Hospitality Venue
Dinner starts when the boats come in
Wood-fired plates, raw bar, and a provisions counter open daily on Pier 11. Walk-ins welcome. Reservations held for 10 minutes.
Dayparts
House Chapters
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Chapter 01
Dinner Service
A nightly set of wood-fired plates, whole fish, and seasonal sides. The menu turns over weekly based on what the day boats land. Served Tuesday through Saturday, 5 PM–10 PM.
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Chapter 02
Raw Bar & Aperitivo
Oysters from three Northeast beds, crudo, tinned fish boards, and a short list of spritzes and natural wine. Open at 3 PM for walk-ins at the counter.
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Chapter 03
Provisions Counter
House-baked bread, smoked fish, preserved lemons, chili oil, and pantry goods packaged for home. Open 6 AM–2 PM, seven days.
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Chapter 04
Private Events
The loft above the dining room seats 28 for a plated meal with dedicated service. Buyout available Sunday and Monday evenings.
Itinerary
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Book or walk in
Reservations open 14 days ahead for parties of 2–6. Solo diners and pairs can always walk in for counter seats and the raw bar.
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Arrive at Pier 11
Look for the green lantern at the end of the pier. Valet runs Friday and Saturday. Street parking is free after 6 PM.
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Settle in, stay late
No rush policy. After-dinner drinks and a dessert menu from our pastry chef keep the kitchen warm until close.
Guest Notes
The whole grilled striped bass was the best thing I ate this year. The room feels like you're eating on someone's very well-appointed boat.
Claire Nishimura · Food & Wine contributorWe stumbled in for oysters on a Tuesday and stayed through dinner. The provisions counter the next morning sealed it—we've come back every month since.
David Harmon · Regular guest, MarbleheadHosted my partner's 40th in the loft. The team handled every detail. Our friends still talk about the crab toast.
Bea Olsson · Private event, October 2025Reservation Ledger
| Room | Rate | Cadence | Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counter Seat | $45 | /person avg | Walk-in only • Raw bar & small plates • Natural wine by the glass |
| Dinner Reservation | $85 | /person avg | Full nightly menu • Sommelier pairings available • Dessert course included |
| Private Loft | $2,800 | /evening | Up to 28 guests seated • Four-course plated menu • Dedicated service team |
FAQ
Questions before someone books the stay
Keep the answers warm and practical. Specificity is more luxurious than overstatement.
Always. Counter seats and raw bar are first-come. If the dining room has availability, we'll seat you there too.
No. We're on a working pier. Come comfortable. Layers help—the breeze off the water is real.
Not yet. The provisions counter is in-person only. We ship gift boxes during the holidays—sign up for the newsletter for advance notice.
Yes. Let us know when you book or tell your server. The kitchen works with allergies, vegetarian, and gluten-free requests nightly.
Day boats out of Gloucester and Point Judith primarily. Oysters rotate between Island Creek, Wellfleet, and Fishers Island. We name the source on the menu each night.
Contact
Get in touch
For reservations of 7 or more, private events, or press inquiries, drop us a line. For standard reservations, book directly through our reservation link above.
- Emailhello@saltandlantern.com
- Phone(978) 555-0174
- Based InPier 11, Harbor Loop, Gloucester, MA 01930