15 Walnut

Hamilton, United States

4

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20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards
Free Wi-Fi

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Telephone:
+1 978-468-2400
Website:
www.15walnut.com
Address:
15 Walnut Rd, Hamilton, MA, 01982
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
0.4 miHamilton/Wenham
1.6 miEnon St @ Super Stop + Shop
1.7 miOpp 22 Enon St
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Takes Reservations
Yes
Delivery
No
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Apple Pay
No
Good For
Dinner
Parking
Private Lot
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Attire
Casual
Ambience
Casual
Noise Level
Average
Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
No
Wi-Fi
Free
Has TV
Yes
Waiter Service
Yes
Caters
No

Today

Today 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Hamilton) 4:55 AM Saturday, May 31, 2025

Business hours

Monday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm
Tuesday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday 10:30 am – 9:00 pm

Description

Specialties

15 Walnut feels more like home than any other restaurant you’ve been too. The staff feels like family, the food is better than mom’s and the furnishings are cozy and welcoming. The Chef is passionate about making everything on the menu from scratch using the best of what is available each season. The menu is rooted in old world techniques like pickling, fermenting, and baking in a wood fired oven, and you can taste the difference in Chef Kelleher’s hand crafted food.

Friendly bartenders serve up creative cocktails that draw people to the spacious bar. The menu boasts an abundance of wood-​fired items, local seafood, great burgers, sushi and salads, making it an easy spot for any occasion from a family dinner to date night. Vegetarians will be delighted to find a range of creative options both on the menu and as specials to easily make 15 Walnut their new go-​to restaurant.

The restaurant boasts an easy-​chic vibe with warm tones and surfaces made from stone or repurposed barn board.

15 Walnut features live music every Thursday evening, and partners with local organizations for regular Give Back Mondays. 15 Walnut also boasts a private event space.

History

Established in 2007.

The Serenitee Restaurant Group is made up of ten distinctive restaurants across the North Shore. Each restaurant has its own distinct feel and personality that you can see the moment you walk in the door. The menu, vibe and architecture of each restaurant is designed to mirror the communities it serves. What Serenitee restaurants have in common is a dedication to warm welcomes, spot on service and delicious food.

Everyone is dedicated to creating dining experiences that are fun, pleasure-​filled, and comfortable. Though sometimes you can’t tell it, we put sound absorbing materials in every restaurant so you can hear your table companions and not the conversation two tables away. We put vegetarian and gluten free symbols on all our menus and servers know which dishes can be modified to suit particular allergies.

If you ever want to ask a question or tell us about your experience, please message the owner. I always respond.

Cheers,

Mark McDonough

Meet the Manager

Jeff C and Mark M.

Manager

Jeff Cala is Serenitee’s Managing Partner and Executive Chef. He oversees the daily operations of all 6 restaurants with a particular emphasis on designing menus, sourcing top quality ingredients, and inspiring staff to work at their highest level. Jeff is a Mozart in the kitchen. He has an instinct for what works, a palette that can deconstruct anything he has tasted and a drive to be the best. Jeff is a sponge for knowledge and has worked at some of the finest restaurants in California, New York, Florida and MA before co-​founding the Serenitee Restaurant Group.

Mark McDonough is a serial entrepreneur. He oversees marketing, finance, & admin for the Serenitee Restaurant Group. Mark’s investment in the restaurants is an extension of his commitment to weaving community. His biggest philanthropy has been Time​banks​.org. He has a masters degrees in business from MIT and Family Therapy from Antioch New England. Having a degree in family therapy is VERY useful in the restaurant world :)

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20 reviews of 15 Walnut

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Place rating: 4
Beverly, MA
This is my favorite restaurant in Hamilton. Food is always good and waitress Michelle is warm and friendly. Everything you’re looking for in a neighborhood restaurant.
Place rating: 5
Gloucester, MA
I always enjoy 15 Walnut. The waitress Michele is very helpful and always steers us in the right direction. She’s really an asset. She recommended chicken wings. After enjoying them, she brought us a warm, wet towel! Will return again and again.
Place rating: 4
South Salem, NY
I picked this place because it was one of the few highly rated restaurants that actually took a reservation for Sat night. We arrived on time and were promptly seated as they had yet to fill. It was full by the time we left. We were seated immediately. Everyone loved the décor, the table setting, service was friendly, efficient and helpful. Our drink order came relatively quickly with a plate of delicious foccacia with herbed oil which we enjoyed. Our salads were out soon after we ordered but it took a while for the entrees to arrive. Of the three different choices, 3 steak, 2 salmon and the hamburger; the hamburger and salmon we hot and raved. The steaks however were cool as were the fries and asparagus and they were unevenly cooked — medium and one end and medium rare on the other. We commented on the problem and were offered to replace the meals as they could not be reheated. I thought the offer overly generous and our waitress then brought a large plate of fresh hot fries. We followed with delicious coffee and then ordered five desserts. The desserts were delivered and we were told they would be comped because of the steaks.
I wouldn’t have rated this four stars due to the steaks, but their efforts to make it right were spontaneous and spoke to their concern for their customers. I would certainly go back but would avoid the steak and choose one of the several other interesting entrees.
Place rating: 5
Salem, MA
Love this place! Great atmosphere, love their 15 walnut martini and they’re baked haddock is the best around!
Place rating: 5
Hamilton, MA
Go here all the time. Consistently good food and great service at the bar… Don’t miss the sushi specials.
Place rating: 4
Beverly, MA
Great spot great food and drinks but is a cell phone dead zone. The staff is always super friendly too.
Place rating: 3
Danvers, MA
We used a living social voucher and got free chicken wings with a check in offer and we were glad to be able to combine both offers. The high point of the meal were the truffle fries that my boyfriend got. The scallop casserole had potential but was overwhelmingly salty with prosciutto and added salt. The peppercorn steak was likewise overwhelmed by the spices. We would come back but will try for less salty dishes next time. Hot cider was good as were Thai chicken wings. It is a loud lively atmosphere so don’t go here for a quiet date.
Place rating: 4
Somerville, MA
Another great meal at 15 Walnut. GF and I got the free flatbread for an app. Very good, loved the sauce. GF got the burger. It was cooked perfect. How she ordered it. I got the sushi. Shrimp tempura roll and the House roll. Both excellent. Monica was our server. She kept my beer full and was quick on a busy night.
Place rating: 4
Ipswich, MA
15 Walnut was a hit for me. The cozy seating allowed for great conversation. We ate tempura sushi, beet salad with delicious crispy quinoa and crème brûlée for dessert. Our Waiter was attentive and had a nice sense of humor. I hope to return soon!
Place rating: 5
Wenham, MA
I love stopping in here for a quick bite on my way home. The atmosphere is casual and comfortable with friendly staff and bartenders. The cedar plank salmon was delicious! As where the brussel sprouts! We’ll be back again!
Place rating: 4
Hamilton, MA
15 Walnut is our «neighborhood restaurant!» We love going there — the food is great, the atmosphere is great, there’s a fun bar and it all feels «familiar.» We go quite often as a family, but I also meet girlfriends there for a drink and/​or dinner periodically. They use products from local farms, such as Appleton Farms, as much as possible. Last summer they had a «Farm Sampler» entrée that was served on a small cutting board that was delicious — goat’s cheese and caramelized onion tart, salad and soup — yum! They offer gluten free options, vegan and vegetarian. I highly recommend 15 Walnut. Reservations would be advised!
Place rating: 4
Wenham, MA
My sister and I had a wonderful time! I got the baked haddak, Mac and cheese, and cauliflower while my sister got the cedar plank salmon and brusselsprouts. Soo good. The haddak and cauliflower had a white wine undertone but I loved it. So filling. We had a coupon so it made it even better! I can’t wait to go back
Place rating: 5
North Reading, MA
Been a while since we visited 15 Walnut and we all thought it was great — service, atmosphere and food were all top notch. The cedar plank salmon was fresh and tasty, pappardelle bolognese was super, and «mountain chicken» in spatzl was delicious. We will be coming back more regularly!
Place rating: 4
Boxford, MA
Thank you to the manager for reaching out. We have been back many times and truly enjoy the place.
Place rating: 5
Middlesex, MA
Great meal! Kayla our server was terrific as well. Had sushi, wedge and Thai wings and all were first rate! Will be sure to return
Place rating: 2
Wenham, MA
Really want to like this place but after having tried it countless times for food and being underwhelmed, we’ll only be visiting for drinks. Serenitee Group’s other locations like Hale Street Tavern and Latitude 43 are much better options.
Place rating: 2
Salem, MA
The Good: We arrived with another couple expecting a good dinner, as we’ve had a number of times in the past. We were seated within 5 minutes. Waitress Jenny R was excellent — professional and conscientious. The craft beers she recommended were perfect. The Haddock and Steak tips entrees were good — as expected.
The Not-​so-​good: The $ 10 glass of wine poured by the bar was only 3 ounces — only half of what it should have been. We didn’t complain, but we’ve seen these guys do this in the past. This was not an honest mistake. Either they ran out of this wine (not likely at 7:30 on a Sat night) or the bartender was too lazy to open another bottle.
The Bad: The Duck Breast entrée was way under cooked — to the point where the knife wouldn’t slice the meat. I asked them to just quickly grill the sliced duck pieces on each side. The waitress looked at the dish, apologized and brought back the dish to the «cooks» behind the counter. (I could easily see that none of the 5 cooks knew had a clue as to how to prepare the duck — even when given a second chance. It must have been the «Duck» guy’s night off. Why it was on the menu is beyond understanding.) The waitress came back to say it would take a few minutes and offered a salad while our party enjoyed their dinners. I just wanted to make sure they didn’t overcook the duck. Too late. The dish came back with fresh sides of sticky rice and roasted fennel, but the duck was DOA — overcooked.
Recommendation: Always ask the waitress what she recommends on the menu based on the crew cooking that night. The menu is not very extensive, so they should really be able to prepare the few things listed very well.
Place rating: 3
Burnsville, MN
It is a local bistro, as the name says. Well really more of a local bar and grill. Upscale, but still that’s really all it is. The food was good, but not great. The service was adequate. If I lived in the area I’d probably give it another try, but overall I was neither impressed, nor terribly disappointed.
Place rating: 3
South Hamilton, MA
Highlights: The atmosphere and rosemary bread is what keeps me coming back to 15 Walnut. Oh yeah and the Kentucky Burbon Barrel Ale that they have on draft :). The large wooden booths make for a cosy space to enjoy a nice dinner.
The service is mediocre at best– I have had two nice servers in the last four years.
The food is overpriced for the size and quality. They boast in including local ingredients, but the flavors just miss the mark. The burgers and mussels are delicious, though!
It’s a local staple, and the
and Serendipity points are incentive to keep going back.
Place rating: 4
Newburyport, MA
First visit 3÷14÷2014. Excellent menu choices for all palates. We started with the carrot ginger soup & chowder. Both were presented well and tasted excellent. Following soup, we tried the sushi which was fresh and had a fun presentation on a long serving dish.
For entrees we chose the baked haddock and gnocci’s. The haddock was fresh and cooked perfectly. The gnocci’s were so tasty! They arrived with a nice amount of fresh veggies mixed in with the pasta and were seasoned just right!
Very happy with our first visit! Meat and veggie lovers will enjoy this eatery!