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Reviews on Bar food in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, United States. Manchester-by-the-Sea (or simply Manchester) is a town on Cape Ann, in Essex County, Massachusetts, in the United States. The town is known for scenic beaches and vista points. At the 2010 census, the town population was 5,136.
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10. 525 Magnolia Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Magnolia is a beautiful seaside village of Gloucester, located just north of Boston. The Magnolia 525 Tavern is a great place to meet friends, old and new, a local's hometown tavern. Open Tuesday - Sunday 5pm to close (9-10pm dinner stops, stay for drinks
Reviewed By Don W
It has been a while since we have eaten at 525. We had a terrific meal. We started off with their smaller Caesar Salad. Glad we ordered small. It was a generous salad with fresh greens, crouton and a light-hand on the dressing. Perfect way to start off our meal. My wife ordered their season miso glazed chicken and rice bowl. It was delicious with the glaze imparting a pleasant and unique taste balance with the rice and vegetables. I had their signature soy and root beer marinaded steak tips with mashed potatoes and green beans. The tips were tender and flavorful. The mashed potatoes were dressed with bacon and the green beans were fresh and prepared al dente. For dessert, we shared the upside down apple pie in a jar. A perfect end to an excellent meal. We definitely had a wonderful return and plan to be back again, soon. For a final note, our server, Aja, was friendly, informative and helpful.Thank you so much! So happy you enjoyed everything and thanks for taking the time to review us, we so appreciate it!
9. Shea's Riverside Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Enzalina
We love Shea's! I love that I can get fantastic gluten free food and not worry about getting sick. I love that the drinks taste like you are getting the appropriate amount of alcohol and not some watered down liquid. I love that the servers are friendly and attentive. Our last visit Jason was our server and he was the best. The calamari was so good. The salmon cooked perfectly. My husband is a snob when eating beef out but he said the steak tips were delicious. We love the atmosphere outside and look forward to coming back again. I do have to say though, and it's the reason I didn't give it 5 stars is your hosts stink! It never use to be this way. We walked in this Friday evening and the host took one look at us and walked AWAY!! Luckily, our friends were already there so we just went off to find them. You need some better hosts!
8. Seaport Grille
Overall Ratings
4 based on 955 reviews
Our menu offers a wide range of delectable cuisines made with the freshest ingredients including surf & turf options, classic American plates, Italian-inspired dishes, world-famous desserts and much more. Amongst our 18-seat bar we have 4 wide screen TVâs
Reviewed By 438AnnA
I usually only give 4 or 5 star reviews. The Seaport Grill was just - mediocre. Yes, there are big portions , but big portions of blah food. I can only base this on one experiene there. First, our waiter was very welcoming, so happy to see us, cheerul cheerful. And then he barely appeared again. We had to ask other waiters for another drink, etc. huh ??I had the â Mexicanâ haddock. I am a New Englander and I know I like haddock. This was a bland piece of fish with what could best be called a â hunkâ of avocado next to it. Not sliced avocado or guacamole, just a lump of avocado. The plate also had some very bland ( out of a jar?) salsa next tomthe fish. Tasteless. The whole thing was a sad presentation.My husband had the baked stuffed lobster, a dish he has ordered many times here and there. He said it was overcooked with tough shrimp in it. OK, not poison, but poorly prepared.The only thing that kept us from registering a complaint was that a second waiter ( not â ourâ missing waiter)brought us a second glass of wine and it was a big pour.So, disappointing. Go there if:OK food is ok with you.Presentation doesnt matter.You want a big portion or not poisonous food.Sorry.We are sorry to hear you were disappointed in your visit and we fell short of our usual high standards. Your feedback is appreciated and we sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you experienced. We encourage you to reach out to us directly at [email protected] in order to further discuss you experience.
7. Topside Grill and Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1095 reviews
Topside Grill offers Seafood, Italian, American Comfort food. Fresh simple good food. We are not trying to impress you with ingredients you've never heard of, we prepare local food the way we hope you'll enjoy it. Harbor views in our dinning room and a fu
Reviewed By Ashley P
Oysters were good, menu selection was great. We loved the baked oysters during the Oyster Tuesday! Bartender Tyler was awesome! Oyster shooters were amazing! Tad spicy but good! Clam chowder was to die for!
6. C.K. Pearl
Overall Ratings
4 based on 209 reviews
Reviewed By MrsK8Ball
This restaurant is confused. I am not sure if they are fancy or if they are a wanna be dive bar. Now... don't get me wrong... the food was pretty good. We ordered a bunch of shareables and fish tacos. The prices were decent for the amount of food and drink we got. The dessert my husband loved which was raspberry shortcake from the chef's backyard. The waiter even whispered it was a good choice. The grits dish had popcorn on it not sure what that did for the dish. Overall we would visit again over a longer stay.
5. Blue Marlin Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 184 reviews
Reviewed By Meredith T
Essex and Gloucester, Massachusetts are loaded with great little restaurants. On a sultry summer Sunday when one of our group was craving fried seafood, all the usual places came to mind. As we cruised past one after another, the lines seemed to grow longer. Finally, fighting the hunger that was becoming ravenous, we made The Blue Marlin our last stop. There was about a thirty-minute wait, but waiting is made very pleasant. There are outdoor benches, benches in the entry, and another inside by the reception desk where we finally plunked our weary selves. Art by local muralists covers the walls, and the decor echoes the name. Everything sure was blue! The bar was hoppin' with lots of locals and groups at the hi-top tables. Our foursome of tall people opted for a booth in the dining room. Great bar, with a wide selection of beer and ale, more limited wine offerings. Service and attention were excellent, yet not intrusive. One of our party had the fried combo plate, with golden crispy onion rings, fries, fried scallops, shrimp, and haddock, as well as a cup of chowder. We prefer the thicker chowders, which this was. Another had the shrimp plate, which is almost like the combo, but with only shrimp. A third deviated from the seafood theme and had steak, which was perfectly done and very good. The fourth member of our group had the coconut shrimp "appetizer," which was really a meal in itself. Six golden butterflied shrimp came with a tasty, tangy sauce hard to resist.This is a comfortable, casual, friendly place that serves great food
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4. Village Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 306 reviews
*Now taking reservations for large group functions September-April* BONS winners for fried clams and clam chowder we serve classic New England seafood with recipes dating back to 1956. Featuring 12 specialty home made desserts, local fresh (never frozen)
Reviewed By Classydiner
The people at the little maritime museum across the way recommended this restaurant. We were looking for a late afternoon snack. It looks like a diner from the outside. It is gigantic inside. Many rooms. Our snack turned into a great fried Ipswich Belly clam lunch/dinner. One platter was enough for us to share with a cup of chowder to start. I rarely get fried clams, as they are usually small, and stringy. These were nice big belly clams and fresh. Two sides came with it. The slaw was very good and we got the green beans. The cornbread was like a dessert! Service was friendly and attentive. Drink refills came when needed.
3. Hale Street Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By CaraMHutchins
This always popular restaurant is patronized by people of all ages. Be prepared to wait for a table but the scene is so lively the time passes by very quickly. A word of caution, Wednesday is the very crowded Wing Night and the wait can be more than an hour. The staff is friendly, the service quick and the food solid.Dear P.G, Thank you so much for the compliment! Wing night is always crowded but we are very pleased to know you were met with a fast and friendly service when you arrived at your table.Best wishes, Tyler AustinAssistant General Manager Hale Street Tavern & Oyster Bar
2. Windward Grille Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 241 reviews
Antique New England farmhouse with 1800's barn attached. Fireplaces lit during the winter months. Large rustic bar with high-top seating around bar area. Booth and table seating available in several dining rooms. Special value priced specials available Mo
Reviewed By Joshrazz
Come here weekly with my family or just the wife. Amazing food consistently from the steak to the seafood to the drinks everything is prestine. Wonderful wait staff always the same faces. Feel so welcome every time I come in. Specials are always on point.
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1. Cala's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By colleenbrookexo
This restaurant has a great atmosphere - a dining room and a bar with high tops. The service was wonderful. We were greeted immediately, and we were checked on numerous times while dining. The menu is average, and pricing is not bad. It was just nothing special. I got a burger, which was cooked properly, but it was an average burger. My boyfriend got the fish and chips, and the portion of fish was very small - two small cutlet-sized pieces. It was just average.Dear Coleen, We are happy to read you were comfortable at Cala's and the service exceeded your expectations! Thank you for the feedback on the burger and size of the fish, we will absolutely pass that on to the chef. Lauren Manager Calas
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