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Seal Level Oyster Bar Salem - Sea Level Oyster Bar- Salem, Salem, MA

Sea Level Oyster Bar- Salem

4.5
4.5
731 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
2 floors boasting spectacular views of the Salem Harbor, offering waterfront dining on our seasonal
patio. Featuring fresh seafood, raw bar, pizzas and sandwiches, 20 craft beers and cocktails.


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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Oyster Bar, American

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (978) 741-0555

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    William Craig

  • Catering

    Private Dining: Private dining is available seasonally, please call the restaurant for more information

  • Neighborhood

    Salem, Massachusetts

  • Cross street

    New Derby and Congress

  • Parking details

    Off street and Garage Parking available

  • Public transit

    MBTA bus and Computer Rail

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 731 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. ChandraE

    New England

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best seafood experience at a great value!!!
  2. TriciaW

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Came here hoping for brunch but was sad to find out it was stopped. However, we love the food here so enjoyed the fried clam strips, oysters and mussels! The view on the top deck was beautiful! Service as always amazing!
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat at the upstairs bar. Great service with a fabulous view.
  4. pastalover

    New England

    95 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    95 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Drove 1-hr to celebrate the day for my husband's and sister's birthdays. Decided on Sea Level for lunch. We were the first ones there and sat outside. Location is the big draw. We've eaten there many times as well as the location in Newburyport and food has always been great until now. Were so disappointed that they no longer sell cod but now pollock which is a cheap fish and we don't eat it. Was able to swap haddock for pollock in sandwiches. My sister got the crab cake sandwich. Food came out just barely warm. My roll was so hard I asked for one that wasn't grilled. After waiting for some time I received another roll but it was not fresh either. A sandwich is only as good as its bread! Mostly we just picked the fish out of the roll. Also tomatoes were horrible - pink and had large white/green hard piece in middle. At least remove that part before serving. Martinis were okay. Waitress was okay. Seemed like a group of young adults with no clear manager at this location. Just a very disappointing experience and won't be back to this location. Will try Finz again.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Underwhelming other than view. Ordered a mock cocktail tasty but served in regular water glass. Ordered popcorn app, so salty not able to eat, (charge removed from bill) Tried to order a burger medium rare was told they don’t temp burgers so she couldn’t guarantee how it would be cooked. So I then order a salad with steak tips which is listed as an addition to salad on the menu but told they really don’t have steak tips it’s a misprint! Partner had fried fish sandwich although piece of fish was small he said had nice flavor. Think we’ll stick to the NBP destination.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Had dinner and drinks with a friend. We sat outside - it was chilly (no heat lamps) but the view was fabulous. Will go back for sure!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I feel the appetizers are a little pricy but the food is overall very yummy. The service was very nice and welcoming.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal! Favorite place to grab lunch or dinner while in Salem.
  9. Audra

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, scenery, food and service. We'll definitely be back!
  10. DeeW

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Huge portions, reasonable prices, great service, mouthwatering meals, and luscious libations! 10 out of 10!
  11. Maz2013

    New England

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    My fish was just about 30 seconds overcooked. Not a big deal to complain about, and still delicious. Our server was fantastic. We had a beautiful view. The cocktails were original. All the food was delicious; it's just that in some cases I could have made it better, and my rule is if I can make it better (for example the crabcakes), it gets a 4 and not a 5. I wish I could remember our server's name because they were great.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Fantastic staff, food not so special. We did enjoy the chowder fries a lot, but the fisherman platter was disappointing. All the breading was super dry, it was just not what we expected at all from this type of a restaurant.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service, & location! We look forward to returning!
  14. LauraM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    My first impression was that I was annoyed having to climb upstairs to check in with the hostess. It was VERY loud! Our server Kristine was tremendous. Took our drink order quickly and even conveyed special food preparation instructions as requested. I Understand that the prices reflect the great use seaside location but $29.00 for roasted/baked haddock was a little much.
  15. NeelaJ

    Chicago

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Maybe it was the time of year we went- Maybe it was just what ordered- but this place just didn’t do it for me.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Very disappointed in the change in the popcorn shrimp and o rings. Sea level you’re our favorite. We are regulars and are just upset about the changes. Shayna is amazing as always!
  17. Nancy

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought two guests from France to Salem for the day and wanted them to experience the seafood of our region at lunchtime. Our server Alexa was fantastic - extremely knowledgeable, attentive to us throughout our lunch, and excellent in her recommendations for our food selection since it was our first time there. The food was outstanding and the portions hearty - we had two seafood appetizers and three different seafood entrees as well as dessert. The view of Salem Harbor was also quite special. My French guests were delighted with the food and in fact, will return with a different impression of what food is like in the US than what they originally thought. I would definitely recommend Sea Level to others and would also return.
  18. Denise

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Arrived before 6pm and got the $1.50 oyster deal. I had the tuna a La plancha with Caribbean spice which was exactly what I had been craving. Good beer and cocktail selection as well!
  19. Bailey

    New England

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great views of the water from the second floor bar!
  20. DCR4food

    New England

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great day at the Sea Level. Outside and waterfront view. You cant beat it.
  21. LisaL

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Greatest Bloody Mary ever! Topped with bacon, lobster, steak and an olive…
  22. JenniferB

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for Easter dinner, and we’re not disappointed. Best fried clams any of us have ever had!
  23. AmyD

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious fresh oysters! Nice ambience and friendly attentive staff.
  24. SezaM

    New England

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pleasantly surprised! Excellent food great location by the water
  25. Cuzzy

    New England

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Great seating, oysters were outstanding, poke bowl fresh & delicious, clam chowder excellent, popcorn shrimp tasty, fresh decaf coffee, killer ice cream brownie dessert. Perfect lunch
  26. LeahM

    Western NC

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    lots of different options. friendly server good seafood
  27. OhmOhm

    New England

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great clam chowder -- thick, plenty of big pieces of clams, not too many potatoes, a bit of corn kernels which is a nice touch. Really good overall. Everything we ordered was fresh, generous portions without over doing it, cooked to perfection. A solid, honest meal.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yoli was our server and she was absolutely amazing! All of our dishes were delicious. We will be back next time we are in Salem.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great server Cheyenne and awesome manager Calamari was great !
  30. gislandgirl

    New England

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I had a great time at Sea Level! I was on a spring break getaway from Boston. The $1.50 oysters were amazing. I ordered a split of rose but I got a split of brut rose (for a lesser price, so I didn’t send it back). The chowder fries were delicious but too much with the oysters. Next time I’ll just get regular fires. My server was SO sweet and attentive. The spot on the wharf is lovely, even in the snow. I will definitely be back.
  31. JeffP

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    As always, there service and meals were terrific. Our appetizer (calamari) could have been crispier and a tad more seasoned but was still good. Great time as always
  32. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Birthday with family
  33. JeffreyT

    New England

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Ok this is a seafood restaurant. I gave this establishment two tries. I really do not like giving a bad recommendation especially given the economic situation right now. However, I spent 150.00 ( including tip) for two people. The distasteful food had nothing to do with the waiter. He got a 20% tip. Fried calamari not once but twice so chewy and rubbery it made me gag. Tuna sushi horrible. Fisherman’s platter nothing tasted fresh. Do not waste your time or energy here unless you only want the view some drinks and possibly a nacho appetizer.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fresh and tasted great! Service was outstanding!
  35. Phil

    New England

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another fantastic experience at SeaLevel! Awesome oysters, we’ll prepared tuna tar tar, and perfectly cooked scallops. Hidden gem in Salem that beats most higher end resultants downtown.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service.
  37. CarolW

    New England

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Our hostess was extremely gracious in seating. Our server took specific drink/food orders and the victuals were exactly right and very well prepared.
  38. CJ04005

    New England

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2022

    overall2food3service1ambience3
    I let the hostess and server know that it was my girlfriend’s birthday, and nothing was done. No one even asked if we wanted dessert before we were given the check and when our dessert came, there was no acknowledgement of the birthday, which upset us both. And our original server completely disappeared after we placed our order and we needed to be helped by the bartender. No one else paid any attention to us, and it wasn’t busy.
  39. Andrea

    New England

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was awesome! Food was creative and delicious.
  40. ElenP

    New England

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very nice place with delicious food and friendly staff

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sea Level Oyster Bar- Salem offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 741-0555.

Sea Level Oyster Bar- Salem is rated 4.5 stars by 731 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 18 times today
Google Map for Sea Level Oyster Bar- Salem

94 Wharf Street, Salem, MA 01970

Additional information

  • Cross street

    New Derby and Congress

  • Neighborhood

    Salem, Massachusetts

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Oyster Bar, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Off street and Garage Parking available

  • Public transit

    MBTA bus and Computer Rail

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    William Craig

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (978) 741-0555

  • Catering

    Private Dining: Private dining is available seasonally, please call the restaurant for more information

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