Are you looking for a unique dining experience during your visit to the Cape? From a picnic table to a white table cloth, visitors have a lot of Cape Cod restaurants on the water to choose from. Our area boasts local seafood year-round. You’re sure to find lobster, oysters, cod, and other New England delicacies on every menu! Why not enjoy the famous New England lobster rolls and creamy clam chowder with a stunning view. Our area’s waterfront restaurants use freshly caught seafood and locally sourced ingredients to create award-winning dishes. Treat yourself to a taste of Cape Cod at our favorite waterfront restaurants listed below.
1. The Ocean House, Dennis Port
This is on top of our list for a reason. This restaurant overlooks Nantucket Sound and offers some spectacular ocean views. You must try this exquisite menu curated by the talented chef Tom Woods at The Ocean House and celebrity chef Ming Tsai. The menu focuses on fresh seafood layered with a Pan-Asian influence in dishes including Ahi Tuna Wonton Nachos and Tempura Lobster Maki. The Ocean House Beach Bar is perfect for a lighter meal, it’s a mix of Hawaiian and Mexican flavors and techniques. Choose from dishes including Toasted Coconut Shrimp and jumbo shrimp with a sweet tamarind dip. Don’t miss trying one of the famous cocktails. They look and taste delicious! The restaurant and bar offer live nightly entertainment where you can see local musicians perform.
2. Sesuit Harbor Café, Dennis
Rated as the #1 place to get a lobster roll on Cape Cod this local seafood shack is a must-try! Their six ounces of lobster meat tossed with mayo and celery served in a grilled hot dog roll with lettuce, tomato, a side of French fries and homemade coleslaw put this restaurant on the top lists of best lobster rolls on Cape Cod. We love the fact that you can eat this treat at picnic tables, on the rocks, or in the café’s 64-passenger lunch and dinner cruises next door for which the café provides food service. In operation, for over 22 years this laid-back restaurant offers stunning views of Cape Cod Bay.
3. Pearl, Wellfleet
An open-air kitchen rising to a peaked roof at Pearl makes for a modern feel within a historic building. At Pearl, there is an abundance of waterfront outside dining, including a covered patio that abuts the marshland and the Wellfleet Harbor. The spectacular harbor view includes the main boat dock, town pier, Mayo Beach, and Great Island. The menu starts with a raw bar featuring Wellfleet Oysters which are some of the best in the country and has a strong focus on local seafood. You will also find dishes such as spicy paella and New England Scrimp and Grits.
4. Twenty-Eight Atlantic, Harwich
Dinner at Twenty-Eight Atlantic is a must during your trip to Cape Cod! This waterfront restaurant offers a 5-star dining experience with an awe-inspiring view. It’s a stunning setting perfect to celebrate an anniversary, birthday, or a proposal. The dining room features floor-to-ceiling windows, offering spectacular views of Pleasant Bay. The diverse menu at Twenty-Eight Atlantic features everything from freshly caught seafood to locally sourced New England cheeses.
5. Fishermen’s View, Sandwich
Another wonderful option for waterfront dining with views of the opening of the Cape Cod Canal and commercial fishing slips in the Sandwich Marina. If you are looking for more of an outdoor dining experience, but one that is still dry in case of bad weather, this is your spot! Executive Chef Sean O’Regan draws inspiration from local ingredients to craft dishes that both celebrate classic New England cuisine and highlight our family’s beautiful seafood in new, globally inspired ways. Our favorites are the Lobster & Crab buckets, raw bar and sushi!
Now that you know all of the best places to dine on Cape Cod is time to find a place to stay. Consider our Stage Harbor Suite for your stay on Cape Cod! This recently upgraded suite has a brand-new spa bathroom, sitting room that can accommodate a third guest, a private entrance and parking, views of our garden, and access to all of our luxurious amenities.
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