Fish is simply superb. None better. Great staff. Dave Glidden's legacy gives this place wonderful History. read more

Wonderful, friendly staff! Best fresh fish. We order cooked lobster to take out. Always perfectly cooked and expertly cracked. And the sell fresh eggs from a local farm!! A++++++ read more

We are regular seafood cookers. Bought a 5.5 pound bag of mussels from Gliddens and stored them shortly in our fridge before going to cook them up. When we opened and went through the mussels, over half the bag had long gone bad and the shells were open. Disappointing to say the least. Will not be returning. read more

Glidden's Island Seafood - Mussels opened - Seafood Markets Near Me - Nantucket, Massachusetts

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This is straight up a seafood market and they don't sell lobster as a meal. They can and will sell seafood (lobster) cooked. Cooked and shelled lobster runs about $60/lb. There are whole claws and tail pieces in it. I saw a guy walk in and pick up a tray of whole cooked lobsters and then walk right back out, so that's an option too. Fast and friendly service. Giant free parking lot. There are other great stiff like halibut and salmon. There is no line to get in, order, pay or get your food. You walk in and you're right in front of tue counter, give your order to the friendly person saying hello, and then in no time at all, you'll be paying for your goods and be on your way. No fuss; no muss. read more

Best little shop! Staff was so knowledgeable and helpful. We picked up some fresh ahi tuna, smoked sea scallops, and some steaks. Everything was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to return and try their lobster dinners! Make sure you pick up a container or two of their monkey munch too- absolutely addicting. read more

Glidden's Island Seafood - ahi, steak, and smoked scallops - Seafood Markets Near Me - Nantucket, Massachusetts

I usually get Sayle's (so this will be more of a comparison review), but decided on Glidden's this year to pick up the lobsters and other delicious seafood treats. Looks like Sayle's actually lobster dinner has better value as it's cheaper and you get the addition of the chowder, which you do not at Glidden's. But, cue Glidden's. No line, I opted for just the lobster and it was about $17/lb. It didn't come with drawn butter, which would have been niced, but they did crack it for me, so there's that. They have every type of fish you'd want and that you'd get at the other 6 or 7 fish markets on island. It's conveniently located in the shopping center next to the Stop & Shop and liquor store, so all your needs can be met in one trip. The calamari again, more expensive than Sayle's. But I appreciate Glidden's version as it had an extra kick with the addition of banana peppers thrown in there. My hubs when with the fried oyster po'boy and he enjoyed it, with quite a few meaty fried oysters in there with fried pickles on a huge roll with fries. Unlike Sayle's, there is no option to eat in, this is strictly to go only. Overall, I'm a fan. If you don't mind paying an extra few bucks to skip the lines and the crowds at Sayle's, and don't mind the lack of chowder, you'll be just as happy at Glidden's. read more

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Best fish selection and customer service on island. When they have it, the smash burger & fries are the best I've ever had!

Ordered fresh lobster here before but this year seemed a little different and we suspect it was frozen rather than fresh. Had a really mealy texture. read more

Clambake Delivered to Your Door!! I've been coming to Nantucket off and on for nearly 50 years - and Glidden's is my go to seafood market. So far on this trip we've had their smoked bluefish pate (have had to go back twice for more...), fresh shimp, quahog chowder, David's bouillabaisse - and last night we had a full on clambake delivered to the house!! Lobster, steamers, mussels, corn, potatoes, butter.... It was amazing, so much so that we're getting it again tomorrow night! Great staff and great service!! Thanks Very Much! read more

Amazing fish and chips (and they even traveled well as takeout). I wish we had gotten more fish and less chips (it was intimidating how we fries we got) but the price was amazing ($8.50) so I can't really complain. We got the small fish and chips and it came with 2 fish. The large comes with 3 fish but is twice the price; the math doesn't make sense. But I wouldn't hesitate to come back. And their tartar sauce was the best I've ever had. We also got the fish tacos and they were awesome. read more

I make sushi so I'm looking for the best fish available. Last week (mid July) I found some of the best salmon (Wester Ross) and tuna I've ever had. My friends, guests and I enjoyed every bit of what was certainly the best offerings on the island. read more

Glidden's Island Seafood - a variety of sushi - Seafood Markets Near Me - Nantucket, Massachusetts

This continues to be family owned and operated. Seafood is the freshest and their specials on lobster dinners are hard to beat. The steamers were perfectly cooked, the sweetest, and devoid of sand. The twin lobsters were absolutely delicious. read more

About a month ago I stumbled across Glidden's Island Instagram page, every picture looks more scrumptious then the next. Glidden's made it on my vacation list of places I needed to visit. First and only mistake... I wish I went more than once and not just on my last day. Service was friendly and hospitable. The lobster roll was full of plump warm sweet lobster meat, the brioche was fresh and buttery, all topped with a delicious lemony aoli. For $23 dollars not only was it a great value but it was delicious. (Served with fresh, hot French fries.) read more

New owners are doing a wonderful job. Fish is super fresh and friendly service. Swordfish tips areca good value for Nantucket. Highly recommend. read more

Glidden's - We have never been disappointed with the seafood from Glidden's. From the bluefish pate and David's bouillabaisse, to the clambake that can be delivered to your home, everything tastes fresh from the ocean. The staff is wonderful, and quick to help. Thank you for the wonderful meals! read more

Great seafood and prepared foods. If your looking for fresh seafood for your weekend, Glidens knows what you are looking for. Clean and distinct, this little island gem has the freshest of catches! The staff is extremely helpful and the scallop roll has become a staple of my weekly obsession! If you dont know, now you know, yelpers. read more

Gliddens is an institution, but does not rest on its laurels. The fish is utterly fabulous. It is wonderful to see a local fisherman pull up with his pick up, full of today's catch. I asked the guy what has he brought in, he says halibut and I go in and buy the freshest halibut in the world. They also have homemade smoked bluefish pate (a Nantucket treasure), local oysters and mussels, and of course every local fish available. We are very lucky to have good Gliddens on our island. read more

Owner is a classic NE curmudgeon, and the selection is rock solid and super fresh. Authentic vintage Nantucket!

Fresh fish, very friendly, helpful staff. Definitely one of the best seafood stores on Nantucket.