Eat & Drink | The Salem Visitor

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Best Breakfast

A&J King Artisan Bakers

Fresh-baked breads, pastries, and coffee in a cozy artisan bakery.

Red's Sandwich Shop

Classic Salem diner known for hearty breakfasts and local favorites.

Odd Meter

Small-batch coffee and creative drinks in a modern Salem café.

Crave

Comfort food breakfasts and brunch favorites in the heart of Salem.

Best Lunch

Maitland Farm

Farm-fresh bites and snacks with a Salem-made twist.

A&J King Artisan Bakers

Small-batch coffee and light lunch plates in a modern café setting.

Sea Level Oyster Bar

Waterfront lunch spot with seafood favorites and harbor views.

Jolie Tea Company

A refined destination for high tea, light bites, and over 200 varieties of loose-leaf tea.

Longboards

Gourmet flatbreads and sandwiches steps from the water.

Best Dinner

Settler

New American cuisine emphasizing locally sourced ingredients and creative plates.

Adriatic

Cozy neighborhood spot with hearty comfort food and a strong local vibe.

Ledger

Inventive New England dishes and cocktails in a grand historic bank building.

Crazy Good Kitchen

A local favorite known for incredible comfort foods, gourmet burgers, and a vibrant atmosphere.

Bernadette

Intimate bistro-style dining with seasonal plates and a thoughtful wine list.

Best Pizza

Essex N.Y. Pizza

Classic New York-style thin crust pies and giant slices in the heart of Salem.

Bambolina

Wood-fired Neapolitan pies featuring seasonal toppings and artisan crust.

Georgia's Pizza

Deeply satisfying traditional pies with a generous amount of fresh ingredients.

Best Cocktails

Mercy Tavern

Neighborhood favorite with creative cocktails and a laid-back Salem vibe.

All Souls Lounge

Vintage vibes and classic cocktails in a cozy, intimate lounge.

Ledger

Innovative cocktails and historic grandeur in a beautifully restored bank building.

Bernadette

Elegant, intimate bar with seasonal cocktails and a refined atmosphere.

Best Beers

Notch Brewing

Riverside beer garden specializing in session beers and easy-drinking lagers.

East Regiment

Veteran-owned brewery pouring bold, small-batch beers in downtown Salem.

Mercy Tavern

Neighborhood hangout with rotating taps and a lively local crowd.

Far From The Tree

Unique hand-crafted ciders made from local Massachusetts apples.

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