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Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe, Swampscott, MA

Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe

4.9 (759)
$31 to $50
Seafood
153 Humphrey Street, Swampscott, MA 01907

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe is perched on Black Will's Cliff, on Greater Boston's North Shore. The Athanas family restaurants are known for excellent seafood and American cuisine.

We do not accept reservations for The Tavern or deck.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Swampscott
  • Cross street
    Rt. 129
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 759 people are saying

Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Romantic

  • Greater Boston

    Great for scenic views

  • Greater Boston

    Seafood

  • Boston Metro North

    Best Food

  • Boston Metro North

    Best Ambiance

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Boston Metro North

    Romantic

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for scenic views

  • Boston Metro North

    Good for special occasions

  • Boston Metro North

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe offers a delightful dining experience with "great service" and a "beautiful view." The "fresh seafood" and legendary popovers are highly praised, alongside an elegant atmosphere reminiscent of "old times." Despite being "a little pricey," the exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality make it "well worth the money."
759 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anthony’s Hawthorn never disappoints. The perfect place, thoughtful decor, ambience, warmth! A lovely place to celebrate the joy of conviviality. Limited menu, assures each selection is carefully prepared, presented, and professionally served! I adore dining at the Hawthorne! It is an icon on the North Shore. Sweeping views, picture perfect sunsets… a place to linger and enjoy. The best steaks, and fresh seafood and a traditional desserts! So many memories, simply lovely! Thank you for all of the times we have shared. A restaurant par excellence!

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  2. Donald

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinning table next to a window with a water view. Complementary marinaded mushrooms were delicious as well as the popovers. Can’t say enough about the popovers, warm with butter, delicious! Lobster bisque had large pieces of lobster in it. Stuffed clams were different, was made with a cheese base, broiled golden brown on top . The main meal was stuffed lobster, bread crumbs stuffing with lobster meat, the lobster tail remained intact but spilt down the middle for easy access. The one downside, I did not like was the claws which you had to crack yourself. Waiter was attentive and very pleasant. Overall, an experience dinner , but for a special occasion dinner, very enjoyable.

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  3. kevin

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! Great drinks. Nice house wine selection. Fresh seafood cooked perfectly. Love the popovers too. Really enjoyed our dinner

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  4. Jane

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anthony's is a throw back to the old days, from an attendant to open the door when you enter to white table clothes and uniformed waitstaff. The view is beautiful and the food was delicious and well prepared. I loved the popovers, so hoot and fresh!! It is a little pricey, but well worth the money!!

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  5. Pat

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our reservation numbers increased twice and yet the staff accommodated us gracefully and cheerfully! That, along with excellent food, service and a beautiful view made for a perfect night for a very special occasion!

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  6. Stanley VIP

    Greater Boston138 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe for dinner because we were in the area. We had a window seat overlooking the beach and a delicious meal.

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  7. Heidi

    Greater Boston44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A classic and never disappoints. Refreshing to see the hosts wearing suits and ties which fits with the elegance of this beautiful restaurant. Food is outstanding and the bartenders know what they are doing. Service is always professional and friendly.

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  8. Norman

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anthony’s Pier 4 in Swamscott, MA is a superb dive Ning experience. The decor is tops, tables neat with white tablecloths, views of the ocean through tall and wide windows most serene. The service was tops and the food and drinks everything and more of what you expect from a top-tier restaurant. We couldn’t recommend this restaurant highly enough. By all means come and enjoy!

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  9. Richard

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Courtney, was excellent and made our dining experience complete!

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  10. Gianna VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a great meal here! Tani the waiter is excellent along with the other waitresses. Their Cosmopolitans are the best!!

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FAQs

Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 595-5735.

Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 759 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe

153 Humphrey Street, Swampscott, MA 01907

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rt. 129
  • Neighborhood
    Swampscott
  • Hours of operation
    Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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