Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Boston Metro North

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe

4.9

4.9 (760)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Swampscott

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Charlene

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Anthony’s iconic location has been a family favorite for decades. The Athanas family’s sons are still doing a wonderful job. It was a quiet late afternoon birthday celebration for my mother and it was lovely. The baked stuffed lobster was delicious and the body was full of meat. The popovers were steamy and delicious. Even the appetizers (calamari and fried clams) were great!

Landing Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (449)

$30 and under

American

Marblehead

About the restaurant

Established in 1972, The Landing has stood the test of time—and the elements—as a beloved coastal dining destination for Mother's Day Brunch or Mother's Day Dinner. Nestled right on Marblehead Harbor in the heart of the Historic District, our unbeatable "On the Water Harbor Views" are just the beginning.

Enjoy fresh seafood straight from the dock, alongside hand-cut steaks, tender duck, and a wide range of vegetarian and gluten-free options. Our signature chowder is a local favorite, and our extensive wine and cocktail lists pair perfectly with any meal.

Whether you're relaxing on the outdoor Deck or Patio with harbor views, savoring dinner in one of our cozy private dining rooms, or enjoying a night of live music, The Landing offers something for everyone. Located just steps from Fort Sewall, Crocker Park, and the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, it’s the perfect spot to experience the best of Marblehead.

Top review

EricVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We love coming to the Landing every summer. The location is ideal and the reputation is well earned. The clam chowder is always superb, and our salmon and pasta dishes were equally succulent and well prepared. Our server - Wendy - was excellent; and was well informed, timely and had a great sense of humor. We will be back soon!

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1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

4.7

4.7 (1847)

$31 to $50

American

Gloucester

About the restaurant

Voted Best of North Shore Magazine Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best Waterview Dining" and Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best AlFresco Dining".

Delicious cuisine with ocean views. Located on the second-floor, our restaurant and bar offers an oceanfront dining deck showcasing New England coastal dining at its best. Celebrate delicious Modern American cuisine with fresh local ingredients by our Chef and his culinary team. The tasteful décor, seaside vistas and comfortable atmosphere provide a dining experience unlike any other in the area. Relax and unwind in cozy elegance at the oceanfront bar, by the fireplace or out by the firepit on the deck, or dine on our fresh catch at our new oyster bar. With a plenty of seats to encourage community gatherings, enjoy a light-hearted take on the region’s culinary delights.

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Julie

Dined 7 days ago

Great dinner and service at a fabulous table on the deck with extraordinary views.

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4.7

4.7 (410)

$30 and under

American

Andover

About the restaurant

American Tavern with a twist! Come enjoy a local craft beer on draft, one of our specialty cocktails or a martini. With 30-foot high ceilings, a wall of over-sized windows and rustic decor you will love the atmosphere. Our extended patio with umbrellas and night-time lights provide an ambiance for everyone to enjoy!

OUTDOOR RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED.

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Beverly

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

Service and food were spot on. Will definitely be back.

BuenoMalo

4.7

4.7 (148)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Andover

About the restaurant

BuenoMalo is a Southern California style Mexican restaurant located in the heart of Downtown Andover. You'll find bold west coast flavors in a casual and lively environment. Sit back and relax with an ice-cold margarita in one hand, and Abuelas guacamole recipe and hand cut tortilla chips in the other. Come see why we've been voted "Best of North Shore Tacos" by Northshore Magazine since we opened in 2017!

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LeslieVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

We celebrated a friends birthday and everyone from waitstaff to the owner made it a joyous occasion.

Tuscan Sea Grill & Bar

4.6

4.6 (1071)

$30 and under

Seafood

Newburyport

About the restaurant

The latest restaurant concept from Tuscan Brands, offers a coastal Italian inspired menu with locally sourced seafood & raw bar, our famous scratch made pasta, Neapolitan style pizzas, desserts, gelato & much more. The restaurant's beautiful waterfront location overlooks the Merrimack River with sweeping harbor views and boasts ample outdoor seating for warm weather al fresco dining and is enclosed for New England's colder months. Immerse yourself in our coastal décor and enjoy our all season 116 -seat outdoor deck while enjoying coastal Italian cuisine. For guests who enjoy bar seating - cozy up to our large bar while overlooking the deck & harbor views while enjoying one of our creative cocktails or a local craft beer.

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kristen

Dined 5 days ago

Food and service were great! Deck is beautiful. Will be back.

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Popular dish

New England Clam Chowder

4.5

4.5 (2616)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Salem

About the restaurant

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.

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Jennessa

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Perfect lobster with a nice view. Great service and friendly staff!

Not Your Average Joe's Peabody

4.5

4.5 (613)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Peabody

About the restaurant

From our famous focaccia and dipping oil, to our legendary pizza, salads, and sandwiches, we offer something for everyone at Not Your Average Joe's. Come in for fan favorites like our Mustard Crusted Chicken or Steak Tips, stay for the extended list of wines, craft beer, and crafted cocktails. We serve an extensive gluten free menu, happy hour, weekend brunch, and have full-service lunch and dinner 7 days a week in the dining room or bar area.

Not Your Average Joe's Peabody is a family-style restaurant that offers a bar area, main dining room, and wide array of seating options from high tops to booths to community tables. Our restaurant sits in the beautiful Northshore Mall near Sears, Legal Sea Foods, and the Sears Auto Center. Located just off Yankee Division Highway, it has easy access to Lahey Medical Center Peabody, the Salem Country Club, Bishop Fenwick High School, Endicott Square Shopping Center and more.

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Ben

Dined 6 days ago

very tasty food, good portion size, cold beer, and excellent service.

Mile Marker One Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (1903)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Gloucester

About the restaurant

Mile Marker One waterfront restaurant offers four season indoor dining and igloo dining on the marina with stunning views of fishing boats, some you'll recognize from television. We offer the freshest seafood, locally sourced direct from fishermen. The grass fed beef is amazing and you're never going to leave our restaurant hungry. We have fresh local clams, fresh local lobster, hake, halibut, and a stunning lobster grilled cheese sandwich with sage butter. We're about friends, family, fun and we even have music some Wednesdays. Local bartenders are always coming up with new drinks like our signature "Purple Rain." We host the Blue Fin Blowout each year in July.

Top review

Joanne

Dined 2 days ago

A favorite place of ours over the years! Wonderful table on the deck overlooking the boats! Food and cocktails were exceptional ! Especially the fried clams special ! The service was great! Will be back soon!

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4.3

4.3 (18)

$30 and under

Italian

Haverhill

About the restaurant

BOSA is a unique concept founded by renowned restaurateur and pizza expert Sal Lupoli.

Named after the picturesque fishing village of BOSA, situated along the Temo River in Sardinia, Italy, our vibrant establishment is located on the shores of the Merrimack River in Downtown Haverhill. Situated in The Heights, a diverse building just a stone's throw away from Restaurant Row, BOSA injects an unmatched liveliness and ambiance into the Haverhill dining scene.

Our menu showcases coastal Italian cuisine, emphasizing fresh ingredients and traditional Italian dishes. This includes a carefully curated selection of artisanal wines and cocktails, as well as a range of craft beers. Additionally, we proudly present Sal's renowned pizza creations, featuring enhanced flavor profiles and cooked in our Marra Forni pizza oven.

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HilaryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We thoroughly enjoyed the Bosa Brunch! Great food, service and atmosphere. We will return in the future.

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