favorite restaurants

Ocean House – Dennisport
Unbelievable views of Nantucket Sound and fabulous menu. Great outdoor bar just above the beach. Live music each afternoon in season at the beach bar.  
Insider's Tip: Make your reservation for before sunset so you can enjoy the incredible views from the dining room. The huge dining room windows make you feel like you are on a ship in the middle of the ocean.

Marshside – East Dennis 
Beautiful waterfront location on Sesuit Creek, traditional American & seafood menu. Resort casual.

Mattakeese Wharf – Barnstable 
Waterfront on Barnstable Harbor. Watch the whale watch boats arrive and depart. A local seafood tradition for over 40 years. 
Insider's Tip: Go for lunch then get on a whale watch next door!
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Brax Landing – Harwichport  
Great outdoor patio on Saquatucket Harbor and a cozy, traditional Cape Cod interior. Affordable, quality menu.  
Insider's Tip: Fab fish tacos. 

Captain Frosty’s – Dennis 
Fried clams, lobster rolls and other sea fare (burgers, too) at this award winning seafood shanty. A tradition since 1976! Open seasonally.

Scargo Cafe - Dennis
A mainstay of the local dining scene. Quality menu with something for everyone in an historic sea captain's home with cozy wood paneling and fireplace.

The Oyster Company Raw Bar & Grille – Dennisport
Oysters are grown locally by the restaurant and served fresh daily. Fresh seafood, innovative menu.
Insider's Tip: The sashimi oysters on their menu are life changing. Seriously.