Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Cape Cod and the Islands

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Cape Cod and the Islands? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Ocean House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (6001)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Dennis

About the restaurant

WED-FRI “3 Before 5” 3 courses for bookings before 5 pm…$59 - -
Welcome to The Ocean House, named one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America by OpenTable for 2023. Located on a pristine sand dune, our establishment offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, setting an unforgettable backdrop.
Our culinary philosophy blends the freshest New England seafood with Asian fusion inspiration, creating dishes that delight and inspire.
Please note, due to dining room design and fairness, we cannot honor requests for window tables but are committed to providing an exceptional experience at every seat.

As a premium fine dining destination, our menu features a mix of classic favorites and bold new flavors, each prepared with meticulous attention. From succulent seafood to unique creations, every bite aims to impress.

We look forward to making your visit extraordinary, whether for a special occasion or a night of unparalleled dining.

Thank you for being our guest!

Top review

Paul

Dined 7 days ago

If you're looking for first class food, service and a breathtaking view, The Ocean House has them all.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

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Gluten Free Brownie Sundae

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Point Judith Calamari

Stars at Chatham Bars Inn

4.7

4.7 (582)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Chatham

About the restaurant

At Stars, enjoy stunning panoramic views of Chatham Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean. Inspired by the stunning views, our natural surroundings, and the bounty of our farm, we blend regional heritage into modern coastally inspired cuisine. Steeped in history, with Norman Rockwell’s “Spirit of America” hanging above the fireplace, STARS is an experience that will excite all the senses.

By reimagining classic dishes, we honor the legacy of our setting with a menu that embraces the inn’s past and bridges the gap of time. With an award-winning wine list, genuine hospitality, and personalized service. We invite you to begin your mornings and end your evenings with Cape Cod’s premier dining experience. Breakfast is first-come, first serve. Dinner reservations are highly recommended.

Attire: Resort Evening Attire. For ladies, resort casual. Please no pool or beach attire. For gentlemen, long pants including jeans, collared shirt and proper footwear. Shorts are not

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Briannevip

Dined 5 days ago

I was surprised that the rating on google was below 4 stars, I had a wonderful experience at Stars. The place is beautiful with a gorgeous view of the water. Service was excellent and began with a warm welcome. Loved all the dishes I had and felt the champagne was quite reasonably priced. I will definitely come back next time I'm in the area

Woods at Lambert’s Cove Inn

4.7

4.7 (631)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Martha's Vineyard

About the restaurant

Woods features the cuisine of Chef Galen Sampson—whose rustic, locally inspired, and incredibly flavorful dishes are driven by a sense of generosity and a respect for farmers and producers. Sampson, in partnership with the hospitality team led by his wife, will leave you feeling satisfied and completely taken care of. Whether you are dining alone, as a couple, or as a larger party with friends or family, enjoy the sophisticated, but down-to-earth, cuisine and service at Woods in coordination with wines from our carefully curated list.

Our restaurant offers a delightful night-out spot for couples and groups alike and features delicious dishes thoughtfully prepared with, when possible, sustainably sourced, on-island ingredients. The Menu provides a sampler as to what is served nightly, as it is subject to change.

We also have a private dining room perfect for special occasions and events. Please contact us at woods@lambertscoveinn.com for pricing and availability.

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Tony

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

We ate an anniversary dinner at the Inn, a wonderful four-course meal of oysters, lobster, braised short ribs, and sea bass. Everything was delicious, and we're excited to return. Below is a fuller review of the Inn itself: We had a wonderful time at Lambert's Cove Inn. We stayed one night for our anniversary. Upon arriving to the island, we received two messages from the staff via text. This was wonderful as it allowed us to request early check-in. When we got to the Inn, we were greeted by Galen and Anna. They informed us that we could check in early and gave us a tour of the Inn. The grounds are spectacular. We were very happy to have arrived early as it provided time to take a leisurely walk to the pond, through lush flowers and plans, and near the alpacas. The room was cozy and had a private balcony, which was lovely. The staff had left us a bottle of Prosecco for our anniversary. This little detail was amazing.

The Pointe Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1206)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Provincetown

About the restaurant

Offering modern-coastal fare with a distinctly local undercurrent, The Pointe is an innovative restaurant and wine bar that channels the creativity of Provincetown. Its inspired spirit, buzzing atmosphere, and focus on bringing guests and neighborhood locals an unprecedented food and beverage experience. Rated excellent by Zagat's Restaurant Guide. Free Parking

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Davidvip

Dined on Sep 11, 2024

Our server Dale was wonderful. The meal was great.

or, The Whale

4.7

4.7 (595)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Nantucket

About the restaurant

With a prime location in a storied Main Street building, or, The Whale, bistro, bar & patio will be serving dinner nightly and weekend brunch in summer season. The spacious outdoor patio is the perfect spot to enjoy Chef Manny's inspired menu. Indoor and outdoor dining reservations are accepted 2 weeks in advance - bar seating is first come first serve.

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Elisabeth

Dined 5 days ago

We had a great evening. About half way through our dinner a table of about ten 30-40 year old women sat next to us. They were having fun. As were we! Four sisters celebrating the oldest’s 60th birthday Great vibe all around. Then a much older woman came over to our table and asked us to quiet down. Us, not them? Quiet on a Friday night? So rude. So weird. Anyway, the host told me they had asked for a quiet table and she told them that wasn’t really a thing on a Friday night. She was lovely and apologetic. No staff member at fault here! But it did put a small damper on our evening!

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4.6

4.6 (638)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Chatham

About the restaurant

We offer an extensive menu featuring Cape Cod Coastal Cuisine that celebrates local seafood and creative dishes by our Chef Owner Ben Porter! Pair this with our beautiful wine list, creative cocktail menu, or local draft beers to enhance your dining experience. We are open in season 7 days a week and in the off-season Tuesday-Saturday for Dinner at 5pm. We'd love to have you! If reservations aren't available for your preferred date and time, please feel free to walk-in to our Patio or full-service Bar seats.

If you're looking for a great way to spend an afternoon, our Finest Hours are from 3pm to 5pm Thursday through Sunday during the summer, featuring Half Priced Raw Bar! We also offer salads and starters during this time. It's the perfect Après Beach or a great start for dinner!

Are you looking to host your private event with us? Please fill out the form on our website https://www.vieraonmain.com/events and we will reach out to you promptly! We look forward to hosting you!

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Jeromevip

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent cuisine. We like sitting in Bar area best.

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Popular dish

Chicken Milanese

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Fresh Fettuccine & Clams

The Pool House at Pelham House Resort

4.5

4.5 (29)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Dennis Port

About the restaurant

Welcome back to the Pool House for your casual ocean front dining experience at The Pelham House Resort. This outlet provides a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a summer night by the pool while overlooking spectacular Nantucket Sound. Featuring live music nightly, outdoor seating, a full bar & 3 fire-pits. Come sip you favorite cocktail enjoy a lobster roll, burger or one of our amazing fried chicken sandwiches. Where your flip flops and sunglasses to ensure you are in total relaxation mode!

Follow us on Instagram @pelhamhouseresort for upcoming entertainment and events or view our events calendar at https://www.pelhamhouseresort.com/live-music

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Yvonnevip

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Amazing food (way better than the roof top) Way better waitstaff …and way better cocktails!!

Island Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (544)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Nantucket

About the restaurant

Casual indoor/outdoor dining, open year-round. Located mid-island, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week.

Seasonally, we have a beautiful outdoor bar, serving up drinks and food for before or after a trip to the beach, as well as a full outdoor patio and indoor dining room! We also serve 30 different homemade flavors of ice cream at our ice cream counter from May through Columbus Day.

Follow us on Instagram @iknantucket @ikpalmbeachcatering

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thomasvip

Dined 1 day ago

Very familiar with the restaurants in downtown Nantucket. The scallops were fresh and cooked properly. Good food and good service at this mid Island restaurant.

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Popular dish

Bagel & Salmon

Bettini Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (992)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Edgartown

About the restaurant

Bettini is an upscale, fine-dining restaurant with a coastal chic vibe, refined contemporary American cuisine, and a fabulous selection of wine. Expansive windows reveal a magnificent coastal view that reinforces the kitchen’s relationship with the local landscape, creating a seamless island-to-table dining experience. The elegant bar draws a vibrant crowd of locals and island guests.

Our restaurant is intended to be intimate and personal. Many of our tables can accommodate up to 4 people. The dining room seating configuration may not allow certain combinations of tables and split parties will potentially not be seated adjacent to each other.

Bettini does not accept reservations for Breakfast. All guests are welcome to walk in on a first come first served basis.

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Georgevip

Dined 7 days ago

A great date night experience. Alex was wonderful when I dumped my water glass all over the table.

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Popular dish

Lobster Roll

The Rooftop at Pelham House Resort

4.5

4.5 (2460)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Dennis Port

About the restaurant

Chic coastal design blends with breathtaking ocean vistas to create one of Cape Cod’s truly amazing new restaurant. Featuring uninterrupted views of Nantucket Sound, The Rooftop at Pelham House Resort promises a “bucket list” dining experience distinguished by the freshest local ingredients and creative, made-from-scratch dishes crafted by Executive Chef Daniel Coté. The food is simply delicious and the stunning oceanfront backdrop will give you all the reason you need to linger just a little longer. Perfect for any season, The Rooftop features a louvered roof, heaters and an accordion window system to keep our guests cozy through the year!

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Clint

Dined 5 days ago

Love the view , service & food! Came here for drinks & apps. 10/10 😊

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