Food: Everything was delicious. Coffee was really good. Quick and hot…read more Service: Very nice and attentive despite it being super busy. Ambiance: Cute decor. Love the mugs. Inclusive diner. Will definitely be returning. Just keep in mind we arrived 30-40 mins before opening and waited outside. It does get busy and there's a long line but we went in October so it might be different during another time that isn't peak for Salem.

I came here on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch. The space is beautiful, adorned with adorable…read morecrocheted eggs and bacon. Our server was prompt and helpful, and our meal came out quickly. I had the vegetarian egg sandwich, which came with a side of sweet potato home fries. The sandwich was delicious and well seasoned on a crispy English muffin. The home fries were good but definitely a bit less to my taste. They didn't quite have the crunchiness I was hoping for and were pretty soft, though well cooked. I enjoyed my meal here and will probably come back!

If you're navigating the beautiful chaos of "tourist trap central" while in Salem, MA, do yourself…read morea favor and skip the overhyped, crowded "Ugly Mug Diner" down the street. Fountain Place Restaurant is just a few blocks away and had zero line. It's definitely got the "tourist trap price" as we walked away spending a little over $100 for a breakfast for three after tax and tip--but honestly, for the quality, the location and speed of service, it felt worth the splurge. The food was well-seasoned and not super greasy (which is usually the typical "diner food" struggle). We went all in on a spread: the Big Breakfast with a pancake, a savory crepe, the hash grilled cheese, a blueberry muffin, and a side slice of French toast. Everything was so good that our group of three actually finished it all! Skip the french toast and go for the pancake. This spot has that classic, cozy vibe without the "greasy spoon" after-feel. If you want a delicious, reliable meal away from the massive lines, this is your spot!

Great quaint breakfast spot. Popped in around11 on Saturday morning and kinda shocked they weren't…read morethat busy. Got sat right away and menus at the table to review. Coffee came out quick and nice taste. Ordered the two egg breakfast with con beef hash, crossing and fruit. Everything came out great. Eggs perfect over easy, corn beef hash nice and crispy, fruit was good and the croissant was amazing. Nice and crispy! Overall solid breakfast spot and I'd totally go back when in the area.

First time in Salem and we needed a spot for some dinner before heading back to the city. Weather…read morewas hot and the idea of a lobster roll was heavenly. After walking by earlier, we decided on the Shanty for dinner. We ordered some of the fried cheese curds for an appetizer with a couple drinks and each got the lobster roll. The cheese curds were delicious and did not last long. The lobster roll came with fries. The lobster was great! Everything tasted fresh and I really enjoyed the softness of the bread with the lobster. The fries were not as great. Just something about them didn't hit like I hoped. Our server was great and the restaurant was busy but not packed so it felt nice and relaxed for our meal. The lobster roll is listed at market price so make sure you take note of that when you order. I think they were around $40 each which is a little pricey. We would definitely come back whenever we have a craving for lobster in Salem.

Place loons nice from outside. It's a tourist trap that pretends to look like a local bar. Food…read morequality is poor. Staff is very rude (esp the big old dude at the door). They have a "rule" that you should walk outside the building to get to the restrooms, and the dude is policing this rule since he has nothing to do. Need an extra bowl to split the soup? No worries, the dude will lecture your elderly parents his unsolicited opinions on how the soup will spill everywhere, so you shouldn't do it. Funny enough, the same dude spilled the soup all over the place when he was bringing them to us. Aside from the rude dude, prices are insane. We are not even in peak season, so they are serving the locals but their prices have a 50% or so markup from industry average. ($40 for a small and $60 for a large lobster roll). They have an automatic 20% gratuity on parties of 3 or more, so they get rewarded on their bad service no matter what. I highly recommend avoiding this dump.

I've now visited Trade House on three separate occasions including New Year's Eve, and every…read moreexperience has been exceptional. I have nothing but glowing praise to share. The Christmas décor was absolutely stunning - festive, elegant, and thoughtfully curated down to the smallest detail. The menu is creative and distinctive, offering bold, flavorful dishes that feel both innovative and incredibly satisfying. You HAVE to try the mussels!! The cocktails are expertly crafted - balanced, refined, and enticing enough to inspire you to step outside your usual order and try something new. And the staff? Truly outstanding. Warm, attentive, and impressively knowledgeable, they elevate the entire experience with genuine hospitality. If you haven't experienced Trade House yet, you're missing out, it's an absolute must-visit in Salem

Really enjoyed! Started with their crimson 75 gin cocktail. Delicious and not too sweet. French…read moreonion dip was also delicious and a bit lighter than other places, which was nice. Vegetarian tagliatelle bolognese with eggplant and mushrooms was outstanding. Pasta was cooked a perfect al dente, better than most Italian restaurants. And there are several other vegetarian options available too. Service was helpful, friendly, and fast. Sat outdoors which had some nice shade on a hot day from table umbrellas and a nearby large tree. This was our first time going and we can't wait to try it again!

Food was quite good! Staff is very pleasant. Restaurant was clean and tidy. If you're seated by the…read morekitchen it can be a little loud but didn't mind hearing the preparation.

Quick attentive service ! Juts popped in for a quick bite and it was live music night! What fun!!!…read moreGot my a great classic Guinness and a chicken pecan salad but the chicken was breaded!!! Ooh yum!! Wasn't packed , was enough seats for all but parking is another thing. Will totally come back!

I went to The Lobster in the summer of 2025 and was shocked to discover they didn't have gluten…read morefree buns for their burgers (and no markings on their menu to make it GF friendly). I spoke with the host and she seemed wholly unconcerned that in this day and age, that they had not considered this in their new business/menu. I have avoided that place since. I went again a few nights ago and asked if they had addressed the gluten free bun issue and the waiter basically told me they are not gluten free friendly. I then ordered the steak, which came with fries (that he informed me would be cross-contaminated). He didn't even offer me a baked potato or anything to substitute for the lack of fries! My steak tips came on the dinner plate with half of it left bare. He seemed to be wholly unconcerned about the fact that the restaurant does a terrible job of respecting gluten free guests. I won't be going back anytime soon.

Service was horribly slow with only three tables sat, and waiter hardly checked up on us. Food…read morewasn't exceptionally great or good, spend your money elsewhere.

The breakfast was delicious! We ordered veggies omelette. bacon and eggs, eggs and kielbasa and…read moreFrench toast. They cooked them fast in 10 minutes! Our server Holly is very nice and attentive to everything we need during our dining. I give this restaurant 5 stars!!!

Great mom and pop local restaurant! Inside is like a diner with an open kitchen. The staff was very…read morefriendly and attentive. The food was great, simple and delicious!!

I was heading to Salem in October, and didn't want to risk trying to find food without a…read morereservation, but as expected many places don't take reservations in October because the influx of people, but Antique Table did! When we arrived the place was nearly empty, which come to find out places aren't as busy on a Monday. There was one other table finishing up in the main dinning area, and one other group arrived at the same time we did. We were greeted and sat quickly, but that's where the speed of things kinda came to a slow down. I'll start with some of the positives - our waitress was really nice and she had a helper who also was nothing but polite and friendly. The decor is really cool! There was no one in the entire back room of the restaurant, so I went and took a peak back there on the way to the bathroom and it had old cameras, typewriters, cool pieces of art, the main room also have some great scales of justice, and other fun features. They also had all the Halloween decor, if anyone needed to use the restroom we were told to go towards the large mirror, and I would always add on to my friends "with the creepy doll on it". After about 2 to 3 minutes my entire party had and water was brought to the table and served in plastic cups. Which at a place with white table clothes felt a little strange. At some point after our waitress returned to take drink orders and an appetizer of the calamari. She then asked "have I offered you all any bread yet" we said no, but we would love bread. She said "okay it will be $3" and walked away. We all kinda looked at each other confused, because the phrasing seemed like it was complementary bread but we were really hungry at this point and the bread ended up being really good - but it was a small portion for $3. I think 6 thinner slices in total. We waited a while before she returned for our food order. The menu has what you expect from an Italian places but also has a large section of Mexican dishes, which feels mismatched, it wasn't fusion style it was just Italian and Mexican separately, it just feels really disjointed. I went with the bolognese and one of my friends decided to order the tacos because it felt so silly to do in an Italian spot (and who doesn't like tacos generally). The calamari came out at some point after the bread, but we finished the bread, the calamari, and all our waters at a causal pace after that. We were sitting for a while before anyone came back to the room where we were seated. At this point there were maybe 3 or 4 tables sat in our room and possible one other couple up towards the front area. As many of us were out of water, I headed up towards the bar area or host stand to see if I could find someone. I ran into the guy who was assisting with our table and asked if we could get some more water - which happened promptly. About 5 to 10 minutes after that our waitress returned with even more water and told us food would be out soon. The food arrived maybe 10 minutes after that, so it had been a while since we ordered. The bolognese was fine, the pasta wasn't overcooked, the sauce lacked some depth and the meat was a little firmer than anticipated but overall it was still okay. They did offer some Parmesan cheese to be added to any of the pastas or tacos. The total for 5 people, with no alcohol, one soda, one order of calamari, the $3 bread, and the already added gratuity (which they did mention was already added in at 20% and it was also stated on the bill) ended up being $208. Overall, the food was fine, nothing to make a special trip for. Service was friendly, but very slow. The vibes were a little mismatched - Mexican food with Italian food and plastic cups with white table clothes. Overall, it's a fine experience if you are needing a reservation.

Antique Table Lynn Review…read more Nestled at 2 Essex St, Lynn, MA, Antique Table Lynn is your cozy gateway to classic Italian pasta heaven! Stepping inside feels like visiting your grandparents' home, complete with nostalgic wall pictures For appetizers, we indulged in the Calamari Fritti ($17.95): Crispy fried calamari with hot cherry peppers in a spicy house marinara sauce. The freshness and size of the calamari were spot-on, earning a solid 9/10. Next up, the Eggplant Rollatine($16.95), stuffed with ricotta, topped with provolone cheese, basil, and marinara sauce. A cheesy delight for eggplant aficionados, also a 9/10. Entrees were a treat, starting with the Gnocchi Basilico ($17.95): Potato gnocchi with sautéed garlic, fresh tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. Possibly the fluffiest gnocchi outside of mom's kitchen - another 9/10. ‍ The Chicken Miguel ($23.95): Panko crusted chicken over potato gnocchi in a creamy Marsala sauce. Perfectly cooked chicken paired with a divine sauce scored yet another 9/10. As an Italian with high pasta standards, I'm thrilled to say Antique Table in Lynn delivers some of the cheesiest eggplant rollatine and fluffiest gnocchi in the North Shore. If you're a local or just passing through, don't miss out on this gem! Ratings: Food: 9/10 Ambiance: 7/10 Affordability: 7/10