Lovely restaurant, beautiful setting. Excellent Caesar salad, tasty sangria & delicious key lime pie (with fresh whipped cream!). Sirloin steak cooked medium, as requested, but had too much gristle. Would not order that again. Waiter Jamie was very nice, professional. Would definitely go again. read more

I've been here numerous times. They have great outside and upper deck seating with a water view. The food is consistently good. I tend to bring visitors here because they have a good variety on their menu and outdoor seating. Staff is always friendly. The inside atmosphere is nothing special so sitting outside is preferred. I recently had their beet salad and it was so delicious!! It's definitely worth a try! read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Beet salad with goat cheese. Delicious! - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

Mid afternoon lunch in November with a spectacular low tide sun glistening view. Started with a nice Bloody Mary and Devils Purse Ale. Half dozen Wellfleet oysters. Excellent. From the oyster farm in front of restaurant. I ordered chicken wings as I am a wings addict. Great chunky blue cheese. But a bit too much hot sauce. He had an outstanding fish sandwich. Nearby hot lobster rolls looked good. Interior, old fashioned cafe style. Great windows and porch seating when a tad warmer. We were glad we gave this place a try. The snack bar by harbor was closed and this was open. A pleasure for us. read more

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Oyster po' boy was good and def loaded with oysters! Chicken tenders were...ok. Very friendly staff here and it's in a great location by the beach with outdoor tables. read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Menu 2022 - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

We come to Wellfleet every year, but we'd never tried this restaurant. My son was craving mussels, so we got a table. The restaurant was busy, but they seated us within 20 minutes, so that was great. The table was sticky and they don't set the table before seating you. They have no kids' menus or crayons or anything. We ordered the mussels and they were good - the kids devoured them. The portion is large, but the mussels are small. The kids also enjoyed their burgers, though they don't give many fries or much ketchup. I ordered the baked cod - it was boring. I definitely wanted something on the healthier side, but it was not flavorful. My husband ordered the fish sandwich with fries, and they gave him the fish tacos instead, which he just ate because "they were his 2nd choice!" I tried some, and they were tasty. Service was quick, but not friendly. I don't think we'll eat here again, but we might get takeout for the kids. read more

Service was good, Lobster roll and oysters were excellent. Pitcher of Margs was really disappointing. The ice was already half melted and there was hardly any flavor or tequila in it. Absolutely not worth the $40. read more

One of the best clam chowder in Cape Cod. (I prefer semi-thick soup, good flavor, good balance of ingredients.) One feedback would be to have more clams in there. Good service and nice views. COVID review: masks required inside unless you're seated, it can get busy during peak times, so you'll have to make your own risk assessment. read more

Very cool by the water. Great food and atmosphere. Say at the bar and the staff was friendly and attentive. Bartender was knowledgeable about the bourbons and runs, had a fantastic Dark & Stormy. If you are there after 4pm, be sure to check out the "Bomb Shelter" around back. read more

My wife and I went to the bookstore for lunch. We were seated on the porch with tables properly spaced. Servers were masked and very friendly. We received one printed menu per table. Food was good. It was lunch so I was a bit reserved in ordering. Fried clams were sweet and tender. Has anyone else noticed..,,.why can't restaurants make a decent cole slaw? If you have only three items on a plate wouldn't you want them all to be kind of decent? Why does cole slaw get left out. It's so easy to make. A cole slaw made with love can make all the difference. read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Menu - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

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This is an update of my earlier review 6 years ago. Once again they did great during the covid crisis. We ordered take out to eat at a picnic table across the street at Mayo beach. We had tried to order from another restaurant on RT 6 and they couldn't process our order in over an hour. However these guys were able to serve our food in just over 15 minutes and it was delicious. I had the BEST clams casino I've ever had. Most places serve these with lots of breading a little clam pieces. This place gives you the entire clam with a piece of bacon on top. Yum! The only issue we had is we ordered a beet salad & it came with only lettuce. We brought it back & they happily gave us the correct salad. Will definitely go back in the future! read more

On a cool, drizzly and windy day (today), we went for lunch. We were greeted and taken to a table upstairs, right beside a very loud family and occasionally screaming child. To be fair, the entire room was very loud. shortly after we were seated and I put my bag down on the carpeted floor, someone came over and squished themselves between the two tables and started sweeping around my bag. To be fair, it needed it, there was a mess I hadn't noticed before putting my bag down, and apparently the waitress hadn't noticed before she seated us. After a few minutes, I realized I could not sit through a whole meal with the noise and chaos, and told my boyfriend we needed to leave. When we came downstairs, I noticed how much quieter it was, and asked the hostess if we could just sit down there. So we stayed, I ordered a hot orange herbal tea (perfect for a cold day) and had the #vegan "jamaican bowl" which looked colorful, but also looked like it had been put together by someone who took a guess at what a vegan dish might look like. There was little protein in the dish. It basically looked like someone took a plate, put a side of salsa, a side of coleslaw, some mushy but acceptable sweet potatoes, and two full stalks of bok choy cooked on a plate and then stuck some rice with a few peas in the center of it. The bok choy was tasty, but hard to cut with the butter knife I had been given. I probably should have asked for a steak knife. The rice & salsa were ok, but I don't really like raw cabbage, so I skipped the cole slaw. If I were to go to the restaurant again, I would probably order the veggie burger instead. My boyfriend ordered a buttermilk fried chicken sandwich and fries and enjoyed it. Our (second) waitress was good. The overall experience for me was sort of like the weather "blah". PS - Where's the books? read more

This is a quintessential stop when in Wellfleet. It has your typical New England fare with old school bar and table service. The food is standard New England American. They offer fish n chips, chowder, caesar, burger, steamers, mussels...you get the idea. It's not a place to come for outstanding cuisine and service. However, for fresh Wellfleet Oysters and clams it's a place that is tough to beat. Fresh Wellfleet Oyster may be considered as being the best in the world. I would agree they may belong on the top ten list. It is often misleading to state this is a waterfront restaurant. The location is set back from the water (a beach, parking lot, and road exists in front of the establishment), For an optimum view of the water you will need to request a second story seating. The drinks are stiff and food with service is satisfactory. Your mission here should be catching the relaxed vibe with sampling the local raw oysters and clams (littlenecks or cherrystones). Quench your palate with a pint or one of the classic cocktails (like a Bloody Mary or gin and tonic). read more

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A delightful spot for lunch or dinner. The service is so friendly and calm. The sea breeze that flows in from across the street is as sweet as can be. We visited last year after the initial pandemic wave, and the Bookstore & Restaurant has kept up their cleanliness and awareness. P.S. The best lobster roll that I have had! A perfect sized roll and indulgent lobster meat. read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - A classic Caipirinha! A Brazilian rum drink with lime and sugar. 10/10! Pro-tip: ask for a salt rim (if you like salt). - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

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Best lobster roll on my trip. The hot lobster roll was amazing and the potato salad delicious as well. I recommend the hot lobster roll! read more

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This place is a great ocean view restaurant in town of Wellfleet for eating fresh Wellfleet oysters. We came here during the off-season on Cape Cod so there was no wait, and Got a seat overlooking the ocean at sunset. They have been pretty good wine list, and the oysters by the dozen were excellent and of course very fresh. I also enjoyed my hot lobster roll which was full of lobster meat. This was available with fries, coleslaw or sweet potato fries. Highly recommend for a casual stop with a great view on the Cape. read more

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The atmosphere and service is excellent here. This is our go-to restaurant. I find it funny that people wait for the a/c room. There's always a breeze from the bay. The food is so delicious and the happy hour apps.... don't get me started. What you see in my post are two of the dishes from this menu. read more

Had two excellent lunches here recently. One, the lobster salad, the other, the warm lobster roll. A very busy restaurant with lots of outdoor seating, but so busy we opted to sit upstairs next to an open window, rather than wait for outdoor seating. Would definitely return for the warm lobster roll. One of the best I've ever had. read more

We've been coming here since I was a kid and it's been up and down. It's okay, prices the same as everywhere else. Nothing special. It's very loud inside so if you are looking for a quiet atmosphere this is not the place. Went here a few nights ago and it was okay, food was cold, not much flavor. Next time we will skip it and go somewhere else. read more

Hands down the freshest, most delicious Wellfleet oysters, plus a heaping bowl of steamers! All with a view of the oyster flats across the street. If only I could carry you home in my pocket read more

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It's worth a visit, for the novelty, outdoor seating, and reasonably-priced drafts. The food is good, but you'll find better elsewhere. Good service too. Great views of the bay and a relaxed atmosphere, with a full complement of seafood options. The food was tasty, but didn't stand out. The prices were reasonable for the area, though it still wasn't exactly cheap. The bookstore is interesting but definitely more for oddball collections rather than reading. It's musty and cramped but an avid reader could lose themselves in there for hours. Overall, the relaxed atmosphere is its best feature, and I would recommend even if I wouldn't frequently repeat. read more

Ate here while waiting out a spot to sit on the patio at the Pearl. Their fish tacos were delish, and it is a cute spot hidden around the corner! Good sangria as well! read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

To preface this review, I'm a self-proclaimed food snob that spent 15 years living in Queens, New York City (which has some of the best food in the country). My food standards are VERY high. The Bookstore is SOLID! A friend told me this place has her all time favorite clam chowder, so I had to see for myself. I tried it, and I confirm that it's best New England clam chowder I've ever had! My sister who dislikes seafood also liked it. She ordered a salad, which was so tasty. I'm taking one star away for the underwhelming fish sandwich on rye with Swiss. The fish was good but the sandwich as a whole was as underwhelming. The side of potato salad was fantastic, however. In conclusion, I would encourage anyone to eat at the Bookstore! read more

This place is disgusting, before you order walk out to the rest rooms and see how they leave food laying around. Oysters were previously opened and not good. Chicken fingers are low quality. Save your money avoid this place. read more

For a week down the cape in prime time we were so excited that there was no wait when we arrived for dinner around 7pm. Service was great. We were seated on the upper deck overlooking the water. Food was good, only one complaint which was the vegetables weren't cooked enough and were a little hard however some people prefer them that way. Excellent meal, excellent location! read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Lobster Gnocchi - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

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Amazing! Lovely service, gorgeous view, and delicious food!! I had the grilled swordfish tacos and they were lovely. My mother swears by the beet salad, and my dad loved the seafood Reuben. My partner had the duck confit sandwich special and it was phenomenal. A real 10/10 place. read more

One of our go to places on the outer cape, great service and food. Came with a party of 8, 5 minute wait and food came out very fast.

Very impressed with this restaurant. From the outside it looks like local hangout. But to describe the meal had was so far over the top, amazing. I had lobster bisque and the lobster gnocchi. You know when the food is so good you just don't share... me bad. Fresh pasta plenty of lobster and good pieces of lobster in the bisque. The baked scallops my wife had put her the no share zone. Our first time will be well remembered and hope to return next season. Thank you and a big shout out to Our waitress Vanina "terrific job" Fantastic!!! 9-15-21 read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Oyster' Rockefeller, melted butter underneath the oys - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

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Went with friends. We had a table on the second floor porch and the the view was incredible. The service was friendly and pleasant. I ordered raw oysters- which were fresh and delicious. I also had a bowl of clam chowder- just terrific. Everyone was happy with their food -and what a view! Would happily recommend! read more

Nice view of Mayo beach. Plenty of parking options. Menu is diverse and food is good and servings plentiful. You can't go wrong with the menu - something for everyone. Be prepared to wait during peak hours. read more

Reading great literature while enjoying - great-tasting vegan burgers and fresh seafood (while taking in a great view) all came together for my husband Dave & me @ the delightful Bookstore & Restaurant in Wellfleet @ the Cape. And to top it off, we experienced GREAT service from the amazing waitress Molly. We recommend the fried clams, scallops, lobster, & baked cod. Everything was tasty, well seasoned, and quickly brought to our table warm and aromatic. It was a treat to sit on the second floor outdoor porch where we enjoyed watching the boats, hearing sea birds, and feeling a refreshing breeze on a warm summer night. Some restaurants stay in your mind as a place to return. Certainly this memorable bookstore restaurant, right across from the beach, is such a place. read more

First off, the artichoke dip was a stand out. We devoured it in seconds . The French onion soup was Devine . To follow that, the seafood medley was delicious and buttery and the sangria was sweet , but not too sweet, made everything come together. Great lively atmosphere and very attentive staff. We had a table of 6 and had all of our food come on time. We were tempted to go to the pearl when googling but we are so glad we came here. The only down side is it can get a bit noisy. Over all 10/10 would come back here. read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Sangria - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

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great setting. avocado toast at 1150 am. yummmmmm what a great location on the outdoor deck. this is just down the street from the dock and close to the theater. tons of parking nearby after brunch headed over to the dock for 6 oysters on the half shell. awesome. good bloody mary, too. read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

We've been coming to the Bookstore Restaurant for lunch for years and always enjoyed it. Today not so much. We ordered a dozen oysters as an app ; they came very quickly and were not cold. They were huge.. but something was not right about them. The shells were green and they just tasted off. Maybe they were opened earlier and had sat for too long? A real turn off. My husband ordered the soft shell crab sandwich, as it is a favorite of his...he said it was just ok. The breading was too thick and the crab was cut up; not served whole. Odd. I ordered the cauliflower tacos which came cold. Beverages were coffee ( awful) and husband had a beer. The bill came to $100!!! We realize prices are up everywhere, but this meal did not warrant that price! Very disappointing; we will not return! read more

amazing food and amazing waitress!! so friendly and the outdoor dining was perfect. food came out relatively fast and our waitress always checked in on us to make sure our experience was great. strongly recommend the lobster gnocchi... it's all homemade so make sure u get it! don't miss out on this place, you won't regret it!! read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - lobster gnocchi - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

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Excellent food and service. The establishment was full of locals and tourists and the staff did not skip a beat. You can not beat the view of Welfleet harbor. We are frequent flyers and would highly recommend this great restaurant. Everything on the menu is outstanding. read more

Overrated and overpriced. Only view of the bay is a parking lot blocking the view. Ordered strawberry shortcake dessert, turned out to be a few sliced strawberries on a buttermilk biscuit. No cake whatsoever and definately not strawberry shortcake. And not worth 10 bucks. read more

I really used to love this restaurant and I still like it but the menu has been made smaller and the prices have gone through the roof. The price for a cup of chowder was way beyond reasonable. I understand that costs have gone up but the level of increase requires better food than what I was served. The house side salad was a generous portion and quite frankly the highlight of my meal. My wife enjoyed the beet salad with a huge piece of over cooked salmon. I want to love this place again and I'm happy to pay more for broader offering. Bring back the Portuguese Stew!!! It feels more like a tourist trap than the local, welcoming and delicous restaurant it used to be. read more

Food is great. Lots of fresh seafood. Excellent servers. Friendly people at the bar. Lots of different beers. Great views from second floor. read more

Went here for happy hour at the end of September and sat out on their covered porch. Great deal for their oysters and thoroughly enjoyed it! read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Oysters on the Half Shell - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts

Revolting. The hostess, bartender, and waitress were all nice, and the dining room is bright and has somewhat of an ocean view. Unfortunately the lettuce in my beet salad was BEYOND DISGUSTING - full of black slimy rotten bits. I can't imagine how their chef would serve such junk, and neither could the waitress. Strangely, my husband's salad was fine. So who knows. But this establishment can't be trusted to offer edible food. I would avoid it. read more

Bookstore & Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Wellfleet, Massachusetts