G Bar & Kitchen

4.8

178 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

G Bar & Kitchen in Swampscott provides a beautiful interior with dark, rich wood flooring, bright red chairs situated along the bar, and pale colored chairs, tables and booths along the opposite walls. Big windows let in plenty of sunshine to help increase the brightness and inviting atmosphere of the interior whereas friendly staff members make you feel like an honored guest at G Bar & Kitchen. Upon first glance at the menu, you will notice plenty of delicious options like the shrimp chow fun and gnocchi. You also have stuffed acorn squash, lamb rack, duck, haddock, veal chop and a N.Y strip to name a few. There is an option for just about every flavor preference so you are sure to leave feeling satisfied and yearning to come back for more when you visit G Bar & Kitchen.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(781) 596-2228
Website
http://www.gbarandkitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Gregg Brackman

Location
256 Humphrey St, Swampscott, MA 01907
Neighborhood
Swampscott
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Cauliflower$16.00
HOTLOVE hot sauce + shaved celery + wasabi-gorgonzola whipped cream
Brussels$15.00
bacon + cocoa + white balsamic
Truffle Honey Arancini$13.00
savory + sweet crispy rice balls + romano
Meatballs$14.00
house ground beef + tomato + fresh mozzarella
Crispy Shrimp$17.00
sriracha + lemon garlic aioli + cilantro
Octopus$14.00
broiled + pickled sweet peppers + hummus + hot oil + arugula
Tuna Tower$21.00
yellowfin + sesame + avocado + habanero aioli + chives + wonton chips
Dumplings$12.00
hand made + spicy pork + sweet hoisin
Candy Stripe Beet Carpaccio$15.00
goat cheese + lemon + little greens + pumpkin / sunflower
Authentic Caesar$14.00
romaine + arugula + parmesan wafer + our dressing

Pasta and Rice

Pappardelle$29.00
BIANCO spicy sausage + tomato cream + hot oil + torn basil
Mushroom Truffle Gnocchi$28.00
seasonal mushrooms + truffle butter + parmesan
Classic Gnocchi$26.00
tomato-romano-parmesan-basil
Shrimp Scampi Risotto$36.00
artichokes + cherry tomato + lemon + romano + toasted garlic
Super Veggie Noodles$29.00
garlic rice noodles + lots of veggies + green onion + hoisin

Big Plates

Pork + Peppers$33.00
twin chops + sweet vinegar peppers + roasted potato + spinach
Lamb Lollipops$42.00
goat cheese whipped potato + bordelaise + mint salad
Crispy Duck Breast$36.00
garlic rice noodles + lots of veggies + spiced hoisin + green onion
Steakhouse
chefs preparation
- MKT
Haddock$37.00
pan seared + focaccia crumbs + whipped russets + arugula + lemon beurre blanc
Everything Crusted Tuna$38.00
RARE + arancini + tuscan kale + sake-lemon-soy
Dayboat
chef's rendition of a local fish
- MKT
Chicken Milanese$33.00
local greens + arugula + burrata + lemon-balsamic glaze
Eggplant$32.00
thin sheets layered with pomodoro + pecorino béchamel

Last

Chocolate Souffle$14.00
vanilla gelato + salted caramel
Bill's Ice Cream$10.00
made here + changes frequently
Vanilla Creme Brûlée$12.00
Key Lime S'mores$14.00
graham crust + toasted marshmallow + white chocolate

Wines by the Glass

Whites

NV Prosecco, La Marca, Venezia, Italy
- Split$12.00
NV Prosecco Rosé, Pasqua, Veneto, Italy
- Split$12.00
NV Champagne Brut Cuvee, Laurent Perrier, Champagne, FR
- Split$24.00
2021 Albarino, Martin Codax, Rias Bias, Spain$11.00
2021 Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali, Trentino, Italy$12.00
2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven, Marlborough, NZ$13.00
NV Sancerre, Chef's Rotating Vintner, Loire, France$17.00
2021 Chardonnay, William Hill, Central Coast, California$11.00
2021 Chardonnay, Wente Riva Ranch, California$14.00
2020 White Burgundy, Cave de Lugny, Burgundy, FR$12.00
2022 Rosé, Fleur de Mer, Provence, France$12.00

Reds

2020 Pinot Noir, MacMurray, Russian River, California$14.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Benton Lane, Willamette, Oregon$15.00
2019 Merlot, Frei Brothers, Dry Creek, California$12.00
2021 Malbec, Alamos, Mendoza, Argentina$11.00
NV Super Tuscan, Orin Swift "Locations" Italy$13.00
2019 Côtes du Rhône, E Guigal, France$13.00
2019 Red Blend, Ramos Pinto "Quintas Red" Duouro, Portugal$12.00
2020 Cabernet, Ghost Pines, Napa-Sonoma, California$14.00
2021 Cabernet, Daou, Paso Robles, California$15.00
2018 Cabernet Blend, Whitehall Lane "Tre Leone" Napa$16.00
2020 Cabernet, Caymus, Napa Valley, California$23.00

Wines by the Bottle

Bubbles

NV Prosecco, La Marca, Venezia, Italy$32.00
NV Brut Cuvee, J Vineyards, Sonoma, California$48.00
NV Champagne, Louis Roederer "242" Champagne, France
- 1/2$65.00
NV Champagne Grand Brut, Perrier-Jouët, Champagne, FR$75.00
NV Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Reims, France$110.00
NV Champagne Rosé Cuvee, Laurent-Perrier, Champagne, FR$120.00
NV Chapmagne, Dom Perignon, Epernay, France$325.00

Whites

Light Crisp White

2021 Albarino, Martin Codax, Rias Bias, Spain$39.00
2021 Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali Trentino, Italy$39.00
2021 Gavi di Gavi, Serafino, Piedmont, IT$39.00
2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven, New Zealand$39.00
2021 Sancerre, Domaine des Coltabards, Loire Valley, FR$55.00
2021 Pinot Bianco, St. Michael-Eppan, Alto Aldige, Italy$35.00
2021 Riesling, Dr. Loosen QBA, Plafz, Germany$36.00

Chardonnay / French White

2021 Chardonnay, William Hill, Central Coast, California$34.00
2021 Chardonnay, Wente Riva Ranch, California$44.00
2020 Chardonnay, Jordan, Alexander Valley$69.00
2021 Chardonnay, Cakebread, Napa Valley, California$80.00
2020 White Burgundy, Cave de Lugny, Burgundy, FR$42.00
2020 Chablis, William Fevre,"Champs Royaux"$46.00
2018 Chassagne Montrachet, Bouchard, Burgundy, FR$95.00
2022 Rosé, Fleur de Mer, Provence, France$39.00

Reds

Pinot Noir

2020 Pinot Noir, Macmurray, Russian River, California$48.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Benton Lane, Willamette, Oregon$52.00
2020 Pinot Noir, Hitching Post, Santa Barbara, California$55.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Flowers, Sonoma Coast, California$85.00
2021 Pinot Noir, Failla, Sonoma Coast, California$68.00

Medium Reds

2019 Merlot, Frei Brothers, Dry Creek, California$38.00
2020 Merlot, Duckhorn, Napa Valley, California$85.00
2018 Merlot, Pride Mountain, Napa/Sonoma, CA$88.00
2021 Malbec, Alamos, Mendoza, Argentina$38.00

Dry Medium Reds

2018 Chianti Classico, Cacchiano, Tuscany, Italy$55.00
2018 Chianti Classico Riserva, Brancaia, Tuscany, Italy$68.00
2019 Côtes du Rhône, E Guigal, France$45.00
NV Super Tuscan, Orin Swift "Locations" Italy$44.00
2019 Chateauneuf du Pape, La Nerthe, France$98.00
2013 Nebbiolo, Sassella, "Caven" Lombardia, Italy$48.00
2020 Nebbiolo, Ratti Langhe Ochetti, Piedmont, Italy$52.00
2019 Barbera d'Alba, Pio Cesare, Piedmont, Italy$48.00

Dry Full Reds

2017 Brunello di Montalcino, Argiano, Montalcino, Italy$105.00
2018 Barolo, Giacomo Finocchio, Barolo, Italy$78.00
2017 Barolo, Serafino, Piedmont, Italy$90.00
2018 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Nicodemi "Notari"$46.00

Fruit Forward Full Bodied Reds

2019 Proprietary Red HG III, Hourglass Estate, Napa Valley, CA$86.00
2019 Zinfandel Blend, Ridge "Geyserville" Alexander Valley, CA$71.00
2019 Red Blend, Ramos Pinto "Quintas Red" Duouro, Portugal$39.00
2018 Amarone, Allegrini, Veneto, Italy$105.00
2021 Zinfandel Blend, Orin Swift "8 Years in the Desert" California$88.00
2016 Red Zinfandel, Mount Peak "Rattlesnake" Napa Valley$68.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

2020 Cabernet, Ghost Pines, Napa-Sonoma, California$48.00
2017 Cabernet, Heitz, Napa Valley, California$98.00
2018 Cabernet, Jordan, Alexander Valley, California$95.00
2018 Cabernet, Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley, California$110.00
2020 Cabernet, Orin Swift "Palermo" Napa Valley$78.00
2018 Cabernet Blend, Whitehall Lane "Tre Leone" Napa Valley$58.00
2016 Cabernet, Louis Martini "Monte Rosso" Sonoma$158.00
2020 Cabernet, Faust, Napa Valley, California$88.00
2021 Cabernet, Daou, Paso Robles, California$58.00
2016 Cabernet, Ramey, Napa Valley, California$92.00
2020 Cabernet, Caymus, Napa Valley, California
- 1.0 liter$125.00

Dessert Wines

Tawny Port 8 Years, De Bortoli, Australia$12.00
Barrel Aged Tawny 21 Years, De Bortoli, Australia$21.00
Ruby Port, Sandemans$14.00
Sparkling Moscato, Marchesi di Gresey, Piedmont
- 1/2 Bottle$18.00

What 178 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
American
Boston Metro North
Best Overall
Boston Metro North
Best Food
Boston Metro North
Best Value
Boston Metro North
Innovative
Boston Metro North
Great for fine wines
Boston Metro North
Romantic
Boston Metro North
Good for special occasions
Boston Metro North
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

G Bar & Kitchen in Swampscott is a beloved dining gem, celebrated for its "amazing food and ambience." With 16 years of culinary excellence, Chef Greg crafts "creative and delicious dishes" that never disappoint. Guests praise the "superb service" and "wonderful atmosphere," making it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.

178 Reviews

J
Jessica
Greater Boston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Arancini, gnocchi and ginger pear cocktail were amazing!
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Gregory
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and excellent wait staff knowledgeable about allergies.
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Tracy
Greater Boston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfection!!
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Ann
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A great experience and delicious food! Definitely is a place to dine often!
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Ralph
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect. We love G! It is our restaurant of choice every time we go out.
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Meaghan
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! The food was fabulous and Chef Gregg is the best.
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Pam
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My go-to at G is always the day boat seafood but salmon didn’t appeal. The haddock was fine—nice fish—but not a stand out meal. Caesar salad—plated thoughtfully and attractively for 2 of us sharing—was not to my taste—small bits of lettuce and lots of dressing. The server simply cleared the dish when I told her why it was left uneaten. Dinner companion was thrilled with his pork chop. A birthday was celebrated so that was the point, right? Crème brûlée was perfect—crunchy and soft in all the right places. Coffee refill was not offered when the bill was presented. Went to unpack our boxed take-home and there was one box, not two. Missed my lunch! At G you know what to expect in terms of ambiance and noise level. Closely spaced tables give a sense of busy places in busy cities. Vibrant and fun, couples and families. While this was not my most successful visit to G, it won’t stop me from going back every few months in hopes of a really great meal.
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Beached
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I took my friend for her birthday. I didn’t have much appetite, so I won’t review my pork chop. ( just went on Ozempic .) However. My friend raved about her sesame encrusted salmon. We shared the dumpling appetizer and enjoyed it. I could be wrong, but I think they changed the recipe. It tasted more “sausage” than it used to. But, again, could be just me. Our server was outstanding as was the rest of the friendly staff. Andy, the bartender is like sunshine in a tall, handsome bottle. 😀 As usual, this is a great little restaurant. A little pricey, but worth it.
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MelanieD
Greater Boston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent food and service. G can be depended on for consistency of quality.
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donald
Greater Boston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I made a reservation for a table for five and when we arrived the table they set for us was a table for four with an extra chair placed on one end. I asked the staff if this was their usual set up for a table for five and they said “yes” and pointed to another table set up the same way. Granted, the restaurant is small and cramped and five is an odd number, but squeezing five adults onto to a table for four is unacceptable. So, if you plan on making a reservation for five at G Bar, make it for six, or else you will squeezed onto a four top.
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FAQs

G Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 178 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

256 Humphrey St, Swampscott, MA 01907

Additional information

Neighborhood
Swampscott
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
Executive chef
Gregg Brackman
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.gbarandkitchen.com/
Phone number
(781) 596-2228

G Bar & Kitchen

Make a reservation

Additional information

First

Cauliflower$16.00

Brussels$15.00

Truffle Honey Arancini$13.00

Meatballs$14.00

Crispy Shrimp$17.00

Octopus$14.00

Tuna Tower$21.00

Dumplings$12.00

Candy Stripe Beet Carpaccio$15.00

Authentic Caesar$14.00

Pasta and Rice

Pappardelle$29.00

Mushroom Truffle Gnocchi$28.00

Classic Gnocchi$26.00

Shrimp Scampi Risotto$36.00

Super Veggie Noodles$29.00

Big Plates

Pork + Peppers$33.00

Lamb Lollipops$42.00

Crispy Duck Breast$36.00

Steakhouse

Haddock$37.00

Everything Crusted Tuna$38.00

Dayboat

Chicken Milanese$33.00

Eggplant$32.00

Last

Chocolate Souffle$14.00

Bill's Ice Cream$10.00

Vanilla Creme Brûlée$12.00

Key Lime S'mores$14.00

Wines by the Glass

Whites

NV Prosecco, La Marca, Venezia, Italy

NV Prosecco Rosé, Pasqua, Veneto, Italy

NV Champagne Brut Cuvee, Laurent Perrier, Champagne, FR

2021 Albarino, Martin Codax, Rias Bias, Spain$11.00

2021 Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali, Trentino, Italy$12.00

2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven, Marlborough, NZ$13.00

NV Sancerre, Chef's Rotating Vintner, Loire, France$17.00

2021 Chardonnay, William Hill, Central Coast, California$11.00

2021 Chardonnay, Wente Riva Ranch, California$14.00

2020 White Burgundy, Cave de Lugny, Burgundy, FR$12.00

2022 Rosé, Fleur de Mer, Provence, France$12.00

Reds

2020 Pinot Noir, MacMurray, Russian River, California$14.00

2021 Pinot Noir, Benton Lane, Willamette, Oregon$15.00

2019 Merlot, Frei Brothers, Dry Creek, California$12.00

2021 Malbec, Alamos, Mendoza, Argentina$11.00

NV Super Tuscan, Orin Swift "Locations" Italy$13.00

2019 Côtes du Rhône, E Guigal, France$13.00

2019 Red Blend, Ramos Pinto "Quintas Red" Duouro, Portugal$12.00

2020 Cabernet, Ghost Pines, Napa-Sonoma, California$14.00

2021 Cabernet, Daou, Paso Robles, California$15.00

2018 Cabernet Blend, Whitehall Lane "Tre Leone" Napa$16.00

2020 Cabernet, Caymus, Napa Valley, California$23.00

Wines by the Bottle

Bubbles

NV Prosecco, La Marca, Venezia, Italy$32.00

NV Brut Cuvee, J Vineyards, Sonoma, California$48.00

NV Champagne, Louis Roederer "242" Champagne, France

NV Champagne Grand Brut, Perrier-Jouët, Champagne, FR$75.00

NV Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Reims, France$110.00

NV Champagne Rosé Cuvee, Laurent-Perrier, Champagne, FR$120.00

NV Chapmagne, Dom Perignon, Epernay, France$325.00

Whites

Light Crisp White

2021 Albarino, Martin Codax, Rias Bias, Spain$39.00

2021 Pinot Grigio, Maso Canali Trentino, Italy$39.00

2021 Gavi di Gavi, Serafino, Piedmont, IT$39.00

2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Whitehaven, New Zealand$39.00

2021 Sancerre, Domaine des Coltabards, Loire Valley, FR$55.00

2021 Pinot Bianco, St. Michael-Eppan, Alto Aldige, Italy$35.00

2021 Riesling, Dr. Loosen QBA, Plafz, Germany$36.00

Chardonnay / French White

2021 Chardonnay, William Hill, Central Coast, California$34.00