Excellent find just off the main part of Main Street in downtown Gloucester. The menu is mostly straightforward pub food, and the quality is top notch. We had the portobello mushroom sandwich and a honey mustard chicken-bacon-cheddar sandwich, and both were delicious, not to mention yummy fresh hot french fries. Staff was super friendly. Good wine and beer options, too, and the prices are hard to beat - $4.50 for a pint of good craft beer! We'll definitely be back. read more

Stone's could easily be my very favorite hangout in town. The only reason I'm not there every night is because they're a small place with no nightly entertainment, so sometimes I'll go elsewhere. However, often that's just what you're looking for. I always bring visitors here, and I've also found it to be a nice spot to meet a date. They have board games! You can ask for the good ones behind the bar. I think they have the best bar food in town, hands down. The menu is simple, but with some unique twists on classics. All kinds of meaty, cheesy sandwiches and dogs, excellent burgers, great steak tips. Carbs and cheese galore. The homemade pulled pork is a favorite, as is the mac and cheese, often combined (if you ask). It is also the best hangover food in town, last time: Grilled cheese with cheddar, pickles, onions, tomatoes, and sweet potato fries. Jamie's Sweet Hot Weiner with Fig Jam and Swiss is also a favorite, maybe only because I like saying it, as well as the muffaletta (smoked turkey, salami, peppers, olives, onions, cheese). I've never had anything there I didn't enjoy immensely, and I've been in a lot. Also, the prices are super reasonable. The entire staff is very warm and friendly, and they remember you. It's perfectly a cozy pub atmosphere, exactly what you would expect. They are known for their macaroons, which are my weakness. They often come around and offer you the latest variety they've baked. All the desserts are homemade in their own kitchen and they are all excellent. Rich, delicious cakes. I know where I'm going on my birthday. Actually, now that I think of it, I was there on my birthday and I drank pickleback shots. Well, there you go. read more

There we were...visiting Gloucester MA from North Conway NH, with our 5 yr old son in tow. We were starving but didn't want another big, fancy lunch. So, a little past noon we stepped into Stone's, taking a risk ont he pub vs child thing. First of all, let me say that the staff was excellent and very welcoming. From my wife's perspective the place was as clean as can be. My son found something he loves on the menu right away (Mac and Cheese). We were seated right away, had our food in just the amount of time it takes to reflect on the morning of activities around Gloucester, including a complete re-enactment of the time at the touch tank at the Gloucester Aquarium. The beer selection was wonderful and the food cooked to perfection. Yes, Stone's is a pub, but before the lights go down in this seaport town this is simple restaurant that is a perfect stop on a family trip. read more

Living in Gloucester now for almost a year and have been doing a slow crawl, trying all the local food establishments .A few are blech, most are mediocre but Stone's Pub is one of three in my awesome category. The bartender was fantastic and attentive as he doubled as our server. He suggested we try the Sausage Stew which was DELISH! I could eat some right this minute! Both of our sandwich selections were tasty and we cleaned our plates which included crisp cole slaw with cranberries. Yum! People were crowded around the bar having lively conversation and the atmosphere was very comfortable and low key. Loved this place. We found our regular "nosh". Thanks! read more

Our entire party enjoyed the food here. The food was flavorful and well prepared. I had the panini with prosciutto, mozzarella, and fig jam. It came with horseradish dipping sauce. Absolutely delicious. read more

Pulled pork nachos were amazing. The burgers never disappoint! Drinks were really good. Only thing I'd ask for is the Mac and cheese be a little hotter when served. Bartenders and wait staff were very attentive and friendly. Awesome place!! read more

Very "local" feel pub with great burgers and decent selection of local beers. Loved chatting with the wait staff and bartender about the town. Can tell it's popular with the locals year round, but it was very quiet during the off season when we visited. read more

I have been here two evenings since their opening in November 2010. The place is cozy... I'd guess about a dozen tables in the fore with the L-shaped bar situated aft. There's about a dozen or so stools along it. As a result, the ambiance has a very relaxed and homey feel, exactly what I want out of a "pub". The beer selection is great. They have a good range of draught and bottled beers with a few local brews featured. I haven't enjoyed a cocktail or wine here yet, but judging from the liquor selection and the wide demographic of patrons, I have a feeling anyone's taste can be satisfied. As for the food, the selection is modest but commensurate with the feel and size of the pub. As for the quality and taste, it was delicious. I enjoyed my pulled pork ciabatta bread sandwich. I especially loved the sweet potato fries. I'm not a big sweet potato fry guy, because they are typically a mushy consistency. But Stone's were nice and crispy without being overcooked. I also loved the sausage soup, and will probably get at least a cup every time. I've also heard the mac n cheese is excellent, so I'll be trying that next time as well. In general, Stone's is among the best for good ol' pub comfort food. I haven't dined at a table, but my bartender was attentive, polite, courteous, hilarious and really sweet. The owner, Gary, was there on both occasions and he too was very polite and attentive. You can tell he genuinely cares about his patrons and takes pride in the establishment. One, because the whole pub is extremely clean and well kept. Second, he interacted well with the patrons. He was very interested in how the food tasted and he clearly enjoyed discussing it. It was obvious that the staff really enjoyed working there which is a huge reason why I feel so comfortable at Stone's. They have a bunch of large flat screen televisions which make it a great place to catch a game...something I did on both visits. i.e. no bad seat in the house. In all, it's also a great place to bring a group of friends to chat it up or have a few laughs while enjoying some great food and drink. For you Cape Ann locals, you've got a great new hangout and I am looking forward to visiting Stone's again. read more

Love this town bar. Good company, fun family board/card games. Free popcorn. Our favorite dinner is steak tips, sweet potatoe fries and a side of chicken wings. read more

We were in the mood for seafood which they do not have but ended up having nachos. They were absolutely the best nachos we have ever had and we used to live in Texas. Absolutely the best!!! read more

Stone's Pub is trying to be more than just a pub and the results are mixed. The steak tips and the chili dog were both really good. Cooked well, seasoned well, served by a very friendly bartender. Things went downhill a bit from there. The "Cajun fries" we're just normal fries with a few shakes of Cajun seasoning. Most of it fell off onto the plate. The grilled cheese sandwich on the kids' menu was a hamburger bun with american cheese cooked in a panini press. My suggestion is leave the kids at home and go for more of the pub experience. read more

Stones Pub and Eatery - Seen on the walk-in fridge en route to the restroom. - Pubs Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

Business must be booming. Although when we went in tonight didn't look that way.. only two tables full, but a mostly full bar. Take a sear. Five minutes goes by. Then ten, then twenty. Four people working the bar. Not even acknowledged, despite sitting front and center at a window seat. Two servers definitely saw us serving another nearby table. Liike eye contact saw us.. Group of six comes in, heads for the side room....in goes one of the servers. We walk. Some customer service advice....when someone comes into your establishment and sits down it means they willingly want to give you their money. You may want to at least acknowledge their presence after a reasonable period of time. We'll be sticking with our other regular places that seem to have grasped this concept. read more

Great food! Smells alone made me feel welcome and satisfied! Wouldn't mind trying the taps next time! Rhubarb Special was a delicious meaty dream! Horseradish dip was also nummy! I'll be back! read more

This is a great pub right downtown. All the food looked good, I had a grilled cheese and onion sandwich. I know that sounds weird, but it was awesome. The place is also spotless, nice layout, there's a secret booth seat on the way to the bathrooms which are nicely decorated as well. I can't wait to go back with a bigger appetite. read more

NOT vegetarian friendly at all, unfortunately. Nothing but hummus w/pita or grilled cheese. Even the nachos have pulled pork. The staff is lovely though! Cute little place for a beer. read more

We found this place on yelp, my husband wanted a beer and hamburger...he was not disappointed. The best part is my mother in law is a vegetarian and they had a really nice selection for her as well. read more

Stones Pub and Eatery - Hummus and pita excellent! - Pubs Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

Stopped in here for a quick drink and an appetizer. It is a dive bar, but we love those! We got the chili fries and the portion was large! The prices were extremely reasonable and the service was quick. Staff and other patrons were friendly and hospitable! read more

Great little (hole in the wall) neighborhood tavern. The waitress was extremely pleasant (and accommodating) and the food was very good and somewhat eclectic. My wife had the muffuletta panini and I had the spicy chicken sandwich with habanero sauce, both we're very good. Also, the sweet potato fries were crispy and without an up charge, which is rare. We'd go back! read more

When you wanna good burger, ya wanna good burger...and the burgers and sweet potato fries are great at Stone's Pub. This place never disappoints and (bonus) the menu offerings are wallet friendly. read more

Named a pub, but not pub decor and certainly not pub food. Bland food and service. Overall disappointing experience based on excellent previous reviews I trusted. Skip it! read more

Love it here!! Very friendly staff! Their food, drinks and desserts are all fantastic and I highly recommend giving them a try.

Always good food, good value, quality cocktails. Yummy desserts. Really friendly people working here.

I was in town for the day looking for a quiet pub lunch and this place was given a great recommendation from a stranger on the street. Cozy, not crowded when I walked in around 2:30, Kayla (sp?) greeted me with a welcoming smile and was attentive with just the right balance taking initiative and giving me a little space to settle in. She had great music playing in the background, and seemed to curate the atmosphere in the place- warm, friendly, quick to laugh. The Reuben sandwich was very tasty, served on a round rye bread, and the sweet potato fries were done just right, washed down with two different IPA's from a brewery up the street. It was just the kind of lunch that makes me feel like I'm on a vacation, even if it's just a few hours in an afternoon. Thanks, Stones! read more

This was exactly what we were looking for, for lunch. Made to order grilled cheese sandwiches and burgers. Cream of Mushroom Soup of the day was delicious. Comfortable atmosphere and outstanding service. read more

Great local spot, food was mouthwateringly fantastic. Atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. If you have the chance stop by and get the wings. read more

We went there for the first time this past weekend after reading about it here on Yelp. I'm not sure how we have driven by this place for all these years and never noticed it but I'm glad we have found it now: better late than never! It was about 2:00 on a Sunday afternoon and there were just a few people at the bar when we walked in. We opted to also sit at the bar and were immediately greeted with smiles. The ladies behind the bar could not have been nicer. And the regulars at the bar were also quite friendly and made us feel welcome right away. We ordered drinks and the cheese dip appetizer to start. The dip had a nice spice to it along with house-made tortilla chips. Then we opted to split a sandwich and fries. Everything is made to order and you can see the small open kitchen at the end of the bar so you know it's all fresh. Our chicken club was full of plenty of crispy bacon and a nice-sized piece of chicken and the fries were hot and crispy. We were both happy with our choice. My mom, who rarely eats sweets, saw that they had a coconut cake with a rum sauce and she had to try a slice. Three days later she is still talking about how good it was. It may have taken us years to discover this little local gem but it won't take that long for us to go back. read more

Great little pub. Good drinks, good food. Good atmosphere. I had the mac n cheese, hubby had a burger and my MIL had a chicken sandwich. They were very accommodating. We would definitely come back when we are in the area again. read more

Service was great. My party of five rated it 2 4 1/2 Stars one 3 and 2 2 Stars. The 2 star reviews were for the burgers. Besides being overlooked, the meat was flavorless. The star of the table was the BLT. The only reason the two 4.5 Stars were not 5s was because the place filled up with smoke when they fired up our food, which was probably our over cooked burgers. read more

This is a cute little dive bar, but I'm a little surprised by the amazing reviews. The free popcorn is fun and pretty tasty, especially because they have a few flavors you can sprinkle over them. But the pulled pork nachos weren't great. There was a weird liquid cheese on them, the chips tasted like pita chips, and the pork was too sweet. On the bright side, they did have some fun board and card games. Just come here for a drink, games, and popcorn, not for dinner. read more

I hate to be the person to be a damper on the party, but I found nothing special about this place. It just seemed like a place where the locals go to drink at the bar. Although we didn't eat there, so I can't say anything about the food. I also wouldn't really want to either. The place smelt like an old dirty moth ball basement. The bartender was ok, nothing special or over the top welcoming. Needless to say we stayed for a drink and left. Drive down the street and go to Latitude. read more

Last minute decision to hit this place on a Friday night. Grabbed a table in the back, perfect for a family of 4. Pulled pork.. awesome. Eric's back shore burger, awesome. Muffaletta, not pretty good. Bathrooms clean, relaxed atmosphere, cheap prices, good food, great beer choices. Sometimes these small places beat our the big, over priced tourist traps. read more

Great atmosphere, Jamie was very welcoming and friendly. Food was prompt and very delicious!! Beer selection was good. Enjoyed the beer recommedations!! read more

My husband and I went here after we decided to go out to eat on Valentine's Day. I called at 5:30, and by 6:00 they had room for us. When we walked in, they recognized me from the phone call, and gave us a very warm welcome. The place was busy, so I was really impressed by how friendly everyone was. I mentioned on the phone that we were bringing our toddler, and they were prepared. They led us to a booth in the back, set up with a highchair ready, two pillow pets on the bench seats, and the TV turned to the Disney channel. This place is very kid friendly, despite not having a kid's menu (they do have grilled cheese, hot dogs, mac and cheese, etc on the adult menu) or kid's cups. The bar tender even came over to show my son a great trick with a lemon and a napkin. The atmosphere was accepting of children without being like a chain with screaming everywhere. My husband and I both ordered burgers, which were okay. The homemade desserts were amazing, and we will definitely return for them. The sweet potato fries were great, and my husband like the chicken wing appetizer. Honestly, the decor and people where so great, that the food was just icing on the cake. We didn't get a chance to drink on this trip, but I think this would be a relaxed place to meet up with friends over beer. In total, we got an appetizer, two burgers, a grilled cheese, milk, soda and two desserts, for a grand total of $40ish. It was worth every penny. read more

First time we tried this local spot, and we absolutely will be back! Food was excellent and obviously fresh and the service was spot on. We had Britrany who was warm and on top of what we needed. I had the chicken salad sandwich- freshly roasted chicken with just the right amount of mayo, and came with tomatoes, onions and lettuce on the side. Crispy fries were totally crispy! Also, spicy tomatoe soup was outstanding! Great food for the money! read more

Waited half hour for our check. The waitperson walked out the front door with her coat on. I think she quit!

The reviews here are just right: this is an unpretentious, hole-in-the-wall eatery for plain folk with an utterly unpretentious menu. Exactly the kind of place I will come back to over and over. Got the local brew, too: Fisherman's IPA, on tap. read more

We had lunch here! It was clean and comfortable and the decor was modern but warm. We started with a bowl of cheese and broccoli soup and it was delicious! We both ordered the Reuben sandwich and it was AMAZING! it melted in our mouth and was to die for! Service was friendly and attentive. Loved it and will definitely come back! read more

Great mac & cheese! The good here is great. I had the chili burger. The burger was juicy and the chili was the best I've ever had. Our server was super friendly and helpful. read more

Coming off the highway looking for somewhere to eat and found this place. I highly recommend the cheeseburgers or chicken sandwich!

We are vacationing in Gloucester and stopped here on our first night. It was fantastic!!! The pulled pork nachos are to die for & the service was great. Will definitely be coming back read more