Restaurants near Kiley Playground

Let me start by saying that we ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE. Ledger is our go to place for special occasions, and we will continue to be back. On this visit however, there were a few minor issues that we haven't previously experienced here. The Popovers, an absolute must everytime we come, were a touch overcooked and tasted it. Also the cocktails at $15 a pop shouldn't be 80% ice in my opinion. And while I understand that this place features the grill on the kitchen, the vegetable medley on my chicken entree had several pieces of delecata squash that were beyond a good char. As mentioned, I'm sure this is a "one off" experience, as nothing like this has ever happened before, but I believe in honest feedback as a way to grow and improve, not necessarily just to be critical. I've appreciated this place for the better part of the last 7 or 8 years, and know that everything can't be perfect everytime, no matter how hard we try. Chef Daniel, and this culinary team are very skilled (there's a reason he was previously nominated for a James Beard award), and the FOH staff is always attentive and welcoming!

Veal saltimbocca was amazing. Tiramisu was also good. Bartenders were attentive and accommodating when I wanted gnocchi instead of linguine. Portion was worth the reasonable cost of meal. Will be back again.

Café Paradiso never disappoints! The freshness and quality and variety of food offerings is outstanding. Kudos to one of the best bartenders ever, Kim, thank you for some really wonderful drinks consistently! I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. The staff makes you feel like part of the family. It’s one of our favorite places.

Despite being quite busy on the Valentine day, service and food were excellent. We had fried eggplant for an appetizer and both had Chilean sea bass special for the entree. Service timing was perfect. My only request would be a bit better choice of white wine by the glass variety. Other than that, all good. With a parking lot across the street Rossetti is great. Will come again.

We like Anthony's Pier 4 Cafe and try to eat there when we are in Swampscott. The food is always very good and the views are great.