Best Cozy Restaurants in Middleton

19 restaurants available nearby

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1. Pellana Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(4117)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Peabody

Booked 52 times today

We serve the finest Prime Grade Steaks and Chops as well as the freshest seafood that arrives daily and is simply prepared to express its true flavor. Our award winning wine list is a shining example of our caliber of restaurant. It boasts over 400 bottles of the finest varietals from The United States, Italy, France, Germany, South America & beyond. Come join us for an intimate dinner, a gathering of friends & family or a nightcap at the bar. We’ll show you why so many call us the North Shore’s best "Boston Experience."

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2. Magia Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(533)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Danvers

Booked 9 times today

Magia Restaurant and Bar is an Italian dining experience presented by accomplished Chef and Restaurateur, Richard Travaglione Jr. Magia offers the look and feel of a sophisticated, swanky lounge while simultaneously providing an approachable atmosphere and genuine hospitality. Guests can enjoy decades-old Italian family recipes made from scratch, while sipping creative cocktails or favorites from the extensive wine list. Magia is North Shore's premier location for business meetings, large functions, romantic evenings and upbeat nightlife.

3. The Babe

4.6

Exceptional(63)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to your friend neighborhood bar and sandwich shop. Tucked away on Lafayette Park, just a block from the downtown and seaport neighborhoods of Salem, MA, The Babe is the perfect place to rendezvous after work for a cocktail, grab a bite with friends, or get together for a late night celebration. We take pride in our scratch kitchen with a menu inspired by Northeast sandwich culture and cuisine; touching on fan favorites from Philly to NY, and of course, Boston! Our menu includes specialties like house-ground cheese burgers, loaded Italian subs with freshly sliced salumi, crispy and cheesy mozzarella pockets, crispy wings, and more. The dining room and bar have a casual but intimate feel with high ceilings, updated vintage architectural features, and warm deco-lighting. The Babe also features live performances several nights a week as well as a cozy backyard patio in the warm weather season. Parties larger than 10 guests should contact the restaurant directly for booking

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4. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2640)

Price: Expensive

• American • Salem

Booked 24 times today

This historically unique location houses the new restaurant from Matt O'Neil chef/owner of The Blue Ox in Lynn. O'Neil collaborates with Executive Chef, Daniel Gursha, formerly of Bambara, Cambridge and A Voce and Bouley in New York City, offering a progressive New England concept, where traditional 19th-century dishes, cocktails, and techniques will be elevated with 21st-century resources.

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5. Post 1917 Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(186)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Reading

Booked 13 times today

A steakhouse: city vibe, local heart. Our menu is hand selected to feature locally and ethically sourced ingredients. Our head chef and owner Jason Carron has revolutionized the New England restaurant community for two decades. With his acute attention to detail, Carron has helped struggling restaurants find their purpose and passion, restoring their place in the industry. Having given hope to hundreds of restaurants over the years, Carron is opening his first steakhouse this spring, bringing that same level of attention to his own restaurant. Every ingredient is well thought out to innovate the plate with not only something aesthetically pleasing, but more importantly delicious. His farm to table approach, ensures the highest level of ingredients go into every meal you enjoy.Please note our dress code: No gym wear, hooded sweatshirts, shorts, or ball caps are to be worn. All men are strongly encouraged to have a collar. No tank tops. Jackets are not required.

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6. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

4.5

Awesome(305)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 4 times today

Nathaniel’s Restaurant at the Hawthorne Hotel offers a perfect start and end to any day. The morning hours are bright with the wall of windows, the plates are creative and include all the Breakfast favorites; Pancakes, Waffles, our Hearty Hawthorne Breakfast, and our Famous house-made Hawthorne Corned Beef Hash!Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, Nathaniel’s transforms into a lounge-like atmosphere, with candles, live piano and acoustic entertainment or ambient music playing from our brass gramophone. Sit beside the baby grand piano, beneath the famed author’s portrait, or in front of the historical culinary tribute cabinet and you will find there is a reason our guests have loved Nathaniel’s Restaurant for decades.Our Tavern restaurant offers a comfortable pub style atmosphere, with our toasty fireplace and warm ambience, you can't help but sink into our comfy arm chairs, while sipping a hot toddy! Join us to experience our Executive Chef, Vanessa Still's, fantastic menu!

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7. Toscana Bar Italiano

4.8

Exceptional(1316)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Beverly

Booked 17 times today

When the techniques of old world Italian cuisine meets the style and sophistication of modern dining. An intimate dining experience with a menu that ranges from shareable appetizers and small plates to Chef's authentic Italian specials. Well known for stylish cocktails including our famous Espresso Martini, and sophisticated wine program. Igloo dining is now available during the winter months!

8. Venetian Moon

4.8

Exceptional(764)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wakefield

Booked 17 times today

Venetian Moon, located in Reading, Massachusetts, serves a variety of authentic Italian cuisine in a fine-dining atmosphere. The rustic décor and freshly made meals make dining at Venetian Moon a treat. Try one of the restaurant’s many appetizers such as the bruschetta or the stuffed mushrooms to start out your meal. Whether you’re in the mood for something hearty and want to try the veal marsala or the chicken parmigiana or if you’re craving something lighter like the vodka chicken, Venetian Moon has a menu option for every appetite. The restaurant also offers a space for your next private event or party. Top off your experience with an order of homemade tiramisu.

9. Post

4.6

Exceptional(150)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hamilton

Booked 11 times today

Even though Post is a new name for most of us, it has been an important part of South Hamilton history since 1924. The historic building at 16 Bay Rd. was home to the South Hamilton Post Office, and a place for residents to send and pick up letters. In response to the Great Depression, and a drop in the postage rate (from three cents to 2 cents), the Postmaster added more opportunities for residents to pick up their mail. At Post, which at the time was known as “the brick block building”, letters were piled on a table, and a bell was rung to let residents know that they could come and retrieve their mail. Keeping with that tradition, guests of Post will have an opportunity to “Ring the Bell”, which signifies that they have bought a beer for our hard working kitchen and waitstaff. Whether you are coming in to dine with family and friends, grabbing a drink and an appetizer, or picking up takeout on the way home, Post is here for you – rain or shine.

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10. Rossetti Restaurant of Beverly

4.7

Exceptional(1780)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly

Booked 22 times today

Rossetti Restaurant of Beverly is often praised for its cozy ambiance. Reviewers frequently highlight the 'beautiful ambiance,' 'nice atmosphere,' and 'lovely setting' that makes it perfect for date nights or group events. The restaurant is also appreciated for being quiet enough to allow good table conversation. The 'cool vibe,' 'nice ambience,' and 'creative and warm' atmosphere are all factors that contribute to its cozy appeal.

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RonVIP
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food and service were outstanding as always. Only negative was waiting a half hour after our reservation time to be seated.
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Post 1917 SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Reading
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4.6
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Maureen
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Loved this place. We are from the west coast visiting and several people recommended this place. Did not disappoint.
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Ledger Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Salem
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4.7
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Sally Ann
Greater Boston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I eat out at least 2 or 3 times a week. Pellana stands out for several reasons. From the minute you walk in the staff is friendly, and relaxed. They obviously want you to have a good experience. The setting is definitely upscale . Although I have seen people in casual clothes, I feel like it's a place that warrants a little "dressing up". This is just my opinion, not theirs. I ordered a glass of wine. I had ordered that same wine at another restaurant recently. Although the price per glass was the same, Pellana had a much more generous pour. For lunch, I ordered a steak tenderloin , medium rare, on a bed of lettuce and tomato and balsamic. It came exactly as ordered. It is a perfect meal especially for those who want to avoid carbs. We did not order dessert but we ordered a coffee and a tea. Both of these came in small pots and were perfect.
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Pellana SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Peabody
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4.8
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Katherine
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We enjoyed a wonderful evening at Magia! Our waiter was very attentive, pleasant, and helpful! Great choice! Thank you!
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Magia Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Danvers
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4.7
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Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 3, 2024
Our Bartender was excellent! The food was amazing! We got the steak and eggs and the breakfast wrap! Absolutely amazing!! Can’t wait to go back! But the star was the lemon ricotta donuts served warm with homemade jam!!!
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The BabePrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.6

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Pellana Steakhouse

2. Magia Restaurant & Bar

3. The Babe

4. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

5. Post 1917 Steakhouse

6. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

7. Toscana Bar Italiano

8. Venetian Moon

9. Post

10. Rossetti Restaurant of Beverly

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