Dining
No trip to Gloucester, Massachusetts is complete without tasting seafood fresh from the docks. Enjoy waterfront dining and family-friendly restaurants. From lobster rolls and fried clams, to farm to table, and more Gloucester’s restaurants deliver flavors as unforgettable as the scenery.
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Holy Cow Ice Cream
Treat yourself at Holy Cow Ice Cream, an award-winning scoop shop known for creative flavors, house-made mix-ins, fresh waffle cones, and unforgettable ice cream sandwiches.
Blue Collar Lobster
Dig into fresh-from-the-dock seafood at Blue Collar Lobster Co., a fast-casual waterfront spot for lobster rolls, oysters, fried favorites, drinks, and live music in season.
1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar
1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, situated in Beauport Hotel Gloucester, serves modern American cuisine using local ingredients. Open year-round, it features an elegant dining room, a relaxing bar, and a cozy deck with firepit. A private dining room is available for functions or celebrations, all with scenic oceanfront views.
Restaurants
Three generations of family tradition baked into every loaf — Virgilio's has been a beloved Gloucester...
1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, situated in Beauport Hotel Gloucester, serves modern American cuisine...
Catch live music at The Cut in Gloucester, featuring local and touring bands, energetic performances,...
Dine waterfront at Mile Marker One at Cape Ann Marina, where fresh seafood, creative dishes, and vibrant...
Home of the original fried clam since 1916, Woodman's of Essex is a legendary New England seafood institution...
Enjoy bold, scratch-made coastal cuisine at Fleur Cuisine Harborside in Rockport, a family-owned waterfront...
Dig into fresh-from-the-dock seafood at Blue Collar Lobster Co., a fast-casual waterfront spot for lobster...
Cala’s in Manchester-by-the-Sea offers a warm, casual atmosphere with classic New England cuisine, fresh...
Savor authentic flavors at Machaca, a family-owned Mexican restaurant serving handcrafted tacos and boasting...
Chef Anthony Caturano brings Old World Italian tradition to the heart of Gloucester — fresh-caught seafood,...
Treat yourself at Holy Cow Ice Cream, an award-winning scoop shop known for creative flavors, house-made...
Overlooking the working harbor, The Gloucester House serves classic New England seafood in a relaxed...
Dine at Seaport Grille, a local favorite offering fresh seafood, prime meats, and waterfront views from...
From dayboat to table in hours — Turner's Seafood brings the freshest authentic New England catch to...
Perched along Smith Cove in Gloucester’s Rocky Neck Art Colony, 51 Rocky Neck blends locally inspired...
Enjoy family-friendly fun at Cape Ann Lanes, featuring 16 candlepin bowling lanes, automatic scoring,...
Savor authentic regional flavors at Jalapeños Restaurant, a North Shore favorite since 1992 serving traditional...
Oak to Ember in Gloucester features live fire cooking with a coastal American menu, using local ingredients,...
Dine at Minglewood Harborside for waterfront views, fresh local seafood, creative sushi, and tavern favorites,...