Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Cape Cod and the Islands

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Updated January 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Cape Cod and the Islands? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bluefins - Falmouth

4.9

4.9 (90)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Falmouth

About the restaurant

Bluefins Falmouth, has a focus on fresh, locally sourced seafood, coupled with inspiration from local Cape Cod farm ingredients. We aim to craft sushi and tempura dishes that both celebrate and showcase seafood in classically inspired Japanese methods and at the same time honoring traditional New England seafood cuisine.

Top review

Stephanie

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

We had an excellent meal last night at Bluefins. The chef special sashimi appetizer was absolutely delicious and all the sushi rolls we had were fresh, tasty, and beautifully presented. We also enjoyed a bottle of sake. It was pretty full on a Friday night and very lively and fun, but not too loud. My only criticism is that they asked if this was a special occasion, and I noted that it was a birthday, but they didn't acknowledge this in any way. We still had a lovely time, but don't ask if you're not going to do anything special or even wish the diner a happy birthday.

Brazilian Grill - Hyannis

4.8

4.8 (2239)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Hyannis

About the restaurant

The Brazilian Grill - Hyannis offers an authentic Brazilian dining experience as we serve you Churrasco a Rodizio. Rodizio is Brazilian style Barbeque, offering a wide variety of different cuts of beef, pork, lamb and chicken that are slowly cooked over natural wood to preserve all their natural juices and flavors. We also offer a full buffet of soups, fresh salads, cheeses, hot entrees and side dishes. In addition, we have a special selection of desserts all made in our kitchen from homemade recipes. We also have a full service bar with a variety of wines, beers and Brazilian drinks such as the famous Caipirinha. The Brazilian Grill Churrascaria is proud to share the traditions, culture and food of Southern Brazil. Come hungry and enjoy your dining experience here with us!

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Michael

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, great atmosphere, great service. As always!

Governor Bradford Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (40)

$30 and under

American

Provincetown

About the restaurant

Located in a building with a unique and telling history, we bring to the table classic dishes with a traditional Cape Cod feel and a new twist. Focusing on local, fresh, ingredients, our chef demonstrates how innovation can make old feel renewed. The bar room has been updated with a state of the art draught system. It is our privilege to be pouring craft beers from the most coveted breweries near and far. We hope you join us soon to enjoy our offerings.

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GabrielleVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Another fantastic meal at the Governor Bradford.

The Nautilus - Nantucket

4.8

4.8 (97)

$50 and over

Pan-Asian

Nantucket

About the restaurant

Leading Nantucket’s thriving restaurant scene, The Nautilus (est. 2014) is an island staple built on the idea of a shared social experience. Founders Liam Mackey (food), Clinton Terry (drink) & Stephen Bowler’s (wine & business) island-mentality of being “serious about what we do, but not taking ourselves too seriously” perfectly sums up The Nautilus experience. The highly regarded culinary program is a sort of ‘New England coastal cuisine meets Asian & global haute street food’ vibe featuring small plates served tapas style, combined w/ larger group feasts (think Peking inspired duck). The culinary inspired cocktails draw on both seasonal & regional inspirations while the wine & sake list is recognized as a “Best Of” by Wine Spectator. Fueled by curated, energetic music, the stimulating yet neighborly atmosphere makes the new & unfamiliar feel comfortable & intimate, a philosophy that seamlessly ties the food, cocktails, wine & ambiance together to cr

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AnnVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Very lively , fun place. Excellent service. Excellent food

Embargo

4.7

4.7 (779)

$31 to $50

American

Hyannis

About the restaurant

Embargo is open and is the place to be on Cape Cod, featuring a chic and sophisticated atmosphere with amazing food and handcrafted cocktails. Our menu features dry aged steaks cooked to perfection, mouth watering tapas, and of course, fresh local seafood. Each meal becomes an event when shared with friends and family!

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO HIGH DEMAND, we do not guarantee reservations for outdoor patio seating. Tables are sat on a first come, first serve basis. If you have a reservation and request outdoor seating, you may endure a brief waiting period. All reservations are held for 10 minutes and will be considered cancelled without a phone call. Please also note we only take reservations for dining tables only.

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BOBVIP

Dined on Dec 5, 2024

Visiting Hyannis from out of state and decided to try Embargo. Definitely one of the best decisions ever. Drinks, food and service were some of the best we've ever experienced. Would make a trip back just to go there again. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and try Embargo.

or, The Whale

4.7

4.7 (603)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Nantucket

About the restaurant

With a prime location in a storied Main Street building, or, The Whale, bistro, bar & patio will be serving dinner nightly and weekend brunch in summer season. The spacious outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy Chef Manny's inspired menu. Indoor and outdoor dining reservations are accepted 2 weeks in advance - bar seating is first come first serve.

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SeanVIP

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Good food, was there during Christmas Stroll so it was noisy but still great.

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4.7

4.7 (33)

$50 and over

Contemporary Asian

Nantucket

About the restaurant

Gaslight is an open concept bar, restaurant, and live music venue serving some of the best food Nantucket has to offer. The cuisine, from Chef Liam Mackey (The Nautilus), has a Japanese Izakaya vibe where you'll find a variety of haute street food style pan-Asian cuisine include noodles, rice dishes, bao buns, raw fish, skewers, dumplings, and more. The bar program, curated by Clinton Terry (The Nautilus) features a variety of fresh ingredient forward cocktails with culinary inspired themes, and rotating craft beers on tap. The wine list leans towards fun, funky, natural w/ a twist of the classic plus the island's only Champagne Vending machine (thank you Moët). The atmosphere is lively, the staff is friendly, the location in the heart of downtown Nantucket can't be beat, and the live music starts every night in the summer around 1030pm, featuring both local and off-island acts with high name recognition. Gaslight is the place to be!

Top review

Chris

Dined on Nov 2, 2024

It was our first time at the Gaslight. Asian infused dishes were anywhere from solid to excellent. I particularly enjoyed the lemongrass shrimp / pasta dish. The tequila / ginger drink was also excellent. With that said, it is essentially bar food in a bar environment. So, important to be clear on your expectations.

Brew Fish Bar & Eatery

4.6

4.6 (734)

$30 and under

American

Wareham

About the restaurant

Brew Fish Bar and Eatery is a fun place to be with a casual upscale atmosphere, great service, great food, and great drinks that you will want to come back for. We chose the name to reflect our love of beer and the representation of new twists on local and New England favorites like our “Ch’ale Soup” a chowder which combines two local favorites…Chowder and Kale Soup into one delicious creation! Whether you’re in the mood for a nice cold craft beer, a hearty burger or pizza, or an amazing entrée, we believe that at Brew Fish Bar & Eatery, you will find exactly what you are looking for. Our welcoming staff and warm atmosphere will make you feel that you’ve entered a place where we love people, food and family.

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Karissa

Dined 3 days ago

As always, we had a great experience at Brew Fish. Food was delicious, our server was great and the atmosphere is always top notch.

Patio American Grill

4.5

4.5 (1184)

$30 and under

American

Provincetown

About the restaurant

Patio American Grill and Cocktail Bar offers a true Cape Cod experience in the center of Provincetown. This is the place to come and enjoy inspired New England cuisine and great cocktails in a casual, elegant and chic atmosphere.

Patio's eclectic menu features a new spin on fresh local seafood and a variety of lobster preparations alongside steaks, entree salads, Panini sandwiches, burgers, pastas, vegetarian dishes and homemade desserts. Guests can also find sanctuary at the raw bar, known for its delectable freshly shucked local oysters.

And if it's just a drink you're after, you can nestle into our cozy bar with one of our famous mojitos, martinis, frozen drinks or a glass of wine selected from a list that features good values from around the world.
Come join us at Patio, and begin your new Provincetown tradition.

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Dolores

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

Fabulous location, wonderful service. We dine here every year on our Cape Cod vacation

Salena

4.3

4.3 (28)

$30 and under

Latin American

Plymouth

About the restaurant

Located on the historic Plymouth waterfront within walking distance to landmarks like the Mayflower and Plymouth Rock, the owners and operators of Salt Raw Bar bring you their newest creation. Chef Scott Curran brings the flavors of Latin America to life in our beautiful dining room and vibrant bar. Enjoy signature favorites from Peru, Argentina and Puerto Rico like the Arroz Chaufa, Chimichurri Marinated Hangar Steak and Jibarito Sliders. Expert mixologist Ashely Sullivan brings magic to the bar in the Maldiablo Margarita and the refreshing Cocojito. Choose from our curated wine list and wide selection of bottled and canned beers.

Relax in our dining room downstairs or enjoy the lively ambiance upstairs in the bar and lounge, or enjoy the unparalleled view of Plymouth Harbor from our elevated deck during good weather. Salena is the newest destination in Plymouth, make your reservation today!

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Janice

Dined on Jan 4, 2025

Service was top-notch! Everyone was attentive and friendly. Food was delicious! E had the Arroz Chaufa…amazing!

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