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Ellis Square Social, Beverly, MA

Ellis Square Social

4.7
4.7
520 Reviews
$30 and under
International
Ellis Square Social is a neighborhood restaurant and craft cocktail bar located in historic Ellis Square, in the heart of downtown Beverly. Our Depression era building features a bustling dining room, with an authentic tin ceiling, reclaimed wood floor, period lighting, and tufted banquette, providing a warm and comfortable space for an evening out. Casual diners have the choice to seat at our beautiful cast pewter bar for a classic cocktail or craft beer as well as high tops around the bar and counter seating on the window overlooking Cabot Street. At Ellis Square Social, we believe in serving an outstanding home-made product in a sustainable and responsible way, while helping the local economy by buying from local producers.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    International, Cocktail Bar, Global, International

  • Hours of operation

    Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (978) 998-4450

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Erik Powers

  • Neighborhood

    Beverly

  • Cross street

    Essex Street

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 520 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Erin

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great find. A true cocktail bar with fantastic food. The bartenders (Brandon and Blake) were knowledgeable, made great recommendations and definitely know how to make a proper drink. The food was top notch. The atmosphere has a Manhattan vibe. We reserved the bar and the whole experience did not disappoint!
  2. LaurieC

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is Fabulous! Brandon’s drinks, the Best! The Service, Sensational! Laurie C.
  3. JayBoston

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve lost count of how many times we’ve dined at Ellis Square, and each time has been outstanding. The seasonal menu is always inspiring, and everything is delivered consistently. The professionalism of the bar staff equals that of the kitchen. The craft cocktails are the best this side of Boston. When you dine there, be prepared to return.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall2food5service4ambience1
    Excellent food. Horrible ambiance/acoustics. Way too loud. Conversation was virtually impossible. My dinner partner and I were practically yelling at each other in order to be heard.
  5. msgoldie326

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    made a last minute reservation and could not have been happier with our choice! Menu was unique and finely crafted. Our food and drinks very good. Loved the ambiance too. Our waiter, Matt, was 10/10. Prices were very fair and good value compared to other similar spots. Check this place out :)
  6. Jennya

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Loved the cocktails, especially the spicy tequila with cilantro option. Cesar salad excellent. Pork belly was too salty for me. Love how you can reserve seats at the bar. Creative dishes and menu seems to change fairly often.
  7. EmilyDog

    New England

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service are always excellent! Love the atmosphere!! Have never had a bad experience at Ellis Square Social. Highly recommend.
  8. LloydT

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my 1st visit post pandemic (my first visit in 2018 was also excellent). ESS has abBeautiful decor and friendly staff. Our server Adrienne was outstanding. I had the seared scallops served over rice with Rommels and roasted zucchini. It with beautifully presented and was delicious. I hope they will consider opening at lunchtime as long as they can maintain the service and quality. Unreserved … 5 stars.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meal was delicious! Oysters to start - perfect! Next was the bone marrow- sooo good. The duck was a perfect medium rare; the new potatoes were sooo creamy; and, the cauliflower was just right! The chef’s special was a NY sirloin served with shaved Parmesan, which made the dish. New potatoes and grilled asparagus was a perfect accompaniment. For dessert, churros and sticky toffee pudding - both were good. The service was great! We’ll be back!
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Excellent drinks but bland, highly mediocre food.
  11. GaryG

    New England

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were running late and the restaurant was very accommodating. The service was attentive and good and the food was delicious. Nice menu, good variety of drinks and various choices for dinner. Steak frites were yummy .
  12. MichaelG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a quick dinner before a show at the Cabot Theater. Service was excellent, great drink menu, excellent food, got us in and out in an hour. Highly recommended.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is amazing. I always have a good time here.
  14. ProfKeefe

    New England

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    This is a great concept with an interesting menu. We were seated right at 5 and despite that service was really slow. We didn't leave until 7, partly because the server forgot one of the desserts which added nearly 20 minutes after our party had finished. Very few gluten free options which is surprising these days. Very few kid/teen items. They messed a few things up but no acknowledgement. Server was a bit terse at times. Overall an ok experience but likely won't return.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    Food took over hour after ordering to arrive at table.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very good food; we sat at the bar for dinner and our bartender was great; apparently a brand new cocktail menu had come out that day but he was still able to walk us through it and help us decide what to order. Drinks were unique, creative, and very good; the bartender was attentive despite the fact that he was clearly busy. Would def return.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We made plans to eat there as part of our date night to see the Eagle Mania show at the Cabot
  18. BananaBrooke

    New England

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Will be one of my go to places before shows at The Cabot. I come from out of town. Sat at the bar, Blake - bartender- was exceptional. Craft Cocktails - Yummy. Food exceptional - unique mix of ingredients so nice to have something new. Great vibe.
  19. MzIzabel

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    The "multigrain" salad was only farro, the beets were over done, the dressing bland/too creamy for grains, the steak had an intense smell; the burger was underdone...a very underwhelming meal
  20. LauraZ

    New England

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our go-to local spots. Great cocktail & dinner menus and service. Some of the best food around. We've been here many times and will be back again soon.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and atmosphere. Would recommend and will be back!
  22. DanN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service, delicious food with a reasonable price. And if you’re into a great cocktail, this place is for you.
  23. elizabethy

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The cocktails keep us coming back! Life in France is my fave, but our bartender also customized a cocktail for me that was delicious! The cobb salad is outstanding. They were out of oysters, but my husband ordered the mac and cheese and it was perfect.
  24. BeelS

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Really good food. Oysters and flatbread delicious, as was the salmon main course. Very good service. Like the ambience there!
  25. SallyC

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Delicious food however a packed house due to concert crowd. Noise level high but overall a nice experience!
  26. RobertW

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great atmosphere. Definitely making it a go to favorite.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cobb salad was delicious. Steak cooked perfectly and ultra tender. Great bartender.
  28. DebH

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat at the bar where the bartender was attentive and made excellent recommendations. The drinks were well balanced and the food was delicious. We opted for several appetizers - oysters, steak tartare, mussels and a salad, and were happy with each choice. We would go back in a heartbeat.
  29. EmilyDog

    New England

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food is always excellent and the service even better (Matt). Enjoy our nights out at Ellis Square Social!
  30. Nina

    New England

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My fiancé and I have been here for drinks before but this was our first time having dinner at Ellis Square Social. We absolutely loved it! Amazing dinner menu for great prices. The cocktails are so fun and unique, and the wine and bourbon list is wonderful. It's our new favorite dinner date spot.
  31. YYYY

    New England

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Food was undercooked and not a lot of flavor. We had been there before, but this was not nearly as fun , nor food enjoyable. Luckily date was amazing.
  32. Jacquelyn

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love bar reservations ~ great service, food and drinks
  33. willy

    New England

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Attentive wait staff. Delicious, creative food. Imaginative and fun cocktails. Comfortable seating.
  34. MichaelL

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A really neat place to catch dinner and some great cocktails before a show. Service was prompt and attentive, the oysters fresh and the meals were tasty and well-prepared.
  35. PeterS

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unexpected gem, near The Cabot Theatre. Diverse menu, fresh ingredients. Duck breast dish with polenta, mushrooms, sprouts was amazing. Mac & cheese was rich and flavorful.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Locals of Beverly here - we’ve been to Ellis a bunch. Always a great experience. Fantastic food, high quality - arancini is awesome. Fresh oysters, steak tartare, chicken breast, and flat iron are all delicious. Even their simple salad is seasoned perfectly. They also have great cocktails with fresh ingredients. It’s our favorite date night spot. Quality customer service is always appreciated as well!
  37. FoodLoverThreeSoxEight

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was wonderful all around. The menu was incredibly diverse and everything we ordered was delicious. The chef prepared everything to perfection.
  38. eater

    New England

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Duck was amazing. Cocktails were original. Fettuccine was awesome.
  39. PeggyC

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The oysters were fantastic, but the meatloaf special was very salty. They took it back no questions asked. The service was great, and the bartenders make a delicious cocktail. Would highly recommend and definitely return!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a fabulous experience at Ellis Square Social. Food was excellent, service except shut off. Just a fabulous night.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Ellis Square Social using the Order Online button. Ellis Square Social also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ellis Square Social also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 998-4450.

Ellis Square Social is rated 4.7 stars by 520 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Ellis Square Social

252 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Essex Street

  • Neighborhood

    Beverly

  • Hours of operation

    Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    International, Cocktail Bar, Global, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Erik Powers

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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