Best Cozy Restaurants in Manchester-by-the-Sea

15 restaurants available nearby

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1. 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1722)

Price: Expensive

• American • Gloucester

Booked 24 times today

Voted Best of North Shore Magazine Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best Waterview Dining" and Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best AlFresco Dining".Delicious cuisine with ocean views. Located on the second-floor, our restaurant and bar offers an oceanfront dining deck showcasing New England coastal dining at its best. Celebrate delicious Modern American cuisine with fresh local ingredients by our Chef and his culinary team. The tasteful décor, seaside vistas and comfortable atmosphere provide a dining experience unlike any other in the area. Relax and unwind in cozy elegance at the oceanfront bar, by the fireplace or out by the firepit on the deck, or dine on our fresh catch at our new oyster bar. With a plenty of seats to encourage community gatherings, enjoy a light-hearted take on the region’s culinary delights.

2. The Babe

4.6

Exceptional(63)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to your friend neighborhood bar and sandwich shop. Tucked away on Lafayette Park, just a block from the downtown and seaport neighborhoods of Salem, MA, The Babe is the perfect place to rendezvous after work for a cocktail, grab a bite with friends, or get together for a late night celebration. We take pride in our scratch kitchen with a menu inspired by Northeast sandwich culture and cuisine; touching on fan favorites from Philly to NY, and of course, Boston! Our menu includes specialties like house-ground cheese burgers, loaded Italian subs with freshly sliced salumi, crispy and cheesy mozzarella pockets, crispy wings, and more. The dining room and bar have a casual but intimate feel with high ceilings, updated vintage architectural features, and warm deco-lighting. The Babe also features live performances several nights a week as well as a cozy backyard patio in the warm weather season. Parties larger than 10 guests should contact the restaurant directly for booking

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3. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(2627)

Price: Expensive

• American • Salem

Booked 45 times today

This historically unique location houses the new restaurant from Matt O'Neil chef/owner of The Blue Ox in Lynn. O'Neil collaborates with Executive Chef, Daniel Gursha, formerly of Bambara, Cambridge and A Voce and Bouley in New York City, offering a progressive New England concept, where traditional 19th-century dishes, cocktails, and techniques will be elevated with 21st-century resources.

4. Post

4.6

Exceptional(144)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hamilton

Booked 23 times today

Even though Post is a new name for most of us, it has been an important part of South Hamilton history since 1924. The historic building at 16 Bay Rd. was home to the South Hamilton Post Office, and a place for residents to send and pick up letters. In response to the Great Depression, and a drop in the postage rate (from three cents to 2 cents), the Postmaster added more opportunities for residents to pick up their mail. At Post, which at the time was known as “the brick block building”, letters were piled on a table, and a bell was rung to let residents know that they could come and retrieve their mail. Keeping with that tradition, guests of Post will have an opportunity to “Ring the Bell”, which signifies that they have bought a beer for our hard working kitchen and waitstaff. Whether you are coming in to dine with family and friends, grabbing a drink and an appetizer, or picking up takeout on the way home, Post is here for you – rain or shine.

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5. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

4.5

Awesome(297)

Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 23 times today

Nathaniel’s Restaurant at the Hawthorne Hotel offers a perfect start and end to any day. The morning hours are bright with the wall of windows, the plates are creative and include all the Breakfast favorites; Pancakes, Waffles, our Hearty Hawthorne Breakfast, and our Famous house-made Hawthorne Corned Beef Hash!Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, Nathaniel’s transforms into a lounge-like atmosphere, with candles, live piano and acoustic entertainment or ambient music playing from our brass gramophone. Sit beside the baby grand piano, beneath the famed author’s portrait, or in front of the historical culinary tribute cabinet and you will find there is a reason our guests have loved Nathaniel’s Restaurant for decades.Our Tavern restaurant offers a comfortable pub style atmosphere, with our toasty fireplace and warm ambience, you can't help but sink into our comfy arm chairs, while sipping a hot toddy! Join us to experience our Executive Chef, Vanessa Still's, fantastic menu!

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6. Mile Marker One Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1827)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Gloucester

Booked 12 times today

Mile Marker One waterfront restaurant offers four season indoor dining and igloo dining on the marina with stunning views of fishing boats, some you'll recognize from television. We offer the freshest seafood, locally sourced direct from fishermen. The grass fed beef is amazing and you're never going to leave our restaurant hungry. We have fresh local clams, fresh local lobster, hake, halibut, and a stunning lobster grilled cheese sandwich with sage butter. We're about friends, family, fun and we even have music some Wednesdays. Local bartenders are always coming up with new drinks like our signature "Purple Rain." We host the Blue Fin Blowout each year in July.

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7. Pellana Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(4076)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Peabody

Booked 53 times today

We serve the finest Prime Grade Steaks and Chops as well as the freshest seafood that arrives daily and is simply prepared to express its true flavor. Our award winning wine list is a shining example of our caliber of restaurant. It boasts over 400 bottles of the finest varietals from The United States, Italy, France, Germany, South America & beyond. Come join us for an intimate dinner, a gathering of friends & family or a nightcap at the bar. We’ll show you why so many call us the North Shore’s best "Boston Experience."

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8. Rossetti Restaurant of Beverly

4.7

Exceptional(1767)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Beverly

Booked 42 times today

Rossetti Restaurant of Beverly is often praised for its cozy ambiance. Reviewers frequently highlight the 'beautiful ambiance,' 'nice atmosphere,' and 'lovely setting' that makes it perfect for date nights or group events. The restaurant is also appreciated for being quiet enough to allow good table conversation. The 'cool vibe,' 'nice ambience,' and 'creative and warm' atmosphere are all factors that contribute to its cozy appeal.

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9. Toscana Bar Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(1302)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Beverly

Booked 32 times today

When the techniques of old world Italian cuisine meets the style and sophistication of modern dining. An intimate dining experience with a menu that ranges from shareable appetizers and small plates to Chef's authentic Italian specials. Well known for stylish cocktails including our famous Espresso Martini, and sophisticated wine program. Igloo dining is now available during the winter months!

10. Seaport Grille

4.7

Exceptional(601)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Gloucester

Booked 14 times today

Seaport Grille at Cruiseport Gloucester is located directly on the harbor with two decks for classic waterview dining. Our menu offers a wide range of delectable cuisines made with the freshest ingredients -including traditional New England seafood, surf & turf options, classic American plates, world-famous desserts and much more. Within the backyard of our restaurant lies the inner harbors of Gloucester, home to the oldest working waterfront in America. During the warmer months, you and your guests may want to experience dining on our outdoor deck or even our covered deck where you’ll feel the warm breeze and soak in the summer sounds of the harbor. Come for the menu, stay for the vibe!*ORDER TAKEOUT HERE: https://eat.chownow.com/discover/restaurant/31809 *

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Danvip
Greater Boston •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The restaurant was great. The food was outstanding: an order of popovers to start, a roasted duck breast for me, a baked salmon for my wife left us so full we couldn’t get to dessert. The parking was a challenge and it was pretty noisy but our server, Martina, was attentive and friendly so we were very happy with the whole experience and will definitely be back
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Ledger Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Salem
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4.6
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Jess
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was great! Server was so sweet and on point. The only negative was that it was quite hot inside. Otherwise it was awesome.
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Hawthorne Hotel DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.5
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Mauravip
Greater Boston •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
From the drinks to the food - everything was delicious at 1606! We shared quahogs and crab dip for appetizers and then shared the fish and chips and mac and cheese for dinner. We were too full for dessert, but maybe next time! Our waiter was friendly, attentive and efficient. It was our first time dining here and we will be back.
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1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• American• Gloucester
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4.6
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Caseyvip
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food was great and atmosphere is great. Not a bad noise level
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PostPrice: Moderate• American• Hamilton
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4.6
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Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 3, 2024
Our Bartender was excellent! The food was amazing! We got the steak and eggs and the breakfast wrap! Absolutely amazing!! Can’t wait to go back! But the star was the lemon ricotta donuts served warm with homemade jam!!!
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The BabePrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.6

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

2. The Babe

3. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4. Post

5. Hawthorne Hotel Dining

6. Mile Marker One Restaurant

7. Pellana Steakhouse

8. Rossetti Restaurant of Beverly

9. Toscana Bar Italiano

10. Seaport Grille

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