Hale Street
Beverly Farms, Beverly
Restaurant in Beverly, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Hale Street is a practical Beverly pick for a relaxed local meal, especially when convenience matters more than a destination-style dining experience. Use it for casual celebrations, dates, or group dinners where timing and ease carry the decision; compare with Bonefish Harry's, La Qchara, or Sala if the night needs a clearer dining identity.
About Hale Street
Is Hale Street worth considering in Beverly? It works best as a casual option with evening hours daily and daytime opening from Thursday through Sunday. Treat it as a practical Beverly choice when you want to confirm the essentials before making plans.
The casual dress code sets expectations: plan for an easygoing visit, and check the venue's own channels before relying on any specific menu, service format, or reservation detail. If you are comparing possibilities, Bonefish Harry's and La Qchara are other options to consider.
Book it for an easy local occasion, not a high-stakes tasting-menu night
The safest use case is a low-key meal in Beverly. Do not build expectations around a specific cuisine, chef, awards, price tier, tasting-menu format, or signature dish unless you confirm those details directly with the venue.
If the occasion needs a more defined style, compare Hale Street with Sala or other dining options before committing. For a specific craving, confirm the current menu first rather than assuming a particular format or specialty.
Timing matters more than hype here
Hale Street is open Monday through Wednesday from 4–9 PM; Thursday through Saturday from 11:30 AM–9:30 PM; and Sunday from 11:30 AM–9 PM. That makes it more flexible later in the week, when the schedule includes daytime as well as evening hours.
For a time-sensitive plan, use these hours as the starting point and confirm current details directly with the venue. If planning a wider meal, compare Hale Street with Barnacle Restaurant, Little Harbor Lobster Company, Bonefish Harry's, La Qchara, or Sala, then confirm current hours and any booking details directly with the venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 717 Hale St, Beverly, MA 01915
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- hale-street.com
- Phone
- +19789229232
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Hale Street reads as a neighborhood-driven, independent restaurant rooted in Beverly’s evolving North Shore dining scene. It leans into a locally loyal crowd rather than tourist traffic, occupying a walkable stretch near the commuter rail and a downtown that skews younger and food-literate. The writing emphasizes merit-based appeal: this is a place that gains repeat patronage and regional word-of-mouth rather than flash. Expect a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere where the cooking and consistency do the talking, and where evenings feel conversational and anchored by a community of regulars rather than by trend-chasing spectacle.
Best For
Hale Street is best for neighborhood outings and group dinners with friends or family who appreciate solid, ingredient-driven American cooking. Its location — a short walk from the MBTA Commuter Rail — also makes it a convenient option for regional visitors coming from Boston for an evening meal without needing to be a full-fledged destination splurge. The profile in the description positions it as a spot for locals first and occasional visitors second: drop-in regulars, families and groups who value dependable, well-executed dishes are the clearest fit.
Ordering Tips
Focus on the signature items highlighted: start with oysters or a bowl of clam chowder to sample the kitchen’s take on coastal New England flavors, and consider the fish tacos for a lighter option. Heartier mains such as chicken piccata or the more robust jambalaya reflect the menu’s range from classic preparations to spicier, comfort-driven dishes. Given the place’s popularity with regulars and groups, plan to share plates or order a mix of starters and mains so everyone can sample a variety of the restaurant’s strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and inviting with a warm local vibe, spacious bar area, and contagious energy where regulars mingle and the bar crowd grows lively as the night progresses.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- oysters
- clam chowder
- fish tacos
- chicken piccata
- jambalaya
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 717 Hale St, Beverly, MA 01915
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if Hale Street is not the fit
For a livelier Beverly dinner, book Bonefish Harry's. For a more casual alternative, use La Qchara.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Beverly
Hale Street is the pragmatic choice in this Beverly set: easier to frame as a neighborhood meal than a special trip. La Qchara is the better cross-shop for a more casual bite, while Bonefish Harry's is the better bet when the group wants a livelier room.
For ambiance, compare carefully with Sala. Sala is the smarter alternative when the occasion needs a more defined sense of place; Hale Street is the easier default when location and low planning effort matter more. Little Harbor Lobster Company and Barnacle Restaurant make more sense when the meal is built around a coastal outing rather than a Beverly neighborhood dinner.
Value depends on what the reader needs from the night. For an easy local dinner, Hale Street is a sensible first look. For stronger atmosphere, start with Bonefish Harry's or Sala; for a more casual backup, La Qchara is the cleaner pivot.
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Compare Hale Street
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Hale Street | Beverly | No published awards |
| La Qchara | Beverly | No published awards |
| Bonefish Harry's | Beverly | No published awards |
| Sala | Beverly | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2026 Michelin 1 Star2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #6212025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Little Harbor Lobster Company | Marblehead | No published awards |
| Barnacle Restaurant | Marblehead | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hale Street handle dietary restrictions?
For strict allergy or dietary needs, contact Hale Street directly before going to Beverly and confirm what the venue can handle that day.
What should I order at Hale Street?
Check the current menu before you go, and choose based on what is available that day. If you are comparing options, Little Harbor Lobster Company or Bonefish Harry's may also be worth considering.
Is Hale Street good for a special occasion?
Hale Street has a casual dress code, so it is best framed as an easygoing Beverly option rather than a formal special-occasion restaurant. If the night needs a more specific format or extra polish, compare current details with Sala and confirm directly before booking.
Is lunch or dinner better at Hale Street?
Hale Street opens at 4 PM Monday through Wednesday, and at 11:30 AM Thursday through Sunday. Choose Thursday through Sunday if you need a daytime visit; choose any listed day for dinner within the posted hours. Bonefish Harry's is another option to compare for an evening plan.
