amazing food and service and ambiance. I could eat another. Melissa was amazing and gorgeous read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Delectable. Basically licked the plate clean. - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Excellent Breakfast Spot! Food and service! There is plenty on the menu for everyone plus specials. 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! read more

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i visited here for the first time before the morning rush. i typically go to the location on rt 1, but 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 read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - blueberry pancakes & coffee - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Food. Breakfast was delicious. I love that they griddle. We don't have that in Florida. I ordered pumpkin French toast. Super good! I didn't really like the sausages. Service: It was fine. They were nice. Ambiance: It felt historic. Very nice interior and exterior. Feels. Like a hole in the wall. Comfy and cozy. read more

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Huuuuge menu of food and drinks! The drinks specifically there was like 2.5 pages. Only thing is that they took some time to make-- we got our drinks finally after already eating our entree. Our waitress was amazing and so was the woman who brought out our food, they are friendly and have smiles on their faces. The food was great, we got an order of 2 pancakes to share, they were huge. I got the bama Benny which was cornbread with corned beef hash and poached eggs. The flavors were insane. Only thing is I wish the home fries (potatoes) were crispier! You could probably ask them for crispy ones when you order. Would definitely go back! I see why everyone loves this place. read more

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Last day of vacation so we ventured out for breakfast. This was the place to be. Very crowded but we were lucky to arrive and get seated immediately. When we left there was a line out the door. McKenzie was a great server! He was on top of everything. Food arrived at table very quick. I had the Volturi off the special menu. Omelet with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms and mozzarella. So flavorful. My husband enjoyed eggs with French toast and 3 large sausage links. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals and the establishment! read more

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During my last day in Boston, I decided to make a small detour. I decided to hop on the train and take a half hour train ride out to Salem, being that I never been and figured to see what I was missing all this time. Stepping off the train, it was just after noon, lunchtime. Not knowing the area, I found a gift shop and while at checkout, asked all the associates what they recommended for lunch. All of them said the same thing, Red's. With that, I took off (also Yelping and found out they close at 1), and got my butt over there. Being that I was a party of 1 (easy peasy), I was placed at the breakfast bar. The menu is very much offers breakfast and lunch food. I decided to get a Monte Cristo sandwich as it got me some French Toast with a little extra. This might be the best Monte Cristo I have ever had. Light, savory, and the choice of home fries over french fries made it all better. The portion size is incredibly generous. I could only imagine what would have been if I came here during breakfast. At that point I would have eaten the whole menu. The idea was to eat something that would tie me over for my entire visit to Salem, as I figured to get back in Boston by dinner and enjoy dinner there while not ruining my day in Salem. To make a long story short, the plan worked. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Monte Cristo Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

The staff was so accommodating! My friends and I got caught in the rain and they provided us with towels because we were soaking wet. Apple of my Eye 6/10: Graham cracker rim was too weird. The drink itself was decent. I don't think I'd order it again tbh. Sweater weather 8/10: You need this in your life. It was slightly sweet. Such a good, cozy meal. Ravioli itself was a bit tough to bite into but I think the flavor made up for it. read more

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A solid breakfast and lunch diner type place. It's located in an old house and that adds to the charm. The sandwiches were slightly bland, and the chicken pot pie had a really thick gummy type texture. The mashed potatoes tasted like boxed. The hot dogs and breakfast plates looked good so I would stick with that. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

MASSIVE PANCAKE ALERT! Came for breakfast and omg the pancakes were HUGE! had the banana ones and they were delicious-also such a great price for how much you get! Coffee drinks are also great. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Super busy on a late Sunday morning at the end of September. We were seated fairly quickly. Fast service, tasty food. Staff super friendly. I had the krabbie cakes. Delish. Cute decor. Historic building that dates back to the revolution. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Krabbie patties. Crab Benedict. - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Great service and a tasty breakfast! Visited while driving through Salem on a Monday morning and loved the experience. Our server was so kind and attentive, even offering to provide to-go cups for iced lattes once we finished our food. I enjoyed my biscuits and gravy, as well as my pistachio iced latte! It's a cute greasy spoon that feels authentic versus tourist-trap-y, which seems like a rare find in Salem. Highly recommend! read more

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Pretty busy and the staff is super friendly but the experience feels a bit rushed, at least it did for us. Not in a bad way in all honesty, in an efficient manner - they're famous for a reason! The food is delicious and I also got a mimosa which was great! Love the local feel and it's our favorite place to go no matter what season it is! read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Perfect Hominy / grits dish - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Before coming to Salem, almost every video I watched on TikTok told me to not miss the opportunity to come to this place. I am happy to report the videos were right! This place was a wonderful place to come for breakfast before we started exploring the city of Salem. The service was excellent and the inside was extremely cozy. They had a great menu with a ton of options but at the same time, not overwhelming. I was mind blown how quick my husband finished his eggs Benedict meal, I'm surprised he didn't lick the plate. I wound up getting the lox breakfast and it was SO good and the lox was very fresh and not overly salty. They also made their cream cheese in house, I feel like something was missing with the cream cheese but it was still delicious. We also ordered their little cheesecake donuts and they came out at the perfect temperature. There are so many other things on the menu I definitely want to try and cannot wait to come back in the future.! read more

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THIS was a highlight worth waiting for! Incredible choices that never cease to live up to and exceed expectation. Fun, friendly, fast and attentive service- even when packed. We'll never miss an opportunity to stop here when in Salem even again. So quaint and charming! read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Best Waiter Ever - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Such a gem of a restaurant in Salem! We had a wonderful breakfast with delicious mimosas. Our server was friendly and quick. When a restaurant has been around since 1945 you should check it out! Great food, great service, and cool, old school vibe. And did I mention, very reasonable prices?! read more

We absolutely loved Red's. It's got that classic diner vibe and the friendliest staff. The food was excellent, exactly what you want for a cozy breakfast or lunch. It's a little off the main drag in Salem, so you might miss some of the heavy tourist crowds. We came in the off season and were seated right away. Highly recommend for a delicious breakfast, a hot cup of coffee, and genuinely warm service. read more

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Loved Red's so much we came twice during our stay. Very cute dinner, sat at the bar both times and enjoyed watching the chefs. The service was fantastic. We came during October which is of course their busiest time and the staff was kind and attentive. They even talked to us about living in the village and recommended things for us to do. Food was incredible and really hit the spot for a cold fall day. read more

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Heard great things about Red's so it was THE spot I wanted to go for breakfast. I ordered a seasonal coffee that has a candy corn cold foam and it was amazing! Simply delicious. The In Like Flynn breakfast was good and large portions. It was hard to finish. The home fries were not my favorite but I am picky when it comes to home fries. The service was fast but I didn't feel rushed or anything that I was expecting considering it is Salem in October. It gave me old school diner/drug store restaurant with the way the bar was set up. Bathrooms were clean and everyone was friendly. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Candy Corn coffee - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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It'd sad that this is the only picture I got from the place but I HIGHLY recommend coming to have literally ANY meal here. The service was great and that's saying something because we showed up like a half an hour before closing. The food was FANTASTIC! I knew this place was on my Yelp list for a reason. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Service was above and beyond. Dining room is nice and clean but a bit cramped in my fat frame opinion. Food was good. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Chorizo hash with poached eggs. Forgot the menu nomenclature - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Wonderful small diner! The team was welcoming and outgoing. The service was excellent. Ordered & would recommend the Pull Pork Slides they come with apple butter & caramelized onion. They were AMAZINGLY delicious, melt in your mouth... definitely would recommend this place to anyone in Salem read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Pulled Pork Sliders - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Always great, and never disappoints. We've been to red's several times while visiting family in Salem, and it's always good no matter what we order. The restaurant itself is in an adorable old home right downtown, and in walking distance of most of the hotels. The staff are always friendly and knowledgeable, and for the quality they are quite reasonably priced. I recommend checking them out if you are in Salem. read more

I stumbled upon this place when I was walking around Salem to get a gift for my boyfriend and I'm so glad I did. What initially drew me in was their cute latte sign outside for spring. I have been on this coffee hunt lately to find good lattes and coffee and then review them on social media so I stopped in! I ordered the golden order latte (iced with almond milk) and it was AMAZING. I can't lie, this was one of the best lattes I've had. I love the more creative lattes where people put a little spin onto coffee and this one delivered. It wasn't too bitter or too sweet, it was perfect. It was a full 10/10 and I can't wait to come back to try their food. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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The food was great and service was exceptional, very attentive and pleasant. Definitely will be going back as there are so many great things on the menu to try. It is an older building but the decor is really cute. read more

Visited Red's Sandwich Shop on a Saturday for lunch and ordered the Pastrami Reuben and the Cuban from the Specialty Sandwiches section. Given the name of the place, I had high hopes for these items. Unfortunately, both sandwiches fell far short of expectations and were among the most disappointing versions I've had. The flavors and preparation just didn't come together as I'd hoped. The historic ambience is charming and definitely a plus, but the service was noticeably slow and inattentive during our visit. While I appreciate that Red's has been a Salem staple for many years, this experience left me unlikely to return or recommend it based on the food quality we received. I hope the kitchen can refine these offerings, as the potential is there with such a great location and atmosphere. read more

Breakfast was plentiful. The service was perfect. With a big hello and a smile. Cute dinner. Plenty of staff. Service is spot on. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Mushroom omelet and 2 eggs scrambled. - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Staff were super friendly. Food was excellent value for price. Cute little diner vibe. I would recommend going early especially during busy season. We visited 9/6 and got there at 8am and got right in, but as we were leaving it was getting busier. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - 2 eggs breakfast - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

We came on a Monday during lunch time as it was a like everywhere to eat. There was a line but we were seated quickly. Our waitress was super nice! Got the In Like Flynn, pumpkin bread French toast, Krabby Patties, and Camp Crystal Lake drink. Would go back to Salem just for his order. The corn beef hash was cooked perfectly as I like. The pumpkin bread French toast - omg, the BEST! Crab patties delicious. Camp Crystal Lake was my favorite iced dark chocolate latte. I had to stop myself from drinking so much because I am caffeine sensitive, lol. We took the night tour at night at learned that this is where Paul Revere and others met to discuss revolution! Who would've thought? A must go to when in Salem for sure! read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Surprised at the reviews, my experience was very different. Ordered the steak bomb with onion rings. The steak bomb was this oily dried mystery meat, that was so overcooked, it was almost crunchy. Inedible. When we were asked how we were doing, I answered 'meh", the waiter smiled and walked away. I know this is a touristic spot, did not have high hopes, but did not expect it was going to be this bad. read more

This is a local diner in the heart of Salem. I would recommend getting there early to beat the breakfast rush or expect to wait a bit before you are able to sit down. The food is straight forward diner food but it's yummy. We enjoyed learning about the history with Reds. Does it stand out in my mind as the best breakfast diner I have been to? No. But it's centrally located and they have typical American breakfast options. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Mimosas Flight- guava, blood orange and lavender - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Food was great and the vibes were immaculate! The potatoes (house fries?) were sooooo flavorful. And it seems like every employee member has a menu item they can name as my coffee was the name of the barista's sister and my meal after somebody's grandmother. I think this is a must stop for anyone visiting Salem read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Krabby Patty and Casey coffee - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Last day in Salem, hoping to undo the damage our last breakfast spot inflicted upon us the day before at a place named after a not-so-pretty drinking vessel...Red's delivered. Our waitress was super friendly, establishment was cozy, warm and inviting for a rainy morning breakfast. I had the corned beef and hash breakfast dish. Two perfectly poached eggs perched atop a generous amount of corned beef hash covering a bed of deliciously cooked home fries. Wife had the smoked salmon eggs Benedict breakfast. Rounded off our meal with their banana pancakes. Coffee was delicious. We sipped and ate in the comfort of a cozy corner table while taking in the scenery during the morning breakfast crowd. Thanks for a great experience guys. I will recommend you to everyone. read more

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I just had a wonderful lunch today at the very charming Red's Sandwich Shop. I had a "Luv You Lox" bagel sandwich. It was yummy! love that Red's serves breakfast and lunch all day long. They will even "custom order" your order if you like. Charming, cozy, service was super fast and friendly. Prices are very reasonable. The decor was eclectic and fun. The menu is always changing, which I like. The clientele comes from all over the world, which is no surprise. Great place to grab a meal if you are in Salem, MA. read more

Came back to reds of course! Came back twice! First time I got the fish and chips. Naturally it was delicious! Second time I was not hungry so I got an English muffin. The waitress asked if I wanted it toasted or griddled, I picked the latter. Smart choice, I've only ever had one toasted and now I'm converted. The place is hellishly busy as always in October but the line to get in goes quickly and the staff are kind and have a-lot of patience. read more

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Really good food and drinks. Service was friendly and welcoming. I got a seasonal coffee and eggs Benedict. Both very good! Highly recommend this spot. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

"The pancakes overflow the plate", was the talk of the town. That's what sold us on trying Red's. The pancakes did not overflow the plates but were delicious and filling nonetheless! Andrew was very sociable and knowledgeable! read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Reds is the breakfast talk of the town, so I felt inclined to try it out. To set the tone, this was a hangover breakfast, so I just needed something yummy to fill me up. The first thing I noticed is there's a lot of employees just sitting around or on their phone. The service that was diligently working was fantastic and the 3 stars is for them. The food overall lacked flavor and wasn't anything to rave about, and again, hangover food! If you're looking for a quick meal, this could be your style. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Veggie Omelet with home fries - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

There was a line but got in pretty quick. Definitely worth the wait. It's so delicious. Had the pumpkin French toast with pumpkin cream cheese n it's so good that you don't need to use syrup. Also had the funky Kong drink which is delicious. My kids loved their breakfast too. They had French toast with strawberries n California dreaming. All so delicious. Definitely coming back. read more

Red's Sandwich Shop - Sandwiches Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

We had a large group which seemed to annoy the hostess but we didn't have to wait too long for a table. This definitely isn't the best place for a large group. It was pretty tight in there. The food was fine but nothing special. It's not a place I would pick to go again but I wouldn't say no if somebody suggested it. read more