I love this place. It's a local pizza and bar must go to. The pizzas are nicely priced. I really…read moreliked the Kielbasa pizza. Friendly staff. It is old school decor. You will feel like you walked back in time at least 50 years. Lots of regulars and for a good reason. Nothing fancy, just an honest neighborhood vibe.

The prices have increased a bit, but the pizza is still great! Had to grab some since we were in…read morethe area from Florida and nobody makes good pizza in Fla. Thanks Riverview for staying just the way we love you! See you again next year!

Great location, right on the water. The baked scallops are a - mazing!!! The baked lobster pie is…read morealso a winer. Our server was super friendly. Recommended!

The restaurant is cozy but very welcoming and clean. Parking is limited but u can go on their…read morewebsite for public parking recommendations incase their lot is full. The staff are wll friendly, food and service are both great. We definitely enjoyed are evening dinner here and would highly recommend you give them a try as their seafood was very fresh and everything we had were very tasty. There are waterfront views of the nearby dock which we were happy about being seated next to.

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 out 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.

Great atmosphere, wonderful staff, delicious food! A+ experience. A family of 12 served in private…read moreroom, and felt totally relaxed!* awesome place

I went to try Choate Bridge Pub in Ipswich with a couple of friends last week. I hadn't been for a…read morefew years. It's just as great as it always was. The food was great, fresh, and hot. Even the coleslaw and tartar sauce were made with care. The servers hustle like crazy. They treat you like good friends. Some diners may have frowned on service. Those girls never stopped, and they smiled and laughed. (Who doesn't need that these days?) It's sea scallop season, so even those scallops are expensive I had to do it. The scallop dinner w/fries and onion strings was a bit over $35, but there were 14 huge, right off the boat succulent scallops. The burgers also looked great. Get on over there.

**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!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

In Ipswich, a small town near Boston, many restaurants were closed on Monday. This place, though a…read morebit out of the way, was pretty good. Fig & Pig Flatbread: I loved the rich sweetness of the figs--it tasted just like summer! Combined with the slightly bitter arugula, the sweet and sour balsamic vinegar, the savory and aromtic ham, and the fermented aroma of Gorgonzola, the flavors were rich and harmonious, like a cool breeze blowing through the still clear blue sea and bright sunshine of late New England summer--instantly pleasant. The flatbread had crispy edges and a soft base; if there were less cheddar, it wouldn't be so cloying towards the end, making it even better. Fish Tacos: Consistent with the ones I had in San Diego, the pico de gallo was a classic, rich Mexican flavor, very much to my liking, just noticeably milder. However, the Sriracha aioli was barely noticeable and lacked spiciness, which was a bit of a disappointment, as I had high hopes for it!

The food wasn't anything special. The steak tips were ordered medium but came out med-rare (which…read moreis fine for me. I prefer medium but enjoy med-rare) but the also were burnt on the outside. Well beyond "a little char". The brisket was cut strangely thin and was like eating salted beef. In fact everything was too salty. The broccoli wasn't trimmed so all the dirty stem ends were unappealing and I removed them myself. The mashed were way too salty as well. We split a ceaser to start and there was barely any dressing but once we got more it was better. The dressing was fantastic, not a good as the Hart House but still good. Drinks were good and had a good price We won't return.

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.

Went in for lunch today..ordered the chicken pot pie..and left hungry…read more What I got for $24, I could have picked up frozen at Market Basket for $4.99 The "crust" was like an old wet, swollen, tattered dish sponge, sinking into a painfully thin soup of a few frozen carrots/peas...sloshing around some kind of tasteless chunks of mystery meat...ugh..was terrible! I told the young waitress I didn't like it..she offered nothing..didn't suggest anything..not sure how to handle the situation..but finally suggested some soda bread?? To make up for the soggy mess I was trying to choke down?? Then slowly backed away from the table all wide eyed! No discount or removal of the pot pie from the bill. The soda bread was good And the drinks were great ..first round..but second round..tasted and looked noticeably different. We still had fun but Geezo..I wanted a nice meal with my friend..especially for that price!!!

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.

Dear Greedy Management,…read more We have been going to the Post for years,and the Black cow before that. We love the ambiance, food and service even though it is a bit pricey. I'm not sure when it started,hadn't been there for a few months,but we got a 3% extra charge on our bill for the "Kitchen staff". If you need to charge extra it should be added to the items ordered,not hidden until the bill is received !! I was so put out by this that I didn't dare mention it to our nice waitress as it wasn't her fault. It's not the lousy few bucks but the principle of it ! Next time I call for reservations I will ask if this 3% charge is gone. We will not be going back unless this hidden charge is eliminated. Thanks for listening, Frequent Customer

I loved it. We went…read moreafter a beach day at Crane Beach. I found them using Google and reading reviews here on Yelp. Our party myself, my wife and 3 kids. My sons (11 and 13) ordered burgers. I took a bite (they were so big one kid couldn't finish his)... great burger. My daughter (age 9) got the kids chicken fingers. All kids had the fries. My wife had steak and side salad, she loved it. I have a sausage and garlic pizza. I Loved it. Friendly service. Attentive on water and my diet coke refills. Reasonable priced. We go to Crane Beach a few times a summer. We coming back here for dinner every time. Also, the vibe and decor was very nice. Clean bathrooms. This place is just awesome.

I want to clarify that this has nothing to do with the food. As the food that I got was delicious,…read moreI wanted a balt sandwich But I didn't want the avocado lettuce and tomatoes. I understand that's probably not their favorite thing, but at the same time, I don't think I was asking for anything super complicated, but I want to clarify that the actual restaurant is very cute and it was the waitress who decided to roll her eyes when I asked to accommodate my food.I am was doing it to multiple people. My mom had not seen it but had she seen it. I would have easily closed her menu and told her.We will go somewhere else because her attitude was too much. It looks like i'm not the first person, and hopefully i'm the last and that this restaurant finally understands that they can't have waitresses, that do not want to be polite.

Food was amazing! Our waitress Mary was so kind and the vibe was great! Everything was so good but…read morethe brisket was the best. Will definitely be back!

I have driven by the sign on the highway everyday for years …read more... My friend suggested to meet for there for lunch. Yes! Place was packed! (Good sign) Waitress was really nice. I got the chopped brisket 3 way sandwich and a slice of cornbread. So good. I brought the leftovers home. (even though I am usually not a leftover person) I ate the leftovers for dinner straight from the fridge. Delicious! Cant wait to go back!

We hosted our son's rehearsal dinner for 50ppl and a welcome party for 180ppl at Ithaki, and they…read moreclosed the restaurant just for us. From the very first conversation five months out, Effie was incredible to work with. She was organized, responsive, and thought of things before we did. The team went above and beyond. Our decorations were overflowing our hotel room, so they let us drop everything off the night before. When we showed up to set up, nearly everything was already in place! All we had to do was tell them what we wanted, and they made it happen. It was such a gift on a busy weekend. They even changed their flower pots to match our decor! Unreal!! The food was outstanding from start to finish, and our guests agreed. A few of them stopped back in for one more meal before heading home on Sunday! Service was flawless: plates came out hot, glasses stayed full, and the staff was warm and genuinely happy to celebrate with us. Everything was perfect! Thank you, Effie and the entire Ithaki team, for making the start of our family's wedding weekend so memorable! Whenever we are in town we will absolutely stop in!

Our latest visit to our favorite restaurant was a late afternoon lunch. After a busy day of errands…read moreand travel, we decided to take advantage of the Tuesday special: $1 oysters!! We were delighted to be served by Kris, one of the many talented and attentive servers who give Ithaki its reputation as a welcoming and gracious restaurant. The oysters were among the best we have had a Ithaki, large, fresh as the ocean, and crisp. We had a glass of La Crema Chardonnay and enjoyed the Roasted Brussels Sprouts as a small dish, along with the complimentary bread and Greek spread. Because we had eaten a light lunch, we tried the Bread Pudding as a shared dessert. Having eaten at Ithaki dozens of times, we nevertheless had never tried the Bread Pudding. It was delicious and was accompanied by a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream and a raspberry sauce. One serving was more than enough for us. We have NEVER left Ithaki without being delighted by the quality of the food and the friendliness of the service.