25 Essential Salem Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Salem.
Ugly Mug Diner
Massachusetts
Hopping daytime cafe dispensing inventive American diner fare & specialty drinks in buzzy surrounds.
Olde Main Street Pub
Massachusetts
Creative, contemporary American plates, beer & cocktails offered in a cozy, laid-back atmosphere.
Red's Sandwich Shop
Massachusetts
Local haunt known for sandwiches & hearty American breakfasts served in a casual, country setting.
Paprika Grill
Salem, Massachusetts
An array of wraps & platters featuring Middle Eastern & Mediterranean ingredients in a casual space.
Dotty and Ray’s
Salem, Massachusetts
Longstanding diner for daytime standards like French toast, pancakes & waffles, plus grilled cheese.
Ray Adea's Mediterranean & Jamaican Cuisine
Salem, Massachusetts
A menu featuring Mediterranean small & shared plates in a no-frills setting with an open kitchen.
Flying Saucer Pizza Company
Salem, Massachusetts
Pizzas topped with local ingredients pair with craft beers in funky digs sporting space decor.
Essex's N.Y. Pizza & Deli
Salem, Massachusetts
New York-style pizza, calzones & other casual eats round out the menu at this laid-back destination.
Bella Verona
Salem, Massachusetts
Intimate trattoria serving Italian cuisine, wine & beer plus homemade cannoli for dessert.
Village Tavern | Bar & grill
Salem, Massachusetts
Upbeat American tavern with a patio, game room & big beer list serving classic American pub grub.
Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits
Salem, Massachusetts
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Minzu Sushi
Salem, Massachusetts
Family-run Japanese outfit serving sushi, sashimi & maki, plus lunch specials, in a no-frills space.
Finz Salem
Salem, Massachusetts
Upscale-casual seafood, steak & cocktail destination situated on the harbor with deck & ocean views.
Not Ya Mama's Vegan Cafe
Salem, Massachusetts
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The Tavern
Salem, Massachusetts
Classic, wood-paneled eatery in a circa-1925 hotel, offering comfort food, fireside dining & a bar.
Blue Bird Mobile Dessert Bar
Salem, Massachusetts
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Ledger Restaurant
Salem, Massachusetts
Upscale restaurant & bar serving New England cuisine in a 19th-century bank building.
Settler
Salem, Massachusetts
A diverse menu of elevated, housemade New American dishes is served in this rustic-chic venue.
Barnacle Restaurant Inc
Salem, Massachusetts
Popular, 1960s-era restaurant serving up seafood in a casual space with harbor & lighthouse vistas.
Bambolina
Salem, Massachusetts
Rustic-cool spot serving wood-fired pies, small plates, wine & craft beer to hip crowds.
Christina's Pizza
Salem, Massachusetts
Tiny counter-serve eatery offering a varied menu that includes Italian food, sandwiches & burgers.
Dube's Seafood
Salem, Massachusetts
Since 1961 this local destination has served a menu of seafood standards in casual surroundings.
The Landing Restaurant
Salem, Massachusetts
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Elia Taverna Marblehead
Salem, Massachusetts
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Engine House Pizza
Salem, Massachusetts
Enduring counter-serve joint turning out pizzas, subs & red-sauce eats since 1979, plus beer & wine.