Really nice bar, great drinks, delicious grilled cheese sandwiches. (Skip the tomato soup tho.)…read moreService was very good. I'll definitely be back!

Not really a speak easy. Kinda disappointing. Definitely shouldn't have the sign outside the…read morealleyway lol. Was a bit busy but also isn't that big. Only have certain drinks and they were really weird. No one in Salem has even heard of it really and never been there. Definitely would not go again. Also shares a bathroom with Dire wolf tavern. When u walk in the door u also can go straight into DW.

My husband and I arrived in Salem after a long day of traveling and just needed food. It was 10:00…read moreand their kitchen was still open. I had the Straw-brie sandwich (or something to that effect), but it was toasted, had strawberry compote and melted brie with arugula and it was fantastic. The service was great. The atmosphere was great!

Recommended to us by some locals as a great place for "tourists" to go. I can't agree, since the…read moretwo bartenders on duty were slinging drinks to their buddies while ignoring us. (They clearly saw me there; we made eye contact and the one guy wasn't even doing anything.) After about 10 to 15 minutes of waiting with no service, we were about to leave when a server finally came to our table. Since they were obviously busy and weren't keeping up with the crowd that night, we tried to order two drinks each so they could save a little of their time and we could relax without worrying about if a server was going to take our order again before the end of the week. The server very sharply said that he was NOT going to give us two drinks at a time, CERTAINLY not with drinks of this high alcohol content. We ordered one drink each, cashed out and bounced. The cocktail I got was fine; I could make a slightly worse version at home at a fraction of the price (or even two at once!). We we were told later by a friendlier Salemite at a bar with a better vibe that there is a Massachusetts state law that prohibits having two drinks at once at a bar. Fair enough. Had our server told us that, unfortunately, he wasn't allowed to give us two drinks at once -- instead of making us feel like idiots/degenerates for daring to ask -- we probably would have dropped a lot of vacation money there that night. Oh well; we had a great time at the other places we went.

Brunch was really great here! The French toast reminded us of a fried dough, so crunchy and yummy…read more I was hesitant about ordering a cold brew, if you are picky about your coffee you know it can be a hit or miss, but it was great as well! Service was fast. We were surprisingly satisfied overall.

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!

We really enjoyed Sea Salt tonight. It is located in the basement and enter via the back. Once you…read moreget to their outdoor patio, you know you've arrived. What a lovely spot. The restaurant is deceptively large with a pleasant atmosphere. Service was prompt even on a busy Saturday evening and our server was enthusiastic about the food. I had the goat burger, which was absolutely loaded with goat cheese. I appreciate that they are generous, so be forewarned it is a delicious and messy situation. I also tried the Brussels sprouts, which were terrific. I snuck bites of my husbands truffle fries, which were also super good. My husband ate every bite of his sea salt burger, which he reported was very good between bites. Also worth noting that the burger patties were gigantic. We finished up dinner with an Irish coffee. Yum! Overall, this is a really good choice for dinner. I'd definitely recommend stopping by here for a meal if you're in the area.

Sea Salt is the kind of place that just feels good to be at. The food is fresh and straightforward…read morein the best way -- easygoing but still packed with flavor. The ahi tuna poke was incredible, one of those dishes you could eat every day and never get tired of. I also tried the black bean burger and was blown away. I don't usually go for veggie burgers, but this one was fantastic -- flavorful, satisfying, and made me forget I wasn't eating meat. The service was excellent, too. Everyone was welcoming, attentive without being over the top, and just genuinely nice to interact with. It's rare to find a spot where both the food and the people hit the mark like this. Highly recommend Sea Salt for anyone who wants a great meal in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

First timers: cute towny intimate restaurant. The server was…read morevery nice- explained things well. Service was quick. The only reason I put 3 stars was because the entrees and limited selection. Idk if it's a seasonal menu but the pictures I saw from others are not what was available unfortunately. But the drinks , appetizers, and sushi are 5 stars Entrees: burger- most bland burger, it looked as dry as it tasted. With a side of 10 fries Pork Tenderloin dish absolutely no flavor in anything not even the sauce whatever that was. No seasoning, no stand out ingredients. I would try it again if I were in that area but only for sushi and drinks.

I love Mai Tai! I resisted going there for a couple years because I thought the price points were…read morehigh, but once I went, I discovered that the food is absolutely amazing and the drinks are so fun! I highly recommend it!

My wonderful son and daughter-in-law(this was their third time) invited us to go on a harbor cruise…read moreon Tiki Hut Boats. We were joined by my daughter and son-in-law. Tiki Hut can take groups of up to six on their boats (they have two). As mentioned in previous reviews they open their calendar in January and they book up for the entire season very quickly(days). Captain Scott and his wife Karen are great business people and excellent hosts. They work together as a well oiled team. They offer light snacks and amazing drinks. The drinks are well thought out with tons of personality!! I'll leave the rest to visitors to experience so as to not cheapen their first experience. Our early afternoon cruise was a lightly choppy day in the harbor but they as great hosts made it the best possible experience we could have. Cruises are 90 minutes in duration.

My friends and I had such a fun time on this Tiki Hut boat ride. I think our captain was Judd and…read morethe bartender, Ashley who made very yummy drinks.

Mercy Tavern is such a vibe. It's a tiny and cramped bar/restaurant with a TV that was playing 90s…read moremovies while we ate. Local characters mixed with tourists throughout. Great local art lining the walls. Excellent service and beyond excellent food rounding out the near perfection. Their waiting for a table system leaves something to be desired, but the reward is worth it in the end. The steak frites was some of the best I've had.

Popped in while walking the City of Salem on a hot July afternoon. Friendly vibe with seating area…read moreand a bar. Everyone was cool and helpful with the menu. We had the Clam Chowder- Delicious, one of the best that we have had on our visit to Massachusetts. We also did burgers with fries, all of it was delicious. The burgers were cooked just right and the pickles on the side just took it over the top. Definitely a great stop when in Salem.

Newer speakeasy hidden inside of Encore Casino. It's nautical theme and very intimate, dark inside…read moreand classy ambiance. Echoing other yelpers, drinks are pricey...but that's part of the experience... Drinks were pretty strong so I was good with one. Wouldn't rush to go back due to prices, but it was nice to go on Valentine's Day. We Ordered -Sereta de Janetro -SAZERAC

The drinks are definitely extra pricey but they are extra good too!!!! Plus I always win in the…read morecasino after having a drink here, for whatever that's worth...