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The Burn

4.5 (15 reviews)
Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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Reuben and fries
Kim S.

Wow! A hidden gem...but it won't stay that way for long! When you walk into a place and are immediately made to feel at home, where there are both locals and vacationers in the place and everyone is smiling and chatting, you know you've found something special. Don, the bartender, was terrific; the owners were there and were awesome, as well. Oh! The food! My husband ordered the Reuben; I got the weekly special flatbread, and they were both amazing. Our only disappointment was that we couldn't order more; everything looked and smelled delicious! Highly recommend, you definitely won't regret your visit here!

Grilled Chicken, Rice, Veggies so good!
Connor M.

The service, ambiance, food is so good. They know how to spruce up Bar Food into a 5 star meal. Coldest beer on tap, nice people and a must try in Gloucester.

I am shocked by how impressive The Burn is. Truly, it is outstanding on every level. The staff treated my family like we were VIP family members even though it was our first visit AND the restaurant was full. You know how sometimes staff gets overwhelmed and cranky when it's busy? Not these guys. The place smells great. Good clean cooking smell and beautiful, current style. And the food. Get outa here with that! They have my new favorite Reuben. I thought the best Reuben was on soft fresh baked brown bread but these guys have proven me wrong. It is best served pressed. And the pickle they serve with it is perfect. That's coming from a serious pickle snob here! My Guinness was delicious thanks to what must be impeccably clean taps. My kids were obsessed with their chicken fingers and fries. My husband loved his haddock sandwich. Oh my gosh and the dessert! All homemade! Do not skip the strawberry ice cream treat. It's as if a Fribble and a Good Humor Strawberry Shortcake bar made a baby. If we lived closer, we would be regulars and I would want to keep it a hidden gem. For a moment I considered relocating just to make that happen. And for the record, I have not been this impressed by a restaurant EVER. Even my six year old was floored. For the first time ever she said we should leave them extra money because it was so good. And as we were leaving she stopped us to make sure we did. I cannot wait to go back.

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Great local bar/restaurant to stop for a bite or happy hour. Local crowd in the off season. Friendly staff

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Incredible food, friendly staff, and great outdoor seating!! We stopped for lunch after a whale watching tour and were so happy we did.

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I thought the best Reuben was on soft fresh baked brown bread but these guys have proven me wrong.

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George's Restaurant & Bar - Chicken Biscuit Gravy

George's Restaurant & Bar

4.5(257 reviews)
0.7 mi
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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

We absolutely love this place. It is a tradition for us to visit for birthdays and certain holidays…read moreand we are never disappointed. The food is good and the staff is very friendly. Highly recommend!

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Choate Bridge Pub & Restaurant - Baked Haddock

Choate Bridge Pub & Restaurant

4.0(273 reviews)
10.1 mi
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We used to visit The Choate quite regularly however our last 2 visits have not been the great…read moreexperience we are used to. We sat at the bar both times and it just wasn't up to par compared to the Choate before new ownership took over. The service was great but... The baked haddock did not have the same delicious crumbs and the portion was too huge to finish and we know seafood doesn't really make for good leftovers. The fried haddock was done a little too much; the coating was too dark and again so much of it! The salads have grown to twice their size but served in the same tiny dish; much of our salad ended up in our laps and on the floor... The broccoli and squash were just okay but again the portions are HUGE! A bit disappointing really...we both would have preferred less, more delicious food of yore rather than the enormous portions of sub-par flavors. A lot of food doesn't necessarily mean delicious... Both visits left us feeling a little sad and nostalgic for the way the Choate used to be.

**Classic local watering hole with solid food and atmosphere**…read more The Chote Pub is definitely a neighborhood spot through and through. You can tell the regulars get priority attention from the bartenders, but we eventually got taken care of too - just be prepared to be patient if it's busy and you're a new face. The food was good with very generous portions that definitely give you your money's worth. Drinks were well-made and hit the spot. We loved the setup for watching football - great views of the games from multiple angles around the bar. **Important heads-up: This is a CASH ONLY establishment.** Make sure you stop at an ATM before you arrive, or you'll be making a quick exit to find one. The vibe here is very much old-school local pub - if that's your scene, you'll love it. If you're looking for something more polished or trendy, this might not be your spot. We enjoyed the unpretentious atmosphere and will likely be back, but it's definitely worth knowing what you're walking into first. Bottom line: Come for honest pub fare, generous portions, cold drinks, and a genuine local experience. Just bring cash!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Dwyer's Pub - Mozzarella sticks

Dwyer's Pub

4.4(50 reviews)
32.4 mi

If I lived in Portsmouth, Dwyer's would definitely be one of my go to places. Just off the main…read morestreet, this Irish Pub is welcoming, has a great draft selection, and great food. We visited on Friday night and sat at a table as the bar seating was pretty packed. Crowd was pretty chill - a mixture of people in their 20's having drinks & apps, and then older couples/families enjoying dinner. We were happy to see Smithwicks on the draft menu, and we also got a Downeast cider with a caramel/cinnamon rim. We ordered the house made mozzarella sticks, which were ginormous, crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and all around delicious. We all opted with different types of burgers - sliders, fried chicken, and a pub burger. All were served with fries and were perfectly cooked. The coating on my fried chicken was crispy and flavorful. Service was awesome - our glasses were never left empty! Best of all, Dwyers has a free jukebox packed with favorites. Looking forward to coming back on our next visit to Portsmouth - we'll definitely be trying the deviled eggs, wings, and fried oreos!

Super fun place with a Celtic session on the weekend, but my experience with the obese female…read morebartender was beyond inappropriate. After spending aprox $250 on drinks we were asked to leave our table before we were done because there were other people waiting for tables. I understand that it's a busy St. Paddy's weekend and they need to turn tables over and make $ but it was quite jarring and rude AND we were getting ready to order food. I enjoy this place but i won't be returning. If you want average food and drinks, which is forgivable because of the fun music, and would like to be treated like crap on a Saturday afternoon, Dwyers is the place for you.

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Thirsty Whale - Pastrami sandwich with fries

Thirsty Whale

3.6(94 reviews)
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If you Google define a neighborhood dive bar, you will see a picture of the Thirsty Whale…read more This is the kind of place where locals and visitors mingle freely. On a dank spring (typical) early New England spring afternoon, we wandered in for a pre-dinner cocktail. The drinks are solid and reasonably priced. They do have a few high-end spirits and a few surprise special cocktails. There is also a good selection of local beers. We stopped by for a nightcap and were surprised that on a Wednesday night, they were packed and rocking to a live band. If you appreciate a good dive bar with personality, strong drinks, and a local crowd, this place is worth checking out.

The Thirsty Whale was one of my "dive" haunts when I lived in the area so I was curious to see if…read moreit was still a great neighborhood bar. Spoiler alert it is! We arrived on a cold damp afternoon and quickly joined a few regulars at the bar. Conversations were started and the cocktails flowed. They do have some great local craft beers and a full bar with a few high end liquors like Eagle Rare and Grey Goose. My desert dry Goose martini with a twist was perfect. Plus 1 said her Paloma was perfect as well. We could have spent the entire afternoon here hangin with the regulars and getting toasty but alas we had dinner reservations. We did stop by after dinner for a nightcap and the Whale was rocking to a live band and they were packed on a Wednesday night no less. Toby Keith's "I Love This Bar" song could have easily been written for the Whale!

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