Restaurants in Gloucester

“We had a fabulous time at Oak to Ember. The staff was friendly and accommodating, Matthew and John in particular! The owner/chef Neal has created a fabulous menu. Best culinary experience we've had in a long time!”

“Beautiful views and delicious food! What should be better.”

“WOW. I was truly blown away with the quality and taste of this PERFECT Neapolitan style pizza. This pizza trailer is a must try if you are on, or near Cape Ann. There is plenty of free street parking near by while you wait for them to bake it in their brick oven or you call ahead for grab and go. I will certainly be back to try their fresh baked focaccia breads and every other pizza flavor they offer as well. This spot is 10/10 and it might have just become my favorite pizza spot in New England. Can’t wait to see where they end up getting a brick and mortar one day. Must try!”

“The best little breakfast place!!! 10/10 reccommend! ❤️❤️❤️❤️”

“The food is excellent WE HAD CHICKEN AND Stake every thing that we had is excellent”

“The food was SO good and our server was super sweet.”

“What a special experience last night was! I spent the evening with my 14 year old granddaughter and 7 others enjoying an evening we will never forget. My granddaughter felt the evening was one of the highlights of her summer. The food was unbelievable, the atmosphere was wonderful and our chef and hostess were incredible! I would recommend this experience to anyone who enjoys sushi!”

“On our Ladies Day out July 8, 2025, we picked Seaport Grille for our dinner spot. Beautiful ocean front setting. Can dine inside or out. I had the mussles appetizer over a side of linguini that came with 2 pieces of Garlic bread. Someone got the Lobster Roll. All the food and drinks were excellent. The waiter was spot on. Very clean. Highly recommend.”

“Wander in here on island time and have some dumplings and some big ole chicken that’s fried. Portions be big style and tastey.
PBR score 17 out 18 they do not have PBR but no one cares cause good island style restaurant.

Vegetarian options: Tofu”

“The best thing to hit Rocky Neck in a long time! We love this place!!!”

“As an expatriate of New England (Massachusetts and Maine) and an avid preparer & eater of fresh seafood all my life, I can categorically state that the shipment of lobsters and steamers we received last week from Intershell was the best we've ever had since I moved to the midwest 30 years or more ago. The lobsters were 2 1/2 pounders. They were lively, sweet, tender, and delicious. And despite their large size, the clams were clean (clear of grit) and *most importantly* tender and sweet. The seafood was very well packaged, arrived on time and, while not inexpensive, the price was competitive. The best seafood dinner we've had in years! We will definitely be ordering from you again!”

“We have been coming to Gloucester for 20+ years and just happened to find this gem. The food was fresh and plentiful and the staff was out of this world. This restaurant has now been added to our yearly list of places we visit. Thank you for a wonderful experience. A+++++++++”

“best boba tea great customer service”

“The lobster roll was delicious and the portions were big! All our kids enjoyed their meals too! The drinks were fabulous too!! 🥰”

“Loved it we went on a Sunday night they had some live music sat at the bar The food was excellent it was our first visit about tinder was first class The service was great with other servers serving food really neat oven area where you can sit and watch the kitchen we just moved to Gloucester a year ago and had yet been will be back”

“We were looking for ice cream places and this one popped up eventually! It should be everyone’s first choice! They have such unique and creative flavors. Never had better ice cream in my life. They deserve all of the hype and praise.”

“Amazing cannolis and cookies. This placed smelled delicious!! Love the little tables on the sidewalk! And the Italian music just added to the experience!”

“Chicken Salad is amazing. Good Iced Tea too”

“I just experienced exceptional customer service! To top it off I got to enjoy a generously filled lobster roll, on a grilled bun, along with fresh chips and a delightful pickle! Today is Tuesday, so it was less than $15! I am so grateful that I treated myself at Surfside tonight, after a long work day!

Parking: Parking lot”

“One of my favorite places, where I start my day. Best coffee on earth and cinnamons buns that are addicting 🤣 great food, coffee, and people.”

“The food is absolutely delicious and friendly customer service. One of my favorite place in this area highly recommend. ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Absolutely amazing food I honestly can’t say enough about them they are a gem in Gloucester!”

“I had the fishermen’s platter, wife had lobster carbonara, after starting with bang bang calamari. Food and service was both phenomenal!”

“Had an amazing dinner highly recommended.. I will definitely be back”

“Markouk is special! Clearly traditional, perfectly seasoned, priced conservatively and humbly presented, some of the best takeout available in Gloucester.”

“Best restaurant in Gloucester area … hands down”

“coffe was great, pastries were great staff very friendly, cozy on a cold rainy day.”

“Like our waitress say “ you can’t never go wrong with a Cataplana “ yes patrichia was right Delicious .”

“The Muffuletta Sandwich is amazing!”

“Oh my. We are from out of town. Immediately, we felt very welcome! The food was delicious. We have the 5 cheese dip, and burgers! It was all amazing. 2 people in our party got cake and it was so good. I ate more than I should have and am sooo full!”

“Absolutely amazing food the Clam Chowder was great and i had the BLT crispy juicy bacon and a macaroni salad first started with a toasted blueberry muffin with hot coffee the staff was friendly and always available to serve with a smile. Classic 80’s rock playing subtly in the background. Everyone just getting along like family. Will definitely recommend to everyone !”

“Among the best bread I have ever had! Call ahead, a day before to reserve your bread. Ideal for long-term residents but not so much those just passing through. If they delivered across the country their bread would always be my first and only choice.”

“Best kombucha I have ever had. I will never be able to drink the stuff at the supermarkets again. The stuff at the supermarkets only tastes like vinegar. The stuff made by P.C. Ferments has real flavor to it. I think my favorite is the spruce. Like Mountain Dew with out the sweet. Have with it something spicy with it and tell me what you think. The only downside is if you try it yourself you’ll realize the difference and you might not be able to go back to that supermarket wannabe, poser kombucha ever again. Cotton and coffee got lucky.”

“loved my tacos and will go back again!”

“The Northsiders live this Saturday night 8/26 will be performing. Come on down and enjoy the show!”

“Fantastic food and service. I would highly recommend.”

“I love hidden treasures! If I feel like a real treat….it’s their Thanksgiving roll up! Everyone is so pleasant & helpful! Yummy 🫶”

“Great neighborhood bakery and coffee shop. The lunch wraps & sandwiches are ⭐️ too”

“Went in without any type of reservation, staff served 10 girls and 6 adults quickly and correctly. Food was wonderful, staff was friendly. Will return next time we are in the area!”

“Their roast beef sandwich is the best I’ve ever had 😍 I won’t be going anywhere else when my roast beef cravings kick in.”

“excellent ice cream! ask for 1/2 a kiddie size and thank me later! huge portions!”

“Cafe Bishco ALWAYS has excellent, freshly made food. There are many healthy options & a great variety of smoothies & desserts, too. The staff is courteous & helpful. Located in a building in Gloucester's historic West End, the building is constructed of Cape Ann Granite & in decades long ago was a bank, an antique shop & other businesses. Best of all they deliver!”

“I’ve lived in Glosta close to 50 years and love a good pastry. Caffe Sicilia is my favorite place to go for a pick me up or a good craving. The cannolis IMHO are the best in town and I never discriminate when it comes to food.. Despite often being slammed with customers, the customer service is first rate. Want a good pastry? Think Caffe Sicilia it does not disappoint.”

“Consistently excellant service and food.”

“The bartender is awesome beautiful, so that's a W for sure but shes always dancing around and her vibes are contagious. Poors a hell of a drink and always smiling ! My favorite part is FRIDAYS when Dj skully is Blazing beats. Awesome spot.

Vegetarian options: Who cares it's a bar.. maybe icecubes?”

“Stopped by on a weekend trip to Rockport. Lunch soups and sandwiches were delicious. I wish I could have tried more of the prepared options. Also offered a nice variety of unique produce and cheeses. Maybe offerings were locally sourced which was nice to see.”

“Best place for ice cream in Rocky Neck on a hot day...alas after Labor Day just open Saturdays and Sundays. Lots of cool flavours scooped up by a cheerful blue-eyed blonde.A few tables outside with a harbour view. Parking can be dicey.”

“Our pizza was amazing - Grecian with a white sauce - Corey and Chris are wonderful hosts. Laid-back, eat in or get food to go. Make sure you stop in; you’ll be keep coming back!”

“Excellent linguica pizza”

“Weeks ago, their special of the day was a Fried Chicken sandwich plate on a cranberry roll. This was the best sandwich I’ve had there so far!! Wish they would bring it back but it hasn’t been on the specials since😬 The cranberry roll was fantastic!”

“Uncle Frank's is the BEST pizza in Gloucester!!! I also just had a steak & cheese sub there yesterday for lunch (american cheese, onions, peppers, mushrooms *ordered it well done!) IT WAS AWESOME!!! I did a minor carpentry job for them recently & grabbed a slice while there...FABULOUS! 😋 Their STAFF is exceptional too, very nice people! Highly recommend!!!”

“Such a beautiful spot to have coffee and a pastry while looking out at Gloucester Harbor. They bakery is easy to find ( within The Gloucester House ) plenty of parking and it smells delicious as you walk in. Some many choices for pastry’s , deserts , treats. There’s even a few gluten free items. Anything I’ve had from here has been delicious. I always share though 🧁”

“The Salt Water Grille is NOT closed now. We just had lunch there and it was magnificent. We had seafood over penne and a lobster roll and they were perfect. LOTS of seafood was on the penne. Perfect amount of sauce (not to much nor too little). And the garlic bread was over the moon too. We will definitely be back.”

“Great place to eat and the staff is very friendly”

“THE BEST LOBSTER anywhere! My must visit place to eat lobster when traveling North!”

“We have come twice a year for about 20’years! It is our Happy Place. The view is the best ever. I love looking out on Thatcher Island Twin Lights. Waves crashing on the Bass Rocks. The rooms are impeccably clean. The staff is always welcoming, friendly and helpful. The breakfast is the perfect start to the day.”

“My very particular frappe loving husband said the malted Vanilla frappe he had was the best one in town! Girls working were awesome too!”

“Top notch Cafe I meet the guys there every weekday morning for great coffee and good conversation!”

“My family eats here all the time, but this is my first time coming and I was blown away by the positive and sweet customer service, the cozy interior, and the quality of the food. The owner, Katie, was such a sweetheart. There are specials you can choose from as well as a curated menu with breakfast classics that everyone loves. I absolutely loved my time here, and I can’t wait to come back!”

“The regular girl who works here with the blonde hair and day brightening smile is amazing!! She goes above and beyond to make sure everything you order is make correct and most importantly made by someone who looks at it as more than just your daily coffee/drink but as your first pick me up of the day and something to look forward too when you get out of bed. She deserves a raise ??”

“How to enjoy life: 1. Go to Pratty's 2. Meet the guys from Wicked Tuna”

“Went on Monday with a group of 7. Everyone's meals were very good except for the order of steamers. The steamers were about 3 inches long (huge) and not cooked. There were a couple of them that had bellies that were pure mush - gross! The waitress did take them back and the manager took them off our bill. I will go back, but I will not order the steamers again. Too bad I was starving when we left lunch!”

“Everything is excellent .”

“Great night. Food was delicious and waitress was very attentive”

“10 stars 🌟 all around “ love the coffe love doing my job invoices in there with a grata ice cofee” the staff is amazing “ the best hospitality ❤️‍🔥 10 stars to Cal “ char” kaisrin “ gabby “ Keith “ they make my visit very pleasant and welcoming 😉”

“Quality of Interior Tasteful old New England Tribute to Fishermen Rooms are nice and clean. 1606 Restaurant best food Very clean Location right on public beach”

“Freshest fish i’ve ever had on the island!”

“As far as I’m concerned, this is the best Chinese food in Massachusetts. Been in mass almost three years now and every other place I tried sucked or was just not edible. Ocean garden is how Chinese food should taste.”

“We came as a family of 5 for lunch, the waitress was kind and smiling, the atmosphere in the restaurant is really pleasant and very clean. There are two huge screens in the area where you eat, which was a bit disturbing because they broadcast things that slightly disturbed us from eating...but the food was really tasty and fresh. Recommend”

“Great night. Food was delicious and waitress was very attentive”

“I recommend the deep dish spinach, garlic, bacon, sauge, feta pizza!!! Cooked to perfection, lots of flavor, my family absolutely devoured it!! I was so pleased I had to share some with my neighbors....and of course they loved it. Keep up the great work Leonardos!!!”

“Place was spotless. Drive up appeared to be busy from the inside but I could see the cars were moving along. I went inside so I didn't have to have my husband go thru the drive thru (he's not a coffee person) They were friendly and it only took about 2 mins to get my coffee. It's on a busy street, a corner and it was difficult to take a left out of the parking lot but I would definitely go again!”

“an old school sweet pizza shop in a great city ..the vibes are family. thank you for letting me fold the boxes in 98. I would run to this spot any day or night.”

“First time here we’ll be back!”

“love the owner and we got our food fast and it was delicious. I've been going to the pilot house for years and will be back again!○○○○○”

“First chance I've had to do breakfast at Zeke's, and I was not disappointed. Great stick to the ribs food in a friendly if somewhat zany atmosphere. I'll be back on my next trip to Gloucester.”

“service was great pizza was delicious”

“this is the best place to eat”

“Food was amazing and very generously proportioned. Staff was friendly and prompt.”