Dining — Cape Cod & The Islands

From classic clam shacks and lobster huts to world-class cuisine, local menus of Cape Cod restaurants offer creative entrées to satisfy the most discriminating palate. The Cape and Islands offer everything from traditional New England fare prepared with contemporary flair, to innovative American, authentic Italian and classic French cuisine.

Box Lunch, The

Wellfleet Center - Eight locations on Cape Cod, Falmouth to P'town, Wellfleet, MA 02667
(508) 349-2178

We feature Rollwiches, sandwiches rolled in REAL PITA bread, the most nutritious bread on the planet. Over sixty selections include 8 vegetarian Rollwiches, steak, chicken, turkey, ham - and even Peanutbutter and Jelly plus five other Kidwiches for the young and the young at heart. We make it our responsibility to feed you top quality meats and cheeses, sauces and vegetables (Mmmmm, ripe fresh Avocado!). And we do it to order, fast. We want you to visit all eight locations, and enjoy every visit. The Locals know, Bo Lunch is where to get a great value for your dollar, great ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Embargo

453 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
508-771-9700

A multitude of flavors, textures and tastes from around the world are served up in a sleekly chic setting. Tapas are small delectable dishes that can be ordered many at a time or individually for a customized meal or just a light snack. The lean, healthy fare can be perfectly paired with wine or a delicious martini. Tapas: $4 to $12. Entrées also available. Open year round. <MORE INFORMATION>

TOPPER'S Restaurant

120 Wauwinet Road, Nantucket, MA 584
800-426-8718 or 800-426-8718

If you haven’t been to TOPPER’S, you are in for a treat. With the most stunning location on the island, overlooking Nantucket Bay, this relaxed but sophisticated restaurant lives up to all the hype. In what is known as the best restaurant on island, awarded by the Zagat Survey, you can enjoy a superb prix fixe menu or the more casual fare served on our new TOPPER’S Deck. TOPPER’S celebrates Nantucket’s bountiful harvest from the sea and shore. Using fresh local ingredients, TOPPER's cuisine is one of inspired simplicity. The restaurant boasts an award-winning wine cellar with 1450 current selections ... <MORE INFORMATION>

The Pointe Restaurant

82 Bradford Street, Provincetown, MA 02657
877-276-9631 or 508-487-2365

Overlooking historic Provincetown, The Pointe restaurant at Crowne Pointe Inn serves creative cuisine. With just 40 seats, our restaurant offers an intimate dining experience with first-class service that matches its sumptuous dishes and award-winning wine list. Utilizing only the finest, freshest ingredients such as from Provincetown lobster, local Cape Cod tuna, and New Zealand lamb arrive each day. Open To The Public Year Round- Restaurant Attire is Casual - Adjacent to Ample Parking Serving dinner starting at 5:30 Tues-Sunday. <MORE INFORMATION>

Brewster Chamber of Commerce

2198 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631
(508) 896-3500

The town of Brewster is known as "The Sea Captain's Town," due to its rich seafaring history and elegant homes built in the 1800's by wealthy sea captains, who chose this scenic bayside town as their home. The grist mill (the original one was across the street from Stony Brook was at the center of commerce. Sea captains’ homes are now elegant inns and restaurants; fine art and antiques galleries; and professional offices, museums and theatres. Brewster offers everything from family camping to luxury spas; fried clam rolls to world class gourmet cuisine; souvenir trinkets to fine art and classic ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Yardarm Restaurant

Route 28, Orleans, MA 02653
508-255-4840

A few years ago, a local writer, a world traveler, once described The Yardarm restaurant as "The closest thing that Cape Cod has to an authentic European pub." He was right. For the past 31 years, restaurateur John Sully has run the Yardarm as a local year-round attraction, welcoming the many summer people who return year after year to their favorite Cape Cod restaurant. Stop in and pick up some of the local ambience, and some of the best values for the best food on Cape Cod. As soon as you sit down, you'll feel like you're visiting a place ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Coonamessett Inn

311 Gifford St., Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-2300

The Coonamessett Inn is located in the pretty, seaside village of Falmouth on Cape Cod. Near sandy beaches, picturesque harbors, galleries, antique shops, and ferries to the islands; all the beauty and adventure the Cape has to offer is yours at the gracious, glorious Coonamessett Inn. The original residence, barn, caretaker's quarters and carriage house stand on six acres of meticulously landscaped grounds. Much of the fine interior work -- ballast brick fireplaces and wood paneling -- has retained its original beauty despite the passing of years and changing of hands. The pond, now protected as conservation land, is graced ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Bayzo's Pub at The Mansion at Ocean Edge

2907 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631
774 323 6012

Open year round, this cozy, intimate gathering spot featuring a piano and four flat screen televisions to help you keep track of the Red Sox, Celtics and Patriots. Bayzo's is located on the lower level of the Mansion at Ocean Edge. <MORE INFORMATION>

The Dan'l Webster Inn (dining)

149 Main Street, Sandwich, MA 02653
(800) 444-3566 or (508) 888-3622

The centerpiece of Sandwich, Cape Cod's oldest village, the Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa is the essence of Colonial charm and elegance. As recipient of the DiRona Award (placing the restaurant in the top 1% of restaurants in the country) and Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, the Dan'l Webster is home to one of the most acclaimed wine cellars in the region. Enjoy fine dining in the romantic intimacy of the Music Room, the elegant Webster Room or perhaps the sun or moonlit Conservatory. The menu reflects distinctive selections representing both traditional and contemporary tastes. Menu selections are true classics ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Beach House Grill at Chatham Bars Inn

297 Shore Road, Chatham, MA 02633
1-508-945-0096 or 508.945.0096

Oceanfront Dining on Cape Cod Located on the sands of Chatham Bars Inn private beach, the Beach House Grill is the best spot on Cape Cod for oceanfront dining. Immerse yourself in the Cape Cod experience at this unique indoor/outdoor restaurant is family-friendly, offering only the freshest seasonal seafood and casual dining fare. Relax and enjoy white table cloth dining indoors or have a lobster roll and signature cocktails on the deck outside overlooking the pool and the Atlantic Ocean. Lunch is served daily, and summer dinners are extra-special with family theme nights including our famous Cape Cod Clambake. Open ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Napi's

7 Freeman St, Provincetown, MA 02657
800-571-6274

Located on a winding street full of colorful sunflowers and roses, a block away from the hustle and bustle of town is a unique restaurant called Napi's. Surrounded by the works of local artists, antique stained glass and carousel horses, you will enjoy our varied menu of Napi and Helen's favorite dishes from around the world. In 1965, the site of Napi's Resturant was a string of auto garages which housed Helen and Napi's antique business. Two years later the Van Derecks decided to enter the restaurant business, and construction began. Napi, a builder and craftsman himself, assembled a crew ... <MORE INFORMATION>

twenty-eight atlantic, at the Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

2173 Route 28, Harwich, MA 02645
508-430-3000

A posh waterfront location, spectacular cuisine and superb service combine to create a unique Cape Cod dining experience. Twenty-eight Atlantic is the resort’s signature restaurant and enjoys the highest ratings on Cape Cod from Forbes, AAA and Zagat. Eight-foot windows frame the panoramic views of Pleasant Bay, while Shaker-style furnishings, hand-blown glass chandeliers, nautical etchings, Limoges china, Riedel stemware create an atmosphere of eclectic style and quiet luxury. Chef James Hackney’s distinctive menu celebrates native and seasonal ingredients with creative, award-winning flair. Reservations accepted. <MORE INFORMATION>

Hearth 'n Kettle Restaurants (South Yarmouth)

1196 Main Street (Route 28), South Yarmouth, MA 02664
(508) 394-2252

For Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner, Hearth ‘n Kettle promises a consistently great dining experience! A favorite spot for locals and year rounders, “H’nK” is known for its friendly service; cozy, comfortable atmosphere; and fresh, wholesome cooking. Each of the six locations is open 7 days a week from 7am and a Breakfast menu is available all day. Hearth ‘n Kettle also offers the best Kids’ Menu around, a large Gluten-free menu and full liquor. Each location has free WiFi. Hearth ’n Kettle, a family-owned restaurant, has remained true to its original concept since its first restaurant opened in 1973: to ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Hemisphere

98 Town Neck Road, Sandwich, MA 02563
(508) 888-6166

Whether you are looking for an out of the ordinary setting for a special occasion, a casual atmosphere for a relaxed meal, or a place with a picturesque water view where you can get a drink and appetizer, Hemisphere Cape Cod will serve you well. What better way to compliment the beautiful coastal surroundings of the Cape Cod Canal than with an inspired dining experience? Enjoy panoramic water views while enjoying a cocktail and a delicious treat from our menu. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. all week in ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Grand Cru Wine Bar & Grill

1225 Iyannough Rd, Route 132 & Bearse's Way at the Cape Codder Resort, Hyannis, MA 02601
(508) 568-2932

Cool and intimate....warm and comfortable, the Grand Cru Wine Bar and Grill is that rare, special kind of place that you find only once in a great while. For a drink...for dinner...for innovative jazz every Friday and Saturday night. In the warm, mediterranean-style ambiance, you'll sample an extensive list of carefully selected wines from around the world...by the taste, glass or bottle. Sample a Chocolate or Key Lime Martini, enticing Margarita or uniquely presented Cosmo. Our menu features creatively prepared regional fare in a casual, yet elegant atmosphere. Compliment your beverage with a savory appetizer such as Bruschetta Caprese or ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Skipper Restaurant, The

152 South Shore Drive, South Yarmouth, MA 02664
(508) 394-7406

The Skipper Restaurant and Chowder House established in 1936, is one of Cape Cod's oldest waterfront restaurants with the pristine views of Nantucket sound The Skipper Crew have made this restaurant the huge success that it is, by hard work and taking care of our local population whether you are visiting Cape Cod for a day, a week or a lifetime; Our chefs work hard to present the finest and freshest fish you can find, certified Angus cuts of beef and not to mention our Award winning clam chowder. All our entrees are cooked to order and we have a ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Wauwinet, The

120 Wauwinet Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
800-426-8718 or 508-228-0145

Situated in glamorous seclusion on the northeast end of Nantucket, The Wauwinet is the island’s only Relais & Châteaux hotel. An adults-only escape, it is the stuff of storybook romance. Its grounds are beautifully landscaped, with unmatched views and access to two beaches – one on the ocean and one on the bay. The 33-room inn is a study in luxe comfort, from Pratesi linens to antique armoires and private sundecks. TOPPER’s, its New American cuisine restaurant, is consistently ranked one of the top in New England. A continual recipient of Wine Spectator’s “Grand Award,” the restaurant features over 1,400 ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Hearth 'n Kettle Restaurants (Plymouth)

In the John Carver Inn & Spa, 25 Summer Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
(800) 274-1620 or (508) 746-7100

For Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner, Hearth ‘n Kettle promises a consistently great dining experience! A favorite spot for locals and year rounders, “H’nK” is known for its friendly service; cozy, comfortable atmosphere; and fresh, wholesome cooking. Each of the six locations is open 7 days a week from 7am and a Breakfast menu is available all day. Hearth ‘n Kettle also offers the best Kids’ Menu around, a large Gluten-free menu and full liquor. Each location has free WiFi. Hearth ’n Kettle, a family-owned restaurant, has remained true to its original concept since its first restaurant opened in 1973: to ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Bookstore and Restaurant

50 Kendrick Avenue, Wellfleet, MA 02667
(508) 349-3154

Open From Valentine’s Day through New Years Day for lunch and dinner. Breakfast served Saturdays and Sundays only. Enjoy the spectacular view of Wellfleet Harbor and Great Island while having appetizers and cocktails on one of the outer decks. Noted for growing their shellfish from shellfish grants right in Wellfleet Harbor. Our menu includes fresh native seafood, steaks, pasta dishes, vegetarian and children’s menu. Handicap access available. Visit the one of a kind Bookstore for collector items, old comics and new books. Also visit the Bomb Shelter Pub, open year round from 4 pm til 1 am to play pool, ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Anthony's Cummaquid Inn

Route 6A, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675
(508) 362-4501

On beautiful Cape Cod Bay, in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, Anthony's Cummaquid Inn offers fine dining with sweeping views. Anthony's Cummaquid Inn, keeping in tradition with Boston's renowned Anthony's Pier Four, combines the best of both international and regional cuisine featuring fresh seafood including local seafood, lobsters, prime steaks and an award winning wine list that offers outstanding selections from around the world....and our spectacular view from every table comes at no extra cost. Our waterview rooms are available for intimate dinners or for functions and weddings up to 200 people. <MORE INFORMATION>

Sam Diego's Mexican Cookery & Bar

950 Iyanough Rd., Hyannis, MA 02601
(508) 771-8816

Sam's offers award-winning cuisine featuring Mexican and Tex-Mex specialties, and our famous BBQ Baby Back Ribs. We also offer a delicious selection of salads, SAMwiches, burgers and creative Southwestern specialty dishes. There is no better place to be sippin' a giant frosty Margarita or a cool, sultry Bahama Mama. We even serve our famous Texas Iced Teas in cowboy boot shaped glassware. No kid can resist the great Young Juan's menu along with the coloring pages and crayons to make their visit enjoyable. <MORE INFORMATION>

Cooke's Restaurants , Inc.

7 Ryan's Way, Mashpee, MA 02649
(508) 477-9595

Cooke's Seafood has been serving award-winning seafood for over 25 years! Located in Hyannis and now Mashpee, the friendly atmosphere and fast attentive service has a loyal following of appreciative customers that anxiously await every Spring opening. The secret of Cooke's success is simple: Serve only the freshest, highest quality seafood. No compromise. Long term relationships with local seafood purveyors ensure consistency. Today the third generation of the Haidas family continues the tradition of serving the best-fried and broiled seafood on Cape Cod. Using original family recipes for their special batters, the results are tender, light seafood and crispy, sweet ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Martha's Vineyard Chamber of Commerce

P.O. Box 1698, Martha's Vineyard, MA 02568
800.505.4815

Discover the Magic of Martha's Vineyard Located just 7 miles off the Massachusetts coastline, the beautiful island of Martha's Vineyard is a world apart, offering a vacation ambience unlike any other. Explore the diversity of our six island towns, take long walks along our pristine shores, and step back in time to a more leisurely pace. Each season offers something different. We invite you to come and experience all the island of Martha's Vineyard has to offer. MARTHA'S VINEYARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE <MORE INFORMATION>

Joe's Beach Road Bar & Grille at the Barley Neck Inn

5 Beach Road, East Orleans, MA 02643-0486
(508) 255-0212

We have a fantastic restaurant, voted one of the top ten on Cape Cod by Yankee Magazine, applauded by the Boston Globe and by USA Today. Our lively bar hosts regular entertainment and is a lower- Cape hotspot for nightlife. The four intimate dining rooms are housed in our 1868 Sea Captain's home. The original attached barn houses our casual dining and entertainment spot, Joe's Beach Road Bar & Grille. We are renowned for our selection of top shelf cocktails and value priced wines. All of our dining rooms are equipped for connection to any audio visual or electronic communications ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Buoy Bar at the Boatslip

161 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA 02657
1-877-PTOWNMA or 508-487-1669

Experience the upbeat energy of the Boatslip Resort and enjoy the free spirited and fun atmosphere we are famous for. And you don't have to stay to play. Our poolside deck, the Deckside Grill, The Buoy Bar Lounge and Tea Dance are all open to the public. The Buoy Bar Lounge is our recently renovated lobby bar - relax over a martini anytime! Every afternoon at the stroke of four, the deck of the Boatslip is transformed into Provincetown's biggest outdoor dance party. Hot bodies, good friends and great dance music make this daily event a "must-do" for seasoned travelers ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Cape Cod Central Railroad

252 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
(888) 797-RAIL or (508) 771-3800

Elegant Dinner Train Recapture the romance of a by-gone era while you enjoy a five course gourmet meal served on crisp white linen by a friendly and attentive staff, aboard our elegant, climate controlled, vintage dining cars. Let the clickety-clack take you back with this enchanting fine-dining experience on old Cape Cod. The three hour trip departs from the Hyannis station. The Elegant Dinner Train crosses the historic Cape Cod Canal railroad bridge (the longest railroad lift bridge in the world at the time it was built) and enters the Cape Cod village of Buzzards Bay. ADULTS ONLY. PROPER DRESS ... <MORE INFORMATION>

The Land Ho! Orleans

38 Main St.(Rt 6A), Orleans, MA 02653
508-255-5165

The Land Ho! is housed in one of the oldest buildings in Orleans, right off Route 6A. Owner John Murphy has created a place that is as intimate as it is lively, with a charm and character all its own. Featuring gorgeous oak floors and polished brass fixtures, the main dining room elicits wide-eyes and smiles from everyone who comes in. Signs from local businesses hang from every available ceiling space, making the Land Ho! a genuine Cape Cod hang out. <MORE INFORMATION>

Flying Bridge, The

220 Scranton Avenue, Falmouth, MA 02540
508-548-2700

The Flying Bridge Restaurant is a unique waterfront setting for a memorable Cape Cod dining experience. Arrive or depart by boat if you wish. The Flying Bridge offers magnificent views of Falmouth Harbor and Martha's Vineyard. With its enviable location at the mouth of Falmouth's bustling Harbor, the Flying Bridge Restaurant combines a cosmopolitan culture with the excitement of a dockside cafe. For weddings and other events, the Flying Bridge has reserved the entire second floor with its floor to ceiling windows that practically put you on the decks of the yachts motoring by. No matter where you go, you ... <MORE INFORMATION>

Tugboats

21 Arlington Street, Hyannis Marina, Hyannis, MA 02601
(508) 775-6433

Overlooking all of Hyannis Harbor, TUGBOATS is acclaimed for quality dining at affordable prices. Come casual and bring the kids! Rated the best outside waterfront dining on ALL of Cape Cod. Open for Lunch and Dinner Daily. Heated canopied decks for those cool nights. Enjoy a libation and the outstanding view from out elevated, glassed-in wheelhouse bar. Come join us for the fun and don't forget your camera! <MORE INFORMATION>

Del Mar Bar & Bistro

907 Main Street, Rt. 28, Chatham, MA 02566
508-945-9988

Chatham's newest nightspot for eating, drinking and socializing. When the opportunity arose to purchase the restaurant formally known as the RooBar, John Zartartian of the Aqua Grille Bistro in Sandwich, couldn't resist. The atmosphere is casual and relaxing and the food is prepared by Chef Maria Polio with the honest approach that results in authenticity and satisfaction. Creative Bistro Entrees • Wood Fired Thin Crust Pizzas • International Pastas <MORE INFORMATION>

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