15 Best American Restaurants in Salem

Mercy Tavern American • $$
148 Derby St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Crock of New England Clam Chowder
Baked Mac N Cheese
Pumpkin Ravioli
Tzatziki Fries
Grilled Cheese
Truffle Fries
Garlic Fries
Mercy Burger
Reuben
Fried

“Just bellied up to Austin's copper bar for some yummy lunch. This cozy place, clearly reeking of history and warm vibes, served amazing portions and great flavors. I'm a Reuben fanatic. Mercy served up just what you'd want in a Reuben! My seasonal veggie side was fresh and flavorful without becoming soggy or bland. Respect. Thankfully, my friend order the fries. These were special- truffle and Parmesan russets perfectly fried to crispy yet still soft and warm inside. The big surprise was when I noticed whole garlic cloves roasted and scattered throughout! Amazing. Local and some far delicious tap selections rounded out our experience (I had a Guinness). Thanks so much Austin at Mercy! You've got a great thing going! We will be back!“

4.6 Superb163 Reviews
Settler New American • $$$
2 Lynde St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Harissa Spiced Steak Tartare
Charred Spanish Octopus
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Crispy Herb Falafel
Basque Cheesecake
Lucky Lips Oyster
Whipped Ricotta
Chocolate Cake
Sourdough Loaf
Hanger Steak

“My wife gets all the credit for introducing me to this restaurant. I didn't know what to expect, but definitely one of the best restaurants I've been to in Massachusetts. This place isn't just great food, but also extremely friendly staff. I unfortunately didn't think to take photos, but we got the whipped ricotta and shared the salad. I got the chicken dish and my wife the pasta. Everything was amazing. It does seem like the dishes are on a fairly frequent rotation so new dishes pop up unless I'm mistaken. Highly recommend trying this place out and make sure you get reservations as there is limited seating.“

4.7 Superb96 Reviews
DOTTY & RAYS DINER American • $
112 North St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Ham or Breakfast Sausage
Cinnamon French Toast Combo
Beacon Egg and Home Fries
Italian Eggs Benedict
Mickey Mouse Pancake
Homemade Hash
French Fries
BBQ Burger

“Excellent food at a fair price in a friendly atmosphere. Most of my visits are for breakfast. I'm always in a hurry and they serve quickly. You feel like you are in a place where all the locals go. I intend to try their lunch menu and now hear they do dinners. Very affordable . Important to me since I am on Social Security. I highly recommend.“

4.8 Superb96 Reviews
Olde Main Street Pub Gastropubs • $$
121 Essex St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Fish and Chips Homemade Coleslaw and Tartar Sauce
Steak Tips Mashed Potatoes
Steak Tips and Fish
Bangers and Mash
Chicken Sandwich
Arugula Salad
Mushroom Stew
Bread Pudding
Fish & Chips
The Burger

“We had the best experience yesterday at Olde Main Street Pub. We sat outside and it was great people and dog watching. We started with the curry fries, which we had never had but the server encouraged the choice..it was delicious. I had salmon with summer succotash and my husband loved the curry so much, he ordered the veggie pub curry with chicken. Service was fantastic, very friendly, polite and informative. We will definitely come back.“

4.6 Superb105 Reviews
Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill Sports Bar • $$
105 Canal St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Steak & Cheese Egg Rolls
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Field Goal Fries
Chicken Fingers
Sidelines Wings
Ultimate Nachos
Chicken Wings
Fried Pickles
Waffle Fries
Cheeseburger

“Casual sports bar with a full menu of food and drinks. Creative cocktails and lots of beers on tap, classic bar fare like burgers, wings, and pizza. Entrees and salads also available. Service can be slow at busy times and can be loud on game days.“

4.5 Superb155 Reviews
Rockafellas Restaurant Bar & Grill • $$
231 Essex St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

New England Style Crab Cakes
Fig and Prosciutto Flatbread
New England Clam Chowder
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Mac and Cheese
Buffalo Chicken
Crab Cake blt
Onion Rings
Fish Tacos
Salad

“10/10 Five Stars All the Accolades We had a group of 20- 13 kids and seven adults- and our service was TOP NOTCH. They seated us together right away. Brought our food out together and quickly. Understood that we had picky kids and worked with us every step of the way. The food is amazing. The cocktails were cute. The kids had root beer floats, so it was fun for them, too! I always come back because of their food, but their service has made this a staple of mine for every trip to Salem from now on!!“

4.4 Superb166 Reviews
April's II Restaurant American • $
400 Highland Ave, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Traditional Eggs Benedict
Homemade Corned Beef Hash
Spinach and Feta Omelet
Dominican Egg Benedict
Buttermilk Pancakes
Dominican Benedict
Eggs and Bacon
April Burger
French Toast
Home Fries

“Food portions are generous, service is impeccable, staff creates a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. Peek times expect a wait but it is worth it. May even catch April herself enjoying a meal with her family. The food has a quality you can only get from a small family owned buissness. Every one has a smile from the moment you are greeted at the door, the waitstaff, food runners, all give service with a smile.“

4.5 Superb71 Reviews
Ugly Mug Diner Diner • $
122 Washington St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Duck and Waffles and Fruit Stuffed French Toast
Classic Eggs Benedict with Griddled Ham
Scotch Egg Breakfast
Blueberry Pancakes
Breakfast Sandwich
Omelette Fillings
Breakfast Burrito
Huevos Rancheros
Cowboy Breakfast
Breakfast Poutine

“We came for my sons birthday breakfast. The women who sat us was lovely It was early and I was craving a burger. I asked if it was too early. The server was so pleasant and accommodating. He made my son the best hot cocoa ever ! We can't wait to return ! Fun place!!“

4.3 Superb187 Reviews
Maria's Place American • $
10 Jefferson Ave, Salem

Customers` Favorites

With Bacon Ham or Sausage
Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
With Sausage Patties
Raisin French Toast
Veggie Omelette
Eggs Any Style
Belgian Waffle
Home Fries
Fried Egg
Pancakes

“Unpretentious breakfast & lunch spot that is busy for a reason, and hasn't disappointed us in 20+years. It's a local family-friendly, multi-generational favorite.Here we adore the omlettes made from eggs that are evenly cooked with interior fillings tucked just short of bursting; fork-tender, lightly seasoned homefries that are knife-cut from red-bliss potatoes with the skins left on; cornbeef hash made from scratch; big pancakes and French toasts made to order.The short order cooks are impressively in constant motion as they work the busy griddlle. If you like to watch this activity, they are not in a hidden kitchen.Friendly servers are unobtrusive and everything prepared reaches you hot. Your coffee will be refilled without question.This is a homey-style establishment where you exit with a full belly and [the only drawback from 5 stars] is you smell like the kitchen. In the spring and summer there are a few outdoor tables.When driving up, if the parking lot seems full, expect a 10-15+ min wait. Just find a spot on the side/rear lot and be patient.Parking: Read the lot signs to avoid parking in other business' spots (so you don't get towed away).Kid-friendliness: There are high-chairs for kiddos. Drinks for kids are served with lids and straws.“

4.6 Superb45 Reviews
Finz Salem Seafood • $$
86 Wharf St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Yellowfin Black and White Sesame Tuna
Lobster Roll with Housemade Chips
Lobster California Roll Cooked
Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
New England Clam Chowder
Rhode Island Calamari
Crab Stuffed Haddock
Finz Clam Chowder
Seafood Paella
Crab Nachos

“Had a great dinner here with my family. Service was awesome, ordered a couple different special sushi rolls(booster shot, Mt Fuji, and one that was purple but I forget the name) and the presentation was absolutely incredible. They were delicious as well! Restaurant was clean and plenty of space at the table. I will be coming back here next time I'm in Salem.Kid-friendliness: Server and staff were great handling my six year old, brought her food out with our appetizer and she loved the ice cream sandwich dessert that is a part of the kids menu.“

4.2 Good345 Reviews
The Lobster Shanty Bar • $$
25 Front St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Connecticut Style Lobster Roll
Traditional Lobster Roll
Nova Scotia Poutine
Lobster Rolls Hot
Lobster Martini
Spicy Crab Cake
Fish & Chips
Fried Pickles
Clam Chowder
Tater Tots

“Amazing lobster roll, best lemonade i've ever had, and great passionate service from an amazing waiter who looked like he loved his job.We were here for the inspiring Peabody Essex Museum and left pleasantly suprised with the small but cozy resturant we ended up finding.“

4.2 Good155 Reviews
The Derby Restaurant & Bar American • $$
189 Washington St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Derby Burger and Fries
Chicken & Waffles
Bacon Biscuits
Loaded Nachos
Fish & Chips
Chowder
Wings
hp

“We are dinner here. Deviled egg appetizer and pretzel app. Both were very tasty.My husband ordered Big Mac tacos and it was plenty of food for him. He liked them. Descent portion sizes. My daughter enjoyed her grilled cheese. I ordered sliders that came with fries and tiny milk shake. (Which my child said was delicious) I got a sip it was good.5 people with dinner drinks and apps for $160It's a good deal I think. No pictures we were too hungry.“

4.2 Good133 Reviews
Tin Whistle American • $$
241 Jefferson Ave, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings with Carolina Gold Sauce
Carolina Gold BBQ Chicken Wings
Steak Tips with Rice Pilaf
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Steak Bomb Sub or Wrap
Hand Cut Steak Fries
Baked Mac and Cheese
Castile Hill Burger
Steak Tip Dinner
Steak Bomb Wrap

“Staff was really nice.We were 4 and we shared:-Buffalo chicken nuggets (just ok, good enough)-Mac&cheese: we liked it, but not as good as the steak tips and ribs.-??Steak tips with curly fries (both delicious)???-??BBQ baby back ribs (awesome) ???“

4.4 Superb37 Reviews
Longboards Restaurant & Bar American • $$
76 Wharf St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Roll and Tater Tots
Cup Lobster Corn Chowder
Lobster Grilled Cheese
Essex Flatbread Pizza
Beer Selection
Pretzel Sticks
Lobster Sliders
Scorpion Shot
Garden Salad
Quesadillas

“My friends and I are all regulars at LBs and have been since before the move. Longboards is much more than an excellent bar to us. I've never had a bad dish here, although the new extra large wings and the ricotta sausage flatbread is always top of mind when we get the menu. They have all our favorite beers behind the bar for a fair price and we love trying out all the cocktails too. More importantly this is where we go to watch a game, celebrate new jobs, party on holidays, and I'll even have my bridal shower here in April. The bartenders are friends to us and this place is like the Central Perk or Cheers of Salem. I go here with my friends, on date nights, and I am even known to go alone for some good food and company. Thank you for being a second home to us LBs we love you!!“

4.1 Good153 Reviews
New England Soup Factory American • $
140 Washington St, Salem

Customers` Favorites

New England Clam & Corn Chowder
Chicken Pot Pie
Lobster Newburg
Soup and
Vegan

“Small, quaint and clean! My partner and I were in from Indiana and we thoroughly enjoyed it here. Staff was kind. The soup was just a wee bit pricey but super delicious so it was worth it! We'd go back.Vegetarian options: They had a delicious vegan lentil mushroom soup!“

4.1 Good63 Reviews
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