Wow wow wow!!! Do not miss this spot on the island!! We came for our anniversary weekend and we…read morewere blown away by the whole experience. The drinks were phenomenal, but the food!! Scallion pancakes were a good start with a great dipping sauce. Yellowfin tuna wraps were super fresh and once again the sauces were insane. Steamed pork buns were delicious! But the best part of the night was the blue crab fried rice!! Highly recommend! Next time we want to try the duck when we come back.

first time in Nantucket first time in this restaurant last time in this restaurant…read more Here's my honest review of this place: Food: The food was decent, but I found it overpriced for what was offered. The menu felt somewhat limited, and overall the value didn't match the pricing. Drinks: My cocktail tasted good, but at $21 I expected more. It also seemed lighter on alcohol than expected, which made the price harder to justify. Atmosphere: The space is small, crowded, and loud. If you're looking for a quiet or romantic dinner where you can comfortably talk with your partner, this may not be the best fit. Service charge: I was surprised by the additional 4% back-of-house fee. I would have preferred to see pricing structured differently rather than adding an extra charge. Overall: I can understand why some snooty people enjoy it, but for me the experience didn't justify the cost.

Sayle's is my new seafood obsession. Mostly because I love having an easy access to a fish…read moresandwich. There's a place to park, I can walk in, order a fried fish sandwich, look at some lobsters in a tank for ten minutes (the best part) and be out the door with a hot n ready fried fish sandwich in my hands. On my last visit, the woman at the counter was so happy. I was already happy because I was getting a fried fish sandwich. And then I was feeding off of her energy, and I was just having such a great moment in Sayle's Seafood! Now, I could sit in and eat here and bask in their fishy glory since there are tables, but I have yet to do so. I also love the view of the harbor from the front porch and that it's tucked down that little street and the vibe is so island that it contributes to the over-romanticism of Nantucket that happens in my mind but that's okay. The fish sandwich was really good. The time before that, I ordered the clam strips side, which was a lot smaller than I believed it was going to be. They were small individual pieces and fried well-done, while I do prefer a softer crunch. Next time, I will order the clam strip platter which comes with accoutrements. I also had their clam chowder, which I also thought was pretty good. I will be back for more seafood, and I hope that it is soon!

I've heard massively good things about Sayle's from my friends who live in the island, year round…read more Well, thing is, it's a take out place. They do have a couple of tables outside, but it was kind of a cool and windy day and not enjoyable to be sitting out. Darn shame. Seafood was alive in tanks. Everything was very fresh. Prices very reasonable. Too bad they do not have a real eating area, not a restaurant, but a place where you can sit, use utensils, and enjoy.

The parking was a bit sketchy. It is just street parking. Everyone must have been in town because…read morewe had trouble finding a spot. It is located in the center of town so in a house converted into a restaurant. I started out with Tuna Taraki which was five slices of fresh tuna on a bed of curry topped with a sliced plum. It was delicious. As an entree I had the swordfish that was seared. It was a large portion that filled me right up. The waiter was marginal. We asked if he had after dinner port be the glass. A simple request. He disappeared for 15 minutes while he checked. This required a yes or no answer from the kitchen. As it turns out, they did not have it. The restaurant had about twenty table with a separate bar area. The dining room was dimly lit. I would return whenever I am on the island. It is a top-notch restaurant.

When we finally got our food, after having asked for it twice, it was fine…read more Just fine. The "service" was sub-par at its best. After having been brought to our seats at the bar, then told they were reserved, we were walked back outside to sidewalk and into adjacent restaurant's (boarding house) dark & dank -empty- bar (with music blaring), we asked if an outside sidewalk table was available. Yes but we needed to eat & leave by 7:15. It was 6:15. We said yes because we knew (ASSUMED) that was possible. Though there were 3 2-seat tables available, she put at a table almost on top of a table of 6...3 very loud & ill behaved children. And that's where we remained, waiting a while for "server" to ask us for drink order, then finally take our dinner order (never mentioned the specials; I had to ask) and then we waited & waited (meantime 7:15 came & went) for our very small servings of boring (& room temp) cod & even smaller ("share plate"?!?) of crudo. And because the plates most likely sat in kitchen & wee ignored by pit "server" the fish was not hot and the crudo was not cold. Never again Pearl, never again

The food and service at the Sea Grille are truly wonderful! My only wish is that they would not…read moreplay loud thumping electronic dance music in what is otherwise an expensive, classy restaurant.

What an amazing dinner we had at Sea Grille! Everything was perfect. The oysters were so fresh and…read moredelicious. I had the Nantucket Seafood Brodo, which has a little bit of everything: lobster, clams, mussels, scallops and calamari. It sits in a fennel and saffron broth. It was my birthday, so we went all out and got several desserts. Our waitress was very attentive. Overall we were blown away! 10 out of 10 highly recommend.

always great hostess/waitressing staff that is professional, friendly and great. My real kudos is…read moreto the chef. from the duck to the steak he knows how to cook

This restaurant has something for everyone! I love this place!!! The chef does an amazing job- wow!read more

Excellent food and service. We had fried clam basket and warm butter lobster roll, and both were…read moredelicious.

This place is beautifully set by the water. It's near the ferry port so lots of people come and go…read more They have a sit-down part and a to-go counter. We decided to sit and eat. Unfortunately the outdoor seating was booked (party of 5) so we sat indoors. It was quite busy for dinner. The menu is simple and just right. We ordered SO much food! The clam chowder was too watery for my taste. I'm a fan of thick hearty New England style clam chowder. I liked the onion rings with caviar but the batter took on most of the flavor. Caesar salad had a little twist: no croutons and topped with anchovies. It was yummy. Fish tacos were a hit; we ordered fried instead of grilled. The warm lobster rolls were delicious. I avoid gluten where I can so I got the fish sandwich without a bun. It was crispy on the outside, flaky and soft inside. Coleslaw made it whole. The rosemary fries and cornbread as sides were addicting! Key lime dessert was meh. It was busy but we got the attention we needed. The staff was friendly and had smiles on their faces. Definitely good for fried seafood!!!

This review is for their takeaway side…read more Based on what I saw, I really want to check out the restaurant next summer!! I got their smoked scallops and they were the BEST EVER! First of all, I don't often see smoked scallops in the Bay Area, and when I've had Not exaggerating when I say these were amazing and couldn't be much better. Perfectly smoked with just a hint of smokiness (not overpowering at all). Also tasted super fresh!!! (Too Their selection of raw seafood all looked really good. There's also a small area where you can purchase some cute items, including olive oils, books, baseball caps, etc. Workers were helpful, even though they were pretty packed.

straight wharf bar grill is my favorite dining spot on Nantucket. Come for apps and dessert or…read moredinner and dessert and its near impossible that you'll leave disappointed. Note the common theme...the desserts are spectacular; the 2024 strawberry shortcake posset is (still) one of the most memorable things I ate last year. It is essential that you head over early, they open at 5:30, because once the seats fill up you're going to be waiting a long time. Additionally, if you sit on the patio the people watching is 10/10 thanks to the Gazebo and folks coming and going to the ferry.

I seldom write bad or negative reviews, so this one flummoxed me a bit…read more The appetizer was this wonderful cold mussel dish, with spices and a light oil. Just a nice, artisan dish akin to something you'd get in New Bedford or Fall River. Fantastic. 5-Stars. Now their lobster roll. Imagine a hot dog, OK, and now imagine one of those little Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage links for size comparison. The volume of finely shredded lobster meat, that was also warm in that hot dog roll was smaller than the Jimmy Dean link. 0-Stars. My recommendations for a "good" lobster roll is to go anywhere else on island. I'd recommend Sayle's Seafood, The Nantucket Lobster Trap or Stubby's. In fact, I'd just stay clear of the Club Car altogether, it is one of those places for the self-focused New York / Miami new [vulgar] money jet-set that treat the island like their play-thing... you know, you see their empty beer cans in the morning around town. That's my story, and I'm sticking to it.

Club Car Nantucket is an absolute 5-star go-to me. It's such a unique, lively vibe in the historic…read moretrain-car setting, with that classic Nantucket energy that feels special whether you're popping in for lunch or settling in for a full night out. The service is always on point (Bridget always takes care of us--she's genuinely so nice), and the food never misses: the lobster Cobb salad is fresh, loaded, and perfectly balanced, and the croque madame is pure comfort (savory, cheesy, and even better with the egg). And don't sleep on dinner, Club Car turns it up even more, and their steak frites is the best!