Longboards
About
Longboards is a casual bar and restaurant in Salem run by brothers Justin and Matthew Mattera, both North Shore natives. It bills itself as the neighborhood joint for locals and a must-stop for visitors. The kitchen takes pride in its flatbread pizzas served on long boards, a play on the name, and the brothers first made their mark with a classic New England lobster roll. The laid-back bar takes inspiration from the West Coast, minus the surfboards.
The story began in 2011, when the brothers bought a small variety store called The Hungry Whale and turned it into a popular sandwich shop. In 2013 they expanded into the back rooms, adding a dining room and full bar, and after ten years there they moved in September 2023 into a bigger building with its own history, across the courtyard from the original spot. Regulars can usually find Justin or Matt on site.
What to Know
- Games include shuffleboard, darts and arcade games.
- Lottery is available.
- Longboards is a member of the North Shore Chamber of Commerce.
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