Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe

Name: Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe
Address: 153 Humphrey Street, Swampscott, MA, United States, 01907
Telephone: (781) 595-5735
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

601 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 24, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(781) 595-5735

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Seafood, American
Hours of operation
Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(781) 595-5735
Website
http://pier4.com/Hawthorne/index.html
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party contact
Functions Department: (781) 595-5735

Location
153 Humphrey Street Swampscott, MA 01907
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

Popular dishes

Anthony's own Applewood Smoked Salmon*
apple and maple cured, house-smoked with capers, bermuda onion, chive cream and 7-grain bread
Homemade Lobster Ravioli
with saffron-leek sauce
Fried Tempura Shrimp Skewers
with chipotle-mango sauce
Pan-fried Native Crab Cake
made with fresh native crabmeat served over greens with creamy roasted red pepper dressing
Baked Clams a la Anthony
a delectable mixture of chopped cherrystone clams, garlic and breadcrumbs topped with parmesan cheese
Baked Oysters
six Malpaque oysters baked in any of the following styles - Rockefeller: spinach, fresh herbs, buttered panko crumbs, and crispy shallots; Cozumel: hollandaise, leeks and chipotle peppers; Keys Style: parmesan, lemon pepper and garlic butter; Combination: two of each style
Curry Fried Oysters
with a cool cucumber sauce
Fried Calamari
crispy coated squid with spicy vinaigrette
Belgian Style Mussels
farm-raised Price Edward Island mussels poached with white wine, garlic, shallots, and parsley
Steamed Clams
with clam broth and drawn butter
Baba Ghanoush
a flavorful roasted eggplan dip with tahini, garlic, lemon, and extra virgin olive oil, served with toasted pita bread
Antipasto Platter
roasted farm vegetables, olives, fresh mozzarella, and crispy flat bread. add sopressata and La Quercia prosciutto

Salads

Glover Salad*
romaine lettuce tossed with homemade croutons, parmesan cheese and garlicky caesar dressing
Large Glover Salad with your choice of:
Grilled Chicken Breast; Grilled Shrimp; Crabmeat; Smoked Salmon; Blackened Salmon or Tuna
Mixed Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette
a mixture of sweet, bitter and spicy greens with dried cranberries and toasted walnuts
Spinach, Pancetta, and Toasted Pignoli Salad
with warm currant gorgonzola dressing
Iceberg Wedge Salad
crisp lettuce, avocado, farmer cheese, tomato with ancho pepper dressing
Rocket Salad
baby arugula with sliced apples and Asiago cheese tossed in a cider vinaigrette

Soups & Chowders

Lobster Bisque*
an Anthony's tradition, served at three presidential inaugurations
New England Clam Chowder
a creamy combination of quahogs, potatoes, herbs and spices
Boston Fish Chowder
a combination of the finest codfish and flounder delicatedly stewe in a light, creamy broth with smoky bacon, onions, potatoes and corn

Raw Bar Selections

1/2 Dozen or one Dozen Oysters on the Half Shell
with cocktail and mignonette sauce - see today's selection
Oyster Sampler
a sampling of two of each of today's selection
Wellfleet Countneck Clams on the Half Shell
with cocktail and scallion-lime-ginger sauces
Chatham Littlneck Clams on the Half Shell
with cocktail and scallion-lime-ginger sauces
Shrimp Cocktail
4 iced jumbo shrimp served with Anthony's own cocktail and remoulade sauces
Lobster Cocktail
lobster, avocado, and micro greens with gazpacho vinaigrette
New England Raw Bar Platter
a selection of oysters, littlenecks, cherrystones and shrimp served with horseradish, cocktail, remoulade, mignonette and scallion-lime-ginger saucces
Deluxe New England Raw Bar Platter
see today's selection
Fresh Native Crabmeat Cocktail
with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and capers served over mesclun greens

Entrees

Broiled Boston Scrod*
from the waters of Georges Bank topped with seasoned, buttered breadcrumbs
Pan-fried Native Crab Cakes
two crab cakes, made with fresh native crabmeat served over greens with creamy roasted red pepper dressing
Baked Stuffed Shrimp
jumbo Florida hoppers topped with buttered crumbs
Oven Roasted Haddock
with olives, tomato, basil, and white wine, served with jasmine rice
Sautéed Grey Sole
fresh from Gloucester, with browned butter and almonds
Broiled George Bank Sea Scallops
with lime-chive beurre blanc
Fried Seafood Platter
a generous platter of golden fried native cod, oysters, shrimp and scallions with house-made french fries, cole slaw, malt vinegar and house-made tartar sauce
Bouillabaisse A La Marseilles
shellfish and finfish delicately simmered in a broth of tomato, leek, garlic and saffron served with rouille and croutons
Grilled Baby Lamb Chops "Scottadito"
seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, rosemary, and lemon with ratatouille and pesto potato croquettes
Portabella Wellington
grilled Portabella musrhoom with spinach and boursin cheese wrapepd in puff pastry

Lobsters, Anthony's Speciality

Baked Stuffed Lobster A La Hawthorne*
stuffed with lobster meat and seasoned, buttered breadcrumbs
Steamed or Broiled Live Lobster
Anthony's Lobster Clam Bake
lobster, shrimp, clams, mussels and chouriço with drawn butter and broth
Creamy Irish Whiskey Lobster Sauté
fresh lobster meat sautéed with Jameson's Irish whiskey, cream and butter served over a savory scone
Anthony's Featured Lobsters
boiled, an Anthony's tradition, 3 pounds and up

Grilled On The Open Hearth

Entrees from our Open Hearth served with your choice of: house-made french fries, baked potato or roasted sweet potato

Fresh from our Fish Market
Fresh fish is delivere daily to our fish market; what is available varies on a day-t0-day basis. We offer any fish from our market, grilled on our oven hearth and served with your choice of the following accompaniments: lime-chive beurre blanc; tomato and sweet onion relish; romesco sauce; orange-pistachio-basil sauce; garlic butter
Swordfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Halibut
Wild King Salmon
Steaks
Served with béarnaise sauce upon request
Black Angus 14 ounce New York Sirloin
Black Angus 8 ounce Club Sirloin
Filet Mignon
Steak Frites
grilled 8 oz. sirloin with lemon-parsley butter and house-made french fries

Vegetables A la Carte

Marinated Mushrooms
French Fried Onion Rings
House-Made French Fries
Fingerling Potatoes
with butter and parsley
Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
Ratatouille
Anthony's Creamed Spinach
Fresh Broccoli Holandaise
Fresh Asparagus Hollandaise

What 601 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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NanaPatO
Atlanta
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I planned a Sweet Sixteen birthday party for my granddaughter and requested a table by the window. George Athanas was wonderful. He ensured that we had a window table and that all the special items, ie cake, were done. The food was delicious. My granddaughter got lobster and it was perfection!! Thank You, we will be back Pat O'
MM
MMWL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Wanted to reexperience Pier I and General Glover food such as marinated mushrooms and the popovers before this restaurant is bought by the town of Swampscott for a seaside park!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
D
Dreamarieg
New England
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience4
Anthony's Pier 4 has always been a staple for seafood,service, and ambiance. In the past, food and service have been impeccable. However, for Mother's Day, this was not the case. Our waitress was not present. She never asked how our food was, we could never find her to ask for more water, she didnt seem to be able to answer simple questions about the menu. Overall not good service. Our food was lukewarm. The quality of the fish was there, but since it was lukewarm it was not desirable. We were very surprised and disappointed by this experience at Anthony's.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
Mothers Day
S
Stan
New England
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We went to the Hawthorne for Mother's Day. The view was spectacular. The food was excellent and the service was very good. It was a nice day and meal.
SG
SwampscottGator
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Has a wonderful meal with my daughter. The food was outstanding, service was great , and the view spectacular. Highly recommended for a special occasion.
AC
AileenC
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Baked Alaska was quite frozen. It everything was delicious
s
sharbrow
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was as good as it always hase been. Service was excellent
ED
EvelynD
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food absolutely wonderful as usual; n the cocktails are AWESOME/HUGE. Servers and all staff are great. Great place for a celebration.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, perfect location! Loved everything about it
AL
AndrewL
Richmond
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Good food, expensive, horrible old fashioned, worst ever
SM
SaraM
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really good classic seafood. Delicious popovers. Wonderful view
RN
RonnieN
New England
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Major fall and hope they put sign watch your step
b
bgourmand
New England
309 reviews
vip
4.0
309 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
An old stand-by, with good basic food and generous portions and pleasant atmosphere by the water.
J
Jerry
New England
33 reviews
vip
3.0
33 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
Wifes food was under cooked ,Prices were of little value
R
Richard
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was excellent as always.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding as always. Thanks again Anthony’s 💪🏼💪🏼
SD
SandwichDiner
New England
49 reviews
4.0
49 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
A pleasure to return to Anthony’s. The food and the service are consistently very good. We always look forward to it.
R
Richard
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always the service, ambience in view was outstanding as well as the food. Anthonys is an institution.
MI
MILIND
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very delightful experience from receiving till dinner we highly recommend
C
Chemboy
New England
78 reviews
vip
2.0
78 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience2
This restaurant has a beautiful setting, overlooking the sea with a view, on a clear day, of the Boston skyline/ On our visit, the food was mediocre and expensive. Service was OK but despite the restaurant being quite empty, we felt rushed to leave as we finished our meal. We shall not be returning.
AM
AjayM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Took my date there last night for Valentine's Day. Luckily, I was able to get reservations that day for 8pm. I'll be honest, going to new places as a black man there's always that thought in the back of your mind, "I wonder how we'll get treated here?". From the moment we arrived, everyone was very nice and welcoming. The host even asked if we didn't mind waiting a moment, he'd get us a table by the window...on Valentine's Day? Couldn't ask for better service there. The waiter was nice and attentive. When I asked him about the wine list, he admitted he was not well versed in the selection but would bring over a manager to assist. The manager, George, could not have been a nicer guy. My date described what type of wine she likes and George's recommendation was spot on! Wine was delicious and would definitely order again (it was the Chateau Montelena Riesling 2019). Not too sweet and not too dry. Nice, crisp, and refreshing which paired very well with our dinner. We started with the fried Calamari. Simply delicious! More calamari than breading which I like. I hate when you order fried seafood and you're eating more flour than fish. My date ordered the Lobster A la Hawthorne. It's a stuffed lobster with bread crumbs and baked potato on the side. The medium was more than enough. I ordered the Swordfish with Jasmin Rice. We also tried their amazing marinated mushrooms and hot out of the oven pop overs. The only thing that was disappointing about our dinner was the rice. Than again, I come from a culture that eats it everyday, so I have high expectations when it comes to good rice. Would try a different side next time. All in all, the service was impeccable. Everyone was so professional, but not robotic like some places. Made you feel like you were in one of those old school Italian restaurants and the Rat Pack are a few tables over. Waiter, host, manager, and door man were all great. I didn't go into the amazing view because at night, with the indoor lights, outside
T
Texyman
New England
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Valentines Day meal. It was a nice occasion, and they made it special which was appreciated.
MR
MiRodriguez
New England
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was superb. The sunset view amazing and the food was excellent. I will definitely be going back.
YR
YvensR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
It was a quiet night out for some seafood. Great place to eat.
E
Evans
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
World class service, ambiance and dining at the best location in Greater Boston. A must visit gem for the younger generations.
CT
ChristieToo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 3, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
You want to eat in great elegance, quiet, lovely service and really nice food on the North Shore of Boston? Do try Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe in Swampscott. A lovely surprise ... we felt Covid safe also....
K
Kelra
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
We come here at least once a month. The food and service are exceptional.
J
Jewels
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2022
overall4food4service2ambience4
The Friday night we went was quiet. The restaurant had a warm and elegant vibe. It had a gorgeous view of the ocean with large windows, but since it was 7pm in the winter, diners couldn't see much except for outside lights. I asked for a cocktail list, but there was none. (I appreciate seasonal cocktails and drink specialties.) The waiter was mediocre. My friend is medically gluten free which she explained to the waiter. When her salad came, it had croutons on it. She politely asked for a new salad and the waiter told her to just take the croutons off. Totally Unacceptable. He brought a new one (hopefully). The food was very good, but very pricey.
NE
NEILC
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience4
Took waiter 15 to 20 minutes after we were seated to come to table took another 15 minutes to get bill
b
bgourmand
New England
309 reviews
vip
4.0
309 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Reliable old-style restaurant, with lots of space so felt safe to eat there (in these trying times!). Large portions, and they still serve the hot popovers :)
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I have dined at this Anthony Swampscott) location prior to our marriage, 50 years ago in nine days. Speaking of our New Year’s Evening dining we initially spoke of the ambiance; Quiet, formal, scenic ocean views. Little addressed is the importance of the server. We have experienced inquiries pursuant of menu items to be very knowledgeable. Friendly, smiling, appropriate conversation a plus. Signature Pop Overs, always perfectly created. An excellent accompaniment we look forward to being served. The main event;entrees, variety of sea and meat offerings caters to both preferences. Prepared by chef’s of scholarship. Charles John Arrigo
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2021
overall4food3service3ambience4
The host wasnt very friendly. Our waitress was good! Food was good though definitely overpriced. Portions were small except for the baked stuffed lobster. The experience overall was special because I dined with my spouse.
SY
SusanYD
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love Love love
CD
ChristinaD
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic restaurant with amazing food and service. Appropriate for any occasion!!
g
girlsluit
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love every minute of our visit. Been going there for many many years.
c
charliemingus
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a marvelous place to dine, particularly for the older diner. There is a terrific view to enjoy and the attention to social distancing in seating is appreciated.
TH
TomH
New England
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful view! The meat and fish as always were spectacular!
J
Janice
New England
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy being at Anthony’s. The food and service are top shelf.

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 4.5 stars by 601 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 24, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(781) 595-5735

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 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
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

Website
http://pier4.com/Hawthorne/index.html
Phone number
(781) 595-5735
Private party contact
Functions Department: (781) 595-5735

Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Baked Stuffed Lobster Ã la Hawthorne

Marinated Mushrooms

Baked Stuffed Shrimp

Starters & Small Morsels

Anthony's own Applewood Smoked Salmon*

Homemade Lobster Ravioli

Fried Tempura Shrimp Skewers

Pan-fried Native Crab Cake

Baked Clams a la Anthony

Baked Oysters

Curry Fried Oysters

Fried Calamari

Belgian Style Mussels

Steamed Clams

Baba Ghanoush

Antipasto Platter

Salads

Glover Salad*

Large Glover Salad with your choice of:

Mixed Baby Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Spinach, Pancetta, and Toasted Pignoli Salad

Iceberg Wedge Salad

Rocket Salad

Soups & Chowders

Lobster Bisque*

New England Clam Chowder

Boston Fish Chowder

Raw Bar Selections

1/2 Dozen or one Dozen Oysters on the Half Shell

Oyster Sampler

Wellfleet Countneck Clams on the Half Shell

Chatham Littlneck Clams on the Half Shell

Shrimp Cocktail

Lobster Cocktail

New England Raw Bar Platter

Deluxe New England Raw Bar Platter

Fresh Native Crabmeat Cocktail

Entrees

Broiled Boston Scrod*

Pan-fried Native Crab Cakes

Baked Stuffed Shrimp

Oven Roasted Haddock

Sautéed Grey Sole

Broiled George Bank Sea Scallops

Fried Seafood Platter

Bouillabaisse A La Marseilles

Grilled Baby Lamb Chops "Scottadito"

Portabella Wellington

Lobsters, Anthony's Speciality

Baked Stuffed Lobster A La Hawthorne*

Steamed or Broiled Live Lobster

Anthony's Lobster Clam Bake

Creamy Irish Whiskey Lobster Sauté

Anthony's Featured Lobsters

Grilled On The Open Hearth

Fresh from our Fish Market

Swordfish

Yellowfin Tuna

Halibut

Wild King Salmon

Steaks

Black Angus 14 ounce New York Sirloin

Black Angus 8 ounce Club Sirloin

Filet Mignon

Steak Frites

Vegetables A la Carte

Marinated Mushrooms

French Fried Onion Rings

House-Made French Fries

Fingerling Potatoes

Roasted Seasonal Vegetables

Ratatouille

Anthony's Creamed Spinach

Fresh Broccoli Holandaise

Fresh Asparagus Hollandaise