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The Babe back bar - The Babe, Salem, MA

The Babe

4.6
4.6
64 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
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

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Mon 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (978) 219-2210
  • Website
    http://www.thebabesalem.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    268 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970-3641
  • Neighbourhood
    Salem
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • New Years Day Brunch

    US$30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Kick off 2025 with a delicious New Year’s Day Brunch at The Babe in Salem, MA! We are starting the year with bottomless brunch for $30 per person. Indulge in endless scratch-made favorites like fluffy Lemon Ricotta Donuts with homemade jam, savory Breakfast Sandwiches, or decadent Crispy French Toast. This menu is available for in-house dining only with no leftovers for carryout permitted. Diners that are not committed to a bottomless brunch are welcome to order of the regular ala cart menu. Of course we have creative cocktails as well as signature brunch beverages like Mimosas and Bloody Mary's for those that need some hair of the dog. There is no better treat on New Years than sleeping late and treating yourself to a hearty brunch.
    New Years Day Brunch photo

  • 'Roaring Twenties' New Year's Eve @ The Babe

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    8:00 p.m.
    Feeling nostalgic? Ring in the New Year 2025 at The Babe with our 'Roaring Twenties' themed New Year's Eve party! Tickets include hors d'oeuves, a champagne toast at midnight and live music...all inspired by the 1920's Prohibition Era. Enjoy live jazz music in the style of Duke Ellington, Fats Waller and stride piano featuring Brian King (trumpet/vocals), Ken Clark (piano/vocals) & Mike Mele (guitar/vocals). We're keeping it timeless and classy this New Years and hope you'll join us for a memorable evening! Appropriate cocktail attire strongly encouraged. Doors open at 8 PM but ticker holders can arrive anytime between 8 PM - 12 AM
    'Roaring Twenties' New Year's Eve @ The Babe photo

Menu

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What 64 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Great for brunch

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for brunch

  • Boston Metro North

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Boston Metro North

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Babe in Salem offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing" food and "fantastic" hospitality. Guests rave about the "delicious" brunch, "great" service, and unique cocktails. The cozy, casual atmosphere is perfect for locals and visitors alike. Don't miss their garlic parmesan wings and lemon ricotta donuts!

64 Reviews

  1. Trudy

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    48 reviews

    3.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We made a reservation through OpenTable and were seated promptly. Since it was New Year’s Eve, we opted for an early dinner. When we arrived, the restaurant wasn't crowded, with only about 2-4 other tables occupied. The bartender greeted us and brought water to our table right away. We spent about 15 minutes watching what seemed to be the owner or manager discussing the evening’s plans with the only two servers we saw. At one point, I had to ask one of the servers for menus as she passed by. From our view, there was only one cook visible in the open kitchen, and it seemed unlikely that more than two could work in that small space at once. When our meals finally arrived, they did not meet the expectations set by the positive reviews I'd read. My husband and I both ordered the fried chicken sandwich with Carolina Gold sauce and coleslaw on the side. The coleslaw, made with purple cabbage, didn’t look appetizing, and I was glad it was served separately rather than on the sandwich. Our server did check on us a few times and was quick to clear our plates and bring the check. The restaurant's interior looked fantastic, with significant improvements compared to the previous owner. However, based on this experience, I personally won’t be returning.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  3. James

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was tremendous will definitely be returning. Everything was great.

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  4. Joe

    VIP

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant was a perfect little gem tucked away in the heart of Salem and I can’t stress enough how amazing it was! Great food, great vibes & awesome service! Thank you endlessly to the team!

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  5. Halie

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our brunch at The Babe! The food was delicious and the staff was so nice. Highly recommend!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Fun crew! Had a fun Halloween dinner. Thanks!

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  7. Anna

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So good! I don’t really love sandwiches but this was excellent!

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  8. Fiona

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food efficient polite staff. Toilets could be cleaner

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  9. DeannaB

    Naples

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING! Great food, hospitality was fantastic & such a cute environment. Highly recommend!

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  10. Lindsey

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    insane french toast, friendliest staff. definitely a win! xoxo Lindsey and Rose

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FAQs

The Babe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 219-2210.

The Babe is rated 4.6 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Babe

268 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970-3641

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Salem
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Mon 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Gastro Pub, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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