Restaurant
The Shipyard Tavern
Discover The Shipyard Tavern in Essex, MA. A casual restaurant and bar offering lunch and dinner with menu access, seating options, and local specialties.
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About this place
About The Shipyard Tavern
The Shipyard Tavern is a casual dining spot located in Essex, MA, known for its seafood offerings and local specialties. With a strong 4.5-star rating from over 60 reviews, it is praised for fast service and a great selection of beer and cocktails.
Guests appreciate the welcoming staff and comfortable atmosphere suitable for solo diners, groups, and tourists. The restaurant features onsite bar service alongside a menu that includes comfort food and small plates.
What to expect
The dining experience
Atmosphere
The Shipyard Tavern offers a casual ambiance with fast service and a well-regarded beer and cocktail selection, creating a relaxed setting for any visit.
Service Style
Expect dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating options with attentive table service, though reservations are not accepted.
Best For
Popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, this restaurant welcomes groups and tourists seeking comfort food and local drinks.
Good Occasions
Suitable for casual lunches or dinners any day of the week, with consistent opening hours from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM most days.
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Serves local specialty
- Alcohol & Wine
- Comfort food
Location & contact
Find The Shipyard Tavern
- 74 Main St, Essex, MA 01929, United States
- +1 978-890-5103
- In the Spring Mountain Road dining district, near Arville St — a short drive west of the Strip.
Opening hours
When to visit
· 11:30 AM - 08:30 PM
Hours may change on public holidays and special events. Please confirm with the restaurant.
| Monday | 11:30 AM - 08:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Friday Today | 11:30 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM - 08:00 PM |
Service options & amenities
Good to know
Service Options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- No delivery
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Beer
- Wine
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Comfort food
- Small plates
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Planning & Parking
- No accepts reservations
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
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