Essex Eats - Outdoor Dining & Take-Out in Essex, MA
Outdoor Dining is Back in Essex, MA
Eighteen Essex restaurants & markets offer contactless pick-up
and many now have outdoor seating!
Be sure to wear a mask and keep a six-foot social distance for everyone’s safety.
65 Eastern Avenue (Rte. 133)
Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 8:00pm
Friday - Saturday 10:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday 11:00am - 4:00pm
Serving award-winning pizza, calzone, chicken kabobs, steak tips, subs, salads and Greek specialties for over 15 years. Buy one get one FREE pizzas all day Tuesdays! Call 978-768-3925 to order.
201 Western Avenue (Rte. 22)
Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 9:00pm
Friday - Saturday 7:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday 7:00am - 7:00pm
Local convenience store offering deli sandwiches, weekend pizza and spirits – serving wine and craft beer enthusiasts who appreciate quality products at value-driven prices, backed by personal service for over 40 years. Call 978-768-7568 to order.
112 Main Street (Rte. 133)
Mon. 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Tuesday - Saturday 11:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 9:00pm
A modern, eclectic and delicious take on fresh New England fare. Call ahead for Take-Out or make a reservation for outdoor deck dining on the Essex River at 978-890-7378. Menu below:
241 John Wise Avenue (Rte. 133)
Monday - Thursday 1:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday - Sunday 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Homemade ice cream made with all natural ingredients. Sorry, no phone orders. Take-out window with credit card payment only. Socially distant seating in the yard. Flavors below:
235 Western Avenue (Rte. 22)
Sunday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Monday - Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday 11:00am - 10:00pm
Serving delicious pizza, calzones, gourmet pizza, pasta, clubs, subs, dinners, and salads. Call 978-768-3227 to order. Menu below:
91 Main Street (Rte. 133)
Monday - Saturday 9:00am- 7:00pm
Sunday 12:00pm - 6:00pm
EWX has all your beer & wine needs. The store has been cleaned professionally to ensure the safety of all products. In addition, all staff are wearing face masks and a new pair of rubber gloves for each transaction. To place an order, call 978-768-7500, email essexwineexchange@gmail.com or DM @essexwineexchange.
99 John Wise Avenue (Rte. 133)
Lunch, Dinner & Cocktails Served
(Open to the Public)
The newly renovated FAIRWAY PUB at Cape Ann Golf Club features delicious pub-style fare created with favorite Stavros Family recipes. Specialties include homemade chowders, native Essex steamers, fried clams, fish & chips, fresh salads, sandwiches and pizzas made to order. Cocktails, wine and beer available with outdoor seating.
233 Western Avenue (Rte. 22)
Open 7 days a week 12:00pm-8:00pm
Pizzas, sandwiches, wings, nachos, Bartender’s Choice 4-packs of cold beer and more to take-out or eat on the backyard patio. Order by phone 978-768-0000 or on the Toast Takeout app for takeout window pickup or delivery with GrubHub, UberEats, or Takeout Guys. Menu below:
88 Eastern Avenue (Rte. 133)
Open 7 days a week 11:30am-8:00pm
Known for their famous fried clams and the Best Seafood Chowder, receiving awards from Phantom Gourmet, Best of Boston, and Yankee Magazine, J.T. Farnham’s has been featured on TV, Diners and Dives. Phone in orders only. Call ahead 978-768-6643. Menu below:
121 Eastern Avenue (Rte. 133)
Wednesday - Saturday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm
Passionate about making whole and healthy food taste good, Essex’s newest restaurant, The Mill, is currently offering homemade prepared food for contactless pick-up and local delivery. Call 978-890-7139 to order.
91 Main Street (Rte. 133)

Outdoor Dining and Take-Out Food & Beer:
Tuesday - Thursday 4:00pm - Close / Friday - Sunday 12:00pm - Close

Take-Out Beer & Selzers:
Monday - Saturday 12:00pm - 9:00pm / Sunday 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Essex’s new state-of-the-art brewery has incredible beers, seltzers and delicious food by the Webber Restaurant Group to go. For beer and seltzers, please order online and allow 30 minutes to fulfill your order. For food and beer, call 978-890-7827 to order or make a reservation. Menus below:
35 Dodge Street
Thursday 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday - Saturday 3:00pm - 8:30pm
Sunday 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Seaside campfire cooking with panoramic views of the Essex River. Enjoy socially distanced seating on their patio. Call ahead 978-890-7098. Menu below:
122 Main Street (Rte. 133)
Open Daily 12:00pm - 8:00pm
An eclectic mix of New England favorites and fusion fare including starters, sandwiches, fried plates, entrees, desserts, beer and wine. Call 978-768-6931 to place your order or reserve a table on the riverside deck. Dockside take-out available too! Menu below:
1 Main Street (Rte. 22)
Monday - Friday 7:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday - Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm
Serving delicious made-to-order breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Please call ahead to order 978-768-0001. Menu below:
Village Restaurant , 55 Main Street (Rte. 133)
Thursday - Sunday 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Village Creamery , 2 Martin Street (Rte. 22)
Open Everyday:
Monday - Wednesday 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday - Sunday 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Since 1956, the Village Restaurant has been proudly serving the North Shore fresh local seafood, traditional dishes and delicious homemade desserts. The patio is open for outdoor dining! Visit the new Village Creamery next door too for rich, creamy ice cream! Call the Village Restaurant to reserve a table or order take-out at 978-768-6400 or call the Village Creamery at 978-890-5127 to place an order. Menus and pickup instructions below:
109 Eastern Avenue (Rte. 133)
Tuesday - Saturday 3:00pm - 7:30pm
A diverse menu including soups, salads, appetizers, entrees and desserts - including Shrimp Night Specials and Early Evening Specials - all sourced from fresh, local ingredients whenever possible. Call 978-768-0050 to order. Menu below:
121 Main Street (Rte. 133)
Open Daily 11:00am- 8:00pm
Fresh seafood, lobster rolls, sandwiches and gluten-free fried food with outdoor seating overlooking the Great Marsh. Serving Essex and visitors for 107 years! Place your order at the Take-Out window at the front of the restauarant. Fried Clam Kits, Lobsters and more are also available online to ship anywhere!
Thanks for Supporting Essex Restaurants & Markets!