After an exhausting late-night summoning ritual, I needed a strong drink, a bite to eat, and a spot…read moreto decompress before heading back into the void. All Souls Lounge in Salem was the perfect sanctuary. It's a small, intimate spot that fills up fast, if you don't get there early, you'll be left haunting the sidewalk waiting for a table. Luckily, they offer outdoor seating, which was great for cooling off after spending two hours surrounded by ceremonial candles. The service was remarkably fast for a packed house. The cocktails were delicious and flavorful, though if you're looking to banish your inner demons in one sip, note that they aren't the absolute strongest in town. What really stole the show, however, was the food menu: they have a massive selection of gourmet grilled cheeses and hot dogs. Speaking of which: after finishing my meal, I went home inspired to attempt another quick ritual. I was trying to summon an ancient Hot Dog Spirit to bless my midnight snack cravings, but I mangled the Latin incantation and accidentally conjured a Grilled Cheese Ghost instead. Now my apartment smells like toasted sourdough, and there is a glowing ectoplasmic slice of melted cheddar hovering over my couch. Overall, a fantastic spot to refuel whether you're a local, a tourist, or just an exhausted practitioner of the dark arts. Highly recommend!

We were walking about in Salem and stopped at the all souls lounge for a couple drinks…read more We sat outside which was perfect for people watching. It's a great spot!!

I used to go here when it was Opus and they hosted live shows in the location and was initially sad…read morewhen they changed it up. I went here with friends one night and was pleasantly surprised. It had a speakeasy vibe and I loved the drinks and decor. It's definitely a great place to swing by before going out and the service was great. They also had some of the awesome sushi rolls they used to serve there when it was known as Opus. It can be a bit tricky to find but look for the alley to the right of the main restaurant and you should be able to find it!

Strong drinks and good vibes here…read more It was a little hard to sit at the bar on a Friday night but my sister and I grabbed two seats when they first opened. We try to go on Saturday night but it was too busy and ended up going to another bar.

Divey gem with really good pub food and great service. I had the smash burger special with…read morepineapple and steak fries and it was exactly what I wanted after an active day on the ocean. The steak fries were hot, perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Burger was juicy with double patties and good topping ratios on a decent bun that held together. Server was also the only bartender - she was attentive and friendly, and did a great job serving tables while tending to a busy bar of locals. Will definitely return to try the steak tips.

What an unknown gem in Salem! It's not on a beaten path, but the food has got to be one of the…read morebest in town. We've been in before for their superior steak tips and burgers. We just went in and dropped a worthy $80 on lunch - 2 tequila mules, a special of buffalo bites (if u are lucky and these are on special again - order them!). Chicken kabob sandwich - juicy, perfectly grilled chicken and my husband got the mouth-watering pastrami sandwich. We packed half of it up for dinner tonight. I only gave 4 stars due to the lousy, noisy, raunchy bar flies. They couldn't care less about other customers as they were shouting and cussing away. Having a conversation with my husband was impossible. The bartender, who was 5 stars in her service to us, attempted to remind these people to stop yelling. I understand being a local, as I am one, and it makes me want to keep my favorite places in business. However, disruptive and rude bar flies should be shut out ff earlier and asked to leave or at the very least pipe down. Ultimately, I highly recommend anyone local or out of town to try The Tin Whistle for the food and service. Maybe try one of the tall comfy wooden booths would make for a better atmosphere.

The Babe is an adorable and unique little restaurant and bar in the outskirts of downtown Salem and…read moreit's a little gem! We easily found street parking and were seated quickly. I loved that they have various music nights and on this night, a few people brought in vinyls since it was BYO vinyl night. We had the mozz pockets (yum) and the Carolina gold wings (also yum). For the main meals, I had the Mr. Falafel wrap which was freaking delicious. It was the best thing I had tasted there and I'd return for that wrap alone! My gf had the Culture Fit burger and enjoyed it too. The drinks were top notch and the service was good as well. I'll definitely be back!

We stopped into the Babe for lunch on a very busy Halloween and were seated right away. The seating…read morearea was cute and cozy. We split the smash burger, which was excellent. We also got the garlic fries, which were a bit too garlicky for our taste, but the fries themselves were good. The cocktails were also very good. Our server was very attentive and provided helpful menu suggestions. We would definitely visit again.

Had amazing drinks, the staff were amazing and great vibe overall! We stopped out at the bit bar…read morefor vacation two years in a row now if I'm ever back in the area it's definitely a place I plan on stopping again.

So much fun good drinks great atmosphere! Staff was awesome and attentive. Played a ton of games!!…read moreSang and danced the night away!

This could be the best bar staff in the area. Absolutely personable, friendly, and cranks out…read moredrinks like no one's business. It's the drinker's bar. If you're looking for some classy shit, go to, um, anywhere else. Not to say this place isn't clean. A dive bar doesn't mean dirty. It means local, comfortable and a place to get together over some stiff drinks. But I would disagree (previous review) that it isn't for outsiders. I would say outsiders are welcome, as long as you know what you're getting into. No food (aside from popcorn!), but a serious alcohol selection, Keno, a jukebox, and good atmosphere. Don't be a bar snob coming here. As far as the year ago negative review by Robyn: Let's point out some things to anyone that goes anywhere on the North Shore: there are three large colleges within a 15 or less mile radius, with a serious fake ID epidemic and out-of-states are much more of a liability than they are profitable. Bars implement strict policies to avoid this. Good job to the bartender for doing his job. It sucks that it killed your night, but hopefully this will shed some light.

Dive Dive Dive Lucky…read moreDog in Beverly, MA, delivers a textbook dive bar experience--it is a gritty, no-nonsense local hangout that gives you exactly what you pay for. Tucked away on Cabot Street, the bar scores points for its cheap, heavy-handed pours, free popcorn, and surprisingly impressive selection of whiskeys. There are plenty of local characters with thick North Shore accents to keep things entertaining while you wait your turn at the dartboards. However, the "five-star dive bar" label means you have to take the bad with the good: the interior is dark, cramped, and carries a textbook rough-around-the-edges vibe that borders on being an eyesore. The crowd is heavily made up of tightly-knit regulars, which can make it feel a bit exclusive or tough to break into if you are just passing through, and the bare-bones snack food options mean you should probably eat a real meal before you arrive. Ultimately, it is a perfectly average, unapologetic watering hole if you want an affordable beer in a low-key setting, but it is not a destination spot for a night out. Thanks

Stopped here for a quick bite to eat before heading to the Salem Witch Museum. The Menu was small…read morebut plentiful. We ordered buffalo wings, truffle fries and a Caesar salad, of which all were good. I liked that the buffalo wings weren't overly saucy and the truffle fries were nicely tossed and the Caesar salad had just enough dressing and the lettuce was very fresh. Seating was close but spaced enough! The lighting wasn't super bright and service was awesome. It was very much Halloween Decor and relived it. "Derek" our server was attentive, courteous, and pleasant . Not sure about parking, as I parked in an (All Day) parking garage close by, parking in Salem close to Halloween is hectic. However: food and services were awesome. This Tavern is located inside the Hawthorne Hotel.

I have been to the Tavern a few times. All during busy October weekends. I have to share this…read moretime was the worst experience I have had at the Hawthorne. Why I like the Hawthorne for lunch: 1. A lot of people walk by without knowing there is a restaurant inside so not as long of a wait 2. It's quaint and has good food (usually) 3. I enjoy telling my kids that people believe it's haunted 4. Great location next to the commons! What happened this time? 1. My husband ordered the french onion grilled cheese and added a piece of . Sounded great! It arrived with bread as hard as a rock. 2 tiny slivers of onion, an extremely small portion of cheese not even really melted like a grilled cheese should be and the added extra chicken was a chicken cutlet! My husband did speak up and the waitress was very kind. 2. I ordered the Bagon Blue burger with fig jam on the side. The goal was to share the two meals. My husband doesnt like fig but it's my thing! The burger came smothered in fig. They did pay for all our food and we just paid for drinks which was good customer service but my husband still walked away hungry as if we waited another half hour for food we would lose more time out in the streets having fun. It just wasn't the best visit.

First time in Salem and we needed a spot for some dinner before heading back to the city. Weather…read morewas hot and the idea of a lobster roll was heavenly. After walking by earlier, we decided on the Shanty for dinner. We ordered some of the fried cheese curds for an appetizer with a couple drinks and each got the lobster roll. The cheese curds were delicious and did not last long. The lobster roll came with fries. The lobster was great! Everything tasted fresh and I really enjoyed the softness of the bread with the lobster. The fries were not as great. Just something about them didn't hit like I hoped. Our server was great and the restaurant was busy but not packed so it felt nice and relaxed for our meal. The lobster roll is listed at market price so make sure you take note of that when you order. I think they were around $40 each which is a little pricey. We would definitely come back whenever we have a craving for lobster in Salem.

$40 market price is insane sorry…read more The crab cake was not a real crab cake. It was panko crusted and fried. It was very Cajun inspired and I could taste the southern influence on it The clam chowder was different. I think thicker and it had something unique that I can't put my tongue on. It was also just okay. Not many potatoes or clams inside.

Food was amazing!! service was great as well. I have to say my steak was cooked to perfection!i…read morewould of never thought the staleak would be so good at a pub but 10/10 on it

Check their website for accurate hours hours of operation, Yelp says they don't open until 4, today…read more(11/2/2026) they opened at 11AM. Service is great! Wings are the bomb (came back for the buffalo wings!) and adult libations were strong and yummy. Came here twice (10/30 and 11/2) both times service was great despite the crazy Halloween crowd. The reason I gave a 4 instead of 5 stars is on 10/30 we ordered a Long Island Iced Tea ... and they used sour mix instead of lemons and you could totally taste the difference. The other cocktails we had were great.

Delicious food and great conversation at this great tucked away dive bar. Also has pool and darts…read morefor those interested

It's a nice place, but the racism is out of control. My friend was laughing at y'all. I tipped…read morewell. The pizza is mediocre and the drinks weak. I had to ask to turn on the dart area lighting. 3/5 is generous, given the flat back on the bar back.