Topside Grill - Gloucester

Just had our first solo night out since we had our two year old. Paul was a very sweet young man and took great care of us. The food was remarkable. Truly a gre... read more Just had our first solo night out since we had our two year old. Paul was a very sweet young man and took great care of us. The food was remarkable. Truly a great break from our normal busy lives!

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 flounde... read more 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. Watermelonmargarita so refreshing. Absolutely loved our experience here!

A great little restaurant to hit after a trip to the beach or hike at Halibut State Park. The lobster roll was to die for and the ginger beer was downright deli... read more A great little restaurant to hit after a trip to the beach or hike at Halibut State Park. The lobster roll was to die for and the ginger beer was downright delicious. The clam chowder is also quite tasty! Our server, Jamie H. was incredibly accommodatingof our dogs, moving an umbrella for us and bringing them a bowl of water.

My wife and I ordered the Strawberry Avocado Salad with Blueberry Vanilla Goat Cheese and Haddock some type of cheese sause with rice pilaf. My wife's salad was... read more My wife and I ordered the Strawberry Avocado Salad with Blueberry Vanilla Goat Cheese and Haddock some type of cheese sause with rice pilaf. My wife's salad was the best she ever had. She wished their was a little more Goat Cheese. My dish was pretty goodbut that rice pilaf was freaking good.

This restaurant is more well-known for its bar than its menu. The seafood is not the freshest, despite being located right across the street from the harbor. Th... read more This restaurant is more well-known for its bar than its menu. The seafood is not the freshest, despite being located right across the street from the harbor. The staff is friendly and the restaurant has a nice two-floor seating area. It was Christmas Eve when I visited, so it may be better to judge during peak season.