Our team has scoured Peabody’s coastal dining scene to bring you the definitive seafood guide. We’ve tasted everything from classic fried clams to innovative crudo preparations so you can confidently choose your next waterfront feast.
Red’s Kitchen + Tavern
$ | (978) 531-7337 | WEBSITE
Red’s Kitchen + Tavern is a family-friendly restaurant, which might have a little something to do with why the portions are ridiculously large. This spot doesn’t have a fancy menu, but the popular mac and cheese, mammoth burger, corned beef Benedict, and lamb lollipops, along with the impressive dishes created in the open kitchen, are worth braving the bustling atmosphere. It also gets pretty welcoming and heartwarming, possibly thanks to their friendly wait staff and fast service.
The amazing food, exceptional service, and great vibe make it a must-visit spot in the New England area.
Brother’s Roast Beef & Seafood
$ | (978) 538-7333 | WEBSITE
There are plenty of take-out spots in Peabody where you can grab a quick bite, and most of them are decent. But if you want consistently tasty food or indulge in generous portions, Brother’s Roast Beef & Seafood is the place to do it. Set in a local storefront, inside you’ll find a welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff, prompt service, and a menu available any time of day.
The most interesting dishes are in the subs and pizza sections of the menu, including favorites like pizza with plenty of toppings featuring a standout cheese pull and large, hot calzones.
Century House Restaurant
$$ | (978) 531-1410 | WEBSITE
We can’t believe we’re saying this about a restaurant in Peabody, but Century House Restaurant is kind of timeless. The classic space (look for the ample parking and head up the steep ramp) tucked away in a hometown setting doesn’t feel like any other in the area.
The warm, elegant room is as hearty and refined as a Frank Sinatra song, so go for a special occasion, settle into one of the comfortable booths, and order a dish from their seafood- and prime rib-heavy dinner menu, which is filled with quality versions of the old standbys. The menu is a hometown classic of American favorites, like coconut crusted fried shrimp, with a few excellent twists, such as chicken Cordon Bleu, thrown in.
Green Tea Chinese Resturant
$$ | (978) 535-8300 | WEBSITE
Green Tea Chinese Restaurant could have felt generic pretty easily. It’s a Chinese spot in Peabody that was designed to look and feel like a classic neighborhood joint—think bright lighting and familiar favorites like egg rolls and crab Rangoon. These types of places usually feel like they were assembled from a template, but Green Tea is just a great casual restaurant that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
The service is friendly, the portions are generous, and the chicken chow mein is a top contender for the most satisfying in town.
C & C Lobster Co
$$ | (978) 530-1500 | WEBSITE
Peabody, a coastal Massachusetts town with its fair share of seafood spots, doesn’t exactly suffer from a shortage of clam shacks and lobster rolls. So it takes a truly remarkable establishment to rise above the briny tide of local competition and make us pay attention. C & C Lobster Co., a restaurant that also offers catering, has done exactly that.
The operation’s food will make you reconsider what a classic New England seafood experience can be, and the service, led by the amazing and flexible Bill, is the perfect complement to a special occasion meal. Come for a casual lunch, a family dinner, or a full-scale catered event. C & C Lobster Co. feels professional and caring all the time, but we especially love it for savoring their praised clam bake or trusting them with every detail for a celebration.
Lucky House
$ | (978) 532-8888 | WEBSITE
We’d happily park behind Lucky House every night of the week just to inhale the scent of their crispy chicken fingers wafting from the take-out window, or at least linger in the car with a box of their fresh and hot crab Rangoon until every last bite is gone.
Lucky House is the sort of spot people go for a reliably satisfying meal—or to feel like they’re treating themselves, even if it’s just a quick dinner on a busy Wednesday—and the parking lot is almost always buzzing with cars picking up orders, families grabbing food on the way home, and regulars stopping by for their favorites. In other words: Every order from Lucky House feels like a win.
Order the crunchy scallion pancakes that are basically just golden, savory perfection, and the chicken wings that are crispy and fall-off-the-bone tender. We’re evangelists for Lucky House’s fried rice: a mountain of lively ingredients generously packed with beef, chicken, shrimp, and veggies.
Giovanni’s House of Pizza
$ | (978) 535-1222 | WEBSITE
This pizza joint is a local favorite, likely thanks to their generous lamb tip dinner plates and roast beef sandwiches. The atmosphere is straightforward, but carries the vibe of a classic neighborhood spot, with sports on the TV, friendly chatter, and plenty of parking out front. The menu leans hearty, so you’ll find dishes like those satisfying lamb tips and stacked roast beef sandwiches.
The lamb tip dinner is a standout, as is grabbing a sandwich for lunch—go with the roast beef or try the lamb tips if you’re extra hungry.
Ramzi’s Roast Beef
$ | (978) 871-2111 | WEBSITE
On a busy stretch in Peabody, Ramzi’s Roast Beef is a reliably good spot with a friendly vibe that’s a lot of fun. The $15 roast beef sandwich (with $3 extra for James River BBQ sauce) is a great deal considering you might get things like tender steak tips with roasted potatoes or coffee slaw that many customers appreciate. The generous portions and consistently fabulous pizza are also part of the appeal.
Pellana
$$$$ | (978) 531-4800 | WEBSITE
This upscale steakhouse in Peabody is consistently booked for special occasions, and you’re going to have to plan ahead if you want to secure a table. Let’s be clear: you want to dine at Pellana. They have an elegant dining room with crisp white tablecloths and soft lighting that creates the perfect setting for celebrations, along with a polished bar area that’s always lively with guests enjoying the impressive wine selection.
But even if your dream isn’t to savor perfectly cooked steaks in a refined atmosphere, the menu delivers consistently, with exceptional dishes like the tender filet mignon and the immaculately seasoned tomahawk steak.
Land ‘N Sea Restaurant
$ | (978) 532-0044 | WEBSITE
Classic American seafood is having a moment in the Peabody area, and Land ‘N Sea Restaurant is the best example of the cuisine done exactly right. The food is all about super satisfying dishes from the nostalgic 50’s and 60’s era: think fresh and flaky fish sandwiches, super roast beef on onion roll with barbecue sauce, and crispy onion rings cooked light and perfect. It’s one of the easiest spots to grab a meal in town, unless you show up right at noon on a Saturday (and even that’s manageable).
So bring your friends, family, neighbors—pretty much anyone you can—to commit to a quick lunch or dinner any day of the week so you can try it all.
Caribe Restaurant
$ | (978) 871-2193 | WEBSITE
Caribe Restaurant is the kind of spot you can take anyone to. This cozy bar-style restaurant offers top-notch guisados and mixed rices that change regularly (get the salami & cheese platter if it’s available), seafood dishes that exceed expectations, and friendly service that makes you feel welcome despite some language barriers. And if you’re feeling more like ordering from home, their online ordering through Uber is available, and also perfect for those feeling shy.
The food quality is consistently tasty, and the prices are reasonable, making it a spot worth revisiting for a satisfying meal.