Best Seasonal Restaurants in Swampscott

We dined at Anthony’s Pier 4 Cafe for the first time recently on our wedding anniversary because our wedding reception (44 years ago) was at the original Anthony’s Pier 4 in Boston. We were a bit concerned by the use of the word “Cafe” in the name thinking it might be a disappointingly scaled down version of the Anthony’s we remembered. It is not. The restaurant is large, with first class furnishings and layout that are strikingly reminiscent of the original restaurant. It was pitch dark out at dinner time in late December so we could not see the water, but it is on the water and during daylight or early evening hours must be a beautiful view. The food was excellent (I had an end cut of prime rib that was excellent and my wife had swordfish which she found excellent as well). We shared the baked Alaska for dessert which was excellent. The remote location (from our home in West Roxbury) is the only thing that would keep us from being regulars. It will be top of the list for future anniversaries at a minimum, however.

Such a fun first hot pot meal experience at Pots in Peabody. Cool ambience and very clean. The quality and taste of the meat was excellent. we had the Tom yum and coconut chicken broth and loved both. The soup dumplings were delicious The teas we had were also Delicious. I felt the price was reasonable for the amount of food given as well as the great service. Will return

This was our 2nd time visiting from montreal and we were blown away again! Food 100. Service 2000. Xoxo jenn and jon

Em was a fabulous server. Food was delicious. Wines were good, not fantastic, but they grew on you. Fisherman’s Platter, fish and chips and lobster roll and clam strips were enjoyed by all. Overall a lovely evening.

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!!!