Location: Salisbury
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Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Salisbury. Salisbury is a small coastal beach town and summer tourist destination in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. The community is a popular summer resort beach town situated on the Atlantic Ocean, north of Boston on the New Hampshire border. It is home to the new Salisbury Beach Boardwalk, full of souvenir shops, restaurants, cafes, arcades and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The population was 8,283 at the 2010 census. Parts of town comprise the census-designated place of Salisbury.
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10. Sea Level Oyster Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By KimGTravels
We grabbed a table by the firepit, joining two couples who were traveling separately from nearby areas. One couple arrived by boat, the other by car. Together we exchanged travel tips over cocktails, with nearby water views. Tables are available inside as well as in front, with views of this beautiful brick historic town and its abundant flowers. We were enchanted by the venue, and would recommend the Sea Level Oyster Bar based solely on atmosphere and location. This bustling restaurant and bar appeared to us to be the most popular, sought out spot to enjoy historic Newburyport and all that it has to offer. I wish that we had dined here.
9. The All American Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Jeff S
Make that a seafood platter for 2 is more like for 4. So much food and seafood come on the overwhelming size platter. Clams, shrimp, scallops and haddock are in overabundance on the plate. Scallops were sweet and large. Cooked to perfection with all the tenderness and not any rubbery fried food feel. Clams were good size bellies and the fish was moist and flaky. If you are trying to eat health, run the other way or order a salad instead of the fries.
8. The Deck
Overall Ratings
4 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By NH_Joe
My wife and I (two older folks, long time New Englanders) stopped in for lunch on a Friday for no other reason than we saw their bill board sign while driving from the north towards Newburyport. Right on the harbor, great views, open bar/table seating. I had the fried combo - two choices of the 4 offered (fish, scallops, whole belly clams, or shrimp). I chose the clams & scallops and they were some of the best tasting that I've ever had in my 50 years of eating fried seafood. A bit on the pricey side ($30 for a lunch meal), but well worth it, taste-wise. My wife had the scrimp tacos, and she raved about the pineapple sauce. Service was attentive. A great choice for a stop along the seacoast.
7. The Poynt
Overall Ratings
4 based on 225 reviews
Welcome! The Poynt is thrilled to be up and running in downtown Newburyport! We are serving up a unique menu unlike anything else in town that includes a little something for everyone! Our menu includes dishes, created by our Chef Peter Hansen, inspired b
Reviewed By Robert N
We have eaten at the Poynt a few times, it has a nice location and atmosphere with a lively bar area. Very modern, open layout.The food has been consistently good and the service excellent. The only downside is that it can be difficult to hold a conversation, as is common in these open layouts. Now I would only go for lunch or if I knew it was going to be less busy.Hi Robert,We are glad you enjoy our atmosphere, food and service. We understand it can get quite noisy when we are busy! Be sure to visit us for lunches on Thursdays & Fridays during the summer. Thank you for taking the time to review us, we appreciate the feedback.Thanks,Katie
6. Hungry Traveler
Overall Ratings
4 based on 227 reviews
Reviewed By Tom P
The owner of the Hungry Traveler is a very poor and hostile person and restaurant manager. As a patron, I watched the owner come out and chastise an elderly couple about an overcooked hamburger they had sent back because they had ordered it medium rare! He actually threatened the couple saying that "I better not see you back here again" All this in front of his other restaurant customers. I was appalled to see and hear such behavior by a restaurant owner. We will never go back there again and I believe the consensus of all the people in the restaurant, that saw and heard what he said and how he said it, will never go back either. My advice for all new and existing customers ...STAY AWAY!
5. Michael's Harborside
Overall Ratings
4 based on 603 reviews
Reviewed By travelmakesUrich
This is a great location, and they've landscaped so that it's beautiful outside as well. They had some great choices in terms of food, and what we had was really good - lobster bisque had plenty of lobster in it, and the lobster roll was delicious. However, the service was slow (our server disappeared at times - one time to bring me water, which never materialized) and the lack of cleanliness was really off-putting. I've attached a photo of some sort of fixture hanging from overhead our table - and it's covered in cobwebs. Long, drippy cobwebs. (In early September - this wasn't a Halloween decoration). And a bug in the sink in the bathroom which I reported to the people at the host stand who could not have cared less.There's such potential there - I want to believe that at dinner time the service would better, but there's still the issue of the cobwebs, which didn't happen overnight.Hello, and thank you for writing about our establishment. I'm happy you enjoyed your food and our views. Being an indoor / outdoor restaurant, we do open ourselves to insects coming in, despite precautions we take such as air blowers above doorways. I'm sorry you felt the host did not care about your observation, but I do recall a host getting me for that exact reason in September. Whether it was your instance or another I am not sure. Thank you again for coming to see us and we hope you will come by the next time you are in the area. Regards,Beau
4. Black Cow
Overall Ratings
4 based on 668 reviews
Reviewed By Nancy505
We enjoyed eating at this restaurant close to the waterfront. The place was bustling on a Saturday evening, but we were able to get an inside table. Wine by the glass was pricey, although the serving was generous. I ordered flounder, which was really fresh and came with a heap of garlic potatoes and squash. Our server was great, however, as she cleared the table, she broke my husband's water glass. An unfortunate accident that she apologized profusely for.
3. Seaglass Oceanfront Restaurant & Lounge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 443 reviews
Spectacular. The view and the menu. Fresh interpretations of classic American cuisine in a beach chic setting - this is Seaglass, an upscale casual destination dining experience on the Atlantic Ocean in Salisbury. Ideal for an intimate dinner by the sea,
Reviewed By dana k
Impersonal atmosphere. Halibut and swordfish dishes were good but certainly not outstanding. The creme brûlée dessert ranked among the worst Iâve ever been served.
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2. Brine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 296 reviews
Welcome To Brine! Newburyport's First Oyster, Crudo and Chop Bar! We have differant oysters available each and every day, the freshest seafood selections, and prime beef selections from the butcher. Enjoy live shucking behind our bar as well as intriguing
Reviewed By HonestAndFair14
Wow...didnât think there could be more uncomfortable seating in an eating establishment. We sat at the bar before dinner and had to turn sideways as there wasnât enough âlipâ to sit comfortably. It looks as though they tried to extend it by screwing a piece of metal on...but it was a feeble and unsuccessful attempt.The table seating wasnât much better and the persons in our party that sat on the isle were continually brushed by the hips and asses of the servers as they walked by.In terms of the service and fare....meh. Servings were very small and standard in taste. The meals came out slowly but the server came over 3 times to see if we needed additional drinks. When the food came out it was lukewarm...like they were trying to get us to order more drinks before we ate...we prefer to eat our meals sober thank you.The prices were very high and the value was extremely low. We left hungry and annoyed...at the uncomfortable seating, the pushing of drinks, the pedestrian food, and exorbitant prices. No fun AT ALL.
1. Park Lunch
Overall Ratings
4 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By FBSLB
Good food, courteous staff, fair prices. Full of locals which usually means consistent food quality. We always look for a restaurant with a lot of locals. We had chicken salad and tuna salad. Pretty normal fair. The freshness was noticeable. The chicken salad was homemade. The place was packed for lunch and it was past 2:00 oâclock. An Enjoyable quick meal.
