Just had an amazing lunch at the Babe! Literally everything we ate was amazing. Starting with the…read moresteak and cheese that included fried mozzarella in the sandwich. The fries and side salad were excellent, and all of the veggies were crispy and fresh. The atmosphere and service were exceptional and the price was right! I highly recommend

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!

Tiny place, absolutely delicious! I don't have one bad thing to say about the place, food, or…read morestaff. The menu doesn't look particularly amazing, standard-ish pub fare (steak tips, fish&chips, mac&cheese) but they do them EXTREMELY well. The tips were tender and flavorful, the sneaky star of the entree was the salad with feta though. I'm pretty sure the feta was marinated in whatever outstanding salad dressing they use. The havarti grilled cheese with avocado, garlic aioli and fried egg...C'mon. You have to spend the extra $2 for the bacon jam, you will not regret it. I'm sure we've all seen truffle fries right? Some bullshit frozen garbage either drowned in cheap truffle oil, or "dusted" with truffle salt. Well, they don't do that crap here, however they do garlic fries. Hand cut, with whole cloves of roasted garlic all over. Not one or two cloves, like several heads worth of glorious, slow-roasted garlic. I managed to scrounge a couple spoonfuls of the kids mac&cheese from my son, almost lost a finger in the attempt and I found out why. They put just as much effort into the kids food as the adults. If you need a break from your witchy business in Salem, definitely stop in here.

Mac and cheese was just ehhhh, but the havarti grilled cheese was a YES. The clam chowder was cold,…read moreso I'd skip. cocktails are super unique. Definitely order the sun damage! I got the mocktail version and it was so tasty. The live music they had this night started at 9 and was super funky. You can't really have conversations during it, it's very loud, so don't go there if you're trying to have deep conversations instead of vibing to some music lol. Overall I would go back for drinks and music again!

I had a chicken Caesar salad and it was amazing! My husband had a cheeseburger and it was top notch!read more

I checked out Crazy Good Kitchen on a Saturday night with a friend. The inside is relatively small,…read morewith only a few tables, but there is outdoor patio seating as well. They share the space with East Regiment Beer Company, so you get the fun vibes of it being a brewery at the same time. Their menu includes smash burgers, fried chicken sandwiches, salads, chicken tenders, wings, shakes, and fries that go form the most basic to overly loaded. I got the "But Make It Spicy," their spicy chicken sandwich that includes their spicy mixed slaw, house-made pickles, and homemade buttermilk ranch. The size of the sandwich itself is pretty large. Is it worth $14 without any fries or anything else? Maybe. One thing is for sure, it is spicy, so be careful. I am looking forward to trying their loaded fries next time.

I had such high hopes and did even plan on reviewing, but I can't let this slide…read more I did an online order for chicken caesar salad fries with bacon. Picked up my order and wasn't until I arrived back at my destination that I discovered my order was completely wrong. I was given a chicken caesar salad sandwich with a side of house chips. The sandwich wasn't good at all. The chicken had no flavor, was fried to the point of being uber crispy and dry, and the romaine green looked like they'd seen better days. Wouldn't recommend, given the hiccup with the order and the fact that what I was given wasn't actually any good.

Looking for a spot open after 9 in Salem was hard to find, even on a Friday. Luckily we found…read moreBoston burger company. We were just stopping in for desserts, drinks and apps and this place delivered. Their over the top milkshakes all looked delicious but we knew we only could finish one. We opted for the special of the month which had an Oreo crust, chocolate shake and the densest, richest piece of chocolate cake I've had in a while. It was a perfect treat to end the night and more than enough for 4 to share. We also tried their Mac and cheese bites which were a hit. They were extra gooey and cheesy and the sauce was a great accompaniment. This place is providing great later night options in a town that didn't see to have many.

Needed a kid friendly space after making our witch hats at the good witch of Salem. This place was…read moreperfect for fish and chips and delicious chicken sandwiches. Great beer and cocktail selection. Kids menu and booth area for some extra space. The waitress was very attentive and patient with kiddos, even made the lemonade pink! Lovely spot for family lunch while exploring Salem.

We came by for lunch after visiting the Salem Witch museum and had an ok experience. I loved the…read moreambiance, it had a very European pub feel. The staff was also very welcoming and friendly. The food however was ok. My friend ordered the harvest bowl with chicken and had the veggies pub curry with chicken. Honestly I was expecting the curry to be bomb since Irish pubs are known for their curries. My curry was a bit bland but the worst part was the rice that it was served on. It was so hard and crunchy, it was like they scraped the bottom of the pan where all the overcooked rice was. As an Asian person who eats rice almost every day, it was not pleasant to have to eat this. I notified our server who replaced it. It was a bit better but I still had bits of hard rice. Because of the bland flavor and hard rice, I don't recommend this dish. My friend said her harvest bowl was good so perhaps I should have gotten that.

Biscuits and Chowdah So yummy and filling hardly had room…read morefor our entree The southern style biscuits was a perfect match with their thick chowder. Biscuits melted in your mouth!

Salem Massachusetts is a Gem all on its on…read more The LongBoards Restaurant and bar was a pet friendly and delightful surprise. The staff was outgoing and welcoming, the facility was clean, trendy, and vibrant. There was twenty some Televisions playing a wide array of sports. We ordered the Garlic Shrimp Tortellini and fish and chips. Both were perfectly cooked and fresh, fresh, fresh! The shrimps were larger prawn style and there as a fair amount in the meal! Did I mention the place is Dog Friendly!!? Well it is! They even offer a puppy menu!!!! 9/10! The place is pretty good, but the environment was a little too busy for me.

I wrote this review back in August of 2013, we lived up the street from the whistle for 7 years,…read moreAugust 2021 we moved to South Carolina, and man do I miss this place, it's changed owners in the time we went there, and was hit hard by covid. But the Whistle keeps going. We miss the crew there, the staff and the regulars. When we go back up north to visit, this is on the top of the list of places we have to go. Miss you guys!

What an unknown gem in Salem! It's not on a beaten path, but the food has got to be one of the…read morebest in town. We've been in before for their superior steak tips and burgers. We just went in and dropped a worthy $80 on lunch - 2 tequila mules, a special of buffalo bites (if u are lucky and these are on special again - order them!). Chicken kabob sandwich - juicy, perfectly grilled chicken and my husband got the mouth-watering pastrami sandwich. We packed half of it up for dinner tonight. I only gave 4 stars due to the lousy, noisy, raunchy bar flies. They couldn't care less about other customers as they were shouting and cussing away. Having a conversation with my husband was impossible. The bartender, who was 5 stars in her service to us, attempted to remind these people to stop yelling. I understand being a local, as I am one, and it makes me want to keep my favorite places in business. However, disruptive and rude bar flies should be shut out ff earlier and asked to leave or at the very least pipe down. Ultimately, I highly recommend anyone local or out of town to try The Tin Whistle for the food and service. Maybe try one of the tall comfy wooden booths would make for a better atmosphere.

Went to The Tavern at the Hawthorne Hotel and overall it was a really good experience -- the place…read morehas that classic Salem/old-hotel vibe and it's a great spot for dinner or drinks. Food was solid and the drinks were on point. Everything came out pretty quick and most of the staff was friendly. Only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars: the vibe was a little creepy (which I know is kind of the point in Salem lol), and the boy who seated us was honestly pretty rude and made the first impression weird. That said, I'd still go back because the food/drinks and overall atmosphere are worth it -- just hoping the service/hosting is better next time.

As promised, I like to give restaurants second chances. It so happened a few of our friends kept…read moreraving about the Tavern, so we decided now was the right time. We came a couple Saturdays ago at lunch time. It was packed but we didn't have to wait long for a seat. The interior met expectations, and we loved all the wood, and the high arch seats. Started with the artichoke spinach dip. This was delicious! The pitas were fried and added a wonderful texture. Hubs got his burger which he devoured and a friend and I split the vegetarian quesadilla! This was so well seasoned and the caramelized onions melted in my mouth! Drinks were pretty good as well. Might have to try them for date night dinner again!

Hallowed Ground is an amazing little spot for the ambiance alone. However Sarah was like a booze…read morespirit guide. She leads you to the best cocktail choices with the authority of a scholar and the insight of a shaman. I would return back again just for her expertise and delightful personality.

Cool doesn't cover it! Amazing experience and specialty cocktails are to die for! Highly…read morerecommended love the vibe

I've been here frequently but I don't think I'll be back after noticing my burger was barely…read morecooked. Update: thank you very much for making this right and refunding my money I truely appreciate it. Thank you for great friendly customer service.

Absolutely amazing service and food. The staff is considerate and go above and beyond in service…read more The California Short Rib burrito is my go to weekly meal. If you're gonna get anything, get the burrito. It alongside the Hot honey chicken are my classic recommendations.