Steak was good but not special. Not bad No steak sauce available??!?! I like steak sauce!! I did leave my sweatshirt and they had it 2 days later. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Chris Lincoln
I'm not a bad review type of person but I was disappointed. I walked in after visiting 4 other places where I couldn't get a seat at the bar since I was traveling alone. I was able to sit down and sit next to someone who was not working but because they were probably short staffed or had a new bartender working she jumped right in. But it took a while to be asked if I wanted anything or if I was ready to order. Nothing on the menu called out to me. Typical fried everything. So I got an old stand by, Fish and Chips. Fish was decent. I think they need to change the name to French fries or just fries. They aren't chips. Chips are like steak fries, not frozen tasteless potatoes. They also gave me about 2lbs of fries too. I ate only a quarter of what I was given. If I were management, maybe cut your own potatoes, chip size, season them, and serve about a 1/4 of what I was given tonight. I see the place has plenty of good reviews so maybe I was there on a bad night.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
robert edmands
Went there last month. They were all out of bbq, which I wanted. So I ordered chicken. It was dry with no flavor. The mashed potatoes were undercooked and lumpy. Won’t return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Samuel M
Live music was a nice surprise and the musician was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Edward Blackwell
The dry rub Buffalo tenders are different, we didn't like them. The fish and chips were average and the pulled pork mac n' cheese was good. Our server was okay, we wanted to love this place but probably won't rush back. The beer selection was very good,maybe next time we go just for drinks.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Zach Hays
Great place for a meal and catch a Sox game
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Clem Dacier
Overpriced, bland food. Don't eat here, please.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Janelle Grady
Visited this spot around 8pm on a Sunday evening and easily found a spot at the bar-there were also some open tables. Had a GLUTEN FREE fried chicken sandwich with french fries, which can be nearly impossible to find. For anyone who doesn’t like mayo, I added that before taking this photo. The food is served in large portions-many folks at the bar ordered the nachos, which come in a half or full portion. Also, had the prickly pear lemonade “mocktail” Great service and the bartender checked with the chef on any Gluten Free questions I had about the menu. Open for brunch on weekends, opens at 4pm during the week. I wish I lived closer. 5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jane B. Ginsburg
Food was awful… and then a hair found baked into biscuit. And took forever. Not sure if an off night bc server surprised at how long it took, too. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Tonya Jackson
I thought most restaurants had stopped selling bland food, but I was wrong they do here. Also the waitress was very slow and she took groups orders that came in after me and my husband. It was a waste of money.
If you think “gluten free” means “sad, flavorless, cardboard-adjacent,” you clearly haven’t been to the Cleat.
I came for a drink and left a devoted disciple of their house-made gluten-free chicken fingers—crispy, golden perfection that could make even the most die-hard wheat lover convert.
These aren’t your frozen-from-a-bag imposters. They’re tender on the inside, shatter-crisp on the outside, seasoned like someone in the kitchen actually cares (because they do), and paired with sauces that make you wonder if you’ve been wasting your dipping potential your whole life.
Honestly, they taste so good, I had to triple-check they were gluten free…and then I ate more. The rest of the menu is stacked with GF-friendly options that don’t feel like “alternatives” — they feel like the main event.
Add in the fact that the place has a laid-back Cape vibe, local craft beers, and a staff that’s so friendly you’ll think you accidentally wandered into a friend’s backyard cookout, and you’ve got yourself a spot worth bookmarking and bragging about.
If you’re gluten-free on Cape Cod, stop Googling “where can I eat?” and just come here. And if you’re not gluten-free? Come anyway. The chicken fingers alone are a public service.
Cleat & Anchor: Proof that eating gluten free doesn’t mean giving up flavor — it means finding the right table to sit at.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julie M
So many gluten free options! I got the fish and chips and they were delicious. They have a separate fryer for gluten free fried items.
The parking lot has few spots and seems dangerous too. Even if you park across the street, it is such a busy road and there is no crosswalk.
The restaurant and parking can be difficult for wheelchair users or folks with mobility aids. The parking lot is gravel and the entrance is on the side/back of the lot. Inside, the space is accessible itself but the bathrooms are tiny and require a step up. They should have an accessible bathroom.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sunil Mudholkar
Usually stop in there at least once on our vacation. Unfortunately this time it took almost an hour for the food to arrive and the salmon we had taken off the bill it was so overcooked and they bought my side salad at the same time as the check. It wasn't that busy at the time so not sure what was going on but judging by what we were seeing at the other outside tables at the time it didn't seem like we were the only ones having issues.
The best bar in history! Service is impeccable and the bouncer Carl is a kind hearted sweet man who makes our vacation every time we visit! I would give up my first born child for one more beer there right now. I will be back mark my words. Mad love.
Steak was good but not special. Not bad No steak sauce available??!?! I like steak sauce!!
I did leave my sweatshirt and they had it 2 days later. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
I'm not a bad review type of person but I was disappointed. I walked in after visiting 4 other places where I couldn't get a seat at the bar since I was traveling alone.
I was able to sit down and sit next to someone who was not working but because they were probably short staffed or had a new bartender working she jumped right in. But it took a while to be asked if I wanted anything or if I was ready to order.
Nothing on the menu called out to me. Typical fried everything. So I got an old stand by, Fish and Chips. Fish was decent. I think they need to change the name to French fries or just fries. They aren't chips. Chips are like steak fries, not frozen tasteless potatoes. They also gave me about 2lbs of fries too. I ate only a quarter of what I was given. If I were management, maybe cut your own potatoes, chip size, season them, and serve about a 1/4 of what I was given tonight.
I see the place has plenty of good reviews so maybe I was there on a bad night.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Went there last month. They were all out of bbq, which I wanted. So I ordered chicken. It was dry with no flavor. The mashed potatoes were undercooked and lumpy. Won’t return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Live music was a nice surprise and the musician was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The dry rub Buffalo tenders are different, we didn't like them. The fish and chips were average and the pulled pork mac n' cheese was good. Our server was okay, we wanted to love this place but probably won't rush back. The beer selection was very good,maybe next time we go just for drinks.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Great place for a meal and catch a Sox game
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Overpriced, bland food. Don't eat here, please.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Visited this spot around 8pm on a Sunday evening and easily found a spot at the bar-there were also some open tables. Had a GLUTEN FREE fried chicken sandwich with french fries, which can be nearly impossible to find. For anyone who doesn’t like mayo, I added that before taking this photo. The food is served in large portions-many folks at the bar ordered the nachos, which come in a half or full portion. Also, had the prickly pear lemonade “mocktail” Great service and the bartender checked with the chef on any Gluten Free questions I had about the menu. Open for brunch on weekends, opens at 4pm during the week. I wish I lived closer. 5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was awful… and then a hair found baked into biscuit. And took forever. Not sure if an off night bc server surprised at how long it took, too. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
I thought most restaurants had stopped selling bland food, but I was wrong they do here. Also the waitress was very slow and she took groups orders that came in after me and my husband. It was a waste of money.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
If you think “gluten free” means “sad, flavorless, cardboard-adjacent,” you clearly haven’t been to the Cleat.
I came for a drink and left a devoted disciple of their house-made gluten-free chicken fingers—crispy, golden perfection that could make even the most die-hard wheat lover convert.
These aren’t your frozen-from-a-bag imposters. They’re tender on the inside, shatter-crisp on the outside, seasoned like someone in the kitchen actually cares (because they do), and paired with sauces that make you wonder if you’ve been wasting your dipping potential your whole life.
Honestly, they taste so good, I had to triple-check they were gluten free…and then I ate more. The rest of the menu is stacked with GF-friendly options that don’t feel like “alternatives” — they feel like the main event.
Add in the fact that the place has a laid-back Cape vibe, local craft beers, and a staff that’s so friendly you’ll think you accidentally wandered into a friend’s backyard cookout, and you’ve got yourself a spot worth bookmarking and bragging about.
If you’re gluten-free on Cape Cod, stop Googling “where can I eat?” and just come here. And if you’re not gluten-free? Come anyway. The chicken fingers alone are a public service.
Cleat & Anchor: Proof that eating gluten free doesn’t mean giving up flavor — it means finding the right table to sit at.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So many gluten free options! I got the fish and chips and they were delicious. They have a separate fryer for gluten free fried items.
The parking lot has few spots and seems dangerous too. Even if you park across the street, it is such a busy road and there is no crosswalk.
The restaurant and parking can be difficult for wheelchair users or folks with mobility aids. The parking lot is gravel and the entrance is on the side/back of the lot. Inside, the space is accessible itself but the bathrooms are tiny and require a step up. They should have an accessible bathroom.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Usually stop in there at least once on our vacation. Unfortunately this time it took almost an hour for the food to arrive and the salmon we had taken off the bill it was so overcooked and they bought my side salad at the same time as the check. It wasn't that busy at the time so not sure what was going on but judging by what we were seeing at the other outside tables at the time it didn't seem like we were the only ones having issues.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Amazing gluten free food options. Incredible cocktails.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best bar in history! Service is impeccable and the bouncer Carl is a kind hearted sweet man who makes our vacation every time we visit! I would give up my first born child for one more beer there right now. I will be back mark my words. Mad love.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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