Dockside Pub

First, Taylah our server was an absolute delight. Engaging, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu for these first-timers (I came with my wife - also her first experience at the Dockside Pub). We will be back for the service alone - but that is just the beginning. This place does a great business and so we came at 4:30 pm on a Saturday afternoon to be beat the rush. The restaurant was still 3/4 full including a cute outdoor bar and sitting area. It’s a lively neighborhood pub atmosphere that makes you feel welcome right away - ready to raise a glass or 2. We both had margaritas… one blackberry and the other the spicy jalapeño cucumber… both excellent, and I am a bartender so I can tell a properly made cocktail. These bartender’s know what they are doing. Appetizers were really go

Wow...they make their own doughnuts. The whole vibe screams we sell sea shells by the sea shore! ...except my sea shells were mimosas, fresh dougnuts, and a Barnyard Breakfast sandwich. PheNomNomenal!!!

Lobster, Donuts, across from the ocean, Dockside Pub Swampscott is a North of Boston treasure. You know you have a great chef when the menu goes from comfort to classy and doesn't miss a beat. Lobster rolls, fish and chips and fried clams are locals favorites, and yes, always get their donuts. My personal favorites were the Spicy BluefinTuna Crispy Rice and Seared Scallops with insanely good Florentine risotto, and Haddock Francaise fran says But the showstopper is that seafood stuffed lobster. FEATURED: Haddock Francaise Egg dipped and pan seared with garlic, parmesan, parsley, served with lemon white wine sauce Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Bluefin tuna, fried sushi rice, spicy kewpie, jalapenos, chili threads, scallions Lobster Roll Cold with lemon aioli or hot with warm butter and parsley on

I had the most delightful meal at the dockside pub in Swampscott — easily one of the best local finds. The shrimp scampi was outstanding: perfectly cooked, garlicky, bright, and fresh, every bite tasted like summer by the water. Rebecca’s service was next-level — warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, she made us feel like regulars from the moment we sat down. The whole place has a true community vibe: welcoming, lively, and clearly committed to top‑notch, fresh food served with care. Highly recommend for anyone who wants great seafood, excellent service, and an authentic local pub experience.

Did we die and go to heaven?!?! Arrived hungry and left full!! Amazing atmosphere, staff and food was beyond delicious. We had great meal at Dockside! The Fish and Chips are great! Perfectly fried outside with tender, flakey fish inside. (My picky child wouldn’t even share!!) The Nachos And Pretzels are our favorite apps! The Nachos are huge and made with house-made chips! We ordered a second batch of them as well!! Definitely a must try place!!