We used to love this place and came for years, but the past year or two it has gone incredibly downhill. They took away the delicious complementary bread and the food was bland and not well seasoned. They are extremely understaffed and it shows. Our waitress Didn't come up to us when we first sat down for 25 minutes to bring us water. Just very very disappointed because this used to be our favorite spot. read more

We had an Awesome time. "GG" Waited on us. I wanted to try something different & I did. The Sassy Shrimp, Oysters & Quahog were unbelievable. Thank you for your advise GG. I was told the chicken salad was fantastic. Everything was made to perfection. Service was #1. "Like all the servers there." We can't always get in because this place is so loved. But when we do - we feel like King & Queen for the day. Thank you. read more

My fish entree was good but the fingerling potatoes and roasted veg were either way over cooked (potatoes) or under done and hard (veg). We have liked this restaurant for a long time for its consistency and good service. Last night was a big disappointment except for our server who was pleasant and efficient. read more

We have eaten here many times and enjoyed our experience, but today our experience was less than stellar. My husband and I arrived around 2pm so it wasn't busy in the dining room. Our waiter, young, dark hair with a beard, was not very attentive at all. After he took our drink order and delivered our drinks he disappeared for about 15 minutes. I saw him sitting with other staff and he was on his phone the whole time. I was looking at him and another staff member got his attention so he finally came to take our order. Definitely not the treatment we're used to at this restaurant. Barbara M. read more

It was okay. We dined at the bar. We started with lettuce cups and shrimp cocktail. The lettuce cups, of which there were two small lettuce pieces, had good flavor. The shrimp cocktail, of which there 5 small shrimp, was fine, but so little for $10.95. We ordered fish tacos and chicken francaise. They were both fine, not bad and not great. For dessert we ordered a brownie sundae and hot chocolate pudding. The pudding was my favorite part of the meal. We each had two cocktails. The total was $121.66 before tip. The bartender was friendly and, at first very attentive, but then he forgot about us. The view from the bar seats is pretty. read more

A really nice space - some of the tables have a pretty great view overlooking the marsh right outside. The food here - solid but not spectacular- better options for the price in Dennis. The service here is good - and it is a fun atmosphere - we do eat here every summer read more

Okay, yet another Cape Cod Eatery. Another if not right on 6A, just off of Ye Old King's Hwy. Boringly the same as most of the others. Same stupid menu - they must all get to together and agree on what junk they will serve. Known for their onion rings, thin, less breading but plenty of grease with little onion flavor. At least the oil did not taste old. If you go, you can pick through the menu and good luck to you. Service is fine, friendly. "Is everything excellent?" I was asked. Yikes, excellent? hardly. Wine pours are skimpy. View is nice if you are seated such that you have a view of something besides a wall. Meh... read more

I have been going to the Marshside since I was a child. The food was always more or less comfort food but the people were always nice. The new building is excellent but if they don't give a crap about the service or the food then sell it to someone who can do the job. The area needs a real restaurant. read more

Really nice views. Good food. A fun to have dinner. Prices are really reasonable compared to similar restaurants in the area.

The view was the best part of the experience. Had a Ruben Sandwich and could barely finish half. Dry, stale, no flavor whatsoever. Clam chowder was bland. Ordered a Martini and they couldn't even get that right read more

This is the definition of a restaurant with a view. If you want to dine and enjoy some of Cape Cod's more picturesque marsh views it is worth giving this place a try. We recently came here for a late fall lunch. The restaurant in and of itself is gorgeous both inside and out and very clean. Our server was very kind and attentive without being overbearing. One of our lunch guests is a local who frequents often and one of the waitresses (who was not waiting on us) went out of her way to say hello to our friend and to ask how her meal and experience was in addition to giving her a huge hug. Everyone was incredibly nice here! The lunch menu is pretty expansive, affordable, and is competitively priced with nearby seafood restaurants. I had the Cape Cod Reuben. The fish was lightly fried, fresh, and very flavorful. The coleslaw was well seasoned with pepper and celery salt without being overly slathered in mayo. The other guests in our party had a roast beef special and were also very happy with the seasoning and quality of their sandwiches. It's been awhile since I returned to the Marshside (probably a decade from when it was a little breakfast shanty), but I am certainly intrigued about what this breathtaking establishment has to offer. I will be back! read more

Couple of missteps on my Saturday visit, and I think a case of being understaffed, because attention to detail was clearly lacking... I ordered Scallops Nantucket, and my companion got the salmon. After awhile, a waitress (not ours) came over with two plates and said "Scallops?" I said "Here", she put that dish in front of me, the other in front of my companion, and she was off in a flash. I look down and see scallops (but not the Nantucket preparation) with rice and squash sides, while I had ordered green beans and mashed. Looked over at my companion's dish, and it was certainly not salmon but chicken. So we've got someone else's dishes, and hopefully they hadn't been waiting too long for them, because a waitress didn't come in sight for another couple of minutes, and when I flagged one down, instead of removing the dishes, she said, "I'll tell your waitress", and it was another couple of minutes before they were taken away. Then, the food. I question myself in retrospect, what was I doing ordering a fish dish with melted cheese on it? Well, I love all the ingredients - scallops, tomato, bacon, cheese. And maybe I was influenced by the cool name, and I thought casserole in the description meant some kind of breading on it? It was not good. Left in the oven too long, the scallops were overdone and the cheese not just melted, it hardened. No seasoning that I could taste. No breading. Just a watery "broth", but little to no wine or butter to distinguish it. It just tasted like warm water, and the bacon soaked in it became mushy. Mentioned it to the waitress, who said something about the tomatoes making it watery, and that she would "let the kitchen know". I ended up splitting a dessert just so I could walk out with some kind of taste on my palette! Should have asked for a manager, but they were so busy and we were going to a show at the Cape Playhouse and couldn't afford to wait. read more

Couple of missteps on my Saturday visit, and I think a case of being understaffed, because attention to detail was clearly lacking... I ordered Scallops Nantucket, and my companion got the salmon. After awhile, a waitress (not ours) came over with two plates and said "Scallops?" I said "Here", she put that dish in front of me, the other in front of my companion, and she was off in a flash. I look down and see scallops (but not the Nantucket preparation) with rice and squash sides, while I had ordered green beans and mashed. Looked over at my companion's dish, and it was certainly not salmon but chicken. So we've got someone else's dishes, and hopefully they hadn't been waiting too long for them, because a waitress didn't come in sight for another couple of minutes, and when I flagged one down, instead of removing the dishes, she said, "I'll tell your waitress", and it was another couple of minutes before they were taken away. Then, the food. I question myself in retrospect, what was I doing ordering a fish dish with melted cheese on it? Well, I love all the ingredients - scallops, tomato, bacon, cheese. And maybe I was influenced by the cool name, and I thought casserole in the description meant some kind of breading on it? It was not good. Left in the oven too long, the scallops were overdone and the cheese not just melted, it hardened. No seasoning that I could taste. No breading. Just a watery "broth", but little to no wine or butter to distinguish it. It just tasted like warm water, and the bacon soaked in it became mushy. Mentioned it to the waitress, who said something about the tomatoes making it watery, and that she would "let the kitchen know". I ended up splitting a dessert just so I could walk out with some kind of taste on my palette! Should have asked for a manager, but they were so busy and we were going to a show at the Cape Playhouse and couldn't afford to wait. read more

My family has visited the Marshside every year since it opened, and we have yet to be disappointed. We had the Baked Haddock, Lobster Roll, Fish & Chips, and Marshside Burger (plus drinks). The food was terrific and the service was, as always, hospitable and attentive. We know it's not easy staffing any restaurant these days, particularly when some guests behave more entitled than ever. But you'd never know it from our visit this weekend. Great vibe all around. We'll be back again this fall and winter and then next summer. There are very few restaurants on Cape COD, read more

Had lunch at Marshside today. Really disappointing. I ordered the curried chicken salad which had bone and gristle throughout. I took three bites and each contained one or the other. My husband had the turkey club which did not contain real turkey but shaved, water added turkey. I sent the chicken salad back and was not charged, but will not be eating here again. Used to be a great place with great food. I live on Cape Cod year round and it was always a go to restaurant. Such a shame. read more

Disappointed in our dinner here. My husband had the Wagu burger which was good. I had the lobster roll which had a bun that was hard and not edible. Then I got the bill and was very unhappy being charged $48 for it. I can't recommend this restaurant after have lobster rolls at several other places nearby for all less than $35. read more

Food- I ordered the corn chowder and the lobster mac and cheese. Corn chowder was flavorful, but a few too many croutons. The lobster mac and cheese was delightful! Huge portion, piping hot, covered in breadcrumbs. There were 3 huge chunks of claw meat buried inside the pot, which was a nice surprise since lobster mac and cheese often seems to be made with just the water the lobster was boiled in. My dining companions had the stuffed haddock special- unimpressed. The seafood sauce made the dish too runny, and the haddock was under seasoned. Overall, way too overpriced for the quality of food. Drink- not applicable Service- decent. Ambiance- beautiful views, quiet read more

Had great lunch to today. Dennis oysters, lobster roll and great fried clams. New Chief with good ideas was added to a very good staff. Ideal for summer people as well as us old timers. read more

What a pleasure! My wife & I met another couple here for dinner (at their recommendation) last week, & I can't say enough about this gorgeous atmospheric restaurant. Delicious clam chowder appetizers, Magic Hat #9 on tap (one of my all-time favorite beers), superbly created seafood casserole entree, and a professional, personable and courteous waitress all combined to make this a thorough enjoyable and entirely memorable evening for us all. We made a note to come back sometime when the weather is a bit warmer to take advantage of the serene view of the marshlands that surround the building. This is now on my must-do list every time we are in the Dennis area. Can't wait to go back! read more

Terrible service, bread was old, mussels smelt terrible and were not good. Came with a party of 6 as we planned to have dinner and left after one drink and appetizer because it was such a bad experience. Waitress was extremely rude and so were all other staff members we interacted with. Will not be returning. read more

Lovely dinner at Marshside. Have been coming here for years and it is sometimes hit or miss. Tonight was a hit - waitress Jade was SO kind and helpful, bread basket had great variety, and dinner was delicious! I just got the house salad with a side of fries and someone else got the kale salad with salmon. Worth a visit for the view and team! read more

We have been getting take out from the Marshside during the Covid 19 out break and could not be more pleased. They have a great contactless system that makes me feel safe. Ordering and paying online is a breeze. The website is super easy to navigate and they even tell you what time your order will be ready once you check out. This is also one of our favorite dine in restaurants. Love sitting at the bar! Good food, good service, good conversation. Support this restaurant during Covid 19 shut down to ensure it survives till better times. read more

4.5 stars, really. It was a busy summer night and by 6 PM the wait was already an hour long which is the norm for Cape Cod. We sat on the beautiful porch, looked out over the marsh, and had a few cocktails. It was one of the most pleasant hour long waits I can recall. Their seafood stew is totally wicked amazing and a meal in itself. The cocktails are very (very) generous. The service was outstanding. We were shocked at the reasonable cost. The interior is light and airy and done in earth tones that suit the marsh view nicely. We lucked out with roomy booth seating at one of the large windows overlooking the marsh and I think that really added to our night. I'd call much of the menu "upscale clam shack" with lots of high quality fried seafood and delicious french fries but there are also plenty of broiled and grilled choices. It's a seafood restaurant first, so the beef and chicken selections are sparse but that's a good thing in my book. We'll definitely be back. read more

Went here on Memorial Day weekend. They were out of many items including lobster, scallops, and regular burgers. Settled for our second choices and the medium rare steak came out well done. To make up for it, service was simply abysmal. Won't be going back. read more

I remember Marshside when it was (literally) half - or less - the restaurant is is today. I even brought a group of friends here after a sunset cruise on Sesuit Harbor. ..but that was "before". Well, the benchmark has been raised. Same great food, but the new space is gorgeous, spacious, and has a beautiful view! It was dusk in the winter, so I didn't take any photos, but it was still lovely. The view of the marshes is best enjoyed during the summer months, but the menu at Marshside can be savored all year-round. The dual-sided fireplace provides a warm ambiance - and can also give off some serious heat - which was welcomed on this blustery December day. As I only stopped in for a casual meal, I did not choose any of their excellent seafood offerings (although, I've had them before), but instead, went for a satisfying cheeseburger, which came with fries. The menu states that the meat is ground daily, and it was, in fact, a very tasty burger; one of the best I've had in recent memory, to be sure. Since it was a day with a bit of a chill in the air, I also opted to sample one of the wine selections, which also enhanced the glow of the fire. If you're in the mid-cape area and want a nice dinner, enjoyable view and elegant ambiance, I would not hesitate to suggest the Marshside. I would also say that if you're seeking a family restaurant for a night out with the loud, rowdy kids - while Marshside can surely accommodate your needs - I would expect that the other diners (myself included) would appreciate it if you left them at home and brought them takeout. read more

Wow - I can't believe the negativity toward Marshside. I can believe a bit of it as to the service - especially the hostess station which is under-supervised and poorly managed. But the servers (ours was great), food and BRAND-NEW (3 seasons only) decor (The restaurant was completely re-done in 2008.) are terrific. Our party of 5 was not seated right away (due to the crappy hostess station procedures - or lack thereof) but once seated - at a spacious wood table in comfy chairs - overlooking the marsh we were waited on promptly. After a round of soft drinks (even an Arnold Palmer), and a plate or crispy-thin fried onions, we got our meals. My 5 year old & I split the lobster mac 'n cheese which was a creamy-rich-artery-clogging, diet-busting crockery of delight. Brimming with "Shahp Cheddah" and chunks of lobster meat (2-3 big claws and other chunks) this would make for a perfect side for the table. I can not fathom how a single person could eat this alone. I could feel my gall bladder go into overdrive upon consumption. To guild the lily, the crock arrived with 2 buttery-garlicky toast slices. (As if we needed more carbs and butter!) Meanwhile - my MIL ordered a tender-crisp fried fish rueben that burst with flavor and was so delicious. "Nice buns!" is what I thought upon seeing the guys burgers - perfectly juicey and cooked as each guy had ordered. American Girl dolls are give to little gals to sit with them at the table - plus crayons. A nice, nice place - and it may now out-rank Chapin's which we also frequent each season. (I love Chapin's, but I am now really lovin' the Marshside.) I am sorry to hear the negative reviews, as we actually had a great, great late lunch here. (I can imagine during peak season and peak dinner hours that the place is poorly run, though). Marshside - please improve your hostess and seating procedures to ensure that guests are promptly greeted and seated (or told where to wait and for how long they think the wait will be.). Keep a crock of lobster mac warm for me, though! read more

I remember when this place was just a tiny shack on the marsh and we would come to breakfast here every Saturday/Sunday morning in the summer time. It was good then but since the remodeling of the building it's been nothing less then amazing. Atmosphere outside and even inside is beautiful, (it's worth the hour wait on the weekends). The lobster mac and cheese is the best I've ever had, nothing compares! It's creamy and huge chunks of lobster! My dad gets the turkey here and he loves it as well! I look forward to coming here every time we are down in the cape! read more

Marshside Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - East Dennis, Massachusetts

We live north of Boston and were directed to the Marshside by the innkeeper at the B &B we were staying at. The rather large place was packed at 7pm on a Saturday night with families and folks eating at the bar, but there were still a couple of tables for two available, so we were seated without a wait. I don't believe they take reservations. The view out of the very large windows overlooking the salt marsh was terrific. The waitress who served us was terrific, and my wife and I found the food to be excellent. She had a house salad and a baked seafood platter that was huge. Everything on it, salmon, shrimp, scallops, cod was fresh and tasty. I had the stuffed haddock, a pretty traditional choice, but the haddock couldn't have been any fresher. It had just the right amount of stuffing and topped with a really good lobster cream sauce. Even the green beans and mashed potatoes that came with the entre were above par. Marshside was middling pricey, but for the quality of the food and quantity, well worth the expense. If we visit the Brewster area again, I would definitely return to the Marshside. read more

Even though it's a little expensive, the food is delicious. My family and I have never been disappointed with a meal here. This time We started off with a cup of the clam chowder and the butternut squash and apple soup, perfect way to start the meal. For our main meals, I had the lobster Mac and cheese, my dad had the haddock, mom had baked stuffed shrimp and my sister had a veggie burger. We all left stuffed and completely satisfied. I would recommend the lobster Mac and cheese to anyone!!!!! read more

I went back for my second time this past Saturday night. We arrived early at 5:45pm and there was already a 45 minute wait. We were happy to wait though as the food is amazing and the outside deck and garden are beautiful. There is a bar waitress that comes outside to take orders which is great! We started off with the bread basket which is the best bread basket that you will ever find! It included these brioche rolls, blueberry bread and cheesy flat bread slices. The blueberry bread was unexpected and absolutely amazing. For appetizers, my family split the calamari, mussels, clam chowder and lobster stew. The calamari and mussels were good but nothing special. The clam chowder was good but the lobster stew was delicious! There were so many chunks of lobster! For my entree, I had been dreaming about the seafood fettuccine and it was just as good as I remembered! It had scallops, shrimp and lobster in it. It is very rich and amazing! I was not able to finish it so I doggy bagged it and it was still as delicious reheated! Also, my father got the fried oysters which were very good as well. So good that we got two orders of it to bring to the beach the next day for lunch! The portions were a good size and we all went home completely stuffed and with doggy bags! Unfortunately, the service was kind of spotty but the food absolutely made up for it! I can't wait to go back! read more

We have been here at least a dozen times and this was the first time we were here early enough to see the marsh... what a great view! The staff is courteous and attentive, the food is top notch, especially the scallops. I don't prefer a Dark and Stormy anywhere else in the world. Complimentary valet parking is a nice touch. They do get busy so a call ahead is recommended but they are worth the wait. read more

The wait staff is nice and the food is okay. Not the best and not the worst but if you're looking for a restaurant that has friendly and kind customers don't go here.. and especially don't leave your dogs unattended on a beautiful day in your car or people will call animal control on you.. my dogs were in my car and it was nice and warm inside. Not cold at all, I sat in my car by myself and was warm without a jacket to the point where I started to get a little sweaty and had to roll up my sleeves. It was 37° outside but was sunny and felt like 50° . How embarrassing it was to be removed from a nice restaurant during my grandmothers birthday lunch with all of my family there.. not only do my dogs have food and water in my car but if I thought for even a moment that it was too hot or too cold in my car you bet I'd be leaving my car running with either the heat or air conditioner going. I take very good care of my dogs and I am very displeased that anyone had the audacity to call animal control while I sat down for 45 mins to eat lunch with my grandmother. To top it all off someone else had their dog in their car while I was here that wouldn't stop barking, I don't see them getting called on.. I will never come here again. read more

UPDATE 2: The new Marshside has proven to be a much more upscale place than its predecessor; rumpled shorts and flip-flops now seem out of place. Business is booming: the wait for a table on Friday and Saturday nights in season is usually 1-2 *hours,* if not more. I'm glad for the owners, but the food has become utterly mediocre over the last couple of years, a standard Cape Cod menu, very middle of the road in concept and execution. They even removed my son's favorite, PB&J, from the kid's menu. Also, they no longer serve breakfast. We still go once or twice a year but it's for the view, not the food. I've dropped my rating from four stars to two. UPDATE: A completely rebuilt Marshside is now open. Here's a story about the project: http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080224/BIZ/802240301 I'm ambivalent about the new place. The new building is much larger, and based around a large, high-ceilinged dining area, broken into smaller areas by booths, low walls, and a raised area in the middle. It feels more like an official restaurant, whereas the old place was like tables crowded into someone's living room and porch. (The cups of trivia cards that used to be on every table? Gone.) The new restaurant takes much better advantage of the marsh views, which I really like. I visited a week after it reopened, and the crew was still getting used to the new system. The has been updated and has more light options, I think. Here's what I wrote about the Marshside before the rebuild: A low-key local hangout with pretty good food, where regulars are happily greeted by name. The breakfast menu is diverse, with large portions of waffles, omelettes, corned beef hash, etc. At lunchtime, choose from burgers, chicken sandwiches, and several seafood dishes like baked scrod, crab cakes, or fried clams (lightly battered, with bellies, quite tasty!) The lunch menu for kids includes pasta, grilled cheese, fish and chips, and a DIY sundae. Decor and dress are highly casual, with shorts and Docksiders aplenty. The interior is hard to classify, a little country, a little seaside, with Trivial Pursuit cards on the tables to pass the (occasionally long) wait for food. There is often a 15-20 minute wait on weekends in season. read more

Marshside Restaurant is a big family-style restaurant located in a town with nothing else to do. Many of the business in this area are open seasonally (summer) and closed for the rest of the year, so where else will the locals go? Of course, they go to Marshside because there is nowhere else to go! The restaurant is very nice and has plenty of space. The service was excellent and the food was just OK. The food here is nothing special, but it sure is priced like something special. For example, my wife had a "bowl" of the Marshside seafood stew which costs $11.50. In reality, this "bowl" is really a cup. If the bowl is this small, I imagine the cup is actually just a thimble. The soup was delicious and the seafood was really fresh, but this appetizer is not worth $11.50 I had the fish & chips, which really should be called "chips and fish" because it only came with 2 average sized pieces of fish and lots of fries. The fish was fresh and not greasy or over-fried, and the fries were also good and not greasy. The homemade coleslaw was actually really good. The downside is that this dish costs $16.50 and I was still hungry after I finished it. Marshside is an average family restaurant with great service and fresh food, but it seems to be over-priced. I recommend sticking with the non-seafood items and keeping it simple (chicken sandwich or a burger) at this place, which is priced a little cheaper than the seafood. read more

Came here on a snowy Cape Cod winter night. Had a delicious baby arugula salad as an app and the Chicken Frances for dinner. The friend I was with had the Corn Chowder and the Lobster Mac. Everything was brought out quickly and correctly. The complimentary blueberry bread was unique and tasty! The ambiance and atmosphere is spot on. Classic cape cod exterior and inside, a rustic meets modern vibe. Really enjoyed our meal. Would definitely recommend! read more

Food is good. Workers are all 16 years old. The AC is controlled from Boston so be prepared to ROAST in there. It was like 85 degrees and they "couldn't do anything about it". read more

Marshside Restaurant - Me after eating here... - Seafood Near Me - East Dennis, Massachusetts

Food good, service could improve Waited 30 min for a table, as the place slowly cleared out, only 9:45 we were brought our keys from valet parking so they could go home, our car was parked at the end of the lot, and a group of 4-5 waitresses sat near bar and kept looking until we were done. As we walked out, 5-6 staff workers including ? Manager stood near exit and chatted as they talked about leaving and no one made effort to say good night or thank you. read more

Great food. They really had great service. I had party of 9 with some hangry kids and they were able to get us seated quickly. That was awesome work by the manager - Sarah. Enjoyed the swordfish tips and kids liked the pasta. Also had some great drinks. Gigi the waitress was terrific. read more

Oh, the Marshside restaurant is a great looking eatery with good enough food but when the weatger turns warm the service goes south. I eat here year round and it's good foood that is convent and typically the service is great, but this year things have been falling apart. Just today I take the family for dinner, party of 6 and are informed it's a 45 minute wait, ok it's the busy season. After 65 minutes I inquire about when we woild be seated, 10 minutes I am told. Ten minutes later I am told ten minutes again! So I speak with manager who states, "we seat the regulars first." After a few secinds she realizes that I am in fact a regular who eats in her establishment about twice a month and low and behold a table opens right up. She then avoids us for the entire meal and has the waitress apologize. So, if you go be ready to wait, watch your place on the seating form, and remember that the regulars willl be taken care of first until winter rolls around. read more

We arrived after dark so we couldn't take full advantage of the amazing view of the marsh provided by the huge windows. However, we were treated to a "light" show over the marsh caused by a thunder and lightening storm. In sum: the restaurant is perfectly situated for beautiful viewing of some of the Cape's best sights. The food is the perfect complement to the view and atmosphere. The bread provided before dinner is varied, fresh and delicious. I ordered the scrod, a flaky, mild white fish that I had never heard of. It was absolutely delicious. No doubt flavored by lots of butter, but I didn't mind. Accompanied by butternut squash (delicious) and a huge baked potato. Everything was out of this world. For dessert, we went with the blueberry shortcake because they were sold out of the strawberry. After biting into the blueberry "cake" (almost had the consistency of a scone), I was glad that the strawberry was sold out. It was incredible and unique. The blueberries were plump and sweet and the whipped cream was the perfect "icing on the cake." A great stop for locals and tourists alike. But be prepared for a wait and to leave your car with the valet - this place gets busy!! read more