Restaurants near Essex River

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1. The Farm Bar and Grille - Essex

4.5

Awesome(253)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Essex

Booked 3 times today

Located on Western Avenue (Route 22) in Essex, The Farm Bar & Grille serves traditional American comfort food, barbecue dishes, extensive spirits and a large selection of wines and beers. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and has an outdoor dining area for those who prefer a more lively casual dining experience.

2. 35 Beach

4.8

Exceptional(95)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manchester-by-the-Sea

Booked 5 times today

Come experience the fresh flavors of New England at 35 Beach. Our local seafood dishes with an Italian and Japanese influence are sure to please, and our bar has something for everyone. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience!

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3. 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1778)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Gloucester

Booked 18 times today

Voted Best of North Shore Magazine Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best Waterview Dining" and Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best AlFresco Dining".Delicious cuisine with ocean views. Located on the second-floor, our restaurant and bar offers an oceanfront dining deck showcasing New England coastal dining at its best. Celebrate delicious Modern American cuisine with fresh local ingredients by our Chef and his culinary team. The tasteful décor, seaside vistas and comfortable atmosphere provide a dining experience unlike any other in the area. Relax and unwind in cozy elegance at the oceanfront bar, by the fireplace or out by the firepit on the deck, or dine on our fresh catch at our new oyster bar. With a plenty of seats to encourage community gatherings, enjoy a light-hearted take on the region’s culinary delights.

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4. Mile Marker One Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1863)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Gloucester

Booked 4 times today

Mile Marker One waterfront restaurant offers four season indoor dining and igloo dining on the marina with stunning views of fishing boats, some you'll recognize from television. We offer the freshest seafood, locally sourced direct from fishermen. The grass fed beef is amazing and you're never going to leave our restaurant hungry. We have fresh local clams, fresh local lobster, hake, halibut, and a stunning lobster grilled cheese sandwich with sage butter. We're about friends, family, fun and we even have music some Wednesdays. Local bartenders are always coming up with new drinks like our signature "Purple Rain." We host the Blue Fin Blowout each year in July.

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5. Rossetti Restaurant of Beverly

4.7

Exceptional(1836)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Beverly

Booked 24 times today

Nestled in Beverly, Rossetti Restaurant offers a delightful mix of classic Italian flavors and modern culinary innovation. This family-owned gem, with a legacy spanning generations, provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for every guest. As you enter, the enticing aroma of freshly baked bread and simmering sauces welcomes you. The contemporary decor, featuring high ceilings and spacious seating, enhances your dining experience. Our menu showcases a diverse array of dishes, all made with the finest ingredients and a commitment to authentic Italian cuisine. Begin your meal with our grilled pizza, topped with blue cheese, balsamic vinegar, local honey, caramelized onions, mozzarella, and chives. For a classic, try the Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Scampi, prepared with the freshest seafood and a hint of family-secret magic. For your main course, savor our pasta dishes, including the Braciole, a traditional beef dish rolled with herbs, or the flavorful Eggplant Parmesan, a vegetarian delight. Join us for a memorable dining experience at Rossetti Restaurant.

6. Post

4.6

Exceptional(167)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hamilton

Booked 15 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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7. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2684)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Salem

Booked 33 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.

8. Seaport Grille

4.8

Exceptional(634)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Gloucester

Booked 24 times today

Seaport Grille at Cruiseport Gloucester is located directly on the harbor with two decks for classic waterview dining. Our menu offers a wide range of delectable cuisines made with the freshest ingredients -including traditional New England seafood, surf & turf options, classic American plates, world-famous desserts and much more. Within the backyard of our restaurant lies the inner harbors of Gloucester, home to the oldest working waterfront in America. During the warmer months, you and your guests may want to experience dining on our outdoor deck or even our covered deck where you’ll feel the warm breeze and soak in the summer sounds of the harbor. Come for the menu, stay for the vibe!*ORDER TAKEOUT HERE: https://eat.chownow.com/discover/restaurant/31809 *

9. Mai Tai Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(82)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Marblehead

Booked 7 times today

Here at the Mai Tai Lounge we offer high-quality cuisine and service. There is no limit to the type of dishes that are served. Using the freshest ingredients available we offer dishes like our Filet Mignon, Chilean Sea Bass, Lobster Pad Thai, Farfalle with Wild Mushroom, and many other dishes. The Mai Tai Lounge offers the finest handcrafted cocktails hands-down, drinks like our Snapchat Worthy, Best Mistake Ever, and the Yacht Club. Not to mention our list of eight differently designed Mai Tais. The restaurant has been designed to provide a high level of comfort and an overall relaxing ambience. The Mai Tai team is excited to welcome you to come sit down, relax and focus on family, friends, and the present moment.

10. Fox Creek Tavern

4.2

Awesome(696)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Ipswich

Booked 6 times today

Comfort tavern food in an upscale atmosphere, featuring our Patio which is more than a slice of perfection!

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Fred
Southwest Florida •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1606 is our go to for a consistent outstanding dining experience in all aspects every time.
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1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• American• Gloucester
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4.7
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Jennifer
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
An absolutely beautiful evening with a lovely server! Raw oysters were delicious. The shrimp cocktail was delicious and the 4 shrimp were HUGE! We were served the wrong drink but they made it right when we asked about it. The shrimp and lobster scampi were amazing on a bed of fresh fettuccine. Extensive drink menu. We both decided to drink our dessert — Irish coffee and a pistachio martini that is one of the best drinks I’ve had in a long time!! The igloo was very comfortable, temperature was easily regulated and they had extra blankets for a wrap or lap, if you felt like it was needed. Not cheap but I think it was worth it for the quality, quantity and overall atmosphere. (I’ve dined here in the summer when it is very busy and this is a totally different vibe. Both are excellent.)
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Mile Marker One RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Gloucester
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4.8
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JohnL
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Jen is the best bartender ever We never are disappointed
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PostPrice: Moderate• American• Hamilton
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4.6
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MelanieVIP
Greater Boston •17 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
We loved our first dining experience here and will be back. Such a gem!
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35 BeachPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manchester-by-the-Sea
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4.8
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Carolyn
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 30, 2025
The food and service is always perfect. Everything is fresh and delicious
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The Farm Bar and Grille - EssexPrice: Moderate• American• Essex
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4.5

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