My friends and I stopped at Rose and Crown after a day of strolling the streets of Nantucket and…read morebefore we had to get on the ferry. The bartender was very friendly and we got served right away. The beers were great-- I love a hoppy IPA and my friend also enjoyed her cider. The appetizers were standard and definitely hit the spot. Easy spot for a quick bite, good drinks, and great people watching.

A comfortable pub right off Main Street. Nice selection of tap beers and the menu looks pretty…read moregood. We had the smoked bluefish pate with crackers which was DELICIOUS

Nantucket is full of restaurants that primarily target the influx of tourists in the summer. Of…read morethose, only a small percentage are year-rounders, serving year-round Nantucketers, who tend to be more down-to-earth and less inclined to pay $30 for a sushi roll than the average fair weather islander. Kitty Murtagh's is one for the year-rounders. Tucked away on a small side street behind the mid-island Stop and Shop, this reliable old Irish pub is low key and pretense free, with a lovely patio for al fresco dining in fine weather. Indoors, there are pool tables and occasionally live music. The food is nothing earth shattering, but it's fairly priced and fairly good -- and the Irish menu items are fairly authentic. No surprise since co-owner John Keane is an Irish transplant who came to Nantucket in the late 1980s to work as a bartender at the Chicken Box, a semi-legendary live music venue a few doors down (where my BIL used to play with his band, incidentally). Keane and his partner, Caroline Montgomery, own not only Kitty Murtagh's, but also Queequeg's, Tree Bar, and Town, downtown mainstays. At a recent dinner, IRISH NACHOS ($15; Melted Cheddar, Bacon, Tomatoes, Scallion, Potato Skins) were well made, with a good balance of crisp potato skin, cheese and other toppings. You won't find Irish nachos on menus in Ireland, unless it's at an American pub. Like green beer and big parades on St. Patrick's Day, they're an American invention -- quite a tasty one, though, unlike most green beers I've had. More authentically Irish GUINNESS BEEF STEW ($20; Gravy, Root Vegetables, Mashed Potato, Dinner Rolls) was made with tender beef and carrots in plenty of gravy. It was particularly lovely to discover that the mashed potatoes that came with the dish were scratch made and quite delicious. It's hard for me to resist an IRISH FRY UP ($20; Eggs, Bangers, Rashers, Black & White Pudding, Charred Tomato, Irish Beans, Mushrooms, Fries), otherwise known as a full Irish breakfast, whenever I see it on the menu, even when it's dinnertime. Kitty Murtagh's version was fairly good. I loved the nicely pan-fried little disks black and white pudding, charred tomato, mushrooms, and eggs, which I requested over easy. Bangers had been a bit over boiled and the "Irish beans" were probably canned (tinned) Heinz baked beans, however. I have a number of Irish friends who enjoy the nostalgia of tinned baked beans, especially on buttered toast, but they're not my personal favorite. Fries were a stand-in for more traditional pan-fried potatoes. We were not overly fond of the IRISH CHICKEN CURRY ($32; Indian Madras Curry, Jasmine Rice, Mango Chutney), which was made with several times more untempered "curry powder" (aka garam masala) than there probably should have been. It was also weirdly and horribly sweet. We do sometimes enjoy the genre we think of as British-Indian food, e.g. the chicken curries you can find at just about any pub in London. I can only guess that the chef mis-measured the amounts of curry powder and sugar while making this batch. Our ten-year old insisted on ordering the GRILLED CHEESE & FRIES ($12) from the children's menu, which she found very much to her taste. I didn't try it, but it was made with amply buttered white bread and American cheese. She said it was good as Panera's, her paragon of grilled cheese. ;) Overall, it was quite a pleasant meal. We'll surely be back with the pup to sit on that pretty patio and try the shepherd's pie.

Really good place to enjoy a Shepherd's Pie (delicious) and a glass of Guinness. The corned beef…read morewas satisfying. Service was very good. The friendly bartender offered up a custom cocktail for my wife which was quite good. We were seated outdoors where it was a bit close to the bushes and may have gotten some bug bites. The high top chairs were a little wonky and the ground was a little uneven but ok overall. 3.5 stars.

Wonderful service and great staff…read more The restaurants offered outdoor seating in addition to indoor one. Definitely a plus on a beautiful summer day. They also are family friendly as they offer coloring paper and crayons for usage. Night time the restaurant turn into a disco bar.

When Nantucket calls off I go. Especially when it's the daffodil festival . This is an extremely…read morebusy time to find a restaurant but we were lucky enough to get a table at the Charlie. . As soon as I walked in the door I spied the Lonster quesadillas and they looked amazing. When I asked the waiter he said hands down they were the best thing on the menu and indeed they were. Jam Packed with plenty of lobster chunks it made this New Englander very happy!

3.5 overall. While the food is solid (4 stars), I found it to be overpriced, and that's taking in…read morethat Nantucket is expensive. The small plates were all $25+ and while the small plates were actually larger than one would think, nothing blew me away. The cocktails are also expensive, pricier than drinks I recently had at The Pearl & Straight Wharf. Pics were from a few years back, but I most recently dined this year (2026) and had the octopus, little gem salad, the clam dip and fried broccoli. While all good, I wouldn't say a dish stood out as fantastic. (Granted, we didn't order any of their more "main dishes". This is definitely a spot that seemingly is more fun with many mouths to feed and try bites of many things. With just my husband & I, we were limited to the same bites of a few dishes. The service was great and the vibes also. The bar is bustling and upstairs is so charming. Overall, a solid night out. I do find it to be more expensive than their neighbors and not quite sure the food lived up to those occasions, which is why the 3 stars, but regardless, a nice night out. Fun Fact: Back in the day, this spot was an Italian restaurant called DeMarco's and I used to be the hostess! (This was 30 years ago and now after writing that, I feel quite old).

This was probably the best meal we had in Nantucket. Overall, we enjoyed the creative dishes and…read moregood tasting food! The cocktails and cocktails were good also. My favorites were the little gem salad (everything just worked so well together and I loved the cubed cheese croutons) and the lumache pasta. The Parker roll with caviar was pretty good but sad we had to share. The fried broccoli was fine. The steak came overcooked - we asked for medium rare but it came out medium - still not bad though. I will say it wasn't super comfortable inside. The chairs and booths were uncomfortable and tables were very cramped so although the food was good, we were sort of itching to finish and leave. The restaurant looks like it used to be a house, which seems to be the theme around here. Overall, definitely one of the better spots to eat on the island!

Chef Emmanuel "Manny" Rojas might be one of the best chefs on Nantucket. This former New Yorker and…read moreMomofuku Ssam Bar alum draws from culinary traditions of every sort, from Mexican and Caribbean, to Korean and Thai. Perhaps in reflection of his New York City roots, all these varied culinary cultures are thrown into the same kitchen, tossed together with abandon, and sprinkled with some Chef Rojas magic, resulting in some of the most interesting, intelligent flavors you can find on Nantucket. The current menu includes dishes like Taiwanese fried prawns, duck wontons and street corn strips with miso aioli, cotija and furikake, which play alongside ingredients like kimchi, water chestnuts, and curtido! Perhaps not surprisingly, given Chef Rojas's Momofuku pedigree, the dinner menu features Korean Barbecue Pork, a large-format family meal that closely resembles Chef David Chang's famous bo ssäm, a slow-roasted, sugar-and-salt-cured whole pork shoulder. KOREAN PORK BBQ ($170; sushi rice - cucumber kimchi - korean bbq sauce - ginger scallion sauce - bibb lettuce wraps) allegedly feeds four to six people. Given the small dent that the four of us made in the dish, even with a few growth-spurting ravenous eaters, the dish could probably feed eight hungry adults. Be prepared for leftovers and meal plan accordingly! At a more recent Sunday brunch, we had the wonderfully culturally ambiguous TUNA TOSTADA ($27; pickled jicama - aji amarillo - charred cipollini & sesame puree - shallot). It was a bit Mexican, a bit Peruvian, a bit East Asian -- and a lot delicious. I'm one of those people who don't get all the hoopla over AVOCADO TOAST, but the Progeny seem to be on the bandwagon. The version served at or, The Whale ($22; cherry tomato - fried egg - everything bagel spice on toasted sourdough) might just win me over. Excellent, ripe sliced avocados came topped with a sunny-side-up egg, lots of tender microgreens, and slightly pan-seared sweet cherry tomatoes. The EGGS BENEDICT ($26; choice of country ham or smoked salmon - poached eggs - house biscuit - hollandaise) were classic and well made with perfectly runny yolk and super rich, buttery hollandaise sauce. But the most delicious thing on the plate was the side of hash browns, a generous slab that was beautifully browned to a crisp on the outside. Cocktails are delicious, though a touch wimpy by our lush standards. Predictably, I'm fond of the entertainingly named UNCLE BAD NEWS ($17; jalapeño-infused tequila, passionfruit, lime) since I'm a sucker for any cocktail with jalapeño as an ingredient.

Very popular and loud place!! The bar area outdoors is lovely with the garden decor and lights…read morestrung around. There were SO many people here; looked like a college crowd. The food was delicious and expensive. We had the asparagus salad and summer salad. Both were delicious and fresh. Steak frites were delicious and the serving size was decent. Duck carnitas was the hit! The duck was delicious and tender. The toppings (pickled onions, pickled veggies, salsa) with the corn tortillas were just right. You prep your own tacos with all the fillings. This was our favorite and we enjoyed the unique concept to use duck! It was an expensive meal but worth it! Service was great. I took more photos but realized they were quite blurry due to it being dark out and I didn't give my phone enough time to capture the photo. I wanted to eat!!! I would definitely come again.

Great time at Cisco brewing! This place will get PACKED during the peak season so be prepared for…read moreit to be busy. It's such a nice place to hangout outside during a beautiful summer day. If you are visiting the island they have a shuttle which will pick you up from in town, it runs in a continuous loop about every 20 min. Once at Cisco, they were charging a cover of $10 a person to get in. Inside they have a large courtyard, lots of tables, and a big stage with live music. They have a wine station, full liquor bar, and the beer station so you can try all of the things they make. They were doing a signature cocktail with fresh cucumber which was delicious and refreshing! They also distill their own spirits and single malt whiskey. They had one of the best wine Frosè I have ever had, called the Nantucket Frosè. It has FRESH fruit and berries, SO good!

Our no longer so secret party spot. Even in the off season, it's ridiculously congested. If you…read morescore parking on premises, it's like winning an organ transplant. A few years ago, someone offered to buy my parking space for $500. (I declined.) There's often live music. (Check local publications or their website for up-to-date schedules.) There are often a number of food trucks present. On our recent visit, we had oysters from Hang Ten (enormous, meaty and sweet, but shucked with a ton of shell shards); tacos, guac and nachos from Millie's; and pizza from Eat Fire Pizza. And of course we had a number of decent beers on tap from Cisco Brewers. They seem to tend towards lightness, minimal hoppiness: good summer brews for warm weather. It's family friendly -- including canine members. Our pup is a seasoned New Yorker and accustomed to crowds, but even she seemed a little frazzled by the press of people at times.

Busy waterfront food and bar. The Gazebo was packed at 4:30. Had a clam casino appetizer, while…read morewaiting for the ferry. Great place to kick the can. Wasn't wowed but good enough! Casual casual. And casual.

It is pretty good for a definite tourist restaurant. It is right there as you get off the ferry…read morefrom Harwichport or Hyannis. It is usually quite crowded and relatively pricey as is everything on the island. The food is good and the service was as well. Unfortunately they have lost their lease and this will be their last season. I would imagine that another restaurant will take its place in the near future.

Honestly surprised by the low ratings (only 3 stars, what!)…read more We went to Galley 2 days in a row, the first time just for drinks after a dip in the ocean, and the second for a proper brunch. Yes, the menu is pricey, but given the location and quality I think it's fair. I had the lobster roll and it was incredible! So so good, I still think about that dish. Drinks were excellent too. The setting is stunning on the beach, and during the day you can be pretty casual. I'm sure it's equally beautiful at sunset. I'd totally return!

I love Galley Beach, amazing views with amazing cocktails and food. Dinner menu is a pre fix menu…read moreso make sure to go hungry for 3 courses! My favorite place to sit at is the bar with the amazing bar team. Must visit when on nantucket.

Great place for a quick drink before hopping on the ferry. Off the main drag so less busy and less…read morenoisy. Ample bar seating available and drinks were strong. Staff was limited but still well attended while we were there and they were friendly.

Obe of the few places with mussles! They are sooo good--garlicy and spicy. We came in for a quick…read morelunch. We ended up with five appetizers. All of them very good. The gryo nachos hade so much flavor. The meat is salty and crispy, the chips are freshly fried, and the dips and spreads give a creamy cheese taste and texture. The service was pretty good. The food came out super quickly. It is a great place to sit out of the sun but still in the open air.

Mikey was awesome! We sat at the bar to eat and drink prior to wandering over to the piano room. We…read morehad a great time talking to Mikey and he did a wonderful job serving us. We had many meals during our extended stay in Nantucket and this was one of the best. Tye scallops over fresh pasta were to die for! I lived the espresso martinis as well.

A generously portioned bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich served on a buttery croissant with a side of…read morecomplimentary crispy hash browns-all for Under $15 in Nantucket!? That's a rare find. The Club Car Restaurant, housed in a restored 19th century railroad car, serves delicious breakfast and lunch in a unique setting without breaking the bank-something that's hard to come by on the island. This spot is definitely worth a visit.