Restaurants in Nantucket
The Boarding House
These guys could hold their own in the New York dining scene, but we’d much rather eat on the patio, prime for people-watching smack in the heart of town. Then again, the newly revived and cozy inside dining is just as alluring these days, especially on a rainy or chilly fall night. The vibe is warm and the bar is buzzing with locals and tourists alike eager to sample chef and owner Seth Raynor’s creations. The menu embraces everything about Nantucket, from the fish to cheese and lettuces. Order a Blueberry Spring Thyme cocktail, a blend of meyer lemon, blueberries, vodka and fresh thyme while you wander the menu. We rarely insist on a dish, but we take exception in matters of “5 pm Fresh Ricotta.” Believe me, you’ll want to secure an order the moment you sit (before...
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Topper’s at The Wauwinet
Locals and tourists alike insist that a visit to The Wauwinet is a rite of passage when visiting Nantucket. Whether you’re staying here for the weekend, or just popping in for lunch, this tranquil inn houses one of the best restaurants on the island. Or more specifically, one of the best lobster rolls in town. Served on a sturdy, bun-like roll, it comes stuffed with a tasty mix of tail and claw meat, anointed with a bright, lemon aioli, and sided by an equally as good mountain of hand-cut French fries sprinkled with Old Bay seasoning. Start with an ice tea or a glass of rose and some local, Sweet Neck Farm Oysters, sweet and fresh, then make your way into the Lobster Roll. Just ten minutes outside of town, The Wauwinet is a great place to...
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Nantucket’s Best Ice Cream Shop: The Juice Bar
Don’t let the block long lines deter you from making a pit stop at the best ice cream shop in Nantucket. That’s right, we said ice cream shop. Though they do indeed sell juices and smoothies, The Juice Bar’s much more famous to locals and tourists alike for their impressive selection of homemade ice creams. There are almost too many flavor to choose from, but our favorite kinds are the Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie Dough, Coffee Heathbar, Grapenut, and Chocolate Oreo. In fact, the only one we didn’t really love was the Green Monster (mint with cookie dough). If you’re looking for something a tad bit healthier, they also make low fat flavors, like Mint Oreo and Mocha Chip. Did we mention the warm waffle cones? They’re to-die-for as well and all baked fresh to order. ...
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Something Natural
There’s fine dining and then there’s lunchtime, which is a whole different genre of grub. We wish we had a Something Natural in New York, but we’ll settle for an overstuffed sandwich a day at this charmed shop and bakery. Speaking of, they bake all of their breads in-house and they’re all AMAZING, especially the Six Grain, Oatmeal and Portuguese Bread. Their Lobster Salad sandwich, made with whole claws and mingled with dill and a swipe of mayo, puts most renditions to shame. But you can’t really go wrong. There’s roast beef, smoked turkey, ham and veggies with terrific garnishes, including sprouts, pickles, hummus, bacon and chutney. Definitely save room for their humongous cookies. The cookies are freshly baked as well, super moist and super good, especially the Oatmeal Raisin. You can pick up or eat in, but we...
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Galley Beach
This stylish, beachside spot looks like something straight out of summertime St. Tropez. Located on Cliffside Beach in Nantucket, Galley Beach is a dreamy setting to watch the sun set across the sound while you dine al fresco. The space is outfitted with porch tables, tables on the sand, and cushy outdoor sofas for lounging late into the night and sipping on their, signature Sancerre & Peach Sangria. Though it tends to be a scene as the evening progresses, the kitchen happens to turn out solid food. Skip the Local Vegetable Tasting (which was odd and unsatisfying) and instead, start with a moist Crab Cake accented with a tomato, cucumber and mint salad and lush champagne beurre blanc. There’s a beautiful roasted beet salad with charred scallions and a vibrant Nantucket flounder in a light green curry broth....
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