Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in Swampscott

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianPizzeriaGreekMediterraneanGastro Pub

Regions

BostonBoston Metro North

Neighbourhoods

East BostonMarbleheadMedfordMelroseNorth ReadingPeabody

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Ledger Restaurant & Bar restaurant

1. Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2684)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Salem

Booked 28 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.

A photo of Paradiso Ristorante restaurant

2. Paradiso Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(505)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Swampscott

Booked 4 times today

Paradiso Ristorante is a family-friendly restaurant located across from the Swampscott train station. Small kitchen with big flavors. Executive Chef Benedetto Carenza from Avellino, Italy prepares Italian cuisine that will make you want to lick your plate. All menu items are cooked to order. Quality is our number one priority. Enjoy the ambiance of our “soon” newly renovated lounge and dining room. The casual atmosphere of our lounge offers 6 flat screen TVs, along with our dining room, outdoor heated patio and outdoor tent.

3. The Babe

4.8

Exceptional(70)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Salem

Booked 3 times 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

A photo of Elia Taverna Marblehead restaurant

4. Elia Taverna Marblehead

4.9

Exceptional(73)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Marblehead

Booked 3 times today

Family owned local Greek cuisine. Serving delicious food with homemade recipes, in a small cozy atmosphere. Hard to find amazing Greek wines that will surprise you. Shrimp Santorini, Mediterranean Grill, grilled octopus, are just some of the amazing dishes we server. Voted 2nd must try restaurant in the Marblehead, Salem, Swampscott area. "Neighborhood Gem"

A photo of Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody restaurant

5. Daniella's Ristorante - Peabody

4.7

Exceptional(2779)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Peabody

Booked 46 times today

Daniella’s Ristorante is best described as a true Italian dining experience... Classic Italian dishes, an elegant European-inspired wine list, and creative cocktails in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere with the hint of big city charm you have come to love from our restaurants.

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6. Ithaki Modern Mediterranean

4.8

Exceptional(1314)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Peabody

Booked 20 times today

PLEASE CALL US FOR RESERVATIONS AT 978-356.0099ITHAKI continues to delight the senses - cuisine steeped in tradition yet innovatively crafted, warm and professional service, elegant dining rooms. Please join us in savoring our Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, food created under the warmth of the sun and enjoyed in the spirit of friendship and camaraderie.

A photo of Giacomo's Ristorante - Melrose restaurant

7. Giacomo's Ristorante - Melrose

4.7

Exceptional(1253)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Melrose

Booked 19 times today

Giacomo's Ristorante in Melrose provides delicious Italian cuisine in a comfortable, traditional atmosphere. Open for dinner, enjoy convenient parking and large portions of authentic Italian meals suitable for both everyday dining and special occasions. Giacomo's Ristorante offers dishes, including fried calamari, Prince Edward Island mussels, home made Maine crab cakes, cream filled fresh mozzarella over tomato salad with honey-basil vinaigrette and more. There is also arugula salad, veal parmigiana, chicken piccata, grilled beef tenderloin, grilled tuna, pan roasted cod and more, as well as some vegetarian entree options. After dinner, enjoy desserts, such as tiramisu along with coffee or cocktails.

A photo of Fioritaly Trattoria restaurant

8. Fioritaly Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(747)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Medford

Booked 13 times today

The name “Fiore” originated from Chef Gabriele Ascione’s grandfather, who shaped his love for Ischian history and food. Ischia, a small island off of Naples, boasts a rich and vibrant local history that is recreated in the cuisine at Fioritaly. Each meal has been carefully selected and refined by Chef Gabriele Ascione, who inspires to showcase the essence of local Italian dishes from home.

A photo of Teresa's Italian Eatery restaurant

9. Teresa's Italian Eatery

4.4

Awesome(471)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Reading

Booked 1 time today

An upscale casual restaurant, serving the finest Italian dishes along with many great American favorites, oven baked pizza, hand cut steaks & much more. Patio dining and takeout available!

10. Luna's Restaurant

new

4.2

Awesome(32)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • East Boston

Booked 1 time today

Never Stop Looking Up!HOW TO GO ABOUT YOUR DAY .... Start your morning at our coffee bar paired with amazing Breakfast or Brunch.NOON means lunch with a friend orco-worker at your favorite neighborhood restaurant.Stroll down in the starry night and enjoy a great fusion menu for a family dinner or a date night.

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JohnP
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always great food and always great service. Never disappointed.
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Grill 23 & BarPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Back Bay
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4.7
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tracy
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time at Ledger. Brunch was amazing!! 5 stars from me.
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Ledger Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Salem
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4.8
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Robbin
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
Food was delicious. Nice atmosphere. Friendly and attentive wait staff. Will come back!
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Elia Taverna MarbleheadPrice: Expensive• Greek• Marblehead
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4.9
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Megan
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 17, 2025
Delicious food, fantastic cocktails, excellent conversation with the bartender.
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The BabePrice: Moderate• American• Salem
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4.8
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Laurie
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
Café Paradiso never disappoints! The freshness and quality and variety of food offerings is outstanding. Kudos to one of the best bartenders ever, Kim, thank you for some really wonderful drinks consistently! I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. The staff makes you feel like part of the family. It’s one of our favorite places.
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Paradiso RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Swampscott
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4.9

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