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Finz Salem
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.7(2,585)Surrounded by windows overlooking the Salem Harbor, Finz offers guests lively waterfront scenery in a comfortable open concept interior. Of particular note is the 40 seat bar which flows from dining room to lounge, floor to ceiling nautical wall, hand painted lobster octopus mural, open style kitchen and built-in raw and sushi bars. In warmer months, the outdoor patio dining along the water is superb, with spots in the shade or the sun to enjoy a libation or light bites. With events centered around local arts, Finz is the place to experience Salem.The Babe
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(70)Welcome to your friend neighborhood bar and sandwich shop. Tucked away on Lafayette Park, just a block from the downtown and seaport neighborhoods of Salem, MA, The Babe is the perfect place to rendezvous after work for a cocktail, grab a bite with friends, or get together for a late night celebration. We take pride in our scratch kitchen with a menu inspired by Northeast sandwich culture and cuisine; touching on fan favorites from Philly to NY, and of course, Boston! Our menu includes specialties like house-ground cheese burgers, loaded Italian subs with freshly sliced salumi, crispy and cheesy mozzarella pockets, crispy wings, and more. The dining room and bar have a casual but intimate feel with high ceilings, updated vintage architectural features, and warm deco-lighting. The Babe also features live performances several nights a week as well as a cozy backyard patio in the warm weather season. Parties larger than 10 guests should contact the restaurant directly for booking
Hawthorne Hotel Dining
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(337)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!The Derby
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(253)*WE WILL NOT BE TAKING RESERVATION THROUGH NOVEMBER 3RD. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY DISAPPOINTMENT
Located within walking distance to Salem Old Town Hall & Witch History Museum right in the heart of downtown Salem, The Derby is scratch restaurant focused on unique, locally sourced, American fare with great and unique cocktails and a vast selection of Draft Beer! We have large televisions throughout the restaurant, windows from ceiling to floor, and a beautiful patio for those warm days! Whether you are out to watch the game, catch up with old friends, or just enjoy a nice night out on the town, The Derby is here to meet all of your needs. Feel free to ask our team for recommendations if you are visiting form out of town... Salem is not just about the witches.
*Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm
*We do apologize but we do not take reservations for outdoor seating. The patio is sat on a first come first serve basis. Thank you for understanding.
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- JJessicaGreater Boston •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe had a great meal, and really excellent dessert. Our server Katie was wonderful and attentive. We’ll be back!More infoHawthorne Hotel DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Salem•4.7
- EErinLos Angeles •11 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoFantastic upscale dining in Salem. Great food, service and mixology. Cool ambiance too - the restaurant used to be a bank and some of the elements have been integrated into the decor.More infoLedger Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Salem•4.8
- JJustinNew York City •4 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 18, 2025The pastas at Bella Verona are second to none around Salem, and the general atmosphere and outstanding staff make every night spent there a remarkable one!More infoBella VeronaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Salem•4.5
- MmaryGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 16, 2025Would highly recommend the restaurant, the food and service was excellentMore infoAntique Table - SalemPrice: Expensive• Italian• Salem•4.3
- LLisaVIPGreater Boston •20 reviews4.0Dined on Mar 3, 2025Service was excellent. The burgers were delicious as were the tots.More infoThe DerbyPrice: Moderate• American• Salem•4.5
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The historic city of Salem is a great place to find a bite to eat. A coastal city with a downtown that is cradled by the ocean, Salem's food scene starts with a multitude of fresh seafood options. Enjoy raw oysters, sushi, or lobster rolls while you look out over the water. Of course, you can always warm up with a big bowl of New England clam chowder. There are also plenty of quaint bistros and fun gastropubs to choose from. If you're looking for something a little more exotic, head to an American fusion restaurant or an authentic international restaurant.
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