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    Salem Street Pub

    4.2 (390 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Pubs
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Will M.

    Ive reviewed before. Food and drinks, not sure why it's not showing up. Decided to stop here to see some of the games that were on tonight. I was greeted and asked which games which is why it's three stars. Servers were good. However, my issues tonight are out of their hands and on management. What is the inventory control of kegs? Specifically, the blood orange rotating IPA (which doesn't actually rotate). Tonight the tap ran out... strike one. Then the actual games I asked for the channels were not available. It said not available as in not paying the subscription for those channels... strike two. Battery extremely low but utilizing to finishing this review. I had plugged my phone into the USB outlets at the bar, well guess what!? They don't work. How is that even possible. Why don't they work? Why are they there if they don't provide a benefit to paying customers? Zero outlets at the bar... strike three. And the walk, because already stroke out... I get it not many people pay cash and this is not a bar, bar but if someone pays cash, the customer would say "keep the change" or "give me back X amount". The server should not ask "do you need change back?". It is very disrespectful and not at all customer service oriented. Like I said at the beginning three stars (adding that the sub beer was cold) but I did review in the past, food outdoors earlier in the day and pretty sure it was 5 stars. Tonight definitely NOT.

    Heather B.

    Stopped by here on a hot Saturday afternoon, what a cute place! Very casual atmosphere, friendly servers and just a nice, cool place to grab lunch. The brussel sprouts were delicious, they do have a little bit of a spicy topping. The crab dip was really good, generous amount of bread included. Got a house salad with grilled shrimp - the shrimp were cooked perfectly and the ranch dressing tasted homemade. Really glad we stopped in. About $53 before tip. Eating out is pricey :/ Parking was a bit of a challenge, we finally found a spot close enough to avoid the 105° temps!

    William S.

    Salem Street Pub at 113 North Salem St. in Apex completely delivered on what we came for. Burgers - and ones that are done right! It was packed when we arrived, a 30-minute wait, but we'd already heard about the second bar in the next room and that's where we went. We slid right into open seats at the bar. The three bartenders working there stood out immediately. The three ladies were sharp, friendly, and effortlessly in sync. When the burgers arrived, while I wouldn't have minded a bit more meat in the patty, the flavor left no room for complaint. Clearly chargrilled, stacked with fresh toppings, positioned in a soft, just-right bun. The hand-cut fries, wow, perfectly seasoned, were a strong sidekick. We also tried their signature cocktails and a couple of the local drafts. Both were very tasty and rounded out the meal nicely. With an ice cream shop right next door, the whole evening felt like it clicked into place. A good date night or family night out couple of local spots. No question, we'll be back.

    "My Wife Said It Would Never Sell" burger with Pub Chips
    Rich M.

    First time here based off a recommendation from friends, it was awesome how busy it was considering it was a beautiful day for people to be out and enjoying the sunshine. We had an outdoor table, there was plenty of room and we did not at all feel cramped. Service was nice and the food itself was delicious. The portion size of the burgers we got was larger than anticipated, so if you come hungry you'll be satisfied. I'd give this place five stars but want to explain why I didn't, when we got the bill the price of our burgers was different than in the menu. After questioning this, we were told it was because we an added toppings such as tomatoes, pickles, jalapeños etc. Then menu itself next to those items doesn't show an up charge like it does for other toppings. It's not until they show you off to the side does it say ALL toppings are extra. The server didn't mention these would be an up charge either at the time of order. We did have the charges removed but it would have been nice knowing this prior instead of finding out afterwards.

    Jillian S.

    Good choice for burgers and wings in downtown Apex! We ordered takeout for dinner. It's quick and easy to order online. The website menu is more detailed than the ordering menu if you need clarification. We ordered two create your own burgers ($17.99 and $21.99), a side Caesar salad ($6.99), and eight Buffalo wings ($12.99). I appreciated how we could order in advance. Very convenient to order in the morning for pick-up in the evening. I received a text when the order was ready for pick-up (on-time) and retrieved it from the bartender. We enjoyed all of the items. We especially liked the fried seasoned chicken patty and wings. The crisp Asiago topped on the Caesar salad was a nice touch. Ample sauces were provided and the portions are large. Overall we had a positive experience here and recommend this restaurant to others!

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    Courtnay B.

    Always enjoy dining here. Great food, drinks and love the addition on the right. Today we enjoyed Margarita Friday special (8.50), the patty melt and a grilled chicken sandwich with Swiss, lettuce, tomato and avocado. Ingredients were so fresh, especially the sliced avocado. The grilled chicken is my new go-to for this spot.

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    Markisha D.

    Someone recommended this spot to us and it was a good option. It's off to the side of the street with a great view of what feels like downtown Apex. The customer service from everyone we encountered from walking through the door to paying the bill was A1. Everyone was very sweet, especially our server. Menu has lots of different options and the drink menu caught my eye. I tried the pineapple jalapeño margarita. If you love a lil' kick and pineapple, this is the drink for you. I'm not a fan of a lot of pineapple so I wasn't able to finish this one, but if it was any other flavor I may would have enjoyed it. For lunch I didn't buffalo chicken wrap, which can come with grilled or fried chicken and French fries. It wasn't spicy at all but it was very good - would def order again. My husband tried the black bean burger, and he said the only thing missing was some extra seasoning and maybe a sauce. The girls had slider burgers with fried and chicken tenders, which they loved! I would def come back to this spot because overall everything was pretty good! Looking forward to trying one of their burgers and their crabcakes. Inside is small and cozy, with lots of TV's, which were turned down super low or on mute when we were in there - which was a plus bc we didn't have to yell in order to hear each other talk.

    Rebecca M.

    I'm a regular at Salem Street Pub but would dine here more often if I lived closer. I normally stop when I am in the area but have made the drive to Salem Street Pub just for my favorite burger. It is that good. I've tried recreating it at home but it isn't the same. I've also ordered similar burgers elsewhere but they haven't come close. I haven't tried anything else on the menu as the "My Wife Said It Would Never Sell" is all I order. Sometimes I get a salad instead of fries. But I always get the delicious burger with the peanut butter; bacon; cheddar cheese and honey. It does seem like a strange combination but I love it and others must too or it wouldn't be on the menu still. Service is generally great here too and they bring me extra napkins as the burger is a little messy. On my last visit, I was seated in the new expanded part. I do prefer the original side though.

    Porchetta sandwich with onion rings, heaven
    Jim A.

    Great meal and delicious beer. We had the Slow cooked brisket and the Porchetta sandwich, both with onion rings sides. Two of the best sandwiches we've had, juicy and delicious. My Porchetta literally melted in my mouth. The focaccia was soft and the perfect bread for this meat. Nice staff. Salem St has such great local places to eat and drink.

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    Donna B.

    Lazy Saturday....not feeling like cooking....taking a stroll down Salem St in Apex...ran across the Salem Street Pub. My husband and I was greeted by a very sweet hostess. The inside of the restaurant was so cozy. We watched a college basketball game on tv while we ate. Our waitress, Cheyenne, was so so nice and attentive. She made sure that all of our needs were met. My husband and I had burgers. The burgers were amazing! They were so fresh and flavorful. I can't believe that we had never eaten at this restaurant. We will definitely go back to try other items on the menu. Great place...great food...great staff.

    Guinness and Strawberry Shortcake cocktail

    We popped in here after church for a nice Sunday lunch, and loved the option of the indoor/outdoor vibes the bar had to offer. We ordered the Patty Melt and the burger with peanut butter and honey - both were great but the Patty Melt was one of the best I've ever had in my life! Great, friendly service from the bartender and host, we will definitely be coming back!

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    Great food and great service. the music was also great. the food is yummy and the hostesses are so nice.

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    Amazing food and staff. definitely would come again. the music was also great to listen to.

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    Good food and drinks. Reasonably priced growler fills. Good vibes inside. Live music set up is nice.

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    Pretty good. Cocktails were good. Food was great. Service was good. A little pricey but it was worth it for how good it was

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    Food and service was great! Server was very friendly and kind. I loved my sliders. Would highly recommend

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    Good food. Service friendly. Nice downtown spot in Apex. I enjoy their buffalo chicken salad.

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    Busy place because the food and service are great. The patty melt, and traditional burgers were very much appreciated by all in our group.

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    Tap Station in downtown Apex is an excellent spot to eat, drink, and relax with friends--all while…read morethe kids stay entertained in a fenced, kid-safe sand and tire playground just steps away. Pretty awesome, right? We happened to visit on a night when the live rock band Hired Guns was playing, which made the experience even more fun and energetic. The menu offers a solid variety of burgers, sandwiches, salads, and appetizers, along with a dedicated kids' menu. We ordered the chicken sandwich, Caesar salad, and traditional wings, with sides of tater tots and fries. The chicken sandwich was especially memorable--perfectly crispy with a slightly sweet flavor, tucked into a soft bun. The salad and wings were fresh and flavorful, and it's a bonus that you can turn any salad into a wrap. Cocktails were just okay, but that's understandable since Tap Station is more of a beer-focused spot. My husband really enjoyed sampling their IPAs! Service was quick and friendly, especially impressive given how busy the place was. All in all, Tap Station is a fantastic hangout for groups, families, kids, and even pets. We'll definitely be back!

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