. I loved the vibe and interior of The Tavern - it was spooky and old timey. You could see and feel the history of this hotel and it was awesome to experience. The dining room had a bunch of tables, but did not feel overcrowded. The Tavern is a great place to grab a drink and relax. It would also make great for a romantic date night. I also loved that the lobby was decorated with a bunch of pumpkins. Staff were also very friendly and attentive! I would absolutely come back here the next time we are in town! Check them out - you won't be disappointed!