The Salem Insider

Insiders guide to food, entertainment & living in Salem Massachusetts for tourists and residents.

Fireplace at Spirit’s of Salem

Spirits at 300 Derby now open – formerly Roosevelt’s

By Mr. Salem on 15 Comments
Categories: business, drinks, events, nightlife, restaurant

Spirits at 300 Derby (formerly Roosevelt’s) 300 Derby Street Update: Spirits closed their doors in May 2009 and has reopened as Murphys. One time Salem hot spot Roosevelt’s, after a few owners, much speculation, and many months of being closed, has reopened with a new name – Spirit’s. We went in for drinks and appetizers [...]

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Flaming Jay

Flaming Jay

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Categories: art, drinks, nightlife, restaurant

For any Simpsons fans out there you might recall the Flaming Moe episode which featured Boston rock legends Aerosmith. If you have ever wondered “where in Salem can I find a flaming shot?”, have we got the scoop for you. While we were out Friday night talking to local business owner Natan Lin about his [...]

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gulu gulu cafe

Gulu-Gulu Cafe

By Mr. Salem on 4 Comments
Categories: art, music, nightlife, restaurant

Gulu-Gulu Café 247 Essex Street 978.740.8882 A hip big city feel nestled in an artsy down town space. You really can’t get more down town than Gulu-Gulu Cafe. Situated on the corner of Washington and Essex behind the Samantha statue since August, G2C has become a hot spot for the 20 & 30 something crowd. [...]

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