Nestled in the heart of Gloucester, Massachusetts, you’ll find a charming American bistro-style restaurant that is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. This cozy eatery exudes warmth and hospitality, making it the perfect spot for a casual lunch, intimate dinner, or special celebration.
With a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and fishermen, the menu of this bistro is a celebration of classic American cuisine with a contemporary twist. From the crispy fried calamari with homemade marinara sauce to the succulent pan seared salmon, each dish is carefully crafted to satisfy your taste buds and nourish your soul.
Seafood & Italian entrees feature at this casual hangout with outdoor seating & nautical decor. Based on 549 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
50 Rogers St, Gloucester, MA 01930
Phone: (978) 879-4222
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Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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4 PM–12 AM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Friday | 4 PM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM–12 AM |
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Reviews
Drew Baxley
Speedy service and great food! We enjoyed the crispy, plump fried clams. The clam chowder had a smooth and creamy consistency, not too thick. The lobster roll had a nice mix of large to small lump lobster meat, and it was so fresh. The haddock sandwich was fried well — crispy, but not dry.
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Angel Sanchez
Great spot for great food at good prices. The server was very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu. My wife is gluten free and the server too great care of us. Will be coming back when I’m in the area!
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Lance Shaw
Now under new ownership, the new Topside Bistro is great. We checked it out for the first time and were impressed with the cocktails, the food and the service. And the pricing seemed very reasonable, especially these days. I had an excellent Anejo Old Fashioned, and my wife loved the “Hope Feels French” cocktail. Rave reviews for the California Burger and I had the Osso Buco which was superb and beautify presented. We had the Carajillo for “liquid dessert”, a combo of espresso, Licor 43, orange and cinnamon. Killer good!
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Deb Verringia
I have lived in Gloucester for a little over 3 years and love being surrounded by gorgeous scenery, endless fun events, and some of the best restaurants you can find. A few weeks ago, my friend and I checked out the Topside Bistro for the first time and we were so thrilled that we did! We sat at the bar and were served some great drinks and immediately got into conversations with the bartender and other wait staff. They were very welcoming and pleasant to us as well as the other patrons at the bar. Before our California burgers came out, we tried the raviolis with lobster in lemon sauce. This dish was outstanding, and I found myself trying to scoop up as much of the lemon sauce on the plate as I could! The burgers were also such a great surprise, stacked with so many delicious flavors in every huge bite. The basket of fries were delicious, a perfect side to these huge burgers. The entire meal was so good, they were the best burgers I have had in town. We were taken exceptionally good care of by this friendly staff. Before we left, we even got a chance to have a chat with the manager Nick, who was also very cheerful and friendly. The atmosphere felt warm, familiar, and inviting. We will certainly be going back and making this a go to dinner spot. Keep up the good work, see you soon!
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stephanie Mcwethy
Great experience. Any restaurant might make an error in service. After we were seated nobody came by for 20 minutes to take a drink order. We flagged someone… turned out to be Chef Sal checking on FOH… he asked if anyone had come by, they hadn’t. Server appears immediately. Kind, apologetic. Sal brought our lobster ravioli appetizer to the table, complementary upgrade to dinner size. DELICIOUS, highly recommend you won’t be disappointed. Steak frites perfectly cooked. Husband had the scallop risotto, he said it was best he’s ever had. Crispy finish on the scallops. Large scallops. 6 of them. Consistency of the risotto was perfect, so flavorful and every bite a little different. The tomatoes had this incredible snap and then explosion of flavor. Our server was on point and Sal visited the table a few more times. This is what turning an homes mistake into an opportunity to delight a guest looks like! We will be back! Oh, and a desert on the house. Crème brulée was phenomenal. Food = 10/10. Service 11/10. Next time you pass by, stop and you won’t be disappointed. I wanna add a photo of the risotto.
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Anthony DeMarco
Everything they served up was fresh and tasted great. We got salads and a few appetizers – they did a really good job. Waitress was well trained and exceptionally happy to help us.
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Liz B
Went here with a group while on Retreat at Eastern Point in Gloucester. It was a wonderful experience. Our server was Chloe, she was patient ( there were a lot of us), professional and very helpful. The food was excellent. Best baked Haddock and French Onion soup I’ve had . Shiloh another member of the staff was also very sweet and stopped by our table, made us feel most welcome. Many of us were from other countries and left with a very good impression of the hospitality here in the U.S.
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A C
We asked a local where to eat and were led in the right direction to Topside Grill! The clam chowder was rich and flavorful which paired nicely with the flounder being light and delicate. French fries = crispy without being heavily fried. Watermelon margarita = so refreshing. Absolutely loved our experience here!
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Jordan Carey
This spot is a million times better under the new ownership. Amazing food, cocktails, and bartenders. Highly recommend
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Syrah M
We had a very nice lunch. The outdoor seating was all filled up but plenty of seats inside.
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