Driftwood, The 63 Front Street, Marblehead, MA 01945, On the Town Wharf, 781-631-1145, A local favourite, this restaurant specializes in delicious breakfast items and serves a variety of home style American cuisine, and is open daily for breakfast and lunch. 

Flynnie's on the Avenue 28 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-639-2100, This fun, casual restaurant serves a variety of pasta specials, vegetarian items and nightly specials, while a full bar and children's menu are also available; the restaurant is open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner, and open for brunch on Sunday. more... 

Jack-Tar American Tavern 126 Washington Street, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-631-2323, Jack-Tar features a broad menu that is highlighted by creative takes on classic American dishes; homemade soups, crisp salads made with the freshest vegetables, a broad array of appetizers and sandwiches, thin-crust pizzas and pastas baked in a brick oven, as well as mouth-watering entrees and nightly dinner specials are offered. more... 

Landing Restaurant, The 81 Front Street, Marblehead, MA 01945, On Marblehead Harbor, 781-639-1266, This upscale waterfront restaurant serves traditional and contemporary American cuisine, with superb seafood, beef and poultry entrees; an on-site pub serves a lighter pub menu, and the establishment is open daily for lunch and dinner. more... 

Maddie's Sail Loft 15 State Street, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-631-9824, At Maddie’s one may enjoy fresh seafood, superb steaks and daily homemade lunch specials; the restaurant is open Monday through Saturday for lunch, dinner and late night dining, while being open for lunch only on Sunday. 

Mino's 27 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-631-7220, This fine family owned restaurant serves delicious roast beef, steaks, sub sandwiches, baklava, and combination entrees daily for lunch, dinner and late night dining. 

Trattoria Sablone 33 Smith Street, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-631-8140, Established in 1947, this restaurant is famous world-wide for its delicious veal, but is also renowned for its exceptional poultry, seafood, steak and pasta dishes. more... 

Caffe Appassionato 12 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-639-3200, A European style coffeehouse, Caffe Appassionato serves specialty coffees, featuring five blends of coffee daily, as well as pastries, muffins, bagels, sandwiches, desserts, fruit smoothies and fruit freeze drinks; the coffeehouse is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

Canosa Ristorante 161 Pleasant Street, Village Plaza, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-631-5152, Canosa Ristorante is the best North Shore restaurant for delicious Italian food that is served daily for dinner; offered is a large selection of Authentic Italian recipes from the small town of Canosa in the DiPulia region of Italy. The full menu is available for dining in or for takeout, while the friendly staff provides great service in a fun, family atmosphere that features a kids' night and live entertainment.

Pellino's Fine Italian Dining 261 Washington Street, Marblehead, MA 01945, 781-631-3344, This award-winning restaurant serves regional Italian cuisine, with a touch of Provencal influences, in a stylish yet casual and relaxing atmosphere; cooking classes are also available at this restaurant that is open nightly for dinner. more... 

Barnacle, The 141 Front Street, Marblehead, MA 01945, On the Harbor, 781-631-4236, Open daily for lunch and dinner, this fine seafood restaurant invites guest to enjoy fresh seafood dishes, great steaks, and much more, in a casual atmosphere that features wonderful panoramic views and an outdoor dining area.