Settler

Amazing place and I can't wait to go back. Intimate, beautifully and thoughtfully decorated, carefully curated bar, creative and well plated dishes, and great service. Really a special experience! Did I mention delicious? Went there on April 26th after visiting the Peabody Essex museum. No resv, but read that they don't reserve seats at the bar. So we went right when they opened and sat at the bar which we often prefer. The place fills up quickly!Highly recommend--it is very rare that I give 5 stars!

The BEST restaurant in Salem. No notes!My husband made us a reservation for the week of Valentine's Day, and we had the best dinner EVER! Settler is such an amazing and cozy spot with a wonderful menu and vibe. Everything we ordered was incredibly good and presented in the most beautiful way.What makes them stand out the most is their out-of-this-world service. Their team goes above and beyond to ensure you have an outstanding experience. Our reservation was pretty late in the evening, so we ended up being the last people there before closing. In the kitchen, they were cleaning up and made a noise that my husband joked sounded like the dentist (it was not a big deal, and was purely a joke!). A member of their team came over and offered us coffee and said that he hoped it would make up for the dental work. I was absolutely floored by the way that they heard one little comment and took immediate action. You can't get this kind of service anywhere else.We are already planning our next dinner at Settler, and will have many more to come! Thanks for an amazing date night!

I really enjoyed Settler; the food was exemplary. The service was great as well. Outdoor dining is available on days with nice weather.

We had a really nice experience at Settler! The ambiance was very nice and the service was very attentive. What we loved most was the focus on locally sourced ingredients. We started with the whipped ricotta and their clam special. The clams were in a really delicious broth with a great mix of herbs. Our meals were fantastic. The chicken had a yogurt and dill sauce that balanced the chicken well. We also shared a side of crispy potatoes that was great.

First time to Salem and decided to try Settler. I didn't make reservations and was lucky enough to score 2 seats at the bar. This place was busy! Staff were very friendly and greeted us with warm cider and good menu suggestions. We wanted something light so we decided to split the trio of house dips and Feta & Kale Bourek. We were so excited to try them I forgot to take pics... Both were delicious, easy to share, and surprisingly filling. I'll definitely come back on future trips to Salem.

Ok, this is my favorite restaurant on the North Shore. Food is spectacular and the service is even better if that's possible. They are very attentive and friendly. Everything I had was outstanding. Hmm...maybe I should change my review and keep the secret...

Settler is my favorite restaurant in Salem. I celebrated my birthday with them earlier this year and then recently returned. Everything was fantastic both times. Settler is tiny, so reservations are a must. When I reserved, I could not reserve online for one person, but hope that has been updated. Service is great--I think I had the same server during both visits. Settler has a warm, welcoming vibe.The cocktails are interesting and delicious, which I appreciate. So far, the Jalisco Peace Treaty has been my favorite one. I love that you are started with a palette cleanser. Their bread is amazingly addictive. We loved the cured flounder and I regret not getting a second order of that dish. On my first visit, my main was the casarecce with pork, cabbage, and fontina, which was perfect and it was hard not to order the updated version on my return visit. But I knew I wanted the ricotta capelletti, which was delicate and fitting for summer. Both visits ended with cookies, which was the perfect ending for two perfect meals.Settler is a must visit when in Salem or on the North Shore.

Update: I have gone here many more times and I am never disappointed. I can't upload any more pictures lol, but food is the best in town. Service is impeccable and always on top of everything. The ambiance both inside and out are great. I prefer inside. But outside is just as nice. They also have heaters outside for the cooler weather.

Just amazing. One of my top 10 eating experiences of my life. Fabulous, wonderful, kind staff. The food was stellar. We got the whipped ricotta which I kinda wanted to bath in it was so magical, pasta, chicken and salad. Everything was plated wonderfully with the such taste. Get reservations on Resy, the place is meant to be intimate and a lovely friendly environment. Like eating at your super friendly bestie's place who is also a Michelin Star chef.

Had an amazing splurge dinner tonight in Salem at Settler restaurant. The food was amazing, and the service was just as amazing. There was no fault with any moment of our experience! My daughter and I were sat outside in the beautiful Salem evening sunshine, and while we ate our fabulous dinner we got to watch the sun sink behind the buildings and trees of downtown at sunset. I wish I lived in Salem so I could come here again. Sadly we are just visiting from the west coast. Bravo Settler!!!!