I was fortunate to dine at The Pheasant during our most recent trip to Cape Cod, and it was truly a standout experience. From the moment we arrived, the hostess was warm, friendly, and welcoming. Our server, Jessica, was exceptional--she described the menu with such knowledge and enthusiasm that every entrée sounded irresistible. We were a party of four, and everyone absolutely loved the dinner they chose. The food was outstanding--thoughtfully prepared, beautifully elevated, and memorable in every way. My wife and I have had the privilege of dining at many Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, and The Pheasant easily ranks among those exceptional experiences. During our two-week stay, we enjoyed meals at many restaurants across the Cape, but none compared to The Pheasant. The menu is inspired, the dishes are refined, and the entire experience was exceptional. It has unquestionably earned a place on our "must return to" list whenever we are back on Cape Cod. read more

I had a reservation for 7/18 for a party of 6. We were celebrating a milestone birthday. I received a confirmation the day before and replied with an acknowledgement, also 30 minutes before the time of dinner. When we got there they said they couldn't accommodate us because there was rain on the patio. I believe they should have text me with this update. What a terrible disappointment for our planned celebration! All they should have done is give me a text with update. Terrible way of doing business! read more

Terrific service and food. We loved everything we had. Pictures say a thousand words... read more

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Amazing food! One of the best spots I've visited on the cape. The halibut was perfectly cooked.

This is a very mixed review. First, the food is outstanding! Creative, tasty, served at the right temperature. Among the best on the Cape, or anywhere. The service is good, certainly good enough. Wine selection also good if high priced. On the negative side, noise was intolerably high...couldn't communicate across the table. But our main concern was dishonesty in pricing. Specifically, several of our party ordered straight whiskeys...price was high (i.e,. $26/drink) but we knew that when we ordered. But when we looked at the bill, they added $4 per drink--one for ice, the other for neat! When we confronted the manager, he said this was industry practice as if any of us (all over 70) had never ordered a drink before. He eventually and grudgingly refunded the extra charges, but failed to acknowledge the dishonesty in pricing or apologize. So, they have lost this group of customers. read more

Walked in on a Sunday evening so understandably had to wait for a seat to dine at the bar. They were hoppin'!. Service was slow at first as it seemed that all of the tables drink orders came at once. But then service was attentive. We cared less as the Mezcal-margarita kicked in. We split Dennis oysters then I did the Lamb Rotolini and wifey did squash blossoms. Overall delish, portions appropriate. Great drinks. Pleasant bartender/server. Nice ambiance. Would defo return. read more

New menu, new season, all on point. What a great envirorment, backed up by great food, great service and a wonderful feel.

Went for my daughter's birthday dinner and couldn't have been more pleased with the entire experience! Food, service and atmosphere were exceptional! Highly recommend! read more

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We've now had several meals here - most recently our rehearsal dinner for our wedding. As someone who dines out in Manhattan and can be a harsh critic, this place has continuously blown us away - the menu is spectacular at any point in the year, plates are creative but always hit. Wine list and curation is second to none on cape cod. But more importantly, this is one of those rare places that serves upscale food without too much pomp to make it stuffy, primarily due to how incredibly good the staff and management are. Bonus points for the vibe - it's a gorgeous place that makes you feel like you stepped backward in time. This is the #1 spot we recommend to anyone on cape cod. If you're in welfleet or Hyannis, it's worth the drive (or take an uber and get a bottle of wine!) read more

This is a PAINFUL review, because on so many levels, the restaurant should be a 5 star. The service was IMPECCABLE, stellar, personable, professional and simply memorable - Jackson was adorable, and with Derek, one of the wine whizzes in the house, the beverage selection is magic (drumroll for the wine comment). The wine list (and overpriced) is absolutely stellar. The food was almost flawless - we ordered the Scallop crudo in a sinfully delicate aguachile was perfect. And the sourdough bread (which you pay $8 for half a loaf) was magnificent. The fettuccini was al dente, bathed in a delicate and flavorful brodo with perfect local little neck. The ambiance is soooo old Cape, a lovely and charming vibe. The food is local and creative. The problem I'm having with The Pheasant, is that I have many "farm to table" restaurants to compare it to with equal levels of wine extraordinaire, amazing bar concoctions, exquisite food and they deliver something that this restaurant can't - value. The food is overly priced. Now, lets understand that this is not a place for everyone - it will cost you. The food is WONDERFUL, no doubt about it. A small and tight menu is manageable and easy to navigate. But the price/portion is difficult to understand, even for Cape Cod. NYC/Boston prices on the Cape? The place has a cult following, so reservations are encouraged! Don't let my review turn you away. The food is delicious. The staff is dreamy. The restaurant inviting. I just can't wrap my head around the price to portion when I have others to compare it to. And if you visit, make sure you are ready to pay the mark up for wines - but you will have a unique experience. And if you want the FULL monty, make sure you take time to hop over to Yarmouth to Dunn and Sons - their wine and spirits shop - the "FAO Shwartz" for winos! read more

Visited The Pheasant on Fourth of July week. There was a very big heat wave this week so we were happy to find a pleasant temperature inside as soon as we walked in. We had a reservation for 2 and were quickly escorted to a comfortable table. Lucas was our server and he got us situated with some beverages first, we had the bad bunny, which we had tried before and was excellent and a new raspberry gin martini on the cocktail list which was so tasty the second round we got two of those. For appetizers we had the oysters which were shucked beautifully and were served with a wonderful mignonette, and beef chicharrones which were light and delicious. We had another slightly heartier round of appetizers, the lamb rotolini and stuffed squash blossoms, both of which were also scrumptious. For entrees we had the local striped bass and jerk pork shank. The bass was cooked perfectly and the caponata served with it complemented the fish very well. Lucas also recommended a Chardonnay that paired with the bass wonderfully. The pork shank really stole the show though first of all it was huge, and it was also so tender. The curry mayo served with it I want to use as a condiment for everything for the rest of my life. For dessert we had the blueberry vacherine. The lemon and blueberry in it had a wonderful blend of tart and sweet, and was very light and easy to eat after our large meals. Everything also arrived in a very reasonable amount of time even though the restaurant was completely full. We had a lovely time and are so happy they are open again after their kitchen remodel. Would highly recommend the pheasant to anyone visiting the area and locals alike! read more

The Pheasant is an all star experience in Cape Cod. You do not want to miss this place the next time you're in the Cape. The service was impeccable, our waiter knew the menu and made excellent recommendations. We enjoyed the clams most of all, I highly recommend not skipping out on them. Cocktails were killer and if you're unsure of the flavor profiles just ask! They were incredibly well balanced drinks. The place feels like you've stumbled into a lush secret garden and you sort of get lost in that atmosphere. read more

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Came here with two other people for our last night in Cape Cod before heading back to NYC. Luckily we were able to check in much earlier than our reservation due to a table opening up. I started out with a Coast to Coast cocktail, which was delightfully fruity but not overly sweet. My partner had a dry cider which was skillfully poured into a glass to minimize foam. For starters, we got the scallop crudo with watermelon aguachile and sourdough with seaweed butter. The scallops were so buttery smooth and fresh, balancing out the acidity and kick of the aguachile. The watermelon had a lovely kick to it as well, as did the cucumbers. The bread was pretty good--it came warm and the koji-seaweed butter was perfectly spreadable. I couldn't really taste the koji-seaweed flavor but the butter was still delicious because... butter. My companions got the mushroom cavatelli (which she enjoyed--she said it was a tad too peppery but she also has the lowest spice tolerance known to man) and the market salad and short rib (which he enjoyed). My partner particularly enjoyed the mustard vin that came with the salad. I ordered the steamed clams in vinho verde and green oil, which were delicious. I only wish I had saved some bread to dip in it, so don't make the same mistake I made by eating all the bread--save some for dipping! I also got the smoked cabbage on the recommendation of our waiter, with promises that the preparation was extremely un-cabbage-like and I can confirm this is the case. As a cabbage-hater (and honestly a general vegetable-hater), I enjoyed the dish and would encourage fellow cabbage-haters to give it a chance! We finished the meal with the chocolate ganache and meringue--so rich, so creamy, and not too sweet (iykyk). I'd recommend for fans of dark chocolate but not for lovers of super sweet milk chocolate. The highlight of our meal (besides the food) was our wonderful server, Jackson. He was incredibly patient with my indecisive Libra friend and helped her decide between two dishes. He empathized with me as a fellow cabbage-hater but recommended the smoked cabbage anyway, making the recommendation all the more strong. We really appreciate how much care he spent checking in with us and chatting with us throughout the meal--it made the meal that much more enjoyable. Looking forward to visiting The Pheasant again during our next visit! read more

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We dined around 8 at the bar last night and found the food, the staff, and the atmosphere were all winning. We started with their 6 oysters from Crowes Pasture in Dennis which were served with a lemon & charred fennel mignonette. We both agreed they were the best oysters we've ever eaten. The mignonette was sublime. The scallop crudo with rhubarb aguachile and radish was perfect. I included a photo of Smoked Cabbage with Cashew labne, dukkah, mandarin curd, but we ate it so fast that the plate is empty. It was incredible. The wine list offered fine glasses and bottles selections from which we chose an 2018 JM Stephan Côte Rotie. It was amazing. The solo bartender was making all of the drinks for the restaurant and serving the bar guests. Her ability and agility was impressive. The restaurant is lucky to have her we think. Can't wait to return. read more

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The menu is a bit different and, I think, less appealing this year. The lamb was a bit underwhelming and, unfortunately, the plate was too small for the portion served. When trying to cut a piece off, it's pretty hard not to shove a potato off the plate. The steak which was on the menu was much tastier. Also tried the Cornish Hen. It was tasty but a pretty small portion. The chicken that was offered in the past was a better poultry option and easier to eat. Also missing the Cabbage and Carrots. read more

Always love the warm and inviting atmosphere and changing seasonal menu. The Cornish Hen is tasty and satisfying.

Three of us had dinner at The Pheasant for the first time last night. It was a decent experience although I honestly feel a tad disappointed. The menu was interesting but very limited. Oysters were good (oysters are oysters), snap pea salad was fresh and unusual (lacked dressing). The tuna and mushroom starters/mid-plates, GREAT. Scallops were plain and the only pasta offering was, well, kind of a shock...a child-sized bowl of pasta as an entree ($34). Just...odd. All portions are very small, actually. Wine was great. Great sommelier. Interior nice, good character although really disliked the way the tables are packed in to the small outer area... lined up along a banquette with 6" between us. Not ok. Overall, mixed feelings about the restaurant. I feel compelled to add that this restaurant automatically adds a whopping 22% 'service charge' to ALL bills. We didn't notice that small print so also added a 20% tip!!! read more

Still love this place! It's like a cozy hug! Last night we snuck in another visit before they close for renovations and it may have been the best overall meal there to date! The cocktails were absolute perfection - so well balanced and delicious (The Pheasant Martini, Flight of the Concord, and Fireside Rye), and the food was - as usual - to die for. Our waiter (again, as always) was warm, attentive, and knolwedgeable. We were seated in the long room alongside the main dining room which can run a little cool (in part because it's a historic home and so a bit drafty on that side) so if coming in winter, just come prepared with your sweater! read more

Dropped in the other night and we are glad we did. Start it off with a hot and dirty martini at a Manhattan and they were both made perfectly. We shared three different dinners the pasta ravioli dish with toasted sage was just to die for seafood pasta as well. Finished it off with a nice dessert The server was excellent The food service was excellent and just loved the inside it was so cozy for a nice date night read more

We had a fantastic dinner two nights ago at The Pheasant. Food was excellent, staff was friendly and responsive, and the vibe was so cozy on a cold evening. Looking forward to returning. read more

Can't say enough good things about this place! It is an oasis of fine dining on the Cape and I was able to grab a reservation for earlier in the night. Amazing service with well educated wait staff. The clams were our favorite dish and reminded us of some we had ordered earlier this year at a wine bar in San Juan. None of the deserts really appealed to us, so we opted to move outside to finish the night in their garden with a bottle of wine - equally good service! read more

A very cozy spot that was great for our anniversary dinner. It was so neat to be eating inside a 250+ year old building with all the original wooden Timbers and flooring. Our server, Katie, was simply wonderful. Very attentive and friendly. The food was good with the fresh local ingredients though a few of the dishes were a bit eclectic in their composition. The bread and butter was wonderful. Big, crusty toasted slices of sourdough with soften butter. Yum. Our favorite dish was surprisingly the charred cabbage. The XO sauce was packed full of flavor and the cabbage was tender. The entrees were where things got interesting. The Uli's mushroom dish had lots of umami, curry flavor...and butter pickles? Really confused by that since the menu didn't mention pickles. The fish dish came on top of a beans in a dashi broth. This would have been good as separate dishes but not so much together. We did end things on a high note though. The corn cake dessert was delightful. The savory honey butter and the tart cherry compote made a nice yin and Yang for the cornbread-like pastry. Overall it is a solid place with great ambience. The ingredients are fresh and a tapas setup means you get to try everything. However, just double check a few of the dishes to make sure the flavor combos work for you. read more

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One of my best dining experiences ever! Michelin is coming to MA, and I would say based off of my visit, The Pheasant would earn one. First, the food was delicious. I love that everything is local. Secondly, the service. I was floored. I don't know if we just had a magical waiter or if all of their service is that good but I was blown away. Everything was perfectly timed. There was no too-frequent filling of water glasses. I couldn't have timed bringing out the courses better, and I was at the table. Our waiter actually apologized for possibly bringing out entrees too early (he didn't, it was absolute perfection) I've basically been waiting a year to go back since the cape is a yearly thing for my family. It was truly flawless read more

We had dinner at The Pheasant, the service was warm and professional, the surroundings were intriguing and welcoming and the food..... the food was thoughtful, creative, and downright delicious. It's the kind of meal where you talk about the taste, keep sharing bites and keep eating long past when you are satiated because it just tastes and feels so good. So many places fall down on the wine list and pairing knowledge, this is not the case at The Pheasant. Texture, taste, ingredients, presentation, wine pairings, all were spot on! Can't wait to dine there again. Just do yourself a favor and go there as well! read more

The menu entees were steel trout,pappardeelle saffron, cornish hen, lamb osso buco, and a pork chop. The lamb osso cuco nicely cooked and presented. The pappardelle saffron tasty but a very, very,very small portion, not worth the menu cost and would be eaten quickly. Speaking about cost, all entree prices were excedingly high, I.e., Lamb $58.00. Hard to justify. A mushroom soup was delicious, but warm in temperature. I requested it to have it re-heated. It returned nicely hot. Oysters from crowes pasture in Dennis, MA., outstanding. Dessert offerings were very limited, just three, and pricey if not shared Ice tea comes in a small -half size glass. Asking for a refresher came with a an additional price. Bread which generally comes with a salad, soup, etc. was an additiohal $8. In this case House Foccaccia- 4 small pieces. Tasty. Service was gracious and personable. Low ceilings, and all wood interior adds charm but produces a very loud "talk-a-tive atmosphere". Adding acoustical sound tile or insulation would help. Perhaps window drapery. If you have "deep pockets", and price does not matter...go and enjoy. read more

The Pheasant is lovely, whether you're visiting the Cape in the summer or winter. It's cozy, the lighting is perfect, the cocktails are first-rate, and the wine selection is outstanding. The staff, too, are wonderful: they all genuinely love what they do and share this enthusiasm with you in recommending dishes. On the whole, the food is outstanding as well. But, there is one thing: the restaurant has some trouble keeping up with its popularity and the number of diners they serve. The food comes out quickly, but it is never quite hot enough, and the portions are very small even by the standards of fine-dining. read more

Returned to the Pheasant this year while on vacation and I'm happy to say it was wonderful yet again! My husband and I shared our dishes. We started with the Scallop Crudo and the Smoked Cabbage followed by the Halibut and Short Ribs. My husband had the chocolate ganache for dessert. Everything was perfectly prepared. I especially loved the crudo I could have eaten one by myself! Delicious! read more

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A lovely time. I brought my wife and my son's family here for dinner during a day trip to the cape. Seating is outdoor and you can order at the counter or via online. Their chef has created an eclectic grouping of dishes, all of which were delicious. We started with a dozen oysters, freshly brought up from a couple of miles up the road. As good as oysters get. Perfect size, sweet and briny. Our entrees ranged from fish tacos to sea bass to duck. Smiles from everyone at the first bite. Their small wine list was interesting. It simply listed "pinot noir", no information beyond that. When I enquired I found out that it was the particular choice of the chef and came from a small CA winery run by a friend of his friend. I hadn't ever heard of it, ordered it, and it was spot on. Perfect with the food. We added a decadent dessert waffle for the table to split. Perfect amount of dolci to cap off the meal. Oh, and they sealed the remaining wine in a plastic container so it was nice and legal for transport back home. Definitely a standout. read more

What an absolutely pleasant surprise on our trip to Cape Cod this summer! Upon arrival, we were promptly seated by our hostess in a charming corner table inside. The ambiance of the restaurant is quite lovely and is tastefully appointed with vintage furniture and art. The atmosphere makes it feel like you're dining with an old friend even though you're likely surrounded by strangers. We started with a bottle of Portuguese white wine, but there's almost certainly something for everyone. We were pleasantly surprised that the wine list was very approachable and that the staff were eager to share their knowledge when making our selection. We paired our wine with the local oysters (from a very short distance away) and can't rave enough about the charred fennel mignonette that accompanied. The bread with seaweed butter was a welcomed surprise--the sourdough was perfectly dense yet spongy. We were both pleased with our entrees, the halibut and mushroom cavatelli. The mushrooms were delightfully meaty and my husband says his halibut was perfectly executed. We found that we were both sneaking bites from each others' plates. We ended our evening with a glass of port and the chocolate ganache. The ganache was delightfully decadent and easily one of my favorite desserts from the trip. Can't say enough wonderful things about this restaurant and the folks brining it to life! If you have time, I also highly recommend checking out their sister wine shop not too far away. read more

I wanted to love this place after seeing the reviews. We loved the ambiance. Truly a wonderful atmosphere. Five star on that level. Loved the oysters on the half shell. In season and perfect. Lovely presentation. The pork chop was under cooked. Not in a healthy way. As is raw on half of it way. Truly scary. The signature dirty martini was off putting. I love martinis. But this was odd. Borderline undrinkable. Order a normal one. The Cornish Hen was skimpy. Just nearly comical with no vegetables other than leeks as a bed. I truly felt like after our full meal, we had to go out to dinner. And we are normal light eaters. It was almost comical. And the Sangiovese wine we ordered, was off. But loved the ambience and the oysters. And the staff was superb. We will try it again. But the chef needs to seriously rethink the value proposition. read more

We came to The Pheasant on a recommendation from a friend. The menu is refined and elegant; perfect for a classy dinner, yet casual enough to be accessible to the general public. We tasted pretty much everything on the menu, as our group size was five people. Everything from the smoked cabbage, to the agnolotti; and the steamers to the ganache was cooked, plated, and presented beautifully. Our waitress was attentive, but not over- bearing, and the sommelier was very knowledgeable. A true 10 out of 10 experience in every way read more

Very disappointing. We had 2 tables of 4. The 2 people who had the trout were the only ones who liked their meal. The burrata itself is good, but the flavors of the sauce did nothing to enhance the flavor. Pork chop was very small. Cornish hen was ok, but leeks and morels were cold. They did bring out hot ones, but really overall, the dish was uninspiring. I did not like the deconstructed strawberry rhubarb cheesecake and others said they did not care for the chocolate cake with olive oil. Wine was delicious, but pricey. Dining room is loud. Way too expensive for what we got. Even had to pay$8 for bread which was delicious. Fin and Ocean House are miles ahead of this restaurant. read more

@pheasantcapecod . . Funny how we almost skipped this place while we were doing some research for dinner ideas. It didn't have as much reviews as some other places but somehow the name really caught my attention... After reading further, we decided to give it a shot. . Boy oh boy, I would be so disappointed had we not come here. It was mindblowing from beginning to end... . Here is what we ordered BREAD & BUTTER - thick sourdough, soft butter, flakey sea CHIPS & FISH DIP - smoked brandade. za'atar relish, corn chips CRISPY POTATOES citrus zest smokey romesco CHARRED CABBAGE - meyer lemon tonnato, furikake BRICK CHICKEN - Local half chicken from Hillside Farms (Truro, MA), fried potatoes, pickled red onions, salsa verde CLAM PASTA - fresh rigatoni, local clams, lemon butter, breadcrumbs SWEET CORN CAKE - apricot jam, honey butter, candied pecans RhUBARB CRUMBLE - sesame ice cream, rhubarb jam, toasted oat crumble . The prices are very reasonable for the quality you get at @pheasantcapecod - if only we had a larger party, we would have loved to tried everything on the menu - I'm not even joking... . The meal was delicious from beginning to end. This is a 5/5 or 10/10 for me... I would definitely go back if I ever revisit Cape Cod and highly recommend anyone who visits/lives in Cape Cod... . Their menus are seasonal so they are subject to change.. read more

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Wow!!! This by far has been the best meal on the cape. First of all the vibe is friendly as you are greeted by the owner. While waiting for your table you can sit outside with a cocktail and have some oysters. Or you can shop at their wine shop and have the owner (who is a sommelier) talk to you about what wine you might like. Lots of reasonable priced wines with a $10 corking fee. This is not your typical cape restaurant. Although it is in an old house setting with beautiful antiques, it has a modern approach to dining so you get wholesome, healthy choices that are delicious and good!!! They change the menu everyday to get the freshest ingredients available. The bartender concocts fun tasty drinks. Their offering are numerous. We had the crispy potatoes to start. Yup, crispy and loaded with flavor. We had a roasted beet salad that was so good I hope to have it again. It was so creamy and satisfying. The scallops were cooked perfectly and the pesto and sauce were so good. Roasted cabbage that was still crunchy loaded with seasoning was so different and delicious. The chicken was cooked perfectly. Most restaurants do not cook chicken perfectly but the Peasant nailed it. Then we had the lemon pasta with clams that was so flavorful and fresh. This is a restaurant that you share plates for the table. It was amazing. I have to say that I am a vegetarian and usually have the choice of salad or French fries. Most restaurants on the cape have an older cuisine menu. Finally a restaurant that I enjoyed and so did my non-vegetarian family members. Treat yourself to the Pheasant. You will not be disappointed. read more

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Loved it so much, I went back twice! Lovely space. Not too formal. Amazing food and cocktails. Extremely helpful/friendly staff. Highly recommended. read more

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I was disappointed with the lack of vegetarian options. There was no vegetarian entree. Because the menu changes frequently, you can't find a current menu. I read on their site that they accommodate vegans and vegetarians so I thought they could offer more than what we saw on the menu... the waitress could only offer, we had a vegetarian option last season. We were only able to order 3 things (didn't want bread and pickles which were the other two options). Salad, potatoes with romesco (delicious!) and mushrooms. All were good but yeah, disappointing. I feel more thought should be put into how some of the meat dishes can be altered to offer more variety on the menu or post the current menu online in advance so I can avoid the disappointment (and reservation cancellation fee). read more

We had a five-star experience. No reservations available so I joined the waitlist. Got a call the day before with a 6:45 table (perfect!). Waiter (Jackson) was outstanding - present, aware and informative (not afraid to make suggestions). Three apps: oysters (higher priced but delicious); sweet pea agnolotti (delicious ravioli-like pasta in a delicate cream sauce); and smoked cabbage at Jackson's suggestion. The smoked cabbage was unusual, delicious and creatively layered with flavors. For mains, wife and I shared Mushroom Cavatelli and Steamed Local Clams. Waiter suggested bread and butter to dip into the clam broth. Fabulous flavors all around. Truly satisfying. Son and his wife also had the Cavatelli and a salad. The mushrooms in the pasta had a hearty, almost meat-like flavor and texture. Just really good. Drinks were well-prepared. Quiet when we arrived; busier as we finished. Overall, a really wonderful experience. read more

Everything was perfect. The cozy ambiance, the attentive service and the cocktails and various courses were all extraordinary. Our understanding is that a new chef came on earlier this year - and we think they're doing the best food on the Cape. There's a reason this is our favorite place to come whenever we're in town. read more

Delightful winter Japanese Izakaya pop up for our honeymoon weekend highlight dinner! Service was superb and each dish had a lovely flavor profile. Loved the shiitake mushroom crab appetizer bombs and scallop nigiri small plate with cranberry topping. Leave the chicken bap buns or ask for more BBQ sauce on the side - the buns were too dense for the spices to come through. Definitely check out the wine shop curated by the chef and restaurant sommelier! One of the cocktails was not to our taste, and the server immediately struck it from our bill and brought a delicious replacement! read more

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We absolutely loved The Pheasant. We sat inside, which was wonderful but the outdoor seating looked just as nice. The staff was very friendly, and knowledgeable. If you're on the mid cape we highly recommend The Pheasant. read more

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