Have been meaning to get to this place a few times. Finally made it in. Fantastic food, cocktails, and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cioppino, Bluefish Pate
Supriya Dabholkar
I wish I could give this restaurant 6 starts! My bf and I went to cape cod for a week long work trip and we’re not able to find many good restaurants to eat at - that is until we found this one. The entire experience was PHENOMENAL. The host was so kind and sat us for our res early. Our server Taylor L was so kind, knowledgeable, cheerful and positive. So helpful and on top of everything. The food was all delicious and so fresh! Will be back again next time we’re on the cape!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Bread, Cioppino, Sea Scallops
Sharon M.
Having been here several times before, we dropped in without a reservation and were promptly seated. Food is always good but quite pricey. Our waitress offered us bread and bluefish spread so we accepted. Every other restaurant asks this bc many people are watching their weight, gluten free or perhaps diabetic so some people do not want it brought to the table to tempt them. Also, we assumed the spread was served alongside the bread as many other restaurants serve it with a sweetened butter, olive oil mix or even an olive tapanade. Well when we received our bill we had been charged $10 for the bread and $18 more for the spread!!! Not cool. I understand they want to upsell, but they should not even be charging for bread! If they want to offer an appetizer, say "would you like to start with an appetizer?" (Then maybe suggest a specific one, sure, but make it clear so patrons know it is extra). I don't think we will be going back now after this experience. Giving 3 stars because the ambiance, food & drinks were good but they need to rethink their service practices!
Peter Z.
Just wow! Believe the hype people this is Some of the best cuisine on cape cod..not pretentiousness,just well executed food with hyper local ingredients and creative takes on approachable favorites.Friendly,welcoming service from this young professional staff.cozy room with a mix of locals at the bar to a packed dining room on a rainy march evening. I can understand why. Highly recommended if you're on the Cape any time soon or in the future.
Frank Papsadore
It pains me to write this because we have always been a HUGE fan of Water Street Kitchen (and the Fishmonger before that). First, the service was impeccable, sweet but professional attitude, informative, attentive, absolutely no complaints there. But the food was average at best. The baked oysters were just too oily - I understand duck fat and scallion oil is involved, but it was overdone. The bread ($10!!!!) was dry and flavorless, and the radish butter was hard and tasteless - the radish provided nothing but a color embellishment. The Atlantic Char was overcooked, and the accompanying beets were like something out of a can, but the Yukon potatoes were superb. The monkfish katsu was too soft and mushy - Monkfish should have a lobster fail feel to it. The cabbage and rice was okay, but expected more umami. The martini was excellent and the Aquatic Brewing double IPA was extraordinary - and we love the idea of supporting local craft brews. NOTE: We have had katsu before, but there should at least be a mention on the menu that katsu is fried for people who are unfamiliar with the cooking process and it could present some issues for some patrons.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Alex S.
Best Restaurant on Cape Cod hands down. Chef and staff are amazing and the atmosphere and food are exquisite.
Barrett L.
Consistently delicious food with excellent service with a view of the water. Hard to beat Water Street! Menu used to rotate more frequently which was fun but everything we have tried has been on point.
Mark P.
Six of us savored a fabulous holiday meal last night (Friday) at the Water Street Kitchen (56 Water Street, Woods Hole)--their "Feast of Seven Fishes" dinner. While some in our party had dined at The Fishmonger, the prior incarnation of this charming venue right at the bridge, none of us had dined at Water Street Kitchen before. We were all extremely impressed with the warmth and comfort of the restaurant itself, the attentiveness of the staff, and the high quality of the creative dishes presented by the chef for our dining pleasure. Seated promptly at 5:30, we were greeted by Trisha, our main server for the evening. Trisha was energetic, knowledgeable about the dishes and wine, friendly, and totally unfrazzled by the dining room brimming with guests. She was a delight, as were the staff who assisted with the presention of the six dishes. Dinner was briefly explained, water brought, and the first round of drinks quickly presented. Quite a few drinks were ordered at different times last night and Trisha handled that with ease--even suggesting a lovely sparkling wine to accompany the final savory course for three in our party. There were indeed seven fishes presented over five savory courses, each dish appetizingly explained by Trisha as they arrived. We started with tuna (1) and salmon (2) crudo with grilled pineaapple and yuzu salt (some in our group found the salt component of the dish overpowered the delicacy of the fresh fish, but everyone agreed that the pineapple and thai basil oil went extremely well with this opening). This was followed by lightly fried oysters (3) and fresh anchovies (4) over braised celery, rye croutons, and a light Caesar salad sauce for dipping presented in an oyster shell. Just enough to savor the slightly briny taste of the oyster which contrasted well with the rich, almost meatly flavor of the fresh anchovy. Next was a simply amazing soup--characterized as a "wedding" soup, the broth was flavored with fennel (but delicately) and prosciutto. The soup itself contained delicately poached rock shrimp (5), lacinato kale, and was topped with a generous helping of thin slivers of fried parsnip--adding a subtle element of sweetness to each bite. The soup was followed by a single u-10 scallop (6) encased in a freshly made ravioli, nestled in a parsley, garlic butter sauce containing roasted pine nuts, crisp shallots, and romanesco. Fantastic. Some in the group complained that there wasn't any bread to soak up the delicious sauce, a problem quickly solved by a consensus decision that we should all just delicately drink the sauce--which many did to obvious delight. The final savory course was a piece of cod (7) fried in tempura batter infused with squid ink accompanied bysliced fingerling potatoes, a tomato-olive conserva, all resting on top of a preserved lemon aioli for dipping. While the squid ink didn't really add anything beyong color to the tempura batter, the cod itself was fried perfectly--crisp of the outside, lusciously soft on the inside--and was totally without a trace of grease. The final course, which alas, did not contain any fish, was a light and fluffy ricotta donut filled with fig jam over a zabaione sauce infused with crispy rosemary. A surprisingly light and not overly-sweet end to a memorable meal. The three nights of the "Feast of Seven Fishes" was sold out weeks ago and for reasons we well understand after last evening's gala of tastes. Water Street Kitchen will be hosting a party on NYE and then they will close for the season. We will certainly return when they reopen to sample more of their chef's creative fare. This is my inaugural effort to take and attempt to post a few photos with my review, please be kind in your appraisal. Thanks again to the chef, Trisha, and the staff at Water Street Kitchen for kicking off our holiday weekend is such grand and tasty style.
Allie M.
Such a fun and innovative food and drink menu. Love the cocktails, beer and wine selection. Always have a great meal here.
Juan P.
This is a great option if you're in Woods Hole or Falmouth, MA. The service is amazing; the food is very good, the fish pate is remarkable (remember this when you have the pickles and the mustard that comes with the pate). This is a 4 1/2 star restaurant. Our only comment are the size of the entrees, a bit too big, if there downside by 1/3, they'd be perfect. The ambiance is nice, nautic set up, with plenty of local regulars pouring in for dinner.
Four of us were all disappointed with our unexciting and expensive dinners. Two of the dinners each had at least 5 large (boiled?) potatoes! A shame - this unassuming waterfront spot used to be a treat.
Tom G.
Always a great meal with creative drinks. Service is thoughtful and efficient. It is one of the best dining experiences on the Cape.
Vikki Beatley
Great little restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jake Andrews
One of the best restaurants in the area. Food & Service….. 10/10! If you are in the area, you need to come by. You won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger
Gemma H.
Delicious food. The menu varies nightly. You need a reservation. The wine list is great. I really enjoyed the small bar while we were waiting for a table.
Have been meaning to get to this place a few times. Finally made it in. Fantastic food, cocktails, and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cioppino, Bluefish Pate
I wish I could give this restaurant 6 starts! My bf and I went to cape cod for a week long work trip and we’re not able to find many good restaurants to eat at - that is until we found this one. The entire experience was PHENOMENAL. The host was so kind and sat us for our res early. Our server Taylor L was so kind, knowledgeable, cheerful and positive. So helpful and on top of everything. The food was all delicious and so fresh! Will be back again next time we’re on the cape!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Bread, Cioppino, Sea Scallops
Having been here several times before, we dropped in without a reservation and were promptly seated. Food is always good but quite pricey. Our waitress offered us bread and bluefish spread so we accepted. Every other restaurant asks this bc many people are watching their weight, gluten free or perhaps diabetic so some people do not want it brought to the table to tempt them. Also, we assumed the spread was served alongside the bread as many other restaurants serve it with a sweetened butter, olive oil mix or even an olive tapanade. Well when we received our bill we had been charged $10 for the bread and $18 more for the spread!!! Not cool. I understand they want to upsell, but they should not even be charging for bread! If they want to offer an appetizer, say "would you like to start with an appetizer?" (Then maybe suggest a specific one, sure, but make it clear so patrons know it is extra). I don't think we will be going back now after this experience. Giving 3 stars because the ambiance, food & drinks were good but they need to rethink their service practices!
Just wow! Believe the hype people this is Some of the best cuisine on cape cod..not pretentiousness,just well executed food with hyper local ingredients and creative takes on approachable favorites.Friendly,welcoming service from this young professional staff.cozy room with a mix of locals at the bar to a packed dining room on a rainy march evening. I can understand why. Highly recommended if you're on the Cape any time soon or in the future.
It pains me to write this because we have always been a HUGE fan of Water Street Kitchen (and the Fishmonger before that). First, the service was impeccable, sweet but professional attitude, informative, attentive, absolutely no complaints there. But the food was average at best. The baked oysters were just too oily - I understand duck fat and scallion oil is involved, but it was overdone. The bread ($10!!!!) was dry and flavorless, and the radish butter was hard and tasteless - the radish provided nothing but a color embellishment. The Atlantic Char was overcooked, and the accompanying beets were like something out of a can, but the Yukon potatoes were superb. The monkfish katsu was too soft and mushy - Monkfish should have a lobster fail feel to it. The cabbage and rice was okay, but expected more umami. The martini was excellent and the Aquatic Brewing double IPA was extraordinary - and we love the idea of supporting local craft brews. NOTE: We have had katsu before, but there should at least be a mention on the menu that katsu is fried for people who are unfamiliar with the cooking process and it could present some issues for some patrons.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Best Restaurant on Cape Cod hands down. Chef and staff are amazing and the atmosphere and food are exquisite.
Consistently delicious food with excellent service with a view of the water. Hard to beat Water Street! Menu used to rotate more frequently which was fun but everything we have tried has been on point.
Six of us savored a fabulous holiday meal last night (Friday) at the Water Street Kitchen (56 Water Street, Woods Hole)--their "Feast of Seven Fishes" dinner. While some in our party had dined at The Fishmonger, the prior incarnation of this charming venue right at the bridge, none of us had dined at Water Street Kitchen before. We were all extremely impressed with the warmth and comfort of the restaurant itself, the attentiveness of the staff, and the high quality of the creative dishes presented by the chef for our dining pleasure. Seated promptly at 5:30, we were greeted by Trisha, our main server for the evening. Trisha was energetic, knowledgeable about the dishes and wine, friendly, and totally unfrazzled by the dining room brimming with guests. She was a delight, as were the staff who assisted with the presention of the six dishes. Dinner was briefly explained, water brought, and the first round of drinks quickly presented. Quite a few drinks were ordered at different times last night and Trisha handled that with ease--even suggesting a lovely sparkling wine to accompany the final savory course for three in our party. There were indeed seven fishes presented over five savory courses, each dish appetizingly explained by Trisha as they arrived. We started with tuna (1) and salmon (2) crudo with grilled pineaapple and yuzu salt (some in our group found the salt component of the dish overpowered the delicacy of the fresh fish, but everyone agreed that the pineapple and thai basil oil went extremely well with this opening). This was followed by lightly fried oysters (3) and fresh anchovies (4) over braised celery, rye croutons, and a light Caesar salad sauce for dipping presented in an oyster shell. Just enough to savor the slightly briny taste of the oyster which contrasted well with the rich, almost meatly flavor of the fresh anchovy. Next was a simply amazing soup--characterized as a "wedding" soup, the broth was flavored with fennel (but delicately) and prosciutto. The soup itself contained delicately poached rock shrimp (5), lacinato kale, and was topped with a generous helping of thin slivers of fried parsnip--adding a subtle element of sweetness to each bite. The soup was followed by a single u-10 scallop (6) encased in a freshly made ravioli, nestled in a parsley, garlic butter sauce containing roasted pine nuts, crisp shallots, and romanesco. Fantastic. Some in the group complained that there wasn't any bread to soak up the delicious sauce, a problem quickly solved by a consensus decision that we should all just delicately drink the sauce--which many did to obvious delight. The final savory course was a piece of cod (7) fried in tempura batter infused with squid ink accompanied bysliced fingerling potatoes, a tomato-olive conserva, all resting on top of a preserved lemon aioli for dipping. While the squid ink didn't really add anything beyong color to the tempura batter, the cod itself was fried perfectly--crisp of the outside, lusciously soft on the inside--and was totally without a trace of grease. The final course, which alas, did not contain any fish, was a light and fluffy ricotta donut filled with fig jam over a zabaione sauce infused with crispy rosemary. A surprisingly light and not overly-sweet end to a memorable meal. The three nights of the "Feast of Seven Fishes" was sold out weeks ago and for reasons we well understand after last evening's gala of tastes. Water Street Kitchen will be hosting a party on NYE and then they will close for the season. We will certainly return when they reopen to sample more of their chef's creative fare. This is my inaugural effort to take and attempt to post a few photos with my review, please be kind in your appraisal. Thanks again to the chef, Trisha, and the staff at Water Street Kitchen for kicking off our holiday weekend is such grand and tasty style.
Such a fun and innovative food and drink menu. Love the cocktails, beer and wine selection. Always have a great meal here.
This is a great option if you're in Woods Hole or Falmouth, MA. The service is amazing; the food is very good, the fish pate is remarkable (remember this when you have the pickles and the mustard that comes with the pate). This is a 4 1/2 star restaurant. Our only comment are the size of the entrees, a bit too big, if there downside by 1/3, they'd be perfect. The ambiance is nice, nautic set up, with plenty of local regulars pouring in for dinner.
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Four of us were all disappointed with our unexciting and expensive dinners. Two of the dinners each had at least 5 large (boiled?) potatoes! A shame - this unassuming waterfront spot used to be a treat.
Always a great meal with creative drinks. Service is thoughtful and efficient. It is one of the best dining experiences on the Cape.
Great little restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best restaurants in the area. Food & Service….. 10/10! If you are in the area, you need to come by. You won’t regret it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: The Burger
Delicious food. The menu varies nightly. You need a reservation. The wine list is great. I really enjoyed the small bar while we were waiting for a table.