Whether you're looking for fresh seafood, beautiful beaches, or unique shopping experiences, Dennis and Cape Cod have something for everyone.
West Dennis & Nearby
Local favorites within a short drive or walk
Sand Bar
Casual Dining
The Sand Bar is a great casual beach hangout that is a short walk from the house. Relax outside with a cold drink, munch on great seafood, and pizza and enjoy live music right on West Dennis Beach.
The Ocean House Restaurant
Contemporary Waterfront
The **Ocean House** is our go-to for an upscale night out. The absolute highlight is the panoramic ocean view, but the creative cocktails and high-end seafood menu entirely match the vibe. Definitely book ahead!
Three Finns Coffee
Coffee Shop
A cozy, independent neighborhood coffee shop right on Route 28. It's perfect for a solid morning espresso, loose-leaf teas, and quiet, unpretentious atmosphere before heading out for the day.
Love Farms
Farm-to-Table
Love Farms is a brand new, very popular restaurant in West Dennis. It's a massive seven-acre farm-to-table setup with a great restaurant, wood-fired pizza, an outdoor music lawn, and a market. Parking can be difficult, however it is walkable from the house if you are comfortable with walking along 28.
Red Cottage
Breakfast & Brunch
Go to the Red Cottage for the ultimate Cape breakfast. It's a legendary, 1950s-style diner with a massive, creative menu and insane home fries. It gets packed fast, and rememberβit's strictly cash-only!
Three Monkeys
Global Street Food
A downtown spot featuring global street food and sushi. It has a modern setup, creative drinks, and a consistently active crowd.
Perks Coffee Shop and Beer Garden
CafΓ© & Beer Garden
A unique downtown spot that does double duty. It operates as a casual coffee shop by day, then transitions into a lively, open-air backyard beer garden with live music at night.
Ember Coal Fire Pizza
Pizza
Great spot for coal-fired pizzas and wings. The outdoor patio has firepits and a relaxed vibe, making it a favorite place to grab a beer and unwind after a beach day.
Clean Slate Eatery
Fine Dining
An intimate, interactive chef's counter experience. It features local, seasonal ingredients across creative multi-course tasting menus, with the chefs explaining each dish as they serve you.
Woolfies Bakery
Bakery & CafΓ©
This is our go-to morning spot for hand-rolled pastries and giant muffins. Get there early because the line forms fast, but their breakfast sandwiches are entirely worth the short wait.
Good Friends Cafe
Breakfast & Lunch
A classic, old-school breakfast diner where the staff always treats you like a regular. The homemade corned beef hash is excellent, and the service is fast, friendly, and completely down-to-earth.
Backyard by Foley's
Entertainment & Dining
35,000-square-foot open-air entertainment destination brought to Cape Cod by the family behind Boston's iconic JJ Foley's Cafe. Features a Game Zone with cornhole and lawn games, Stage Zone with live music and food trucks, and a massive 5,000-square-foot sail-covered main bar. Perfect for families with yoga, farmers markets, kids' programming, and unforgettable summer experiences.
The Rooftop at Pelham House Resort
Upscale Dining
Heated oceanfront rooftop with panoramic Nantucket Sound views. Year-round with seasonal menu.
Red Nun
Pub
A totally laid-back local pub with locations in Dennisport and Chatham. It's a straightforward, dependable spot when you just want a great burger, a cold microbrew, and the game on TV.
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Cape Sea Grille
Contemporary American
Located in a 19th-century sea captain's home, serving creative American cuisine with fresh local ingredients and native seafood.
Old Yarmouth Inn
Fine Dining
Historic landmark since 1696 offering classic American cuisine with contemporary twist, fresh seafood, and seasonal patio.
Baxter's Wharf Restaurant
Waterfront Seafood
Family-owned since 1957 serving fresh seafood, fish and chips, and cocktails with harbor views. Open Thursday-Sunday.
Spanky's Clam Shack
Seafood
Recognized as "Best Seafood Restaurant" with range of seafood dishes, indoor/outdoor seating overlooking the harbor.
The Seal
Coastal Cuisine
A sleek, modern-casual bistro tucked away in Harwich Center. They do a fantastic job with creative small plates, global flavors, and high-quality craft cocktails in a relaxed but sophisticated space.
Belfry Inn & Bistro
Elegant Bistro
Housed in repurposed historic churches offering elegant dining and lodging in a distinctive historic setting.
The Impudent Oyster
Seafood
Fresh oysters, creative seafood, and craft drinks in a casual, fun atmosphere. Over 50 years of service.
Chatham Squire
Pub & Restaurant
The most famous, high-energy pub in downtown Chatham. It's an iconic local institution with a classic tavern menu, great draft beers, and a loud, lively main bar that's always packed.
Wild Goose Tavern
Fine Dining
Located in the historic Chatham Wayside Inn, offering casual and fine dining with classic New England seafood and outdoor seating.
Hot Chocolate Sparrow
CafΓ©
A bustling Orleans staple that is half coffee house and half candy shop. Go for their specialty espresso drinks, homemade fudge, and hand-dipped chocolates after dinner down-cape.
Mahoney's Atlantic Bar & Grill
Contemporary
A sharp, upscale bistro right in downtown Orleans. It features a reliable menu of refined local seafood, great steaks, and a lively bar scene that feels energetic year-round.
JT's Seafood Restaurant
Clam Shack
A classic, dependable Brewster seafood shack. It's a clean, family-friendly spot that serves excellent fried clams, standard lobster rolls, and reliable Cape staples without any unnecessary fuss.
Brax Landing
Waterfront Seafood
Overlooks Saquatucket Harbor with classic New England seafood, extensive wine list, and a deck for cocktails and appetizers.
Outer Bar
Upscale Seasonal Restaurant
The open-air, seasonal restaurant right on the water at Wequassett. It's expensive but worth it for the views, offering a great, relaxed spot for an upscale lunch or drinks right by the pool.
Landfall Restaurant
Waterfront Dining
Waterfront dining on Woods Hole Harbor serving local lobsters, swordfish, clams, and scallops in a seaside setting with creative cocktails.
Shuckers Fish Bar
Seafood
Fresh-caught local seafood in a casual, waterfront setting with ocean views and a relaxed vibe.
Mac's Seafood Market
Seafood Market & Restaurant
Part pristine local fish market, part casual outdoor counter. It is one of our favorite spots to grab fresh local oysters, raw bar items, and quick seafood takeout right near the water.
The Whitecap
Seafood Restaurant
A cool, modern Wellfleet hangout blending a specialty coffee shop with a creative cocktail lounge. It has a minimalist, surfer-chic aesthetic and serves great small bites in a laid-back atmosphere.
Friendly Fisherman
Seafood
A completely no-frills fish market and outdoor takeout stand in Eastham. It's a local favorite for incredibly overstuffed lobster rolls and classic, golden-fried seafood baskets on the way to the National Seashore.
Fanizzi's
Waterfront Dining
A Provincetown staple famous for its dramatic waterfront dining room. The menu covers everything from seafood to comfort food, but the real draw is watching the tide come right under the building.
Acorn & Vine
Contemporary American
A sophisticated, relaxed wine bar located in historic Sandwich. It offers a great global bottle list, distinct flights, and well-crafted tapas, making it a perfect, quiet alternative to busier commercial strips.
The Skipper Chowder House
Seafood Shack
A traditional South Yarmouth waterfront classic. The award-winning clam chowder absolutely lives up to the hype, and they have a popular soft-serve ice cream window right outside for after your meal.
Gerardi's CafΓ©
Italian
A quiet, family-run Italian joint in South Yarmouth. The focus here is entirely on authentic homemade pasta, comfortable seating, and a warm, neighborhood feel that is a nice break from fried seafood.
AΓ±ejo Mexican Bistro
Mexican
A highly popular, high-energy spot in downtown Hyannis. They serve excellent margaritas and fresh guacamole made right at your table. The outdoor patio under the trees is great on summer nights.
Black Cat Tavern
Seafood
A reliable, casual seafood tavern situated right across from the Hyannis ferry docks. It's a great spot to sit outside on the patio, watch the boats, and have a cold beer.
Scargo CafΓ©
Bistro
A cozy, tavern-style bistro in Dennis Village with a warm atmosphere. The menu has a solid mix of everything from seafood to pasta, making it an easy, comfortable choice for dinner.
Twenty-Eight Atlantic
Fine Dining
High-end dining right on the water at Wequassett. It's formal and quiet, featuring elegant tasting menus, refined seafood, and excellent views of Pleasant Bay.
The Chatham Cut
Steakhouse
A modern, sophisticated steakhouse. It offers premium cuts, a highly curated wine list, and a sleek, contemporary atmosphere that feels a bit more urban than typical Cape spots.
Fin
Upscale Seafood
A refined, upscale seafood restaurant set inside a historic, two-story colonial home in Dennis. They focus on fresh local catches and oysters, offering a quiet, intimate dining experience with excellent cocktails.
The Pheasant
Farm-to-Table Bistro
A farm-to-table bistro located in a historic barn. The menu changes constantly based on local farm and sustainable fish availability, giving it a rustic, earthier vibe.
Chillingsworth Bistro
French Fine Dining
A long-standing destination for French-inspired fine dining on a historic estate. The bistro side offers a slightly more casual, intimate way to experience their classic culinary style.
