50 Best American Restaurants in Nantucket

“Have been going here a long time but yesterday my sister had to go to ER due to blood sugar. The staff (and other patrons) were amazing. Stayed calm and called the hospital. Jeff, our waiter, confirmed we should go and packed evening up and even before that stuffed mummies himself with blue cheese. John, the manger, helped us and said the owners called to make sure all was ok. Btw the food and atmosphere is amazing. Going in 55 plus years there. Thank you“

“good food, a bit pricey, to the owner's I would say letting your staff carry around cell phones is a terrible idea. We were never asked if we wanted refills on our drinks, the server was playing on their phone instead of working. You lost an extra $8.00 of business. Just FYI.“

“Awesome We always happy with everything“

“We sat with some locals on the ferry over to Nantucket and they told us we had to stop by for their Acai bowl and other breakfast/baked good items. The pumpkin bread was delicious and I went back every day for another piece to go with my Chai which they made with steamed milk and it was delicious. I opted for the almond milk b/c they make it fresh in house. They seem to make a lot of items in house, as well as the granola and even the dog cookies for the pup cups (I overheard them talking about it). The ice cream selection was great too and one day I tried the Pumpkin- YUM! My husbands favorite was sea salt caramel on a chocolate waffle cone which we had never had before, but glad we did. The outdoor patio was also a good place to take a break and people watch.“

“Several reviews describe the menu as “quaint,” and that’s spot-on. It’s geographically all over the place(French, Mediterranean, and Filipino influences all appeared on the night we dined) but united by one recurring theme: an overwhelmingly heavy hand with peppers and spices.

There are some outstanding dishes. The Washashore Farm tomatoes and peaches were a highlight for all 8 of us. Elsewhere, however, flavors were too often muddled by excessive seasoning. A little restraint would go a long way.

The steak tartare suffered from an unpleasantly chewy, stringy texture. The lumpia (Filipino spring rolls) had the flavor profile of a frozen snack. The fried broccoli was equally meh, although the spicy peanuts finally made sense in the context of that dish. The cavatelli with burrata had promise but was, again, overwhelmed by pepper—an addition that felt completely unnecessary in that dish. The battered fried fluke was OK, but the accompaniments felt incongruous and never came together as a coherent plate.

The desserts (the Guinness cake and lemon sorbet with meringue) continued the theme of simply too much of everything. The lemon sorbet, in particular, managed to be both excessively sour and excessively sweet, to the point of being unpleasant.

Unfortunately, they had already run out of bone marrow by the time of our 8 p.m. dinner, so we weren’t able to try it.“

“I have been going to Nantucket for years and finally found Island Kitchen this past August; one of the best meals to be had on the island. We ate outside by the bar and despite a bit of rainy weather; we throughly enjoyed the atmosphere and cuisine; the service was excellent and we have earmarked a return visit this August.“

“Went for Dinner during Christmas Stroll weekend, Both the meal and service were exceptional.“

“good food, a bit pricey, to the owner's I would say letting your staff carry around cell phones is a terrible idea. We were never asked if we wanted refills on our drinks, the server was playing on their phone instead of working. You lost an extra $8.00 of business. Just FYI.“

“Absolutely fantastic! The best meal and dining experience we have had on the island by far. The lobster fradiavolo is delicious as is the steak frittes and the pudding desert so unique and decadent- enough for 4 to share! Buffalo dip also a big hit! The lovely Paulina was incredibly pleasant and attentive the entire evening and even recommended some fun things to do while here! Highly recommend!!“

“This cute little cafe is a great vibe and offers excellent service and food. They have affordable prices, not to mention delicious breakfast options as well as wraps and sandwiches. The star of the show in this cafe is the speed and excellent service they offer. One of the best team members they have is Shea who goes above and beyond in all that she does. She once saved a man twice her size from a burning building. Also she volunteers at shelters for animals, and has travelled to various animal sanctuaries in the world where she had a huge part in saving the endangered species known as the African Penguin. Please visit 45 surfside and enjoy great food, great service provided by our hero Shea.“

“The atmosphere is amazing, the staff is great. Food drinks are just done to their perfection. It's just cozy inside or outside“

“Such a friendly and great place for reasonable food. And it’s always good!! Try the turkey reuben or the chicken nachos. It’s a great sports bar kind of place.“

“Hands down one of the best meals I've had in long a time. The lobster spaghetti was insane. Perfectly seasoned and balanced. I even told my wife (who's allergic to lobster) that it would literally be worth the reaction. Not only was the food great, but the place is very clean and cozy and the staff were very friendly and prompt as well. Highly recommend this restaurant“

“New chef and there during Christmas stroll which means exceptional volume of people. Friendly staff but slightly overwhelmed by the non stop grind of Stroll weekend. Limited menu for stroll. Food was tasty but not exceptional like the previous chef. Example, lobster bisque didn't have the one large piece of lobster I would have expected. Would go back during non stroll to see the what the restaurant is really capable of.“

“Our waitress was fantastic, the food was great, but the hostess couldn’t have been any worse, she was downright nasty and unaccommodating.“

“We love the food and the vibe at Slip 14! It’s so nice to have an excellent but casual restaurant on the water. Teddy makes the BEST Bloody Mary’s we have ever had! The energy is so great with Teddy’s personal playlist on Spotify, football or golf on the TV. Between Teddy, Brennan and Timmy they are a fun tag team welcoming everyone that walks in. Between the 3 of them at lunch on Sunday Funday you can’t miss having a great time. We loved the scallop roll which is so unique, smash burger and the fish tacos. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I Do think is the best restaurant in Nantucket soooo good !!! Everyone are nice and food and drinks are amazing“

“good food, a bit pricey, to the owner's I would say letting your staff carry around cell phones is a terrible idea. We were never asked if we wanted refills on our drinks, the server was playing on their phone instead of working. You lost an extra $8.00 of business. Just FYI.“

“I just had the best 70th birthday dinner here! Chef Joseph created a delicious menu and paired wines. The Company Popovers accompanied a crisp Caesar salad, Wagyu beef and a lobster tail with smashed potatoes & broccolini was the entree, rounded out with “The Marriage of Crème Brûlée + Chocolate Mousse” and Dows Fine Sherry Port. The service was spectacular (thank you Johnny) and the intimate and cozy atmosphere made for a wonderful experience for my party of 10. I recommend this place for a singular and memorable experience!“

“We (my husband & I) have been a week in Nantucket at Greydon House were was like to be at home! very comfortable with a big king size bed, double air conditioning and a big bathroom with always hot water and very soft towels! breakfast just across the street; beach towels in a big tote bag with beach chairs every day! Very strategic location downtown just steps form the fast ferry and restaurant. If you have your own or rented a car they'll provied you a Park Permit very important there!
The people were fantastic helping us with any our request, alwayas very kind with all the people stayn in.
For sure we'll be back in Nantuket and Greydon house will be our stay again. Thanks to you all!“

“The best quick-service restaurant on Nantucket! You can order right at the counter or online, making it always quick and easy. The cheese fries are the best I’ve ever had, the buffalo chicken tenders are to die for, and the steak and cheese is equally delicious. Highly recommend! The food is consistently great, and the takeout service is fast. Definitely my go-to lunch spot whenever I’m on Nantucket.“

“Jonathan Jonathan Jonathan!! You made us feel like we were your besties and we just met. A true rock star behind the bar with a smile that transcends the awesome infused cocktails we graciously consumed. Lemon Press is lucky to have you! As are the folks of Nantucket!! Until next time! Sid, Nancy & Macy“

“With beautiful heated outdoor seating, fabulous creative drinks, delicious food, and excellent service, we’ve added this to our summer list—one of my favorite dining experiences on Nantucket.“

“Wonderful food & location“

“Delicious 😋 all sandwiches are 15.95 and all worth it except lobster roll thats a bit pricey like 34 dollar pricey 😳 however you are in nantucket and eating fresh from the source and amount of lobster in the sandwich worth it.“

“Have stayed several times and always a great stay. Staff are always friendly and helpful and the rooms are amazing. The bikes are a plus! Great location.“

“We've been going to Faregrounds for years and have enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. We returned recently and wondered whether the magic would continue under the new owners, and were delighted to learn that it has. We ordered widely different things--shrimp scampi, chicken sandwich, fish and chips, grilled chicken club, and chicken Milanese, with honey sciracha wings to start--and everything was delicious. Service was efficient and friendly. We'll definitely be back!“

“Lunch time and we were seated right away. S3rvice was great, and food was great! Husband had the reuben, and it was tasty and generous in size. My 2 yr old had the kids fish and chips and he gobbled that right up. I had a garden sald and the Guinness onion soup, it was tasty and fresh!“

“I’ve been enjoying visits to Something Natural for over 35 years since being an intern on Nantucket. Looking forward to seeing friends and family on their visit next week!“

“Such a kind and welcoming energy! Incredible food and amazing crew! Always love seeing Danique ! She remembers my order each time I walk up and is so quick and efficient and is amazing with going above and beyond !!“

“This was my second visit to Oran Mor. Party of six. The appetizers were delicious! Oysters, burrata, and potato gratin each one was Fantastic!
I had the halibut as my entree and it was cooked to perfection. Moist, flavorful with a delicious sauce. We had a rich and delicious chocolate dessert and a light fruity dessert, both were outstanding!
Every dish was top tier. I ordered a “Flaming Daisy” (?)cocktail which I enjoyed but it got a lot spicier as the ice melted. The waiter it off so that I enjoyed the whole drink.“

“Love it there! Fun atmosphere“

“So nice to have the option to eat outside. Great food and great service as always.“

“Great food and cocktails!“

“Great Food, but proceed with caution regarding the bill

I recently stumbled upon B-ACK Yard BBQ after a quick Google search and decided to take a gamble on it for dinner. I’m glad we did, because the food was genuinely delicious. The burger was absolutely amazing, and the selfie platter was a standout—everything was cooked to perfection and full of flavor.

However, the experience wasn’t without its frustrations. First, the menu is extremely confusing. It is not at all clear what comes with your meals versus what are extra add-on sides. The layout is disjointed and really needs a professional redesign to make it easier for customers to understand what they are ordering.

The real issue, however, came at the end of the meal. When we asked for the check, we noticed a major discrepancy: the paper copy of the bill showed one total, but when we looked at the digital tablet, it was charging us about $100 more than what was on the paper bill. It was a shocking discovery to make at the end of a nice night.

I would strongly advise anyone dining here to be extremely careful. Double-check your paper receipt against the tablet before you finalize your payment to ensure you aren’t being overcharged. I do plan on coming back because the food is just that good, but I will be keeping a very close eye on the bill from now on.“

“Group of 6. Main dining room, very nice vibe. Food was outstanding - best in Nantucket. Service was solid. Only mild disappointment was the unexpectedly large bill at the end. They include an auto 22% gratuity on groups of 6 or more. Thats fine and we’d have gotten there anyway but would have preferred to be told that, either by the waitress or on the menu. The charge slip includes the all inclusive bill plus an additional line for more tip, which i find bad form. Its a great restaurant- just be up front.“

“Best place,best atmosphere,best workers,excellent food and staff! My favorite place always, everyday and any day 🥰🥰🍋‍🟩🥂🍸“

“We stopped by for a quick drink and an appetizer and ended up staying for an entire dinner because everything was so wonderful! The service out on the porch was top-notch. Every dish hit the mark, from the fresh oysters and classic New England lobster roll to the Caesar salad and soup. To top it off, the spicy margarita and Painkiller were absolutely phenomenal.“

“By happenstance, my fiancé and I stopped in for dinner earlier this week! The phenomenal service we received paired with the exquisite halibut and bolognese dishes brought us back a total of three times during our five-day stay on the island.“

“Huge portions of delicious fresh seafood! It's casual and informal counter service. If you are in town and love seafood, head here!“

“I have been going to Nantucket for 30 years and this place has always had great food, friendly service and I always look forward to the piano player.“

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“Awesome service. Great tasting lobster 🦞 roll and panini“

“Some of the best sandwiches 🥪 on island a must stop for every visit“

“Always have such a great time. Buck for a shuck is in full effect. Great raw oysters by the dozen. Always my first stop when I get to Nantucket“

“Nice place for outdoor dining for lunch“

“I frequent this place on my day off just for little odds and ends, sometimes a slice of pizza here and there. First time ordering a burger and some fries and honestly, pretty decent foe the price out here. The stuff they have in the warmer around lunch ain't half bad too (decent pepper chicken with some fried rice) I appreciate this little place.“

“a stand-out of rustic humility in a sea of nantucket preppy. just two chefs helming the kitchen stage but everything moved seamlessly and calmly throughout a restaurant that felt more like a living room in a cosy home. our souls were exhausted from a day of big blings & gravitas but the flowered napkins & warm hosts soothed us into relaxing along with the gentle laughter of other happy diners.

a simple salad & one of the best clam pastas i’ve ever had brought us back to ground. i left feeling quite emotional. thank you.“

“We dined here last summer with a large group and service and food was outstanding. Everyone was happy! We returned yesterday for date night and again, service was lovely. We really enjoyed the tarte, crab cake, and halibut. Dessert, a cookie bar with cookie butter ice cream(!!), was recommended by our kind and attentive server, Jerome. We also told him how much we loved the toppers brown bread, and he brought us a to-go slice and the recipe along with it - so kind! We love Toppers. Go for the meal, stay for the sunset.“

“What a find. We went to Nantucket from Cape Cod on a whim and didn't have dinner reservations. We'd never been before, so we didn't appreciate how difficult it would be to get into dinner. We walked for a bit and found East Street. My husband had the chicken friend rice in a pineapple and it was absolutely delicious. Our 11 year old son was with us and he got the burger- also very good and my lobster roll was fantastic. The service was fantastic but to top it off, my son left his apple watch by mistake - it had fallen out of his bag. Well we called the restaurant and the owner went above and beyond - put it on the ferry the next day and we retrieved in in Hyannis. He didn't have to do that, but we were incredibly grateful he was willing to. Can't recommend this place enough!“