Wonderful seating service, great ladies with a great sense of humor…read more Seated easily on a Wednesday with no wait; there were about three other sets of patrons, two younger collegiate types, and an older jet-set like ourselves. This being 1:00 pm too. Or, The Whale boasts a great wait staff who are accommodating and professional, as well as being just plain nice. A very clean establishment. We started with the crudités as an appetizer, and we both had the asparagus salad as our lunch - to die for! Very, very good! Priced nicely, and no negatives whatsoever. This place is always packed for dinner, so we were glad that on a Wednesday we were able to waltz in for luncheon. A must do when on island.

We came here twice with a large group and young kids…read more Very kid friendly. The outdoor seating in the back is perfect for groups with young kids. They took us as walk ins both times during off-peak season for lunch. The food and service is great. The cocktails are also very good. The menu is American with some noticeable Asian fusion influence. Would definitely come back here again.

Amazing food, perfect experience, perfect place. Everyone there is amazing and knows how to take…read morecare of a guest.

Everything was delicious. Service is quick and friendly! We…read moresat at the bar and chatted with other patrons and the bartender. Great vibe. Recommend

Got a great high top in the bar for an indoor/outdoor feel. I won't say the staff is the…read morefriendliest I encountered on Nantucket.... Got the lobster roll, chowder and a local brew. Beer 10/10 Lobster Roll 7/10... the bread was sub par to the others I tried. Clam Chowder 10/10... even though they forgot to bring it until the very end of the meal.

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.

Great food and service. Fish was fresh and perfectly prepared…read more The desserts looked so good we ordered one of each to share for the table- will go back soon!

We were able to get a reservation last minute on a Saturday night. The food was first rate. The…read moredining room was small but comfortable and cozy. Our server was delightful. I had two appetizers which was plenty of food and delicious, foie gras, and scallops. Our table shared a sticky toffee pudding, the perfect end to a relaxing and delicious meal.

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!

Proprietors has quickly become one of my favorite spots on Nantucket. The steak tartare was…read moreinsanely good--super fresh, perfectly seasoned, and plated beautifully. The fried mushrooms were crispy, addictive, and full of flavor, and the chicken was cooked perfectly tender and juicy. On top of the great food, the service was warm, attentive, and on point the whole night. Definitely a must-visit if you're looking for a delicious, well-executed meal on island.

Great place, food, service and ambience. Dont miss out on good times. Lobser roll is the best.read more

The location of the restaurant is great, sitting near the water, but the menu is a bit incongruous…read moreand I think the restaurant could do better by focusing on a theme or their strong suits. Dishes were very expensive and not well prepared in basic ways. We ordered several dishes: * steak frites - steak was overcooked. *linguine with clams - clams were great. The noodles were extremely overcooked and stuck together in a sheet *cavatelli - noodles were gummy and dish was over salted. I understand the restaurant is only a few months old. Hopefully they can improve as they gain more experience.

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.

If you are looking for a nice dinner with vegetarian and vegan options this is your go to. The…read morehouse made pasta dishes are also creative and delicious. I had the black truffle bucatini, my husband had the fennel orecchiette, and my son had pasta with cheese and everything was top notch. My son's pasta might have been one of the most delicious things I have ever tasted. Service was fantastic and the restaurant itself is full of Nantucket's classic charm and laid back vibes. We had a couple mocktails and those were great too. Highly recommend!

It is located bar the center of town on the second floor. The signage is limited. If you did not…read moreknow it was there you would walk right by. Upstairs there a barroom and a couple of dining rooms. I would not imagine they could have so much seating. I had the octopus and pot belly. The octopus was tender. Given how hard it is to cook octopuses this was an accomplishment. Then I had the venison, cooked rare. It was delicious. I would return anytime I was on the island.

All very good! If you like lobster - this is your place…read more Incredible lobster appetizers and fantastic lobster rolls. That's all I can say! Lobster!! Great service staff, great prices, and delicious lobster! Right on the harbor, great view of the boats. No negatives whatsoever!

Salmon crudo was quite good, 4/5, starting to impress and bring hope. Halibut on a bed of white…read morebeans arrived with a tasty, promising first bite that faded from memory as the delicate lemony finish faded into the dominant beans, becoming bland at best. Chewing through fibrous asparagus in the dish added little benefit; their bitterness mangled my palate. Other than that, it was pretty good, but at this price point only mediocre.

Run don't walk to this place if you're on the first morning ferry. Had a passenger who was a part…read moretime resident refer this to us on our visit to the island! What an amazing, charming, down home cozy joint this is. It's perfect! Everybody know every body type place! The French toast and omlet was amazing!!!! Great folks working the busy place with friendly service and smiles all day long! Do it!

Great little spot for breakfast in town. They also serve dinner as well although it can't comment…read moreon that. I had the avocado toast, my son had a pancake, and my husband had the French Toast and hash browns. Everything was delicious. I even purchased a super cute mug to go. Service was efficient and we only had to wait about 5 minutes to be seated although we came around 10 am on a Monday. Definitely expensive, but the prices almost everywhere on this island seem to be inflated a bit.