Salem Bars

Good Drinks

1. Mandrake Bar &…

Yup. No frickin way. Not even just for drinks anymore.   There were 3 bartenders working that evening. Bartender #1 was unfriendly to put it politely…

2. Witch's Brew Cafe

I can't pass judgment on this place as a restaurant.  But as a local pub for a quiet evening, it's top-notch.  Derby St's not exactly off the beaten…

3. Brenden Crocker's…

Quick review - we only had drinks and 1 appetizer so it needs a 2nd visit for a more in depth review.  A ton of beer taps - but nothing really special…

4. Soma

This restaurant has a fantastic atmosphere and location, but the worst customer service I have ever experienced at a restaurant. We had previously…

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Nice Bartenders

1. Lucky Dog

The last of a dying breed of dive bars in Beverly.  Where once the town had a handful of low class drinkeries, it has now dwindled to three.  I don't…

2. Kitty O'Shea's Irish…

I really wanted to like this place.  I grew up in Beverly and many moons back, as I ventured towards my 21st birthday, I remember thinking that it…

3. O'Neills Pub &…

I don't know. This should probably be more like 2.5 stars.  The atmosphere is so different every night and the whole place is pretty awkward. The set…

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