Embargo

Name: Embargo
Address: 453 Main Street, Hyannis, MA, United States, 02601
Telephone: (508) 771-9700
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (825)

$31 to $50

American

453 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Great for happy hour
Great for creative cocktails

Embargo is open and is the place to be on Cape Cod, featuring a chic and sophisticated atmosphere with amazing food and handcrafted cocktails. Our menu features dry aged steaks cooked to perfection, mouth watering tapas, and of course, fresh local seafood. Each meal becomes an event when shared with friends and family!

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO HIGH DEMAND, we do not guarantee reservations for outdoor patio seating. Tables are sat on a first come, first serve basis. If you have a reservation and request outdoor seating, you may endure a brief waiting period. All reservations are held for 10 minutes and will be considered cancelled without a phone call. Please also note we only take reservations for dining tables only.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steak, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(508) 771-9700
Website
http://www.embargorestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Mario Colindres

Location
453 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
Neighborhood
Hyannis
Cross street
Winter Street
Parking details
In rear
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Embargo Roll$7.95
Cured Salmon, Red Pepper, Cilantro, Miso, Wasabi Tobikko
Fuku Mah Mah Roll$7.95
Ahi Tuna, Sriracha, Cucumber, Mango, Spicy Mayo, and Tobikko
Volcano Roll$6.95
Spicy Mayo Tossed Cured & Smoked Salmon, and Avocado
Onna Roll$7.95
Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Avocado, Scallion, and Sambal Oelek
Treehugga Roll$5.95
Avocado, Red Pepper, Carrot, and Scallion
Route 66 Roll$7.95
Inside-Out, Fresh Lump Crab, Avocado, Cucumber, Scallion and Tobikko
Nigiri Tuna or Nigiri Salmon (3 Pieces)$13.00
Sesame Seaweed Salad$5.00
Salt and Pepper Edamame$7.00

Cold Tapas

Spicy Peanut Noodles$6.95
Sweet Soy, Scallions
Roasted Red Pepper$7.95
Chevre Spread, Pita Toast
Homemade Hummus$8.95
Tabbouli, Tomato-Basil Salad, Pita Toast
Roasted Vegetable Terrine$7.95
Wilted Spinach, Basil Tomatoes, Balsamic Glaze
Ripe Avocado Wedges$8.95
Tomato Bacon, Crumbled Blue Cheese
House Marinated Artichokes$7.95
Olives Marinated in Roasted Garlic Oil$5.95
Assorted Cheeses$13.95
Guava Spread, Nuts, Crackers
Curried Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps$8.95
Toasted Coconut, Dried Cranberries
Imported Serrano Ham$11.95
Smoked Salmon and Chevre Crostini$8.95
Cucumber Salsa
Homemade Smoked Bluefish Pate$8.95
Horseradish, Baguette Toasts

Hot Tapas

Baked Three-Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms$8.95
Short Rib Jus
Tempura Fried Seasonal Vegetables$7.95
Sweet Chili Aioli
Southern Fried Chicken$8.95
Waffle, with Country Gravy
Chef Drew's "Hot Legs"$7.95
Roasted Garlic Buffalo Drum & Thigh, Bleu Cheese Dip, Celery
Grilled Churrasco-Style Sirloin Steak$12.95
Sliced Crispy Onion, Chimichurri
Braised Short Rib with La Mancha Sauce*$11.95
cool Tomato Fresca & Mashed Potato
Hickory Smoked Smithfield Baby Back Ribs$8.95
with Mango BBQ & Fruity Salsa
Lamb Meatballs$8.95
Tzaziki, Mint, Oil, Rioja Honey, Crunchy Pita
Classic Burgundy Escargots
Garlic Butter, Parsley Crumbs
- (6)$6.95
- (12)$10.95
Fresh House Made Coconut Crusted Jumbo Shrimp (2)*$7.95
Sweet Chili Sauce
Gambas al Ajillo$8.95
Classic Spanish-Style Garlic Roasted Shrimp (4)
P.E.I. Mussles$12.95
White Wine, Pimiento Butter, Parsley, Scallion
Pan Seared Scallops$13.95
Truffle Parmesan Basmati, Arugula, Rioja Honey
Baked Oysters emBargo (4)$12.95
Bell Pepper Stuffing, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese
Baked Littlenecks emBargo (5)$8.95
Bell Pepper Stuffing, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese
Homemade Lobster & Chorizo Stuffed Chatham Quahog*$8.95
Tempura Cod Fingers (3)$7.95
with House Made Tartare Sauce

Macaroni and Cheese

Plain Penne and Cheddar$5.00
Broccoli and Cheddar$6.00
Grilled Chicken$7.00
Broccoli and Cheddar
Buffalo Fried Chicken and Blue Cheese$8.00
Kobe Burger$8.00
Bacon, and Cheddar
Lobster and Parmesan$10.00

Spring Rolls, Sliders, Tacos & Tostadas

Steak & Cheese Spring Roll$7.00
with Chipotle Ketchup
Thai Vegetable Spring Roll$6.00
Sweet Chili & Soy Dip
Kobe Beef Sliders (2)$9.00
w/ Crispy Bacon, Pickled Red Onion & Chipotle Ketchup
BBQ Pork Sliders (2)$7.95
with Spicy Slaw
Tempura Cod Sliders (2)$8.95
with Homemade Tartar Sauce
Fried Cod Tacos or Tostadas (2)$10.00
Spicy Cajun Grilled Fish Tacos or Tostadas$10.00
Pulled Pork "Carnitas" Tacos or Tostadas$8.50
Southern Fried Chicken Tacos or Tostadas$9.00

Soups & Salads

Soup & a Sandwich$8.00
Tomato-Basil Soup, Grilled Provolone on Homemade Garlic Toast
Spicy Angus Two-Bean Chili, Cheddar$7.00
Tortilla Chips
Baby Arugula Salad$9.00
Dried Cranberries, Almonds and Parmesan Honey-Sherry Vinaigrette
Embargo Caesar Salad$9.00
Insalata Caprese$9.00
Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Balsamic Reduction, Basil Oil

Grilled Flatbread Pizza

Mozzarella$10.00
Roma Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Balsamic Galze
Artichoke Hearts$11.00
Olives, Roasted Red Peppers, Spinich and Tomato
Spinich$12.00
Mushroom & Gorganzola with a Sweet Red Wine Glaze
BBQ Chicken$13.00
with Bacon Caramelized Onion & Melted Cheddar

Big Things

Grilled Fourteen-Ounce Dry Aged Angus Sirloin$29.00
House Pommes Frites, Short Rib Jus
Shrimp$26.00
Scallop & Lobster Casserole, Sauteed Vegetables
The "Home Wrecker"$15.00
Half Pound Foot Long Kobe Beef Hot Dog, House made Condiments
Grilled Chicken Breast$20.00
Sauteed Vegetables, Steamed Jasmine Rice

On the Side

Truffle Oil & Parmesan Pommes Frites$7.00
Salt and Pepper Edamame$6.00
Mashed Potatoes with Country Gravy$6.00
Sauteed Vegetables$6.00

What 825 people are saying

Embargo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cape Cod and the Islands
Hot spot
Cape Cod and the Islands
Lively
Cape Cod and the Islands
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Embargo offers a vibrant atmosphere with "amazing cocktails" and a diverse tapas menu. Guests rave about "great food, great service" and live music that enhances the dining experience. Vegetarian and vegan options are plentiful. While some find it noisy, others appreciate the lively vibe. Embargo is praised for its "phenomenal" dishes and attentive service. However, opinions on pricing and portion sizes vary.

825 Reviews

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Melissa
Greater Boston1 review
1.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Disappointing Experience - Hostess's Unprofessional Behavior Ruined Our Visit I recently visited this restaurant with a party of four adults to celebrate a special occasion, and unfortunately, it turned out to be a deeply disappointing experience. Our server was friendly and attentive, though it was clear that the restaurant was a bit disorganized, leading to slow service and poorly timed dishes. We didn’t mind much at first, as we were enjoying ourselves and the ambiance, but things quickly took a turn for the worse. We ordered a variety of cold and hot tapas, followed by entrees. While the dishes were spaced out a bit unevenly, with our individual entrees arriving about twenty minutes apart, we remained in good spirits and weren't overly concerned. However, after finishing our meal and waiting for the waiter to offer us dessert, we were abruptly approached by the hostess—later identified as Nikki, the owner's mother. With an unexpectedly hostile tone, Nikki informed us that we had been at the table for over two hours and that we needed to leave to make space for other guests. This was communicated in a way that made us feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. While the manager came over to address the situation and our server offered a sincere apology on Nikki's behalf, the experience was already soured. To make matters worse, as we were leaving, Nikki made another snarky remark, further suggesting that we had somehow done something wrong. As a business owner myself, I find it hard to understand how such unprofessional behavior would be tolerated. Unfortunately, it seems that the owner of this establishment has allowed their mother’s attitude to alienate patrons, which is not only uncalled for but also damaging to the restaurant’s reputation. It’s also worth noting that we’ve heard this behavior is not a one-time incident and that Nikki is reportedly known for this and for treating the staff poorly as well. While the food and service from our waiter were acceptable,
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claire
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time in one week to Embargo as we were staying in Hyannis. Good location on Main Street. Great drinks and tapas. My husband and I sat outside on a beautiful summer night. It was a great experience.
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Christine VIP
Greater Boston12 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Waitress was pretty attentive, food was solid but better in the past. Ordered a martini that was warm and taste was not pleasant…. Followed with sangria which was yummy. 3 out of 4 appetizers were decent- the short rib was quite good :)
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brian VIP
Greater Boston46 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always a fun trip and experience. Tapas great as were the drinks
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chris
Las Vegas5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived a few minutes early and were seated at a booth(we requested on our reservation) promptly. Our server came to the table very quickly and welcomed us with a smile. We made some decisions on the menu and got a number of Tapas at a very nice pace. They were all excellent. Had Vanilla Crème Brûlée for dessert, which was wonderful as well. Can’t wait for the next chance to visit Embargo.
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Phil VIP
Southwest Florida52 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always receive good food and service during their early tapis hour. Cannot beat the value or quality choices.
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Helene
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and atmosphere! The food and drinks were delicious with a variety of choices! Definitely a favorite choice while visiting the Cape.
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Michael
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great drinks, great service. Love Embargo!
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Joseph
Greater Boston13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Visited embargo for the first time. Even though we’ve lived in the area for many years. We are definitely coming back. The food was great, the drink menu is one of the best on the Cape! Lots of tacos and appetizers, lots of options. My daughters are vegetarian and vegan, and they have many things to choose from which was very much appreciated. It was a bit noisy, but, that also made it a fun overall experience.
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Debra VIP
New York State33 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had high expectations for the restaurant based on the reviews. It’s in an easy to find location on main street in Hyannis, the layout of the restaurant is attractive and it has an extensive menu. We did enjoy sharing the lobster ravioli. We tried their specials of sushi and found them disappointing, more filled with rice than the lobster and avocado that was supposed to be in the roll. We ordered the shishito peppers. The portion was generous but half the order was too charred to enjoy.
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FAQs

Embargo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 771-9700.

Embargo is rated 4.6 stars by 825 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

453 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601

Additional information

Cross street
Winter Street
Neighborhood
Hyannis
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steak, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
In rear
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mario Colindres
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.embargorestaurant.com/
Phone number
(508) 771-9700

Embargo

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Raw Bar

Oysters on The Half Shell

Littlenecks on The Half Shell

Cocktail Shrimp

Sesame Crusted Tuna Sashimi$13.00

Sushi

Embargo Roll$7.95

Fuku Mah Mah Roll$7.95

Volcano Roll$6.95

Onna Roll$7.95

Treehugga Roll$5.95

Route 66 Roll$7.95

Nigiri Tuna or Nigiri Salmon (3 Pieces)$13.00

Sesame Seaweed Salad$5.00

Salt and Pepper Edamame$7.00

Cold Tapas

Spicy Peanut Noodles$6.95

Roasted Red Pepper$7.95

Homemade Hummus$8.95

Roasted Vegetable Terrine$7.95

Ripe Avocado Wedges$8.95

House Marinated Artichokes$7.95

Olives Marinated in Roasted Garlic Oil$5.95

Assorted Cheeses$13.95

Curried Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps$8.95

Imported Serrano Ham$11.95

Smoked Salmon and Chevre Crostini$8.95

Homemade Smoked Bluefish Pate$8.95

Hot Tapas

Baked Three-Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms$8.95

Tempura Fried Seasonal Vegetables$7.95

Southern Fried Chicken$8.95

Chef Drew's "Hot Legs"$7.95

Grilled Churrasco-Style Sirloin Steak$12.95

Braised Short Rib with La Mancha Sauce*$11.95

Hickory Smoked Smithfield Baby Back Ribs$8.95

Lamb Meatballs$8.95

Classic Burgundy Escargots

Fresh House Made Coconut Crusted Jumbo Shrimp (2)*$7.95

Gambas al Ajillo$8.95

P.E.I. Mussles$12.95

Pan Seared Scallops$13.95

Baked Oysters emBargo (4)$12.95

Baked Littlenecks emBargo (5)$8.95

Homemade Lobster & Chorizo Stuffed Chatham Quahog*$8.95

Tempura Cod Fingers (3)$7.95

Macaroni and Cheese

Plain Penne and Cheddar$5.00

Broccoli and Cheddar$6.00

Grilled Chicken$7.00

Buffalo Fried Chicken and Blue Cheese$8.00

Kobe Burger$8.00

Lobster and Parmesan$10.00

Spring Rolls, Sliders, Tacos & Tostadas

Steak & Cheese Spring Roll$7.00

Thai Vegetable Spring Roll$6.00

Kobe Beef Sliders (2)$9.00

BBQ Pork Sliders (2)$7.95

Tempura Cod Sliders (2)$8.95

Fried Cod Tacos or Tostadas (2)$10.00

Spicy Cajun Grilled Fish Tacos or Tostadas$10.00

Pulled Pork "Carnitas" Tacos or Tostadas$8.50

Southern Fried Chicken Tacos or Tostadas$9.00

Soups & Salads

Soup & a Sandwich$8.00

Spicy Angus Two-Bean Chili, Cheddar$7.00

Baby Arugula Salad$9.00

Embargo Caesar Salad$9.00

Insalata Caprese$9.00

Grilled Flatbread Pizza

Mozzarella$10.00

Artichoke Hearts$11.00

Spinich$12.00

BBQ Chicken$13.00

Big Things

Grilled Fourteen-Ounce Dry Aged Angus Sirloin$29.00