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10 of the most haunted restaurants in the US

October 31, 20240
At Turner’s Seafood in Salem, guests are served various delicacies with a spooky history.

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Backstory: Once an apple orchard, this seafood joint was likely the property of tavern keeper Bridget Bishop. Bishop was among the first people to get the death penalty for witchcraft during the Salem witch trials in 1692.

In the past, diners have described experiencing paranormal exchanges from cold spots and flickering lights to seeing a woman dressed in white or red.

In addition to its haunted past, though, the joint, which was once known as The Lyceum Hall, is also prominent historically since Alexander Graham Bell made his first public telephone call here in 1877, per Destination Salem.

Despite the troubling tales, the restaurant now serves a menu stacked with classic New England dishes like lobster bisque and clam chowder.

What customers say: “Turner’s Seafood in Salem, MA is a must-visit for seafood lovers! The East Coast oysters were incredibly fresh, briny, and just the right amount of sweet–some of the best I’ve ever had…I later found out the restaurant is haunted by a lady in a blue dress, which added a unique and fun twist for a paranormal enthusiast like myself,” wrote Yelp user Rachel W.

Learn more about Turner’s Seafood here.

8. Haunted Hamburger in Jerome, Arizona
Diners at One If by Land, Two If by Sea in New York have reported mysterious happenings.

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Backstory: At first glance, this West Village outpost evokes a romantic yesteryear feel. And yet, as with many Manhattan buildings, it has a storied past.

Before receiving its restaurant status in 1973, this building had been home to everything from a brothel and silent movie theater to a bar and apartment.

The story goes that guests have encountered as many as 20 spirits, including one of Theodosia, a former Ziegfeld Follies dancer and former Vice President Aaron Burr‘s daughter, who reportedly died in a shipwreck. Other supernatural sightings include invisible hands moving photo frames and, on occasion, snatching guests’ earrings.

Still, its romantic setup and great food draw customers in.

What customers say: “I actually found out about this place from the travel channel on ‘haunted new york.’ looked intriguing, and then read reviews on how AMAZING the food is. So, since I love ghosts and brunch, I came here. It is indeed romantic. A little old lady-like design at times, but the front section and bar are really pretty…the old carriage house is really pretty…awesome vibe and awesome food make for an awesome dining experience.” wrote Yelp user Hannah L.

Learn more about One If by Land, Two If by Sea here.

10. The Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro in Little River, South Carolina
The dining room at the Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro has walls made of wine cork.

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Backstory: Like the restaurant in New York, this Victorian home turned restaurant has undergone many changes across many owners.

However, its food and ghost sightings consistently get rave reviews online. Some guests share that they’ve heard mysterious sounds coming from the walls and wooden floors, while others have noticed weird figures appear in digital photographs.

These days, the restaurant offers diners two tasting menus and a variety of a la carte options.

What customers say: “Best restaurant my husband and I have ever been to. We travel a lot. Every bite of our meal was delicious. Eric, the chef/owner came out periodically to check and make sure everything was good. Jeff, our waiter, was wonderful. It is haunted, but the ghost is not mean, just a prankster,” wrote Yelp user Patricia L.

Learn more about The Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro here.