Best restaurants near me in Nantucket, MA

81 restaurants available nearby

1. or, The Whale

4.7

Exceptional(588)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Nantucket

Booked 20 times today

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.

A photo of The Nautilus - Nantucket restaurant

2. The Nautilus - Nantucket

4.7

Exceptional(69)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Nantucket

Booked 27 times today

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

3. Black Eyed Susans

4.8

Exceptional(210)

Price: Expensive

• American • Nantucket

Booked 25 times today

An island institution for over 30 years, BES has recently been reborn under new management and ownership. Chef Todd Edwards returns to create new + old menu item favorites, including BES’ classic linguini w/ clams and tuna tartare. With an intimate and cozy atmosphere, the restaurant features an open kitchen with counter and table service. BYOB. Breakfast is open! Walk-in only.

4. The Gaslight

4.7

Exceptional(29)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Nantucket

Booked 8 times today

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!

5. Misogi Noodle Bar

4.3

Awesome(18)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Nantucket

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Misogi Noodle Bar, where Chef Felino Samson, former chef-owner of The Beet, invites you to enjoy his new concept surrounding the Southeast Asian cuisines of Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, and Japan.Our newly renovated dining room brings Japan to Nantucket, with an Asian themed lounge, reminiscent of an Izakaya, offering a polished yet casual atmosphere. Check out our new 7-seat bar, where we craft both new and classic cocktails, including the Misogi Tiki Tiki and the Spicy Margarita. Explore our sommelier curated wine list, a variety of sakes, and our variety of mocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.While Misogi is a noodle bar, our menu is anything but limited. The lunch menu brings back Beet classics including the Chicken Burger, Hulk, Miso Happy Salad, and more. For dinner, indulge in a culinary journey inspired by Chef Felino's childhood memories in the Philippines and his cultural travels throughout the world.

6. Ships Inn

4.8

Exceptional(476)

Price: Expensive

• American • Nantucket

Booked 8 times today

The Ships Inn Restaurant offers one of Nantucket's finest dining experiences. Located in an historic whaling captain\'s mansion built in 1831, the dining room and lounge are below street level and have an updated colonial atmosphere. Tall windows along two walls let in the summer breezes and let escape the sounds of happy conversation. This restaurant is a very good choice for an evening out with friends, and there are cozy, intimate alcoves for more romantic encounters. American/French cuisine is featured, with everything freshly prepared on the premises. Chef Mark Gottwald's food is bold and flavorful, and presented with understated elegance. Dinner menu selections include lobster, calamari, crab cakes, salmon, prawns, chicken, duck, beef, and lamb. Only the freshest ingredients are used. Members of our restaurant staff have been part of the Ships Inn family for an average of seven years or more. Friendliness, attentiveness, and food knowledge are the cornerstones of our operation.

7. Island Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(540)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Nantucket

Booked 12 times today

Casual indoor/outdoor dining, open year-round. Located mid-island, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week. Seasonally, we have a beautiful outdoor bar, serving up drinks and food for before or after a trip to the beach, as well as a full outdoor patio and indoor dining room! We also serve 30 different homemade flavors of ice cream at our ice cream counter from May through Columbus Day. Follow us on Instagram @iknantucket @ikpalmbeachcatering

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8. The Ocean House Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(5951)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dennis

Booked 58 times today

Welcome to The Ocean House, named one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America by OpenTable for 2023. Located on a pristine sand dune, our establishment offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, setting an unforgettable backdrop.Our culinary philosophy blends the freshest New England seafood with Asian fusion inspiration, creating dishes that delight and inspire. Each meal is a testament to our commitment to culinary excellence.Please note, due to dining room design and fairness, we cannot honor requests for window tables but are committed to providing an exceptional experience at every seat.As a premium fine dining destination, our menu features a mix of classic favorites and bold new flavors, each prepared with meticulous attention. From succulent seafood to unique creations, every bite aims to impress.We look forward to making your visit extraordinary, whether for a special occasion or a night of unparalleled dining.Thank you for being our guest!

A photo of The Rooftop at Pelham House Resort restaurant

9. The Rooftop at Pelham House Resort

4.5

Awesome(2437)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dennis Port

Booked 22 times today

Chic coastal design blends with breathtaking ocean vistas to create one of Cape Cod’s truly amazing new restaurant. Featuring uninterrupted views of Nantucket Sound, The Rooftop at Pelham House Resort promises a “bucket list” dining experience distinguished by the freshest local ingredients and creative, made-from-scratch dishes crafted by Executive Chef Daniel Coté. The food is simply delicious and the stunning oceanfront backdrop will give you all the reason you need to linger just a little longer. Perfect for any season, The Rooftop features a louvered roof, heaters and an accordion window system to keep our guests cozy through the year!

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10. Bettini Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(988)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Edgartown

Booked 11 times today

Bettini is an upscale, fine-dining restaurant with a coastal chic vibe, refined contemporary American cuisine, and a fabulous selection of wine. Expansive windows reveal a magnificent coastal view that reinforces the kitchen’s relationship with the local landscape, creating a seamless island-to-table dining experience. The elegant bar draws a vibrant crowd of locals and island guests. Our restaurant is intended to be intimate and personal. Many of our tables can accommodate up to 4 people. The dining room seating configuration may not allow certain combinations of tables and split parties will potentially not be seated adjacent to each other. Bettini does not accept reservations for Breakfast. All guests are welcome to walk in on a first come first served basis.