The best restaurants in Gloucester
132 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Venezia
RestaurantsClassic Italian dishes in a refined airy dining room on the water, plus related winery next door.
Venezia
RestaurantsYellow Door Taqueria
RestaurantsYellow Door Taqueria brings California-inspired Mexican plates with a vibrant Mexico City street food twist, a rotating cocktail lineup,…
Yellow Door Taqueria
Restaurantsall dough
RestaurantsAll Dough is a sandwich shop launching soon, and it looks like the kind of place you’ll want in the weekday rotation. Keep an eye out,…
all dough
RestaurantsSeaport Grille
RestaurantsWhether you’re leaning fancy or just need a legit fried dinner, Seaport Grille nails the classics. Think BONS-winning lobster rolls and…
Seaport Grille
RestaurantsGeorge's Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsWhen you want a no-nonsense breakfast that actually fills you up, George's Restaurant & Bar does classic diner comfort in gloriously big…
George's Restaurant & Bar
RestaurantsBravo By The Sea, Gloucester
RestaurantsBravo By The Sea is turning out blistered, wood-fired pies and thick, cheesy-corner Detroit squares, with the new Bravo Squared menu now…
Bravo By The Sea, Gloucester
RestaurantsTonno Gloucester
RestaurantsTonno Gloucester does coastal Italian right, balancing hand-made pasta with special catches pulled straight from the harbor. Pair it with a…
Tonno Gloucester
RestaurantsSweet Life
RestaurantsAiry, contemporary seat-yourself coffeehouse with light breakfast & lunch fare, baked goods & cakes.
Sweet Life
RestaurantsSalt Water Grille
RestaurantsSalt Water Grille keeps it local with mussels, crispy fish and chips, and tacos that actually satisfy, plus a solid burger when you’re…
Salt Water Grille
RestaurantsPat's Pizza & Catering
RestaurantsItalian wraps, hot & cold subs, calzones, pizza & pasta served in a basic setting.
Pat's Pizza & Catering
RestaurantsGloucester Pizza & Roast Beef
RestaurantsGloucester Pizza & Roast Beef is that reliable go-to when you want oven-hot pies with generations-tested dough and sauce, roast beef…
Gloucester Pizza & Roast Beef
RestaurantsFranklin Cape Ann
RestaurantsFranklin Cape Ann keeps weeknights lively with inventive New American plates, craft cocktails, and live music in the mix, all in a sharp,…
Franklin Cape Ann
RestaurantsPoseidon’s Italian Kitchen
RestaurantsPoseidon’s Italian Kitchen is a clutch local go-to for make-your-own pizzas and calzones, classic subs and wings, plus family dish packages…
Poseidon’s Italian Kitchen
RestaurantsChubbs Taco & Tequila Bar
RestaurantsChubbs Taco & Tequila Bar channels Lucha Libre vibes in Dorchester with funky, fresh plates like elote dip, three kinds of guac, and…
Chubbs Taco & Tequila Bar
RestaurantsMile Marker One Restaurant & Igloo Dining
RestaurantsMile Marker One Restaurant & Igloo Dining is the locals' spot for fresh-off-the-boat raw bar, trap-to-table lobster, and steaks with marina…
Mile Marker One Restaurant & Igloo Dining
RestaurantsUncle Frank's Pizza & Subs
RestaurantsUncle Frank's Pizza & Subs keeps it simple and delicious with Sicilian-rooted pies, loaded subs, and an Italian-inspired menu that feels…
Uncle Frank's Pizza & Subs
RestaurantsEire Pub
RestaurantsEire Pub is that classic neighborhood spot with 50-plus years of stories, a visit or two from presidents, and 11 taps pouring steady with…
Eire Pub
RestaurantsSushi Sang Lee
RestaurantsWith pristine hand rolls and intimate omakase, Sushi Sang Lee is relocating within Gloucester and keeping knives sharp with pop-ups around…
Sushi Sang Lee
RestaurantsGreg's
RestaurantsWhen you're juggling dinner plans, Greg's has you covered with fresh, delicious pies plus a surprisingly huge menu. Think roast beef…
Greg's
RestaurantsFeather & Wedge
RestaurantsA menu of dishes & cocktails with an international focus in contemporary setting with natural light.
Feather & Wedge
RestaurantsShort & Main
RestaurantsContemporary bistro featuring creative pizzas & oysters, plus brunch & fried chicken on Thursdays.
Short & Main
RestaurantsNick's Pizza & Seafood
RestaurantsNick's Pizza & Seafood keeps it simple and solid with handmade-to-order pies, loaded subs, juicy burgers, wings, and crispy fried seafood,…
Nick's Pizza & Seafood
RestaurantsThe Bowery Bar
RestaurantsComfort food, weekend brunch & seasonal cocktails offered in a vintage-style bar that has a patio.
The Bowery Bar
RestaurantsThe Rhumb Line Bar & Restaurant
RestaurantsSince 1978, The Rhumb Line Bar & Restaurant has been Gloucester’s neighborhood hangout for pub-comfy plates, locally caught fish, prime rib…
The Rhumb Line Bar & Restaurant
RestaurantsJalapeño's Authentic Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsTraditional Mexican cooking turned out in an expansive dining room, plus bar with margarita menu.
Jalapeño's Authentic Mexican Restaurant
RestaurantsDestino's Subs & Catering
RestaurantsAround since 1959, Destino's Subs & Catering is the no-nonsense Gloucester standby for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, with hefty sandwiches,…
Destino's Subs & Catering
RestaurantsToasted Flats
RestaurantsToasted Flats keeps it simple and smart with health-conscious flatbread sandwiches that actually satisfy, plus legit coffee, smoothies, and…
Toasted Flats
RestaurantsOliveira's Restaurant E Boston
RestaurantsCasual choice for Latin American BBQ fare including sirloin steak, beef ribs & daily menu specials.
Oliveira's Restaurant E Boston
RestaurantsTaco Mex Restaurant
RestaurantsInformal outfit turning out pupusas, tacos, burritos & other Mexican & Latin American eats.
Taco Mex Restaurant
RestaurantsCABANA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT
RestaurantsCounter-serve Central & South American dishes plus a buffet presented in an unfussy locale.
CABANA GRILL MEXICAN RESTAURANT
RestaurantsMIDA
RestaurantsNeighborhood Italian eatery serving pizza, gnocchi, and other classics, plus cocktails and beer.
MIDA
RestaurantsDirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsDirty Water Dough Company riffs on Boston-style craft pizza with dough made from their own Dirty Water IPA, turning out thin, crispy slices…
Dirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsCactus Mexican Grill
RestaurantsFamiliar Mexican staples, Salvadoran dishes & breakfast specials in a casual, counter-serve setting.
Cactus Mexican Grill
RestaurantsD'Parma Restaurant
RestaurantsItalian favorites presented in a warm, cozy environment with traditional accents & a full bar.
D'Parma Restaurant
RestaurantsLa Fonda Colombiana Restaurante Bar
RestaurantsWhen you want comfort that actually fills you up, La Fonda Colombiana Restaurante Bar delivers classic Colombian plates in East Boston like…
La Fonda Colombiana Restaurante Bar
RestaurantsPueblo Viejo # 2
RestaurantsCasual eatery offering pupusas and other El Salvadoran and Mexican fare, plus cocktails.
Pueblo Viejo # 2
RestaurantsPueblo Viejo
RestaurantsWhen you want real-deal Salvadoran comfort with a side of Mexico, Pueblo Viejo brings pupusas, grilled beef short ribs, tamal de gallina,…
Pueblo Viejo
RestaurantsSunny Cafe
RestaurantsWhen you want something fresh but not fussy, Sunny Cafe turns out sushi burritos, poke bowls, and other Asian comfort bites that travel…
Sunny Cafe
RestaurantsWoody's Pizza
RestaurantsWhen the group chat can't agree, Woody's Pizza covers the bases with classic pies, subs, and wings, plus delivery. If you're feeling bold,…
Woody's Pizza
RestaurantsMi Pueblito Orient Heights
RestaurantsMi Pueblito Orient Heights blends Mexican and Salvadoran homestyle favorites with creative margaritas in a relaxed, family-friendly spot…
Mi Pueblito Orient Heights
RestaurantsAngela's Cafe Orient Heights
RestaurantsA quick hop from Revere, Angela's Cafe Orient Heights serves real-deal Poblana cooking taught by Mama Angela herself, from silky mole…
Angela's Cafe Orient Heights
RestaurantsCrush Pizza
RestaurantsCrush Pizza keeps it simple in the best way, leaning into the holy trinity of family, friends, and pizza with click-and-go online ordering…
Crush Pizza
RestaurantsKChickin nails the Korean-meets-Japanese sweet spot, from ultra-crispy Korean fried chicken and saucy wings to fresh sushi and hand rolls…
Tonino
RestaurantsTonino channels the cozy trattorias, enotecas and aperitivo bars around Rome into a neighborhood spot built on scratch cooking and that…
Tonino
RestaurantsLa Hacienda East Boston
RestaurantsLaid-back hangout with regular live music & late-night hours, serving Mexican & Salvadoran fare.
La Hacienda East Boston
RestaurantsLimoncello
RestaurantsJust over the bridge, Limoncello keeps it classic with family recipes, a cozy trattoria vibe, and murals that make you feel like you…
Limoncello
RestaurantsIl Mondo Pizzeria
RestaurantsWhen you want quick, no-fuss eats, Il Mondo Pizzeria keeps it simple with thin-crust pies plus speedy counter-serve subs, wraps, and salads…
Il Mondo Pizzeria
RestaurantsCasa Razdora
RestaurantsHousemade pasta, pizza, sandwiches & Italian eats in a cozy, bustling setting; open weekdays.
Casa Razdora
RestaurantsFilippo Ristorante & Bar
RestaurantsRed-sauce classics are the specialty at this Italian eatery with Renaissance-style art on the walls.
Filippo Ristorante & Bar
RestaurantsAlma Cantina
RestaurantsMexican eats, cocktails & coolers in a buzzy restaurant featuring a terrace & late-night hours.
Alma Cantina
RestaurantsLaughing Monk Cafe
RestaurantsLaughing Monk Cafe blends intricate sushi with Thai personality, from chef-curated omakase in Mission Hill and Wellesley to an Allston…
Laughing Monk Cafe
RestaurantsSushi Today
RestaurantsSushi Today is the handy Mission Hill standby for fresh rolls and Japanese staples, perfect when you need dinner handled without drama.…
Sushi Today
RestaurantsAngela's Cafe Eagle Hill
RestaurantsSmall, cheerful restaurant crafting traditional Mexican dishes hailing from Puebla.
Angela's Cafe Eagle Hill
RestaurantsMario's
RestaurantsMario's turns out proper New York style pies and grab-and-go slices that scratch the weeknight itch, with crisp, foldable crust and…
Mario's
RestaurantsPenguin Pizza
RestaurantsPenguin Pizza does thin-crust pies with inventive toppings and a huge selection of bottled beers. A Mission Hill favorite since 2004 and a…
Penguin Pizza
RestaurantsCrispy Dough Pizzeria
RestaurantsFamily owned and run, Crispy Dough Pizzeria nails the cozy night-in vibe with oven-hot pies, great subs, fresh salads, and legit pasta…
Crispy Dough Pizzeria
RestaurantsTime Out Market Boston
RestaurantsIndustrial-chic venue with a handpicked set of eateries and bar, plus an area for cooking demos.
Time Out Market Boston
RestaurantsRow 34 - Seaport | Boston
RestaurantsRow 34 - Seaport | Boston leans into New England freshness with a deep oyster lineup, a humming raw bar, signature lobster rolls, and craft…
Row 34 - Seaport | Boston
RestaurantsThe Barking Crab
RestaurantsLively waterfront seafood joint with open-air picnic-table dining & views of the Boston Harbor.
The Barking Crab
RestaurantsTheo's Cozy Corner Restaurant
RestaurantsCraving a cozy, no-fuss breakfast that still surprises you? Theo's Cozy Corner Restaurant runs on hearty American staples with delightful…
Theo's Cozy Corner Restaurant
RestaurantsUmami Crudo
RestaurantsUmami Crudo is Chef Gary Lei’s fine-dining Japanese spot, sister to Umami Omakase, turning out pristine sashimi, meticulously crafted…
Umami Crudo
RestaurantsTasty Burger
RestaurantsTasty Burger keeps it simple in the best way, grilling flat-patty burgers from quality American beef that hit the spot without the fuss.…
Tasty Burger
RestaurantsHojoko
RestaurantsHojoko brings rock n roll izakaya energy next to The Verb Hotel, with sushi, robata-grilled yakitori, and street-food small plates that beg…
Hojoko
RestaurantsLotus Test Kitchen
RestaurantsLotus Test Kitchen keeps it simple and seriously tasty with Tokyo Style Teriyaki, Korean BBQ, and Acai bowls built with freshly grilled…
Lotus Test Kitchen
RestaurantsCafe Bonjour
RestaurantsCasual eatery for brunch classics such as avocado toast, crepes and eggs, plus sandwiches and coffee.
Cafe Bonjour
RestaurantsDave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsCasual spot for chicken tenders and sandwiches that can be customized with a range of spices.
Dave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsDirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsCraft pizzas, plus ciabatta sandwiches & salads in a cozy setting with a fireplace & wooden floors.
Dirty Water Dough Company
RestaurantsMmmac N' Cheese
RestaurantsCounter-serve option at Faneuil Hall Marketplace offering creative spins on mac 'n' cheese.
Mmmac N' Cheese
RestaurantsSaltie Girl
RestaurantsWhen a raw bar mood hits, Saltie Girl serves briny oysters, buttery lobster, and a playful obsession with tinned fish and caviar, all done…
Saltie Girl
RestaurantsPizzeria Rustico
RestaurantsHot & cold sandwiches, salads & homemade pasta at this casual, lively Italian spot with sports TV.
Pizzeria Rustico
RestaurantsDave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsHot, crispy chicken tenders and sliders on the menu at this casual eatery, plus beer and mac 'n' cheese.
Dave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsBoston Burger Company - Boylston St.
RestaurantsBoston Burger Company - Boylston St. keeps things loud in the best way, with skyscraper burgers loaded with wild toppings and legit veggie…
Boston Burger Company - Boylston St.
RestaurantsBeehive Restaurant
RestaurantsInternational cuisine, creative cocktails, and live music in a happening brick-line venue.
Beehive Restaurant
RestaurantsYvonne's
RestaurantsYvonne's is the modern supper club you call when the crew wants to linger, with shareable plates that roam from the Far & Middle East to…
Yvonne's
RestaurantsUnderdog Hot Chicken
RestaurantsUnderdog Hot Chicken nails the craveable combo of super-crunchy boneless sandwiches, sliders, and tenders, with sides that do more than…
Underdog Hot Chicken
RestaurantsMamma Maria
RestaurantsRefined Italian menu with a focus on local ingredients, served in a romantic townhouse.
Mamma Maria
RestaurantsSweet Cheeks Q
RestaurantsBBQ trays, Southern sides & inspired cocktails served at family-style tables in a welcoming space.
Sweet Cheeks Q
RestaurantsEstragon Tapas
RestaurantsEstragon Tapas brings Madrid to your week with shareable tapas, paella, and a serious cocktail program plus an extensive Spanish wine list.…
Estragon Tapas
RestaurantsThe Smoke Shop BBQ - Seaport
RestaurantsWith pitmaster Andy Husbands' 20+ years on the competitive circuit, The Smoke Shop BBQ - Seaport turns out legit brisket, ribs, and stacked…
The Smoke Shop BBQ - Seaport
RestaurantsWahlburgers
RestaurantsCounter-serve spot near Fenway Park from Mark Wahlberg & brothers with burgers & spiked milkshakes.
Wahlburgers
RestaurantsSunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe
RestaurantsWhen the weekend calls for something cheerful and easy, Sunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe brings a fun, vibrant atmosphere made for catching…
Sunnyside All Day Brunch Cafe
RestaurantsCafe sauvage
RestaurantsCraving a little Paris without leaving your routine, Cafe Sauvage brings it with croissant-happy brunch, a dinner lineup of steak frites,…
Cafe sauvage
RestaurantsLittle Sage
RestaurantsRenowned chef Tony Susi and restaurateur Jen Matarazzo revive the spirit of Sage at Little Sage, an intimate 50-seat spot for handcrafted…
Little Sage
RestaurantsFox & The Knife
RestaurantsThis week, make a date with Fox & The Knife, Chef Karen Akunowicz’s vibrant enoteca and restaurant turning out handmade pastas, bright…
Fox & The Knife
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsHigh Street Place Food Hall
RestaurantsStylish food court featuring hip eateries, cocktail spots, and dessert shops, plus live music and events.
High Street Place Food Hall
RestaurantsButtermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay
RestaurantsSkip the airport and let Buttermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay serve up the taste of New Orleans with crispy fried chicken, Southern plates, and…
Buttermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay
RestaurantsTeddy's on the Hill
RestaurantsTeddy's on the Hill keeps it low-key with burgers, wings, and pizza that hit the spot, plus craft cocktails and beers that don't overthink…
Teddy's on the Hill
Restaurants7th Street Burger Newbury
RestaurantsNYC-born and all about doing a few things really well, 7th Street Burger Newbury turns out simple, made-to-order smashburgers and fries…
7th Street Burger Newbury
RestaurantsWheelhouse Boston
RestaurantsWheelhouse Boston is a counter-serve staple for locals who crave build-your-own burgers, breakfast sandwiches, and old-school lunch hits.…
Wheelhouse Boston
RestaurantsPho Basil
RestaurantsWhen you want steaming pho, a legit Thai noodle soup, or curry with just the right kick, Pho Basil keeps it bright, minimal, and spiced to…
Pho Basil
RestaurantsBoston Sail Loft
RestaurantsWaterside maritime mainstay with floor-to-ceiling windows & seafood staples, plus bar scene.
Boston Sail Loft
RestaurantsWoods Hill Pier 4 - Seaport
RestaurantsEasygoing restaurant with harbor views serving oysters, seafood specialties & steak, plus cocktails.
Woods Hill Pier 4 - Seaport
RestaurantsPicco
RestaurantsPicco nails that crisp, thin-crust slice you think about mid-meeting, then seals the deal with homemade ice cream, plus a solid wine and…
Picco
RestaurantsJiro‘s Sushi
RestaurantsJiro‘s Sushi is a compact spot turning out pristine nigiri and sashimi presented with pride, with mini omakase boxes, premium chirashi, and…
Jiro‘s Sushi
RestaurantsRistorante Saraceno - Boston
RestaurantsIntimate spot for classic Italian fare, with old-world charm & an enclosed rooftop dining area.
Ristorante Saraceno - Boston
RestaurantsGordon Ramsay Burger - Boston
RestaurantsLively eatery with a bar known for gourmet burgers, milkshakes and cocktails, plus patio seating.
Gordon Ramsay Burger - Boston
RestaurantsSushi @ Temple Records
RestaurantsSushi @ Temple Records is keeping it simple and excellent, turning in-season local catch and fish flown direct from Japan into clean,…
Sushi @ Temple Records
RestaurantsVia Cannuccia
RestaurantsBakery, trattoria, and pizzeria whipping up Italian mains, including risotto and lasagna.
Via Cannuccia
RestaurantsCLINK.
RestaurantsInside the Liberty Hotel's former jail, CLINK. serves North Atlantic seafood and seasonal New England plates like Potato-Crusted Cod and…
CLINK.
RestaurantsBlue Ribbon BBQ
RestaurantsWhen the week gets busy and you still want real Southern barbecue, Blue Ribbon BBQ nails it with counter-serve ease, a vintage vibe and…
Blue Ribbon BBQ
RestaurantsSaigon Fusion
RestaurantsCasual, homey joint for Vietnamese staples including pho, banh mi and spring rolls.
Saigon Fusion
RestaurantsPhở Pasteur
RestaurantsQuick-serve spot for oversized bowls of Vietnamese noodle soup & traditional entrees.
Phở Pasteur
RestaurantsNorth Street Grille
RestaurantsWhen you need a legit comfort-brunch without the fuss, North Street Grille brings heirloom recipes like grandma’s banana bread and creative…
North Street Grille
RestaurantsNaksan Korean BBQ
RestaurantsNaksan Korean BBQ cooks the meat for you so you can actually relax and catch up with your crew this week. Order beef or pork combos with…
Naksan Korean BBQ
RestaurantsLilly's Gourmet Pasta Express
RestaurantsSnug corner storefront serving handmade pastas & raviolis (with a variety of fillings) to go.
Lilly's Gourmet Pasta Express
RestaurantsSunny Girl
RestaurantsSunny Girl is elevating weekday routines with fried Nellie’s eggs, sunny sauce, and housemade English muffins that actually taste like…
Sunny Girl
RestaurantsMariel
RestaurantsUpscale venue for Cuban specialties and craft cocktails served in dreamy, elegant surroundings.
Mariel
RestaurantsToro
RestaurantsToro has been fueling Boston’s tapas obsession since 2005, dishing out Barcelona-inspired hot and cold small plates built for sharing. From…
Toro
RestaurantsBoqueria Seaport
RestaurantsBoqueria Seaport channels Barcelona with sizzling gambas al ajillo, crisp croquetas, and showstopping paella, plus a bar that hums with…
Boqueria Seaport
RestaurantsLa Parada Dominican Kitchen
RestaurantsLa Parada Dominican Kitchen brings Dominican cuisine to life with fresh, affordable plates that taste like a hug. Expect rice and beans,…
La Parada Dominican Kitchen
RestaurantsCarmelina's
RestaurantsSlide into Carmelina's for Sicilian comfort food with a Mediterranean twist, where fresh pasta and seafood lead the way and portions are…
Carmelina's
RestaurantsPho Le Restaurant
RestaurantsNoodle soups & other Vietnamese dishes in a bright corner space with plants & colorful banquettes.
Pho Le Restaurant
RestaurantsArchie's New York Deli
RestaurantsArchie's New York Deli keeps mornings and lunch simple and great with bagels, big breakfast sandwiches like the Yahoo on a Portuguese…
Archie's New York Deli
RestaurantsRegina Pizzeria
RestaurantsCirca-1926 local chain for thin-crust, brick-oven pizzas in a no-frills setting.
Regina Pizzeria
RestaurantsPazza on Porter
RestaurantsPazza on Porter is an Italian-American restaurant and bar rolling out weekly specials, a real-deal wine list, and specialty cocktails, plus…
Pazza on Porter
RestaurantsOAK Long Bar + Kitchen
RestaurantsWhen you want a grown-up night out, OAK Long Bar + Kitchen delivers farm-to-table American dishes, serious craft cocktails and that…
OAK Long Bar + Kitchen
RestaurantsSonsie
RestaurantsEnduring, classy bistro with eclectic menu & wine cellar known for brunch, plus Newbury Street view.
Sonsie
RestaurantsDouzo Sushi
RestaurantsTrendy, bustling Japanese restaurant serving sushi & cocktails in a modern, loungey space.
Douzo Sushi
RestaurantsBoston Kitchen Pizza
RestaurantsSimple pizza joint for slices and pies with a varied menu that includes pasta, calzones, and panini.
Boston Kitchen Pizza
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