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Ledger Restaurant & Bar, Salem, MA

Ledger Restaurant & Bar

4.7
4.7
2537 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Charming
This historically unique location houses the new restaurant from Matt O'Neil chef/owner of The Blue Ox in Lynn. O'Neil collaborates with Executive Chef, Daniel Gursha, formerly of Bambara, Cambridge and A Voce and Bouley in New York City, offering a progressive New England concept, where traditional 19th-century dishes, cocktails, and techniques will be elevated with 21st-century resources.

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 118 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (978) 594-1908
  • Website
    http://www.ledgersalem.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Gursha
  • Catering
    Available for breakfast meetings, shower brunches, power lunches, celebratory dinners and more! Email our event planner, Ashleigh Moraga, today at ashleigh@ledgersalem.com for inquires.
  • Private party facilities
    Gather your guests and let us host you in Ledger’s private “Macomber Room.” This private space can seat up to 55 guests for a sit-down dinner or 80 for a cocktail reception. Choose from a variety of our family-style, buffet, and hors d’oeuvre menus by Chef Daniel Gursha to create a menu that reflects your individual style and taste.
  • Location
    125 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
  • Neighborhood
    Salem
  • Cross street
    Essex Street
  • Parking details
    We have parking available at 4pm everyday located at 39 Norman St. There is also nearby metered street parking.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,537 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for brunch

  • Boston Metro North

    Innovative

  • Boston Metro North

    Hot spot

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for fine wines

  • Boston Metro North

    American

  • Boston Metro North

    Most Booked

2,537 Reviews

  1. Margo

    Edinburgh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always phenomenal! We had a wonderful experience at the bar. We got the filet special and it was divine!

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  2. Laura

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was served inedible duck. It was raw and so tough a steak knife couldn’t cut it. I was told there’s always a bad piece and I happened to get it. When they brought me a replacement it was just as tough. My server was great, not her fault. I can’t believe their chef doesn’t know how to select or prepare an item and then charges $40 for it.
    Ledger Restaurant & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Laura, Thank you for visiting Ledger and taking the time to provide us a detailed review. We strive to provide the best possible experience to our guests from the service, value and food. I sincerely apologize to hear about your visit and that your food that was well below our standards. I remember speaking to you on this night and I wish something else on our menu could have made it up to you. Please feel comfortable contacting me directly for a future reservation or anything else that I may do for you! Warm regards, Annie

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    DELICIOUS DONUT!! And yummy brunch items. Great ambiance. I especially loved the music!
    Ledger Restaurant & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for your review! Pastry Chef, Erin's, donuts are certainly a star during brunch! I am glad to hear that you had a good time. Warm regards, Annie

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  4. LynnD

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always let your never disappoints the food was amazing service was extraordinary the only thing this restaurant is missing is being on the water but hey we love going there all the time Marina was an excellent in her service and Sherry disposition Scott and his knowledge of wine is an excellent sommelier and Dan and John in the kitchen makes everything special and lovely
    Ledger Restaurant & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Lynn, Thank you so much for your review! Our employees make it special here for us as well! Warm regards, Annie

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  5. Robert

    Greater Boston

    228 reviews

    3.0

    228 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Our rating is due to some mixup in kitchen . We waited over an hour between appetizers and main course. Wait staff did apologize but did not explain or own the problem . Also very very loud and not good for people with hearin aides. That sai, the food was excellent and good portions

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  6. Caitlin

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our absolute favorite restaurant in the area. The food is consistently delicious, not to mention the drinks. And the weight staff is outstanding. Eating outside in the fall in Salem is wonderful.
    Ledger Restaurant & BarResponded on September 6, 2024
    Caitlin, Thank you for your review! I am glad that we are always able to provide you with a good experience! Warm regards, Annie

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  7. Duane

    New York City

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Overall, not a pleasant experience for us. We chose it over others because the ambience looked cool, being in an old bank and all. But we were tucked away in the back by the kitchen galley door despite our asking not to be, so we didn't quite experience the vibe. There's also a 3% added charge to every check, apparently to be able to hire better staff, but it feels like nickel and diming. The food is already pricey, but seriously, better to add a dollar or two to every meal than make the customer feel taken advantage of. The food was actually really good, but if I were to ever visit Salem again, for what we paid, I would choose a different place that made me feel more appreciated.

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  8. Naomi

    New York City

    13 reviews

    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This was our third visit to Ledger. The food is always delicious and the waitress was gracious. However on this visit the noise volume was really high and we waited a long time for everything. Although it looked like there were plenty of wait staff, it took a long time just to give our food order. Our drinks came pretty quickly. Our appetizers were reasonably well timed but then our entrees didn't come for a long time. We were there at 6:45 and didn't get our entrees until around 8:30. The waitress was very gracious and our appetizers were comped and it was clear that something had gone wrong, though no one told us what. The food was great though there could have been more than one special as the menu is small. Last night's special was filet mignon and it was priced at $70, approximately twice what most entrees cost. It would've been nice to have another option for a bit less. The noise level was very high. Higher than the last two times I'd been there. That's probably hard to control. It's a beautiful space with nice people and good food, but waiting almost two hours for our entrees was a bit much.

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  9. agnes

    Berlin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic evening at the Ledger. The atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming. The service was impeccable—our server Maggie was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the menu. The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quality evening.
    Ledger Restaurant & BarResponded on September 5, 2024
    Agnes, Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! Maggie is wonderful and will be so pleased to hear this review. I am happy that you enjoyed your experience and I hope to see you back soon! Warm regards, Annie

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  10. Dorota

    New York City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We dined twice during our Salem stay. Food is exceptional, we tried multiple appetizers and main courses, no complaints about anything. Super friendly staff!
    Ledger Restaurant & BarResponded on September 5, 2024
    Dorota, Thank you for your kind review! I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us, we look forward to seeing you again on your next visit! Warm regards, Annie

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FAQs

Ledger Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 594-1908.

Ledger Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 2537 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 118 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ledger Restaurant & Bar

125 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Essex Street
  • Neighborhood
    Salem
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have parking available at 4pm everyday located at 39 Norman St. There is also nearby metered street parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Gursha
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ledgersalem.com/
  • Phone number
    (978) 594-1908
  • Catering
    Available for breakfast meetings, shower brunches, power lunches, celebratory dinners and more! Email our event planner, Ashleigh Moraga, today at ashleigh@ledgersalem.com for inquires.
  • Private party facilities
    Gather your guests and let us host you in Ledger’s private “Macomber Room.” This private space can seat up to 55 guests for a sit-down dinner or 80 for a cocktail reception. Choose from a variety of our family-style, buffet, and hors d’oeuvre menus by Chef Daniel Gursha to create a menu that reflects your individual style and taste.

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