We find the Cape to have pretty mediocre food, and Mahoney's Atlantic is a standout in Orleans in…read moremy opinion. I wouldn't necessarily drive from far away to eat here, but if you're on the outer Cape this is worth a visit. It's a beautifully updated restaurant with outdoor seating (in the parking lot but it looks nice). I had the seared tuna and it was delicious, my husband had the baked cod and he enjoyed it. We also had the lobster bisque which was very good. We are pretty sure they forgot our meals because people seated after us were served before us, but it wasn't a problem at all. The server was kind and overall it was a good experience. We were just happy to have a decent meal. Prices are on the medium high side, but the food is good so we didn't mind.

An institution in Orleans…read more Mahoney's has been at their Nain Street location of a long time. Their recipes are probably that old. The dishes had a traditional New England flavor (that is a good thing). The cocktails were disappointing. That was surprising since they have a large bar. We had a reservation and were seated promptly. The service was attentive.

A 4.5 star review, rounded up because the owner was so kind in helping us find the perfect table…read more We showed up at Caroline's as a referral from Connor at our hotel, the Eagle Wing inn. There are multiple different seating options, everything from an outdoor patio to high top bar seats, tables, and the indoor booth seating which is what we selected. The dining room is comfortable, and with open windows it provided a nice breath of fresh air. We started with the seafood sampler, a wonderful combination of fresh and delicious shellfish (clams, oysters, shrimp and a lobster tail). We then split appetizers instead of entrees, having the tuna tartare and the Chatham mussels, both of which were excellent. There was some minor room for improvement - after we were done with our seafood sampler, we sat for about 10 minutes while our server Danielle seemed to be in an enthusiastic conversation with Caroline out in front of the restaurant. It provided for some interesting dinner theater, but with so many other employees standing around, it probably would have been an ideal opportunity for somebody else to chip in and take over. Also, the mussels came in a wonderful wine / garlic sauce - some bread would have been a thoughtful addition to soak up that wonderful broth. Fortunately the quality of the food and the vibe of the restaurant more than compensated for a couple of service issues - we visited in late May, so hopefully by the time this restaurant hits the busy season, they'll have the issues worked out. Overall, I would certainly not hold back from referring this restaurant.

We had a nice dinner at Caroline's. It's a beautiful restaurant inside and out. The ambiance…read moreoutside is really nice despite being next to rt 6. You pretty much forget that it's there. Service was very friendly. The food came out incredibly quickly. Almost too quickly. I wouldn't have minded waiting a little bit to have more time to enjoy my wine and the ambiance. There was bread service which I enjoyed because a lot of restaurants have stopped offering bread. We had a beet and arugula salad to start which was delicious. For dinner I had the scallop dish with a seafood demi glacé and mushrooms. It was very rich with umami and paired well with the sweetness of the scallops. My husband had the grilled swordfish which was good, but not very special. The piece of fish was a little thin and slightly overcooked. The buttery caper sauce was good . Our lemon meringue tart was tasty, but the tart crust was tough and nearly impossible to cut through. Overall it was good, but not great. It was also very expensive. My dish with 4 scallops was nearly $50. The total with our food and just two glasses of wine plus tip was nearly $200 which is quite steep, even for the Cape. If we were to return next year I think we're more likely to come for a lunch.

We always go to Winslow's Tavern for lunch when we visit Wellfleet. Great service, good food with a…read morewide range of choices for lunch, and heavenly outdoor seating. Even on a hot day, you can find a shaded table and enjoy a lovely breeze.

Enjoyed our dinner and love the ambiance of the upstairs room and bar. Great staff too!read more

Start to finish, one of the best meals I have ever enjoyed. As others have said, you'll want…read morereservations during the summer season. We dined outdoors in the early July evening, and the atmosphere was perfect. Our server struck the perfect balance between friendly/casual and attentive. Spinnaker offers some fun cocktails, and a tight and focused wine list. A Greek salad (different, with a creamy dressing) was a nice, fresh starter. The bolognese was practically life-changing, and also a balm for my pasta soul, coming a few weeks after a very disappointing carbonara. I'd have a hard time ordering anything else on a return visit, though there are so many tempting items on this menu. The short ribs were also a standout here, with a variation from the typical takes. And then there was the bread pudding. Again, practically life-changing. Do not skip this dessert. We do not live anywhere near the Cape, but if we're ever back, I'll certainly make a return visit a priority. Just wow.

What a cute little spot! Despite being around for many years, this was the first time my family and…read moreI visited. The service was warm and welcoming, and we had an overall delicious meal. Standout dishes were the bolognese and the caramel bread pudding. The chickpea fritters were also excellent, and a special shoutout to the fresh complimentary bread served with olive oil; it was a great way to start. The Caesar salad was good, but nothing particularly memorable. We visited to celebrate my mom's birthday. They added a candle to the dessert we ordered, which was a nice touch, but there wasn't much additional acknowledgment of the occasion. If you're looking for a restaurant that goes above and beyond for special celebrations, this may not be the best choice.

Divining it a 4.5. Yelp has as 3.6, way to low. Great atmosphere, live music for the older genre…read morefrom 3-5 daily. They were rocking it today. Food was really fresh, clams, oysters and lobster role. Very Solid flavor with the Clam Chowder!!! Busy place, and if you don't like a crowd not the place for you!!

Again, I seem to hit many of the same spots when on the Cape but I'll never apologize--they are the…read moregood ones! We didn't time it quite right, arrived just as the live music was finishing up unfortunately, but it was still a great visit. Food is always delicious, fun cocktails (a vacation requirement!), and great service even from the newbie we had serving us. We will be back, of course!

Returned end of August with the NJ granddaughters and parents. Lucked into getting the big round…read moretable in the corner. With the best server. Fabulous food, drinks, energy. Two appetizer stars: Korean Chicken Wings and Tomato-Watermelon Salad. Also treated our GF member with great guidance and care. And those spectacular views! AMEN!

DO NOT GO. I went…read morehere tonight for my birthday dinner with my family that I see once a year. Party of 11. It started out great, 4:45 reservation, sat down, ordered, food took a little longer to arrive then expected, but whatever. It's Wednesday. Then it got busy. A large group of people at the front door waiting for a table. Our server wanted to turn our table and wanted us GONE ASAP. She started clearing our plates when we were not even done. Threw away the mussels I set aside for my sister on a side plate because she thought they were just shells. Threw away my son's chicken tenders that I wanted to wrap up for him. $725 tab for an awful, rushed experience. Happy birthday to me! A little kindness goes a long way. I asked if I could get 3 mussels to go for my sister, the mussels that I ordered and paid for that she threw away, and she said no. I would have to order another order and that wasn't possible. I almost did, but judging by how long the food took to come, I just couldn't wait for it. Never again. Also, no soap in the women's bathroom on both sides. A birthday dinner out with family should be special. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else. It certainly won't be special here.

Both the waitress and bartender were unpleasant and off putting. No smiles, no pleasantries and no…read moreengagement. The atmosphere and food were both great.

Dave & I had a wonderful, delicious and unplanned dinner at 400 East early last night. Our server,…read moreRuby, was at the top of her game! She never missed a beat, caring for all her tables without having to think twice about what she was doing. Like she was born to do this! (oh, hell, no...nobody should ever say that. Aim higher! Ruby was a doll, she has a gorgeous smile, big, beautiful eyes and was just so friendly and accommodating to her patrons. I started with a Mango Lemonade Spritzer...so light and refreshing. Dave had a light beer or two. We split a huge Caesar salad, anchovies on the side, please. I ate a few, Dave stuck out his tongue! Our entrees looked amazing! Mine was the bRaised Short Ribs over garlic mashed with fresh green beans (undercooked, but okay by me). Dave had the Scallop & Butternut Squash casserole. He did not like the balsamic glaze on top but ate around it and cleaned the plate. My short ribs were fork tender and the gravy was superb. I took half home and will be my lunch in a few minutes! No desserts as we were like overstuffed sausages when we left. Very nice place for a good meal with great staff, attention to detail and patrons needs. I never had to ask for anything...Ruby knew what was needed and brought it without delay. WE will most definitely be back!

I've passed The Wicked Oyster countless times on my annual trips to the Cape as a lifelong devotee,…read morebut this was my first venture inside and it did not disappoint! Service was excellent - the host accommodated our last-minute request for outdoor seating and our waiter was super friendly and knowledgeable. My fiancé and I ordered the Wellfleet oysters with mignonette and the house focaccia (both a must try!) to start, and the scallops and daily catch (yellowfin tuna) as our mains. Patio was lively, with fun music and cute lighting, without being overcrowded or too loud. Overall we had a perfect night and will definitely be back!

For those considering The Wicked Oyster for dinner, I highly caution you to consider otherwise…read more My husband and I (age 40) visited The Wicked Oyster Provisions shop the day before our dining experience and had a wonderful time. The woman working in the shop was hosting a wine tasting, and we left with some delicious provisions as a result. Because of our great experience, we booked a dinner reservation for the restaurant the next evening. Upon arriving for our reservation, we were promptly seated at a 4-top table in the front room. It was a cloudy day, but even so the room was quite dark. One guest dining was using a phone flashlight in an attempt to read the menu at 6pm. A tea light candle would have done worlds for not only the lighting, but the overall ambiance. While the interior paint color was lovely, the 90's hotel art and Home Depot lighting left a lot to be desired. We ordered the fingerling potatoes, Wellfleet oysters, scallops, and lobster cavatelli. The fingerling potatoes (our snack) came out at the same time as our appetizer (the oysters). We were disappointed that the potatoes were quite dry and overcooked atop what tasted equivalent to a jarred romesco sauce. We quickly ran out of sauce in an attempt to resuscitate the potatoes. The oysters were fine, but not notably different than the Wellfleet oysters we purchase from Whole Foods at home, in Colorado. My husband ordered the scallops, which were served in a seasonal corn sauce with zucchini and peaches. The scallop portion was generous, but the sauce left a lot to be desired. He described it as more of an unseasoned creamed corn than a sauce and there wasn't a pine nut (as advertised) in sight. My pasta was equally disappointing. At this price point, I expected a fresh rolled pasta, which was not the case. The pasta was quite flavorless and the "sauce" was runny and unseasoned. It was also served with a fork, which was quite comical for both my husband and the two tables around us with his watery the sauce was. I might also note that I received a quarter-sized chunk of parm on top, rather than a grated garnish. Thinking it was a chunk of lobster, I bit into it and was quite surprised. The service was attentive, but felt a lot more casual than we expected. We were surprised to see what many of the service staff were dressed in athleisure attire. At this price point, I would expect otherwise. We were glad that our water glasses stayed full, but wish that had been with the sparkling water we ordered, rather than the still water poured. Our sparkling water bottle remained largely full as a result. Overall, we are unable to recommend this restaurant. This is only our third year traveling to the Cape, but would far recommend restaurants like The Pheasant, Baliene, or Chatham Fish Pier over this experience. We left thankful that this wasn't our last night in town and had one more chance to enjoy a nice dinner on the Cape.