BEST PIZZA IN AREA!! Sauce & cheese are perfect! Enjoyable and fun atmosphere. Waitresses are…read moreattentive and polite - do not wait long for your order.

Been going for 35 years, was great, now good. Prices have gotten too high, especially drinks. $11…read moredollars for a tiny mixed drink. Beers used to be cheap, there's no reason for this place to charge so much. Pizza toppings got ridiculously tiny, meatball pizza had nearly nothing on top, so different than before. Sausage, same. Pizzas didn't even go to the edge of the pan, tiny. No plastic knives and forks unless you ask for them. Really? So many obvious signs that the kids running the show are literally squeezing every penny out of their loyal customers. The paper thin limes in the mixed drinks is laughable, how cheap can you be Riverview???

This was a great place for dinner! Great location, newly opened with the appropriate nautical…read moretheme. Looking to get my annual lobster roll, I was impressed with theirs! I got mine hot with butter and the portion was nice! Coleslaw and fries came with it. Hubs had the Sicilian haddock-- cooked perfect, nice blend of flavors. Staff was very friendly and helpful. They were also incredibly patient dealing with the table of drunk ladies in our section. We will definitely return next summer!

Solid restaurant on the water! There's a cute outdoor patio behind the restaurant (it wasn't too…read morebuggy, had good views of boats). The interior had good seating options too - a big bar, high tops, booths, etc. Decor felt updated and clean. Food - good portions for everything! Highlights included steamers (a special on the menu, counted 40 of them!), onion rings, and spicy shrimp (love the sauce, not too spicy either!). Servers were friendly. We didn't have to wait to be seated which was a plus! Parking can be tough. Their lot was full, so we had to park near a field as recommended on the restaurant website - it was about a 5 minute walk down a busy road and the parking signage wasn't the clearest on what was residential vs public parking, which was frustrating.

This lovely venue is a bit of a hike from Boston during rush hour but well worth the trip. It's a…read morelovely and popular restaurant housed in a colonial-style building. The staff are friendly and the servers knowledgeable and efficient. The hostess had trouble finding our reservation (my companion was already seated) but it seemed to be quite busy that Friday night. The restaurant consists of quite a few separate rooms and we were seated in one that was not too crowded. (I walked through the bar on my way in and that was hopping.) I had a glass of sauvignon blanc and after studying the menu and consulting our server my companion and I both went for a burger. There was no problem with my swapping our the french fries for onion rings (points there!). The burgers were done exactly to our liking (mine mediume rare, hers medium well). I should have turned down dessert, I was that full, but my companion was willing so we went for it. There was a good selection of typical New England desserts and we finally settled on a blueberry crisp topped with vanilla ice cream which was good but not great (not sure I can put my finger on why, so it may be that I was too full to enjoy it). There is a parking lot although it is not paved so was not fun walking through at the end of a day when it clearly had rained. It also could use some lighting. This is a wonderful restaurant suitable for a special occasion or an ordinary night out. I will definitely be back.

Delicious every time we have eaten there ! I usually get a…read morefish dish or steak . Portions are fair

We used to visit The Choate quite regularly however our last 2 visits have not been the great…read moreexperience we are used to. We sat at the bar both times and it just wasn't up to par compared to the Choate before new ownership took over. The service was great but... The baked haddock did not have the same delicious crumbs and the portion was too huge to finish and we know seafood doesn't really make for good leftovers. The fried haddock was done a little too much; the coating was too dark and again so much of it! The salads have grown to twice their size but served in the same tiny dish; much of our salad ended up in our laps and on the floor... The broccoli and squash were just okay but again the portions are HUGE! A bit disappointing really...we both would have preferred less, more delicious food of yore rather than the enormous portions of sub-par flavors. A lot of food doesn't necessarily mean delicious... Both visits left us feeling a little sad and nostalgic for the way the Choate used to be.

**Classic local watering hole with solid food and atmosphere**…read more The Chote Pub is definitely a neighborhood spot through and through. You can tell the regulars get priority attention from the bartenders, but we eventually got taken care of too - just be prepared to be patient if it's busy and you're a new face. The food was good with very generous portions that definitely give you your money's worth. Drinks were well-made and hit the spot. We loved the setup for watching football - great views of the games from multiple angles around the bar. **Important heads-up: This is a CASH ONLY establishment.** Make sure you stop at an ATM before you arrive, or you'll be making a quick exit to find one. The vibe here is very much old-school local pub - if that's your scene, you'll love it. If you're looking for something more polished or trendy, this might not be your spot. We enjoyed the unpretentious atmosphere and will likely be back, but it's definitely worth knowing what you're walking into first. Bottom line: Come for honest pub fare, generous portions, cold drinks, and a genuine local experience. Just bring cash!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Not very good food. Overcooked fries. Hamburger roll was…read morestale. Waitress was fine. We were disappointed.

fish was ok not the freshest but it sufficed fries were good…read moreatmosphere/ ambiance was great furniture was super bathrooms were ok parking was great service MEH, could have been better

The staff was incredibly attentive & welcoming. The entire waitstaff was phenomenal…read more Food was excellent. I ordered the Autumn (butternut squash) ravioli, and the sticky toffee carrot cake. Enjoyed and would order both again. The prices were a tad higher than I'd expect for a tavern, but it's Essex with a several fancy restaurants right there. Very eclectic menu, so something for everyone.

Best soda bread I've ever had. Normally it's bland , and this was anything but…read more Onion rings were good too. I had the chicken and waffles, and it was good , not great. I tried my nephews clam plate and it was quite good Excellent brunch drink menu Servers were all nice. I'd go back

Everything about this place is fantastic. They were very busy when we arrived and while the bar was…read morebacked up, it was worth the wait. We ordered a few things to split and went off of what we saw at other tables. So many people had the pizzas so we had to give it a go. The French onion soup was fantastic and rich. The Ceaser salad was good, and not too intense but it was garlicky and had homemade hand ripped croutons. We were starving so we ordered the Brussels sprouts on a whim and it was incredible! The umami flavor and sou sauce ginger aioli with the pickled onions was so unexpected we almost ordered one to go. Lastly was the pizza, the dough is great and sadly we didn't get to try their red sauce but the pizza was excellent. They have a huge beer selection and we loved seeing their on tap selection. Definitely recommend getting a reservation since they never had empty tables but there wasn't a line out the door. There are two sides to the restaurant and the bar is big and well staffed. We waited about 15 minutes to get water or see any one at our table but that's because we came at 6:30 pm on a Saturday and they were absolutely busy. Once we saw our waitress and got our order in it was quick and smooth sailing. Highly recommend grabbing a seat at the high tops and enjoying your time.

Food was pretty good. Service was not. Waited and waited and waited. Finally had to ask a busboy to…read moresend us a waitress for a refill on our drinks. And the food took forever. But then the bill came. Charge for refills on iced Tea and sodas. Add 3% for "kitchen staff". Please, pay your people a decent wage and don't nickel and dime your customers. Management policy ruined an otherwise decent meal. We won't be going back .

Cozy restaurant with cute interior. Service was fast friendly. Food was ok got a fried chicken BLAT…read moregood portion sweet potato fries were really good and crispy

Fantastic sweet potato fries, calamari and fish tacos. Salads were fresh and yummy…read more Service was great.

Well, first visit after reading different reviews. Traveled…read moresome distance to try. Ordered a fiddlehead double IPA with 8.2 abv Smoked bbq chicken wings 2 meat combo of ribs, brisket, Mac and cheese, bbq beans Well, smoked wings were outstanding and some best I've had .... Just right amount of smoke flavor. Brisket was a huge wow... tender, moist and some of best brisket I've had at many bbq spots throughout USA. Ribs had a nice smoke ring, a bit salty for my tastes, but still an excellent cook on the ribs Mac and cheese was great, I wanted a multi cheese taste... add a parm cheese to it... still excellent cook on the Mac and cheese Beans very good, I like a bit more molasses, with few chunks briskets ... excellent however Corn bread on dry side...needs improvement Only one option for bbq ... I wanted a peach flavor for my brisket, but all good Excellent bbq with outstanding wings . I'll return .

Absolutely raving about The Rusty Can in Byfield, MA! This hidden BBQ gem blew us away. The ribs…read morewere fall-off-the-bone perfection, with so much meat packed onto each one--seriously generous and smoky delicious. The pork belly sandwich special was an unforgettable mouthful: juicy, cheesy, and perfectly stacked on toasted rye that added the ideal crunch. We were shocked (in the best way) by the salad portions--massive! Easily enough to feed a family of four, and fresh as can be. The cornbread? Soft, sweet, and heavenly with the honey butter. We did think a little toast would've helped that butter melt just right--but still a must-order. The house pickles were crisp with the most satisfying snap and bold flavor. We also tried the hush puppies with their unique dipping sauce--super creative, though not totally our vibe. Limited seating means you might wait, but trust us--it's absolutely worth it. Booth or table seating. The Rusty Can is a flavor-packed experience from start to finish.

To celebrate the second anniversary of our first "date" at Ithaki, my partner and I arrived on a…read moreTuesday night sans reservation, and despite the bustling crowd (including a large party of 20 celebrating grandpa's 60th), Mariana (our hostess) found us a quiet table and treated us like royalty! Every time we come to Ithaki, we are impressed with the quality and graciousness of the serving staff. I have mentioned many of them in previous reviews, and frankly I thought we had exhausted the best of them and were about to develop a "favorites" list. But this time we met a new 5-star server, Kris, whose sense of humor, timing of the meal, and attentiveness made us add him to the hall of fame. We shared a bottle of wine, a 2023 California (Lodi) Zinfandel "FREAKSHOW" by Michael David Winery. It was a steal at $35/bottle. My partner and I have found that Ithaki offers very good value on wines, both Greek and worldwide options. Their mark-up on wine is very reasonable, reminding us of the pricing in France. We opened with the Tuesday oyster special ($1 each up to 12 for a party of 2). They were exceptional: large and teeming with the flavor of the sea. For our main course, we split the tenderloin of beef, a special with truffled mashed potatoes, pickled onions, fiddlehead greens, and crispy mushrooms. The split was generous enough that we were both satisfied and then allowed ourselves not one, but two desserts: Ekmek and Chocolate Mousse Cake - both delicious. Once again, we had a great meal in a comfortable setting with extraordinary service. Ithaki is a romantic, family-oriented, and gourmet place to dine.

Ithaki is one of my favorite restaurants on the north shore. It's right off route 1 and the…read morerestaurant is a lot bigger than what you'd expect. It's beautifully decorated on the inside. We're always welcomed with such a friendly staff when we come here. The food has always been great. Their bread and garlic sauce is delicious. My favorite dish is the clam pasta. All their plates are perfect portions.