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    The Captain Kidd

    3.2 (300 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Seafood
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Dave H.

    We almost didn't eat here because of the three star average rating on Yelp. I gave it 5 Stars to bring up the average. It was probably 4-4.5. Everything was very good and the service was great. The homemade pimento cheese and crackers is a must. The Rueben Eggs rolls were exactly what you'd expect.

    Joyce L.

    First time at this restaurant and it didn't disappoint. Located right near the water, the service was good as well as the food. My husband and I shared a Caesar salad and the fish and chips plate. Parking is hard to get though with so many restaurants and tourists though.

    Warmth on a cold night.
    Sara M.

    What'a trip to Woods Hole without a dinner at the Kidd? Not much, so we did it yet again. Very quiet night, Cool and damp, and midweek done that before. But this year much more quiet, Most of the other restaurants are no longer open full time, fewer than before Covid which was hard on my hometown downtown eateries also. So not a surprise. He had one of our traditional dinners here, the mussels. As good as ever. Most of the rest were fried options and thought I used to love most of them, I really an not supposed to anymore. So the mussels were a nice thing to have. And the tasty garlic toast. My husband had a beer and I had the Fruit Runner Cocktail. We shared a dessert and happy to do so. We will always return to the Kidd, unless they change it dramatically. There was a nice fire in the center and still the gorgeous view of Eel Pond out the window. And always a responsive server.

    Burger and Fries
    Chris B.

    Dinner last night with In-Laws, Wife, and her Cousin, ended up at Captain Kidd in Woods Hole, we all got Clam Chowder and Cheese Burgers with Fries, everything was delicious and what a great View of the Water too

    Dayboat Tacos - Today's Catch
    Holly S.

    We rode our bikes on the shining sea bike path and stopped here for lunch. Great seats right on the water - very relaxing! Fish tacos were amazing as was the calamari! Service was very slow. Our waitress said she got pulled in to bartend and didn't have a chance to check on her tables. We would definitely go again though.

    Empty glasses. Haha. Last film around 1:55
    Fatimah S.

    Beautiful views. Had a wonderful glass of wine. Wanted more but waitress never returned. Maybe they don't check on people who don't order food? I came here with a plan to work and sip wine. At the moment my wine glass is empty and my water is on the way. I've been working at different restaurants the last few weeks. Some places I had food and drinks. Other places just drinks. So far this is the only place where the waitress didn't even check to see if I wanted anything else. It's crazy too because I came here for the final Celtics game a week or so ago and the bar was packed but my glass never went empty. The bartender checked in. I had several drinks and when I was finished but my friends were still drinking he still kept my glasses filled with water. Amazing experience. Today. Meh! So because of that waiter I'll give two stars. 5 star service on my last visit. 0 stars today.

    View from the porch

    Fabulous views. Fabulous food. Fabulous service. Everything about the Captain Kidd is utterly delightful. The views are breathtaking and eating on the water on the dock is so much fun! The food was absolutely scrumptious! I loved the pan seared scallops and risotto! I also got a delicious cup of Chef Franks homemade chowder! It was to DIE for! I enjoyed sharing my oyster crackers with the many ducklings off eel pond! Highly recommend! I will definitely be back!

    Fish Dayboat Tacos - Today's Catch
    Catherine M.

    A really nice place right on the water. We were able to sit on the patio for lunch and we had a big group (9 people). Our server was really great and attentive. I had the fish tacos which were delicious. The chipotle aioli really made the tacos. You were also about to get them broiled instead of fried. It was a really good experience.

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    Great location- right on the water. Great fish sandwiches. My go to lunch place in Woods Hole.

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    terrible service. reported me to manager for my REAL id and then didn't apologize. service was slow and sloppy.

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    Enjoyed the food very much. The prices were a tad too expensive but it's still The Cap'n Kidd

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