Charlie's Place

Penny Hall★★★★★

5 stars for an authentic Mom and Pop diner. Came in from Ohio. Huge portions great prices. Their chowder with shrimp and scallops... oh my it is amazing. We did the fisherman's platter and chicken strips. Crispy light breading and fresh caught seafood. Cole slaw was amazing also. Our server was extremely sweet and friendly!

Michelle Teel★★★★★

We decided to visit Gloucester in February 2026 as a way to help our relative get her new home ready for move-in. We took a Saturday off to do a little touring. After spending the morning touring Cape Ann, enjoying all the beauty there was to behold, we decided to go to Charlie’s Place for lunch. It has the feel of a hometown diner without any appearance of a greasy spoon. The interior is very well maintained, extremely clean and pleasantly decorated. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. My sister-in-law had the pepper burger, which was smothered in red and green peppers and she ate ev

Shaine Korotsky★★★★★

Happened to be in town and strolled right into what feels like a classic local dine in spot. Lobster roll was absolutely delicious, filled generously and toasty buttery light bread; so you really experience the lobster in the roll. I recommend anyone stroll in, you’ll feel like a local having some fresh catch!

Michael Palmer★★★★★

Out of the seven states we visited, this was by far the best restaurant from our recent vacation!!! We fell upon this hidden gem COMPLETELY by accident!!! My wife ordered the Squid dinner and I ordered the Fisherman's Platter. The amount of food was more than abundant!!! Everything was perfectly battered, seasoned and fried. Everything on both dishes were phenomenal and WELL worth the price. Shout out to the cooks in back!!! Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu she was such a lovely and kind person as well. The atmosphere was welcoming and felt very familiar, as if