What should I order at Rockafellas Restaurant?
Rockafellas Restaurant
French onion soup
Mentioned multiple times as rich, flavorful, perfectly balanced, and delicious, making it a standout appetizer.
Chicken wings (lemon & rosemary)
Highly praised as probably the best chicken wings ever had, noted for their amazing flavor with lemon and rosemary.
Fish and chips
Described as amazing and the best ever had by British visitors, highlighting its freshness and quality.
Sausage Rustica
Loved by diners for its taste, with specific positive mentions about the dish in multiple reviews.
Portobello Tower
Recommended even by non-vegetarians for its fantastic flavor and appeal to mushroom lovers.
Buttermilk chicken sandwich
Described as solid and enjoyable, contributing to a hassle-free and pleasant dining experience.
Crab cakes
Highly praised for being tender, mostly crab with minimal filler, standing out especially since it impressed a landlocked diner.
Haddock sandwich
Noted as fresh and tasty, making it a great lunch choice with pleasant outdoor seating.
Marinated Steak tips
Described as a large portion of perfectly seasoned sirloin tips, delicious and satisfying.
Margarita pizza
Mentioned as good, contributing to a positive dining experience.
Caesar salad
Mentioned as good alongside the margarita pizza, contributing to enjoyable meals.
Side salad
Praised for being fresh, cold, crisp, and a great value at $5.00.
Beyond burger
Recommended for being superbly cooked and very tasty, a good vegan option.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
About Rockafellas Restaurant
Upbeat restaurant & bar providing modern American cuisine in a historic building.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Rockafellas Restaurant known for?
Rockafellas Restaurant is especially known for crab cakes, clam chowder, and its historic Salem setting on Essex Street. Reviewers also mention the live, welcoming atmosphere and the bar program, including cocktails and mystery shots.
What dishes are most recommended at Rockafellas Restaurant?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the crab cakes, clam chowder, haddock, calamari, and steak tips, along with the salmon and risotto, French onion soup, and the Portobello Tower. The peanut butter pie and dessert drinks also come up as favorites, especially for people looking for a full meal plus dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Rockafellas Restaurant?
The vibe is lively, welcoming, and historic, with a modern bar feel layered into the old-bank building on Essex Street. It seems to work well for groups, tourists, and solo diners at the bar, and the outdoor patio is used for people-watching while the Vault private room gives a more dramatic, special-occasion feel.
Is Rockafellas Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $20 to $30, and reviewers describe the menu as reasonably priced for lunch choices, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and drinks. Portions are often called generous, so the value is especially strong if you want a full meal in downtown Salem.
What should I know about visiting Rockafellas Restaurant during busy times?
It can get busy, especially during peak Halloween season in Salem, and one review notes that in October there were no reservations, just first come. Reviewers still mention fast service, so even when it is hopping, the staff and bar tend to keep things moving.
Is parking available at Rockafellas Restaurant?
Yes. Paid parking garage, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Rockafellas Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Rockafellas Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is Rockafellas Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Rockafellas Restaurant is good for kids.
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