Best Cozy Restaurants in Salem, Massachusetts

17 restaurants available nearby

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1. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

4.4

$$$$

• American • Salem, Massachusetts

Booked 9 times today

Nathaniel’s Restaurant at the Hawthorne Hotel offers a perfect start and end to any day. The morning hours are bright with the wall of windows, the plates are creative and include all the Breakfast favorites; Pancakes, Waffles, our Hearty Hawthorne Breakfast, and our Famous house-made Hawthorne Corned Beef Hash!Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, Nathaniel’s transforms into a lounge-like atmosphere, with candles, live piano and acoustic entertainment or ambient music playing from our brass gramophone. Sit beside the baby grand piano, beneath the famed author’s portrait, or in front of the historical culinary tribute cabinet and you will find there is a reason our guests have loved Nathaniel’s Restaurant for decades.Our Tavern restaurant offers a comfortable pub style atmosphere, with our toasty fireplace and warm ambience, you can't help but sink into our comfy arm chairs, while sipping a hot toddy! Join us to experience our Executive Chef, Vanessa Still's, fantastic menu!

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2. Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody

4.6

Exceptional(2100)

$$$$

• Italian • Peabody

Booked 38 times today

Daniella’s Ristorante is best described as a true Italian dining experience... Classic Italian dishes, an elegant European-inspired wine list, and creative cocktails in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere with the hint of big city charm you have come to love from our restaurants.

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3. Pellana Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(3376)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Peabody

Booked 38 times today

We serve the finest Prime Grade Steaks and Chops as well as the freshest seafood that arrives daily and is simply prepared to express its true flavor. Our award winning wine list is a shining example of our caliber of restaurant. It boasts over 400 bottles of the finest varietals from The United States, Italy, France, Germany, South America & beyond. Come join us for an intimate dinner, a gathering of friends & family or a nightcap at the bar. We’ll show you why so many call us the North Shore’s best "Boston Experience."

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4. Daniella's Cafe & Market - Danvers

4.8

Exceptional(1289)

$$$$

• Italian • Danvers

Booked 35 times today

HOMEMADE ITALIAN DISHES, SANDWICHES, SALADS AND DESSERTSOur made to order take-out menu has been updated and reflects all of your Daniella's Cafe favorites including TRUFFLE FRIES!! Also, our "Family Dinners" are now able to be ordered any time of day! Did someone say Tenderloin and Risotto for lunch?? Yum! We still have our cases stocked with Prepared Foods and Pastries available for purchase in our Market. Don't forget to snag that bottle of White or Red to complete your Italian experience. Remember our motto EAT PASTA...DRINK WINE...BE ITALIAN!

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5. Toscana Bar Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(1067)

$$$$

• Italian • Beverly

Booked 16 times today

When the techniques of old world Italian cuisine meets the style and sophistication of modern dining. An intimate dining experience with a menu that ranges from shareable appetizers and small plates to Chef's authentic Italian specials. Well known for stylish cocktails including our famous Espresso Martini, and sophisticated wine program. Igloo dining is now available during the winter months!

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6. Rossetti Restaurant of Lynn

4.9

Exceptional(2274)

$$$$

• Italian • Lynn

Booked 20 times today

Rossetti Restaurant aims to serve well executed, traditional Italian cuisine, alongside the art of mixology and inspired craft cocktails. Our kitchen offers a variety of classic and new age dishes with nothing but the best ingredients. Our bar and resident mixologists offer fantastic service and cocktails, highlighted by details: hand-cut ice, house made bitters, barrel aged concoctions, and daily fresh squeezed juices. We aim to please all of our guests, and make sure we create a casually elegant, but most importantly, comfortable atmosphere. We hope to see you there!

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7. Landing Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(220)

$$$$

• American • Marblehead

Booked 32 times today

The Landing was first established in 1972 and has withstood the test of time and the elements. Located on Marblehead Harbor our "On the Water Harbor Views" can't be beat. Our award winning Chef Alex Pineda brings culinary excellence to each dish and our service is comforting and professional. You may have seen Alex on the Food Network during his episode on Chopped which he won or on other shows featuring his food. Our Deck and Patio offer great views and atmosphere with Fresh Seafood right form the dock. Along with Steaks, Duck and plenty of Vegetarian and Gluten Free offerings you'll be sure to find what your looking for on our menu. We are on the water in the Historic District and close by Fort Sewall and Crocker Park as well as the Jerimiah Lee Mansion. Great wine and drink lists will accompany the ever changing menus created by Chef Alex.

8. The Berry Tavern

4.5

Awesome(527)

$$$$

• Italian • Danvers

Booked 13 times today

Most people think they have to go to the North End for an authentic Italian meal, well now you can get a taste of the North End right on the North Shore, at The Berry Tavern Brick Oven Restaurant downtown Danvers! The Berry Tavern cooks up Italian specialties like pappardelle bolognese, gnocchi pesto, brick oven pizza, homemade sauces and pasta; soups, salads, burgers and more. Go in for lunch, dinner or cocktails. Our goal is to provide an atmosphere of hospitality, fine food and good cheer.

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9. Elia Taverna Marblehead

4.6

Exceptional(14)

$$$$

• Greek • Marblehead

Booked 3 times today

Family owned local Greek cuisine. Serving delicious food with homemade recipes, in a small cozy atmosphere. Hard to find amazing Greek wines that will surprise you. Shrimp Santorini, Mediterranean Grill, grilled octopus, are just some of the amazing dishes we server. Voted 2nd must try restaurant in the Marblehead, Salem, Swampscott area. "Neighborhood Gem"

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10. Paradiso Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(438)

$$$$

• Italian • Swampscott

Booked 5 times today

Paradiso Ristorante is a family-friendly restaurant located across from the Swampscott train station. Small kitchen with big flavors. Executive Chef Benedetto Carenza from Avellino, Italy prepares Italian cuisine that will make you want to lick your plate. All menu items are cooked to order. Quality is our number one priority. Enjoy the ambiance of our “soon” newly renovated lounge and dining room. The casual atmosphere of our lounge offers 6 flat screen TVs, along with our dining room, outdoor heated patio and outdoor tent.

Best Cozy Restaurants in Salem, Massachusetts

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

2. Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody

3. Pellana Steakhouse

4. Daniella's Cafe & Market - Danvers

5. Toscana Bar Italiano

6. Rossetti Restaurant of Lynn

7. Landing Restaurant

8. The Berry Tavern

9. Elia Taverna Marblehead

10. Paradiso Ristorante

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