Looking for great food in Salem? The Tavern is a top-rated restaurant in Salem, serving memorable dining experiences with a 4.50-star reputation that reflects quality, flavor, and consistency.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed meal with family, a night out with friends, or a stop for a satisfying meal in the heart of Salem, The Tavern offers the kind of welcoming atmosphere and dependable service that keeps guests coming back.
From carefully prepared dishes to a comfortable setting, this Salem restaurant is a great choice for diners who value excellent food, a warm experience, and a local spot they can trust.
To learn more about The Tavern, a highly rated restaurant in Salem, discover why local diners choose it for quality meals and a standout experience.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Rotating selection of goat, cow, and sheep milk cheeses, house-made accoutrements, spiced pecans, artisan breads, and local honey
Vegetable quesadilla
Cheddar-jack cheese, scallions, jalapeños, pico de gallo, sour cream
Cherry peppers, garlic butter, pomodoro sauce, rocket arugula, baby tomato
Served with seasoned chickpeas, crisp sage, carrot, celery, grilled pita
Served warm, maple mustard and warm smoked gouda cheese dipping sauces
Toasted pine nuts, marinated olives, roasted garlic, baby bell peppers, grilled pita, evoo
Fried golden, buttermilk ranch dip
(Gf) mesclun greens, flame-grilled chicken, mandarin oranges, spiced pecans, raspberry vinaigrette
(Gf) chilled tri-colored quinoa, tender greens, dried cherries, toasted walnuts, maple goat cheese, spiced pear vinaigrette
(Gf) iceberg lettuce, applewood-smoked bacon, grape to- matoes, red onion, bleu cheese crumbles, house-made bleu cheese dressing, balsamic glaze
The favorite named after the late steve nelson, hawthorne's executive chef for over 30 years, this unique version includes shrimp, scallops, haddock, clams and potatoes in a creamy new england-style soup
(Gf) tomato broth base, carrot, celery, onion, zucchini, squash, bell peppers, cauliflower, kale, black beans
Tito's vodka, secret house blend, celery, fresh ground pepper
Bubbles, peach puree
New amsterdam vodka, sparkling wine, triple sec, fresh squeezed orange juice
New amsterdam vodka, sparkling wine, ginger beer, fresh lime
Fleur de mer rose, chambord, soda water
Freshly brewed hot coffee, tullamore dew irish whiskey, dash of sugar, cream floater
Kahlua, baileys irish cream
Garlic-marinated tomato, seasoned asparagus, fresh basil, smoked mozzarella grilled and buttered sourdough, parmesan-crusted fingerling potatoes
Two eggs-any style, marinated tenderloin tips, cilantro chimichurri, grilled and buttered sourdough, parmesan crusted fingerling potatoes
Two scrambled eggs, cheddar-jack cheese, pico de gallo, smashed avocado, roasted corn salsa
Three eggs-any style, applewood bacon, maple sausage, french toast, parmesan-crusted fingerling potatoes
Creamy brie, blueberry-thyme compote, baby spinach, sourdough served with tender greens tossed with honey-white balsamic
Served with whipped butter and pure maple syrup
Served with whipped butter and pure maple syrup
Served with whipped butter and pure maple syrup
Hear from our valued guests
Seriously one of the best burgers I have ever had! The way the flavors of the Bacon bree burger played off each other was to die for! The Sweet potato fries though... I must warn you... They will ruin any others you've ever had or will have! They were so wonderfully crispy on the outside while remaining fluffy on the inside. I simply couldn't get enough. Will be eating here EVERYTIME I'm in town! Service was above average with friendly staff too!
The Tavern at The Hawthorne was a classic place to have dinner. The haunted hotel is decorated for the spooky season, the servers are great, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, and the food tasted awesome. I got the Seafood Stew, and my gluten-free, vegan wife got the Coconut-Curry Bowl with Tofu. We will return.
Stopped by this restaurant for dinner while visiting Salem. We chose it because it was the highest rated restaurant nearby, and it lived up to its ratings! We called first to check wait times - 15min for party of 3 at 6:30P on a Monday. We arrived and there was no wait at all. The hostess was very kind and so was the waitress. We had fantastic service!!! The waitress was attentive, quick and fun. We shared the honey chipotle hummus plate which was absolutely delicious. I had the clam chowder and the waitress suggested a side salad as the chowder bowl is a little more than a cup of soup. I had the lemon-basil dressing on their side house salad - it was so good! The clam chowder was delicious, thick and filling. Everyone enjoyed their meals. The waitress had no problem separating our bills into 3 for our party. The lamps do have plug ins for your phone charger which was very nice!!! Our batteries were low from all the pictures we had been taking that day. Would definitely return and definitely recommend!
If I had to pick one word to describe this place it would be “superb”. We were greeted by a wonderful smiling hostess. Our waitress Cameron recommended excellent options! The seafood chowder was the best either my wife or myself have had. She had the meatloaf (which was to die for!) and I had the BBQ burger and that was out of this world. I would say it was slightly pricey, but worth every penny!
The best meal in Salem we had! We came back here after we stumbled upon the neat old and historic restaurant inside The Hawthorne hotel. We figured it looked nice let's try it out. Everything we had was perfection! I've been touring all the pretzels every restaurant I go to this year and they had some of the best. The Chicken marsala was so flavorful and tender. The asparagus could not have been better prepared. They have an impressive cooking team because it was all wonderful! Definitely a place we'll revisit!
Special thank you to our waiter Adam started off our weekend in Salem with great service and suggestions. We wanted to eat at the Tavern but it was pretty packed we ended up still be able to sit on the other side near the hotel which served the same menu. Steak and sweet potatoe mashed was an amazing dish and cleaned our plates. Only hotel guests can use parking lot.
Awesome food and fast service. I liked the pumpkin humus waaaaay more than I thought I would. The meatloaf just falls apart in your mouth. The grilled cheese had a nice crunch but the bread was a little hard and the cheese wasn't stringy. Espresso martini had such a soft, smooth texture. We all enjoyed our chowder and seasonal soup. Coconut curry was also amazing. All pictured here. Overall, highly recommended
Drinks were great - they even offer a Sazerac which made me very happy! The food was incredible. We had the steak tips for dinner and they were so flavorful! Truly enjoyed it. And the atmosphere was lovely especially on a few cold winter days!
Had a great time. The menu is large and accommodating both a full meal and snacks. The nachos and fries were delicious and the service was excellent. It’s a great option for one looking for an old school tavern with lots of history.
What a great experience. The drinks we had were fantastic. Food was good, took a little bit of time for it to come out but it was very busy and during the busy season. The bartender was great, was very helpful with information regarding salem. Love the hotel, so much history. And I hear its haunted.
Common questions about The Tavern
The Tavern is located at 18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA 01970, United States, Salem, MA, United States.
You can reach The Tavern by calling +1 978-825-4311.
The Tavern has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 468 customer reviews.
The Tavern features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Tavern features the following service options: On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
The Tavern features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
The Tavern features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
The Tavern features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
The Tavern features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
The Tavern features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
The Tavern features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Romantic, Trendy.
The Tavern features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space.
The Tavern features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Tavern features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Tavern features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
The Tavern features the following parking: Free parking lot, Paid street parking.
Business Features
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