This place looks a bit sketch and got some weird vibes at first but honestly a fantastic dive bar…read more The diviest dive bar I've ever been to. $6 well drinks and cash only. They have darts, pool, and the touch tunes where you can pick the music. They have live music on the weekends. Bartender was awesome and great to talk to. Chatted with a bunch of locals and the owner all night. Great people.

Great place for a hang out with solid drinks I apparently need to make the review longer so here's…read moresome extra words.

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!

Such a vibe! Really enjoyed our cocktails! It was super cozy inside and so fun to be right downtown…read morein Salem! Enjoyed the atmosphere and the bevs!

excellent food, but what sold this establishment to me was the talent and skill of the bartenders -…read moreSarah in particular is an absolute chemist when it comes to a quality, multidimensional drink. she was a pleasure and an incredible talent.

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!

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!

Great Gastro Pub. Super wings and cheese steak sandwich! Cool atmosphere and great service.read more

I returned to Bit Bar because of the wings and they did not disappoint! They have a couple of…read moresauces to add but you don't need them, they are that good. The Tetris Tots were great. The SoMe Peanut Butter Whoppie Pie Stout on tap is fantastic! Staff at the bar was friendly and attentive.

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.

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

We were in the area for the Salem Witch trials tours. We spotted this place to eat. The inside is…read moresuper cool and a great place to come have drinks and relax with an amazing meal. My wife ordered their award winning espresso martini. She said it was perfect! One of the best, so give it another award lol! The clam chowder is probably one of the best things on the menu!! The warm fresh bread is delicious!! The hamburgers are pretty good. And they have variety of fries (sweet potato as well). I recommend coming here. Chowder is a must!!

Enjoyed a cup of seasonal soup here. Service was quick & restaurant had a nice atmosphere. It's…read morelocated inside the hotel.

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.

Drinks and apps were mid. Dollar tree decorations. Live music was very good. Service was fast.read more

At the end of our first night in Salem, we wanted to just sit, chill and have a drink before…read moreheading back to our Air BNB so we settled on O'Neills. The inside had all of the aesthetics of an Irish Pub. There were lots of tables for sitting and some where tucked away which made for more private dining - I also really enjoyed their Halloween decor. I ordered the Candy Corn Curse mocktail because I am an adult who loves Candy Corn. No food was ordered. Service was extremely slow - I think there was maybe 1 or 2 servers plus the bartender for the entire place. I know it was a Wednesday night, but it is also Salem in the beginning of October. They had live music and the musician's voice was nice and also distracted us for a bit while waiting for our drinks. I was not impressed and neither was anyone else - we finished our drinks and went to Taco Bell.