Best Risotto in Essex

2 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Junction
Junction
89/100 (250 ratings)
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Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Fish
Beef
Pork
Lobster
Pasta
Salad
Scallops
Duck
Risotto
Halibut
Lamb
Pesto
Sit down
American
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Fine Dining
"We stayed at the Essex Resort & Spa for our anniversary weekend, and made dinner reservations at Junction as it was promoted to be an interactive..."
Food of CT
"Excellent food and quirky decor. Posh hotel located on beautiful grounds. There's a tavern next door that's supposed to have superior pub food;..."
Heather Sedgeman
"Amazing selection of draft beers! Great cocktail lost too. Great meal and service. Braised short rib was delicious. Highly..."
Paul Jeffrey
"Chef seats were amazing. He cooked the tomahawk steak perfectly. I highly recommend this..."
Matthew Higgins
"The Junction hosted our rehearsal dinner. The food and drinks were great. My guests had an incredible time. Can't say enough about the awesome..."
Jeffrey Savarino
"We had a fantastic experience. They do small seating's with an open kitchen. When we dined on a Tuesday night their was a single waitress which gave..."
Kevin Davies
"Junction at The Essex never ceases to amaze me with what they bring to the table (pun intended). The presentation is only surpassed by the flavor,..."
Randy Abair
C.k. Pearl
C.k. Pearl
75/100 (945 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Seafood
American
Seafood
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Ribs
Risotto
French Fries
Mussels
Toasts
Tuna
Shrimp
Fondue
Salmon
Fish & chips
Octopus
Lobster
Chowder
Carbonara
Fish & Chips
Lobster Roll
Pasta
Pesto
Tapas
Salad
Fish
Fish Taco
Wings
Tacos
Clam Chowder
Haddock
Fried Clams
Scallops
Cod
Clams
Swordfish
Oyster
Burger
Sit down
Seafood
American
Bar
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"If I had to write my review with just one word, that one word would be go! Fabulous food with an upscale casual atmosphere directly on the Essex..."
Russell Harry
"Everything was great. Our server Linda was on point and very personable. Just a joy to have as a server. Sully and his crew in the bad of the house..."
Aaron Poole
"My husband and I found C. K. Pearl by a happy accident after driving from Derry, NH to eat at The Clam Box, which is apparently closed on Tuesdays...."
Dianne Hubbard
"Fabulous brunch experience! THE BEST spinach eggs benedict I've ever had. Mike, our server, was so personable and efficient. Great jazz and stunning..."
Cathy Savoie
"My favorite place in the North Shore of Boston. The food is outstanding! Beautiful location overlooking the Essex River. Great place for brunch or..."
Rosali Silva
"Some friends & I went for the Jazz Brunch yesterday, & once again, it was fantastic!! I love everything about this place. The food was great, the..."
Staci Antonelli
"Very fresh, delicious oysters. Clam chowder was excellent, served with a fried clam garnish on top - great, tasty touch! Grilled salmon and roast..."
David Lucas
"C.K Pearl catered an very large evnt for us in the swealtering heat. Can not thank the crew that came enough. You were freindly and Professional ...."
Christine Simpson-McIntosh
"Oh. My. God. That's all I have to say. Went for brunch got the regular eggs Benedict with spinach.. best dish I've ever had! Complements to the chef!..."
Erika Marquis Noble
"Food was very good all around! Brought family from out of state-high marks from everyone-best clam chowder my Grandfather ever had, grandmom gave..."
Kathy Ward
"Food doesn't get any better than This! New England charm and Seafood with a view. The redhead manager there is well organized and keeps things moving..."
Lisa Cicoria Bain
"I patronize Pearl's on the reg for Sunday brunch. Their bloody mix has me begging to be sold a bottle. Usual order is eggs florentine and steak and..."
Liz Koch
"We came in for drinks in the late afternoon, and should have stayed for dinner. We had a less than great experience up the road... Loved Megan the..."
Bex Ineffex
"C.k. Pearl is our go-to for great cuisine on the North Shore. The smoked jalapeño margarita is just the beginning. Consistently excellent..."
Nancy Hinckley
"Great service, great food! The BEST Steamers I've had in many years, great local crafted, draft..."
John Micheal Marcinkevich
"Fish tacos! With fried haddock, pickled red cabbage, chipotle lime crema, spicy pineapple and sprouts, they had a fresh, bright flavor profile, if a..."
Lauren Omartian
"The (clam) "Chowdah" was perhaps the best I ever had! Full of clams, and the bacon and fried clams on top were such a treat!! I was impressed that..."
Mandi K
"Situated on the Essex River and a perfect setting for our rehearsal dinner. The restaurant catered wonderfully to our group of seventeen and managed ..."
Mo Chase - Powers
"In my opinion this is one of the best overall restaurants in the North Shore. Whether you're going on a date or family, it never disappoints. The..."
Gustavo Herrera
"We had a great meal here, good cocktails, and fine service. The full bellied clams were recommended, and very yummy. They also have smoker, and..."
Joseph Allen
"A great restaurant with nice views and good food! It was extra pleasant experience for this was the first family meal out since the pandemic. The..."
Yiya Ba
"Dinner for 3, at 1830. King Ralph was out waiter, it was Halloween. Ordered the lobster carbona and the fried calms. Dessert was a pumpkin cranberry..."
B Rod
"Eclectic menu, frequently updated. Serving staff are usually rather good. Food quality, value for money all excellent. And the views across the..."
Justinjpw JPW
"Spectacular supper along the Essex River with the perfect combo of delicious food, beautiful view and first rate service! Their clam chowder is..."
Beckie Hunter
"Probably one of the best seafood restaurants in Cape Ann. The oysters and shrimp cocktail are some of the best raw bar items I’ve ever had. The..."
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