This place was so cool, and food was amazing!! We loved all of the old jail cell bars and the original flooring of the old jail, I'm so glad they are keeping this place a part of the history of Old Salem.

I had a special occasions that turned out not so special at the Great Escape. I ate at the Great Escape back in early march for my girlfriends 30th birthday. When we got there we were the only people there and the still for so reason sat us right next to the sever station were I had to listen to... More

The atmosphere in the place is really unique, and enjoyable. It is located in the old Salem jail. The food and drinks are very expensive. We had a restaurant.com gift card, so we saved a ton of money. I had a veal dish, that was not good, but my girl friend enjoyed her pasta dish. I know I am not... More

My husband & I went to The Great Escape this at 3 this afternoon. I had read that the restaurant could be noisy at night , so figured it would be a little more intimate in the middle of the afternoon. I was right - it was very quiet. There were only 2 other tables occupied. We had a drink... More

The jail atmosphere is nice, but I think they could have done better with the decor and history. The food was overpriced and you don't even get salad with your 25 (average priced) entree. Not a great selection of food either and I did not enjoy my pasta. Very fishy tasting.

I love this restaurant! It is one of my favorite places to eat. My family loves this place. This restaurant, which was once one of the oldest jails in America, has so much character. My favorite dish on the menu is the Lemon Chicken. My mouth waters just thinking about it. This is also a place where you can find... More

A friend and myself had a "groupon" for Great Escape... We both have been there on numerous occasions (always at lunch) and everyone has LOVED it! We ALWAYS get the mussels fra diavlo and Caesar salad and they are alwaysAMAZING!!! This was my first time at dinner and we had the Steak Tips and a special Sirloin... BOTH WERE AMAZING!!!!!!... More

Been to the great escape a few times, never been disappointed. The service is prompt and friendly. Great menu, very diverse. The seating is a little to tight, tables to crowded. The bread is not a favorite, easy to pass on.Try to reserve a booth. Free valet parking. Will be a repeat customer.

Four of us dined here on a Sunday afternoon. We began by sharing the eggplant tower appetizer. It was an excellent choice! The eggplant was well prepared (fried) and layered with cheese all in a pesto sauce. All of our entrees were excellent. Some of us had fish, one veal and all dinners were very good. We were so full... More