Best Fun Restaurants in Swampscott

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1. Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Swampscott

Booked 7 times today

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.

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2. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2640)

Price: Expensive

• American • Salem

Booked 26 times today

This historically unique location houses the new restaurant from Matt O'Neil chef/owner of The Blue Ox in Lynn. O'Neil collaborates with Executive Chef, Daniel Gursha, formerly of Bambara, Cambridge and A Voce and Bouley in New York City, offering a progressive New England concept, where traditional 19th-century dishes, cocktails, and techniques will be elevated with 21st-century resources.

3. Finz Salem

4.5

Awesome(2572)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Salem

Booked 12 times today

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.

4. The Babe

4.6

Exceptional(63)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 7 times today

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

5. Toscana Forno

4.7

Exceptional(352)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Peabody

Booked 25 times today

At Toscana Forno, we want you to feel like you’re at home. That’s why we’re so excited about our new restaurant in South Peabody.When you step through the doors of Toscana Forno, you’ll be transported from your everyday life into a place where no one is rushing around, there’s no stress and everyone is having fun. You can relax with friends, enjoy the company of family or even just take some time out for yourself and sit back with a glass of wine while you wait for your meal—or two.What makes us different? Well, we’ve got an amazing, knowledgeable staff and exciting menu full of delicious comfort food that’s sure to satisfy even the pickiest eater in your group (and if it doesn’t, you can always order something else!). We also serve up some seriously delicious drinks that pair perfectly with our food!We’re open seven days a week and have plenty of space for large groups or smaller gatherings too—whatever kind of night you’re looking for, we’ve got it covered!

6. The Derby

4.8

Exceptional(244)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 4 times today

*WE WILL NOT BE TAKING RESERVATION THROUGH NOVEMBER 3RD. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY DISAPPOINTMENTLocated 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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7. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

4.5

Awesome(306)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 3 times today

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!

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8. Rossetti Restaurant of Lynn

4.9

Exceptional(2564)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lynn

Booked 11 times today

Rossetti Restaurant of Lynn is a fun place to be, according to reviews. Customers love the mixology and inspired cocktails, the traditional Italian cuisine and the friendly, attentive staff. It's described as having a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for dining. The reviews are filled with praises for the excellent food and service, making it a perfect place for a casually elegant and comfortable dining experience.

9. Pots

4.7

Exceptional(104)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Peabody

Booked 6 times today

Pots is on OpenTable. Make a reservation today! We look forward to seeing you

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10. Landing Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(411)

Price: Moderate

• American • Marblehead

Booked 13 times today

The Landing was first established in 1972 and has withstood the test of time and the elements. Located on Marblehead Harbor our "On the Water Harbor Views" can't be beat. Chef Noe Ortega brings culinary excellence to each dish and our service is comforting and professional. Our Deck and Patio offer great views and atmosphere with Fresh Seafood right form the dock. Along with Steaks, Duck and plenty of Vegetarian and Gluten Free offerings you'll be sure to find what your looking for on our menu. We are on the water in the Historic District and close by Fort Sewall and Crocker Park as well as the Jerimiah Lee Mansion. Great wine and drink lists will accompany the ever changing menus created by Chef Noe Ortega.

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Caribbean •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had wonderful time, the food was excellent and Giuliana was fantastic, it was nice to see Amal and Iris, and Chelsea made Charlotte so happy by getting her the individual Oreo turtle cake! The calamari was great, the chicken parmigiana was excellent! Can’t wait to go back
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Toscana FornoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Peabody
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4.7
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Maureen
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Loved this place. We are from the west coast visiting and several people recommended this place. Did not disappoint.
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Ledger Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Salem
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4.7
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Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 Dec 2024
This was a very special birthday celebration and Finz was the perfect choice for it!
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Finz SalemPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Salem
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4.5
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Fred
Greater Boston •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Nov 2024
Great place for a night out. Our dinner was outstanding and the service was excellent. We always have a wonderful time. Would highly recommend.
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Anthony's Pier 4 CafePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Swampscott
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4.3
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Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Nov 2024
Our Bartender was excellent! The food was amazing! We got the steak and eggs and the breakfast wrap! Absolutely amazing!! Can’t wait to go back! But the star was the lemon ricotta donuts served warm with homemade jam!!!
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The BabePrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.6

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1. Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe

2. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

3. Finz Salem

4. The Babe

5. Toscana Forno

6. The Derby

7. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

8. Rossetti Restaurant of Lynn

9. Pots

10. Landing Restaurant

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