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Meet me at the Goose - on the Deck!                - Wild Goose Tavern, Chatham, MA

Wild Goose Tavern

4.2 (369)
$31 to $50
American
512 Main St, Chatham, MA 02633

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 89 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Experience the culinary mastery of Chef Shane Coughlin at the newly renovated Wild Goose Tavern!

Embracing its coastal roots, the restaurant features an expanded bar and a modernized ambiance, while preserving its inherent charm. Step into a vibrant space adorned with captivating murals, promising an unforgettable dining affair. Delight in an array of tantalizing dishes from our new menus, showcasing Chef Shane's innovative twists on American pub classics, alongside expertly crafted beverages, including our famed Goose Fries.

Join us on Main Street, Chatham for alfresco dining, where every bite is a journey through coastal flavors!

For inquiries about hosting private events, please visit our website. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to the Goose!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Shane Coughlin
  • Catering
    Catering is available, please visit our wbesite to learn more: waysideinn.com/meetings-events/
  • Private party facilities
    Explore the ideal setting for weddings, dinners, celebrations, and meetings at Wild Goose Tavern. Our dedicated team ensures an unforgettable experience. For inquiries, visit our website: waysideinn.com/meetings-events/
  • Neighborhood
    Chatham
  • Cross street
    Off of Main Street Chatham
  • Parking details
    The Wild Goose Tavern does not have parking on-site. Street parking and public parking lots are available nearby.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 369 people are saying

Wild Goose Tavern 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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cape Cod and the Islands

    Kid-friendly

  • Cape Cod and the Islands

    Good for groups

  • Cape Cod and the Islands

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wild Goose Tavern offers a "great ambiance" with "delicious" food and "friendly" staff. The menu features crowd favorites like the fish and chips and "Goose Fries." Some diners mention occasional service delays, but the "gorgeous" bar and inviting atmosphere make it "definitely worth a try" for Chatham visitors.
369 Reviews
  1. Mandy VIP

    London132 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We have eaten here previously q few times & always enjoyed. It was busy, start of season, staff seemed confused but our waitress was v good. Food was only ok tbh & I had an issue w my chicken dish midway thru. They removed it from the bill Etc & we’re extremely kind about it. We sat outside at an awkward table behind the door which was ok but it was beside a window ledge which was extremely dirty. Surprising that this was the case tbh but v off putting. We will return, maybe an off night?

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  2. Tom VIP

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Third visit this week. Great food t a reasonable price.

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  3. Duke VIP

    Chicago / Illinois176 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service throughout - highly recommend

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  4. Wendy

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was terribly understaffed. We felt bad for the waitress. Took 1/2 hour for app to come out and about 45 for dinner. All tolled we were there 2 1/2 hours. The foor was good

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  5. Rita VIP

    Greater Boston259 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Quiet Sunday lunch inside, while mainstream Chatham was bustling (semi-bustling, it will get crazy crowded in July and August). I made a reservation because our favorite places had lines coming out of the lines, and I wanted to get out of the heat. - The restaurant is ample and spacious, clean, lovely decor. Friendly staff. Nothing wrong with the food - it's delicious - the fish was fried perfectly and they indulge with perfectly fried large cut fries. However, the lobster quesadilla was overloaded with a pickled something and lacking - lobster. Delicious but lacking lobster for what they are charging for the quesadilla, so just be mindful. Recommend you try the clunky and messy goosefat fries. They are messy but a great take with their smoked gouda bechamel, bacon, onion and shredded cheese. Just delicious. Bar is gorgeous and plenty of things to choose from. The staff is also very well prepared to make your visit special. Lovely setting and meal and wonderful staff.

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  6. Annika

    Upstate New York1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was DELICIOUS. We stopped in for dinner after a full day of travel and we are so glad we did. The food and drinks were great, and the staff were very friendly. I did only give four stars because though it was of no fault of the servers, the place was packed and the kitchen was running really behind. It took nearly two hours to get our dinner from when we placed the order, but it was definitely worth the wait. The kind servers took off our drinks and apps from the check to compensate, which was very kind of them. I will definitely be back!!

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  7. John VIP

    Rhode Island84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was really good. I had the fish and chips and they were excellent . Wife had the baked cod and it was delicious as well. I would not hesitate to recommend the place

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  8. Tim VIP

    New York City18 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good not great but it was fairly priced for what we got. Nice spot. Service was good.

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  9. Donna VIP

    New York City26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always reliable for lunch or dinner. Waiter was attentive and good pretty good.

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  10. D

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Three out of the four entrees we ordered were bland and underwhelming. Service was polite, but slow, despite not being crowded. With plenty of food choices in the area, this will be an easy decision to not go back.

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Wild Goose Tavern is rated 4.2 stars by 369 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Greater Boston
  4. Cape Cod and the Islands
  5. Chatham

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 89 times today
Google Map for Wild Goose Tavern

512 Main St, Chatham, MA 02633

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Off of Main Street Chatham
  • Neighborhood
    Chatham
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The Wild Goose Tavern does not have parking on-site. Street parking and public parking lots are available nearby.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Shane Coughlin
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Catering is available, please visit our wbesite to learn more: waysideinn.com/meetings-events/
  • Private party facilities
    Explore the ideal setting for weddings, dinners, celebrations, and meetings at Wild Goose Tavern. Our dedicated team ensures an unforgettable experience. For inquiries, visit our website: waysideinn.com/meetings-events/
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