We came here on a Saturday evening and this ended up being some of the best seafood I've had in…read moreyears. The quality of the ingredients here is truly incredible - everything was so fresh and perfectly seasoned - we will definitely be back. We ordered: Grilled Salmon ($17) - This came with two sides and I chose the butternut squash and vegetable which ended up being broccoli. First, I am not a huge fan of squash but this squash was to die for. It was mashed up and so buttery and well seasoned. Wow. I'd come back just for the squash if I'm being honest. It was perfectly sweet and rich - a really great side to any dish. The broccoli was a steamed head of broccoli that was fine and added some nice green to our dinner, but that squash was special. And if we're talking about special, the salmon was grilled perfectly, seasoned perfectly, and came with this delicious creamy dill sauce and a slice of lemon that brought everything together wonderfully. It was perfectly cooked and juicy with great flavor - I will definitely be ordering this again. Seafood Casserole ($21) - We got this with mashed potatoes and cole slaw and the potatoes were also really tasty and well seasoned. The cole slaw didn't have too much mayo which was nice, but it wasn't too special other than that. The casserole itself had some HUGE scallops, shrimp, and haddock that was all very nicely breaded and buttery. The scallops were literally the best scallops I've had in over five years. They were massive, sweet, and perfectly cooked so they were tender and juicy inside. The shrimp was also above-average - nice and plump with a good sweetness as well, and the fish was decent, but not the star of the show. Steamed Mussels ($17) - This was served over linguini with a garlic, white wine, and tomato sauce. There were a good amount of fresh mussels in this, and the sauce had a nice balance of sour, sweet, and savory. This wasn't my favorite, but it was still very solid. Both this and the other pasta dish also came with two pieces of garlic bread which was served as a roll cut like a hasselback potato with butter, garlic, and herbs stuffed in each mini-slice. It was buttery and salty and even crispy - really delicious! Seafood Fra Diavolo ($23) - Similar to the seafood casserole, this had AMAZING scallops and shrimp in it. It also surprisingly had small chunks of lobster, and the fish was yummy as well. The sauce was sweet and tomato-ey, and we kept coming back to this linguine dish over and over - it was so fresh and balanced! Overall, EVERYTHING WAS SO FRESH. All of the seafood was sweet, fresh, and just really clean tasting. We will absolutely be coming back here again and again, and the price was also really reasonable. On top of that, they have a little shop where you can buy fresh raw seafood as well as prepared seafood soups, baked dishes, salads, desserts, and other treats and goodies. This is such a wonderful find we're so happy to have discovered it!

This is not a place to sit down and have a meal. It's a Market that has a little bit of everything…read moreto cook a delicious meal at home. Many fresh items in the freezer or Frig that you can get to go. GREAT Seafood selection and they do have a fix menu of prepared dishes that they will cook for you again, it's to go and anything you choose you will love! They also offer 3 different kinds of soup- There is a fine selection of artisan breads, jams & spreads Etc... The Gentleman that is the owner along with the entire staff are Amazing and a friendly Group. It's a Must Try...! It's Right off of 495 in Hopkinton, Ma

George's Surf N Turf is a throwback to a bygone era, and I think that time has now gone by for…read moreGeorge's. We rarely eat fried food, and when we do, it better be good. We placed our order at the window: * Sea Scallop Plate - $28.95 * Fish Filet Sandwich - (haddock) $9.50 That came to about $41 with tax, and they only accept cash. They have an ATM on the side of the building in case you're a crazy person who typically pays by credit card or phone app! We grabbed a shady spot at one of their many picnic tables. George's has plenty of seating, and a play area for children, both are very nice. They are dog friendly which is also great. Our food order was ready quickly. I carried the tray over to our table. We started by tasty some fries, which were hot and relatively crispy. And that's the best thing we could say about our lunch. The sea scallops were relatively small, and a little dry. The fish portion inside of a hamburger bun was tiny, my co-diner said the amount of fish was a joke. About a month ago we dined at Juicy Seafood in Worcester. The scallops there were excellent and the scallop basket which is similar to George's was $19.95. So next time I'm near George's Surf N Turf, I'm going to keep goin' by, and drive to Juicy Seafood if I'm craving fried scallops.

Food was generally good. Fish was a bit drier for my liking but nothing was greasy which is always…read morea sign of a good fry place. Onion rings were solid. Is it the best, no, but top 5, definitely.

had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant. From the moment I walked in, the ambience…read morestood out -- warm, inviting, and perfectly balanced between cozy and upscale. It's the kind of place where you immediately feel relaxed but still excited for the meal ahead. The staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming without being overbearing. As for the food, I ordered the quarter pound lobster roll, and it was absolutely outstanding. The lobster was fresh, tender, and generously portioned, with flavors that were rich yet beautifully balanced. Every bite was satisfying. Overall, this restaurant delivers on all fronts: atmosphere, service, and quality. I'd happily return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal!

So disappointing :( first time coming back in 7 years since moving out of state. Used to come here…read moreall the time in college. Here is the breakdown. The lobster bisque was RICH and thick. Honestly very heavy and was glad I split the one size they had with a friend. It would have been too much. There was a little layer of oil on top too. The Faux Fiz mocktail I got was good. However, a lot of "spices". I ended up requesting more ginger beer and lime to cut it. That helped. But overall good quality drink. The Atlantic salmon crudo was very interesting. Nothing close to what I expected. It was gross. Really thick salmon over globs of a black garlic aioli. The ratio was so off. It was so pasty. I am shocked they haven't reviewed that item on their menu. Usually crudos are so nice and light. This was not. The wild Spanish octopus was the better of the three dishes. Just needed some more salt. Or more of the chorizo would have sufficed. I was surprised that this place was nothing like it used to be. Will not be back :(

Food, drinks, service, and ambiance was perfect for brunch. I loved it, and would gladly take that…read more45 minutes ride back. :)

Wonderful Brunch this morning. Decorated for Valentine's Day…read moreset the tone beautifully. Our waitress Kim was so great, she was very knowledgeable about all the dishes and cocktails. House Bloody Mary was nicely seasoned and a nice garnish. Chimichurri Steak and eggs were perfect, poached eggs on top of the toast and a nice side of greens. Lobster Benedict with fingerling potatoes was the best my wife has ever had. Very deep and diverse menu on mains, sides and cocktails.

The service was great, good atmosphere of people. We sat in the bar area and service was quick…read more Food was good and there was a lot of it. You definitely get what you pay for! I would come back!

Just left from my birthday celebration and spent $159.00 and the two prime ribs dinners we ordered…read moreare going to our dogs. They had NO seasonings. Mine was still mooing and had to send it back. The worst part we could see the "cook" use that term loosely, never changed her gloves. Picked up raw meat then wiped her fingers on her jeans used her cell phone and touched the almost cooked prime rib. Totally disgusting. We were there for close to 1 and a half hours. NO CHANGING OF GLOVES. The reason for the 2 stars was for the support staff. They were great. Please do not waste your time or money at this place. If anyone wants to see this I do have pictures

The food was excellent, and the service was great--until about 90 minutes in, when the hostess…read moreapproached and asked us to leave, saying they "needed the table." We had just paid the check so we gathered our things and headed out. On the way, we noticed several other four-top tables open, which made the request feel a bit odd. Out of curiosity, I even checked reservations for the rest of the night and saw that there was still availability for parties of four. I truly enjoyed the food and would return, but the way this situation was handled definitely left a bad impression.

From the wait staff to the ambiance to the food and cocktails EVERYTHING was EXCELLENT…read more I have been there many times and have NEVER been disappointed. I highly recommend this establishment. Absolutely wonderful.

We were strolling through the neighborhood, and since we had already tried Italian on the first…read morenight, we decided to check this place out. The outside and inside of the place was very clean and plenty of room around the tables. When we walked in, they were playing 90s R&B, it was lively, definitely had an excellent vibe! Shout out to our waitress, Lexi for giving us good advice on which flavors to go for, drinks to try and dessert! Great service! We're pretty well-versed in seafood boils so it was nice to see that there was one available. We decided to go with a pound of headless shrimp and half pound of black mussels with the captain Louis sauce, and medium level hot. We asked to sample the extra hot in the xx-hot, since we weren't familiar with their spices. Definitely loved the hot! We ended up tossing in the hot into the bag, mixed it up, it was a great mix! I'd come back for sure if I'm in the area again.

Came here with friends during the weekend while in town and it was a great experience! The staff…read morewas super nice and food was very nicely cooked. The crab was huge and plump. Our favorite was also the garlic noodles. The place also played great music!

Excellent Seafood! FRESH & seasoned well. Friendly service…read more Enjoyed the apple blueberry crisp dessert.

Mother's Day take out - crazy busy, as expected. Shrimp cocktail waterlogged, and they ignored the…read moreextra crackers for chowder - though I offered to pay extra. The fried scallops truly perfect!! Still crispy and succulent. Not sure how they achieve that on takeout fried food, but kudos!

A little hidden gem in Essex but worth the drive. Staff is very welcoming and the wine list is…read moredelightful. Started with the Tuna Nachos which were to die for and for the entree I tried the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich with an order of truffle fries. Everything is amazing and I can't wait to come back again. Unfortunatelyx it's a rainy day but I can absolutely envision a glass of wine on the deck. This place should be on any foodies list.

Fabulous Food, Service, Happy Hour and view of the Marina…read moreLove everything about this restaurant. The menu varies by season! But the staples are the lobster roll and smash burger and fish and chips which are all great! Try the Bong Water Drink with Mezcal or the Campfire bourbon smash! The restaurant is open year round, it is located in the Dauntless shipyard and Marina. Make a reservation in the summer for the deck that looks over the Dauntless and Essex Island Marinas. You'll feel like you are on vacation! The staff and owners and kitchen staff really care! If you have an allergy or other dining request they are great at guiding you!! Their shrimp and grits is Gluten Free! Great place to go when you're going on the Essex Steam Train for Polar express or Thomas the train or leaf peeping or just browsing the shops in Essex! Great for couples, families or groups of friends. Deck is dog friendly!

I drove all the way out here for fresh seafood, not a surprise episode of Restaurant: The…read moreReckoning. The sign says Fish Market & Chowder Company, but what you walk into is 95% restaurant, 5% "technicality fish market," and that last 5% is doing the kind of work that would make a union rep cry. Let's be clear: The Angler is no longer selling fresh seafood. Not in any meaningful, market‑based, "take this home and cook it" way. What they are selling is the idea of a fish market -- the ghost of one -- while running a packed dining room full of people slurping oysters like it's a Cape Cod tourist trap in July. And speaking of tourist traps: They've got a tour bus parked outside. A tour bus. For a "local fish market." That's like seeing a stretch limo outside a Dollar Tree -- you immediately know something is off. As a chef, my time is valuable. As a food reviewer with an actual show, my time is documented. And nothing ticks me off faster than false advertising dressed up as nostalgia. If you've abandoned the fresh fish counter because the restaurant side makes more money? Fine. But update your signage. Update your branding. Stop wasting people's gas and goodwill. I walked in looking for fresh haddock. What I got was wall‑to‑wall oyster eaters and not a single square foot dedicated to what the sign promised. You can get oysters anywhere. You cannot get a proper local fish counter everywhere -- and certainly not in a space this cramped. If ownership wants to reach out and explain the pivot, I'm open to it. I'll even give them a redemption arc on one of my platforms. But right now? This new direction is the wrong fit for the location, the footprint, and the legacy they're trading on. Call me when you're ready to rebuild. I'll help. But today? Today was a misstep -- and an avoidable one.

Ordered take-out of baked stuffed shrimp. Receipt showed baked stuffed $33, but we received grilled…read moremarinated shrimp $28 (not to our liking). Called and explain the issued and asked for a refund of only the difference in cost between the two. Even offered to send a picture of what we received. Sadly, the manager kept arguing the receipts shows baked stuffed shrimp, as if we were lying, and hung up on us. Called back and she agreed to refund the difference. BIG SURPRISE...no refund!!! Poor way to treat customers and conduct business.