Where to Make a Dinner Reservation on Nantucket
Whether you're a first time visitor to Nantucket, or you vacation there every summer, it can be difficult to navigate the waters in terms of what restaurants to choose.
This is especially true if you are only going to spend a few evenings dining out.
Below are a few suggestions to help you hit the spots that suit you best and that will help make your trip to Nantucket even more memorable.
Additionally, there have been quite a few changes in the restaurant landscape since last summer.
Some places closed, others opened up.
A few chefs moved from one locale to another.
Here are a few options to consider.
Hire a babysitter for these swanky, grown-up dining spots.
Company of the Cauldron This old school classic is wonderfully romantic and not to be missed.
Their menu is prix fixe and changes nightly.
There are usually two seatings each evening.
Call ahead or visit their website to view the menus in advance.
Alternately, if you happen to be strolling through town, walk by and pick up a copy of the menu right at the door.
The dining room is dimly lit, which adds to the romance, as does the harp player's lovely, soothing music.
The Brant Point Grill For steak house dining with a seafood twist, this restaurant fits the bills.
The main dining room is outside, under an awning.
Rain would not prevent this from being a terrific place for dinner.
The view of the harbor is fantastic and just watching boats coming and going can keep you occupied all evening.
The food is delicious, dependable, and the wine list is impressive.
Cru (NEW!) Cru is a new restaurant located in the old Rope Walk building.
If you are looking for waterfront views, this provides one of the best in town.
When the doors are open (as they often are on summer nights), the warm, salty air wafts into the dining room to pleasantly remind you that the sea is nearby.
Many boats are docked in the slips right outside and are fun to check out either before or after dinner.
The inside dining room has been renovated since The Rope Walk departure, and hopes are high for this new establishment.
The Breeze Bar & Café at The Nantucket Hotel and Resort (NEW!) This new place is the talk of the town.
Everyone is hoping it lives up to the hype.
Located in what was formerly called The Point Breeze but is now known as The Nantucket Hotel and Resort, this 100-seat restaurant (including an outside patio) will be serving food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The chef is planning a "farm to table menu," as well as serving local seafood and a kid's menu.
Hopefully patrons will be lined up out the door.
The Galley Nothing makes you feel like "you've made it" like The Galley can.
This could be the best restaurant on Nantucket based exclusively on the unbeatable beach views.
The option to kick your shoes off and stroll down to the water, cocktail in hand, will leave you feeling like you're living the high life.
Visit this swanky dining spot once and you'll forever dream of going back.
Dress comfortably and bring the kids along for dinner.
The Brotherhood This is the classic burger and fries joint on Nantucket.
There are several boisterous dining rooms as well as an outdoor patio.
The menu is varied, yet casual.
There are burgers and sandwiches, as well as entrees like fish and chips.
They have a fun cocktail list (order a French 75) and make a mean Shirley Temple.
The Jetties Restaurant It's hard to beat the Jetties for atmosphere.
It's the perfect place to wander into with your bathing suits still on after a day spent at the beach.
Order a cocktail for yourself and pizza for the kids.
The bar opens at 5PM and sometimes has live music.
There's a view of the water not to mention the sunset.
Kids can run around and play in the sand while the adults gather round casual picnic tables for a simple yet ideal seaside dinner.
They even have oysters and Veuve Clicquot.
How can you go wrong? Steamboat Pizza Take-out is the name of the game here as there are no tables.
Program their number into your phone and place an order to pick up on the way home from the beach.
This is perfect for a fast, easy dinner, or an evening where you want to feed the kids quickly so the adults can focus on lobsters or grilled swordfish.
The Tavern Stop here for a bite on a night when you just want to wander around town checking out the shops.
The restaurant is located in a picturesque spot on Straight Wharf, right at the bottom of Main Street on Nantucket.
Save room for homemade ice cream and waffle cones from The Juice Bar for dessert.
This is especially true if you are only going to spend a few evenings dining out.
Below are a few suggestions to help you hit the spots that suit you best and that will help make your trip to Nantucket even more memorable.
Additionally, there have been quite a few changes in the restaurant landscape since last summer.
Some places closed, others opened up.
A few chefs moved from one locale to another.
Here are a few options to consider.
Hire a babysitter for these swanky, grown-up dining spots.
Company of the Cauldron This old school classic is wonderfully romantic and not to be missed.
Their menu is prix fixe and changes nightly.
There are usually two seatings each evening.
Call ahead or visit their website to view the menus in advance.
Alternately, if you happen to be strolling through town, walk by and pick up a copy of the menu right at the door.
The dining room is dimly lit, which adds to the romance, as does the harp player's lovely, soothing music.
The Brant Point Grill For steak house dining with a seafood twist, this restaurant fits the bills.
The main dining room is outside, under an awning.
Rain would not prevent this from being a terrific place for dinner.
The view of the harbor is fantastic and just watching boats coming and going can keep you occupied all evening.
The food is delicious, dependable, and the wine list is impressive.
Cru (NEW!) Cru is a new restaurant located in the old Rope Walk building.
If you are looking for waterfront views, this provides one of the best in town.
When the doors are open (as they often are on summer nights), the warm, salty air wafts into the dining room to pleasantly remind you that the sea is nearby.
Many boats are docked in the slips right outside and are fun to check out either before or after dinner.
The inside dining room has been renovated since The Rope Walk departure, and hopes are high for this new establishment.
The Breeze Bar & Café at The Nantucket Hotel and Resort (NEW!) This new place is the talk of the town.
Everyone is hoping it lives up to the hype.
Located in what was formerly called The Point Breeze but is now known as The Nantucket Hotel and Resort, this 100-seat restaurant (including an outside patio) will be serving food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The chef is planning a "farm to table menu," as well as serving local seafood and a kid's menu.
Hopefully patrons will be lined up out the door.
The Galley Nothing makes you feel like "you've made it" like The Galley can.
This could be the best restaurant on Nantucket based exclusively on the unbeatable beach views.
The option to kick your shoes off and stroll down to the water, cocktail in hand, will leave you feeling like you're living the high life.
Visit this swanky dining spot once and you'll forever dream of going back.
Dress comfortably and bring the kids along for dinner.
The Brotherhood This is the classic burger and fries joint on Nantucket.
There are several boisterous dining rooms as well as an outdoor patio.
The menu is varied, yet casual.
There are burgers and sandwiches, as well as entrees like fish and chips.
They have a fun cocktail list (order a French 75) and make a mean Shirley Temple.
The Jetties Restaurant It's hard to beat the Jetties for atmosphere.
It's the perfect place to wander into with your bathing suits still on after a day spent at the beach.
Order a cocktail for yourself and pizza for the kids.
The bar opens at 5PM and sometimes has live music.
There's a view of the water not to mention the sunset.
Kids can run around and play in the sand while the adults gather round casual picnic tables for a simple yet ideal seaside dinner.
They even have oysters and Veuve Clicquot.
How can you go wrong? Steamboat Pizza Take-out is the name of the game here as there are no tables.
Program their number into your phone and place an order to pick up on the way home from the beach.
This is perfect for a fast, easy dinner, or an evening where you want to feed the kids quickly so the adults can focus on lobsters or grilled swordfish.
The Tavern Stop here for a bite on a night when you just want to wander around town checking out the shops.
The restaurant is located in a picturesque spot on Straight Wharf, right at the bottom of Main Street on Nantucket.
Save room for homemade ice cream and waffle cones from The Juice Bar for dessert.
