Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Cape Cod and the Islands

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Cape Cod and the Islands? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bluefins - Falmouth

4.9

4.9 (87)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Falmouth

About the restaurant

Bluefins Falmouth, has a focus on fresh, locally sourced seafood, coupled with inspiration from local Cape Cod farm ingredients. We aim to craft sushi and tempura dishes that both celebrate and showcase seafood in classically inspired Japanese methods and at the same time honoring traditional New England seafood cuisine.

Top review

Bill

Dined 1 day ago

This is hands down the best restaurant in Falmouth. The sushi is not only high quality but also incredibly delicious. The pad thai and short rib were phenomenal—the best my wife and I have ever tasted. The waitress and manager were fantastic, going above and beyond to ensure our experience was perfect. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a nautical theme that perfectly complements the seacoast charm of Falmouth.

LUNE

4.9

4.9 (184)

$50 and over

European

Dennis

About the restaurant

LUNE is a one-of-a-kind dining experience on Cape Cod. Nestled in Dennis Port, LUNE hosts an open kitchen experience as a tasting menu (Friday, Saturday) and a la carte wine bar (Sunday).
* We kindly ask that you are respectful of our limited onsite parking. We recommend parking at the free Town Municipal parking lot located behind Dickey Insurance Agency (610 Route 28 Dennis Port, MA 02639).
There is also extra parking at Barbo's. To respect our neighbor, we ask you to not park at the Oyster Company or The Pub Next Door!
* Please let us know if there is anyone in your party with dietary restrictions or allergies. These will be accommodated with notice.
*An automatic 20% Gratuity is added to all checks so we can distribute the share fairly.
*Cancellations and modifications to the party size will accepted until 24 hours prior.
*NO SHOWS & LATE CANCELLATIONS WILL BE CHARGED THE FULL AMOUNT OF THEIR RESERVATION*

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GregoryVIP

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Fantastic. Great food and service. These folks know their stuff and make a great evening!!

Ross' Grill

4.9

4.9 (2440)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Provincetown

About the restaurant

Ross’ Grill is Provincetown’s most talked about dining experience. Located on the second floor of Whalers Wharf, just steps from Commercial Street, Ross’ Grill offers breathtaking harbor views with a European bistro atmosphere. Our guests enjoy an fun, inviting, and first-class dining experience. It’s no surprise that Ross’ Grill was rated “excellent” by Zagat’s Dining Guide. With over 65 different wines served by the glass, guests can enjoy a wine that suits their palate as well as compliments their menu selection. Ross’ Grill also has a full liquor license with a variety of signature cocktails. Elevator access to second floor. PLEASE NOTE, make sure to select the correct table category when booking.

Top review

SusanVIP

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

Great food and ambience as usual and the cocktails are top notch.

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Popular dish

French Onion Gratinée

Branches Grill and Cafe

4.8

4.8 (31)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Chatham

About the restaurant

Branches Grill & Cafe, Chatham, Ma. Your Local Caribbean Restaurant. A family-owned restaurant in the heart of Chatham, Cape Cod. Locally-sourced ingredients, Caribbean-inspired dishes. A one of a kind restaurant, aimed to electrify and expand the palate, delivering quality food with amazing taste and freshness.

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Steven A .

Dined on 16 Nov 2024

We had a large group 9 people they accommodated us beautifully. Everyone had a wonderful meal and a great experience and we’re adventurous and tried many items from goat to manage water to conch, and everyone was thrilled with their food, as well as plenty to take home and enjoy for another time!!

Van Rensselaer's RESTAURANT & RAW BAR

4.9

4.9 (1383)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Wellfleet

About the restaurant

If you are having difficulty reserving a table on this site please call us directly at 508.349.2127.
Peter and Diane Hall & Chef Derek of Van Rensselaer's proudly continue to serve the freshest locally caught seafood, superbly prepared meats wonderful poultry, and a wide variety of salads, in addition to great homemade sauces, and desserts
Desserts are homemade and Chef Derek was written up for being a top Hawaiian Baking Chef in Hawaii for his Bread Pudding.
We have two small patios, open air with heaters and umbrellas as needed, An eight table screened in awning covered porch as our outside areas.
Our inside tables are well spaced, with black linen table clothes. Staff is noted for its professionalism and friendliness. We welcome you to Van Rensselaer's.

We are proud to say we are Level 1 Green certified! Check out our newly renovated bar for dinner or just a drink.

Top review

Charlie

Dined on 25 Oct 2024

Living in an area that restaurant's mostly focus on seafood it is refreshing that there are items on the menu that can appeal to a customer other than seafood. It is not often that you see roasted duck on the menu prepared crispy with a delicious dipping sauce. Nice change up.

Ships Inn

4.9

4.9 (481)

$31 to $50

American

Nantucket

About the restaurant

The Ships Inn Restaurant offers one of Nantucket's finest dining experiences. Located in an historic whaling captain\'s mansion built in 1831, the dining room and lounge are below street level and have an updated colonial atmosphere. Tall windows along two walls let in the summer breezes and let escape the sounds of happy conversation. This restaurant is a very good choice for an evening out with friends, and there are cozy, intimate alcoves for more romantic encounters. American/French cuisine is featured, with everything freshly prepared on the premises. Chef Mark Gottwald's food is bold and flavorful, and presented with understated elegance. Dinner menu selections include lobster, calamari, crab cakes, salmon, prawns, chicken, duck, beef, and lamb. Only the freshest ingredients are used. Members of our restaurant staff have been part of the Ships Inn family for an average of seven years or more. Friendliness, attentiveness, and food knowledge are the cornerstones of our operation.

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DeanaVIP

Dined on 5 Oct 2024

Awesome restaurant- everything was great from food to drinks to service.

The Ocean House Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (6052)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Dennis

About the restaurant

The Ocean House is closed for the remainder of the 2024 Season and will reopen in April 2025.

Welcome to The Ocean House, named one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America by OpenTable. 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

KathleenLVIP

Dined on 1 Nov 2024

Amazing as always! Always our first dinner out when we come to The Cape. Year after year the Ocean House never disappoints.

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Gluten Free Brownie Sundae

Popular dish

Point Judith Calamari

Black Eyed Susans

4.9

4.9 (238)

$31 to $50

American

Nantucket

About the restaurant

An island institution for over 30 years, BES has recently been reborn under new management and ownership. Chef Todd Edwards returns to create new + old menu item favorites, including BES’ classic linguini w/ clams and tuna tartare. With an intimate and cozy atmosphere, the restaurant features an open kitchen with counter and table service. BYOB.

Breakfast is open! Walk-in only.

Top review

LynnVIP

Dined on 6 Dec 2024

Food, atmosphere, service was all impeccable. A great nite for party of 4

Governor Bradford Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (37)

$30 and under

American

Provincetown

About the restaurant

Located in a building with a unique and telling history, we bring to the table classic dishes with a traditional Cape Cod feel and a new twist. Focusing on local, fresh, ingredients, our chef demonstrates how innovation can make old feel renewed. The bar room has been updated with a state of the art draught system. It is our privilege to be pouring craft beers from the most coveted breweries near and far. We hope you join us soon to enjoy our offerings.

Top review

Pat

Dined on 14 Dec 2024

The new "new" Gov Bradford is fun and a great place to hang out with friends. Drag Queen Karaoke is a must!

Leonessa

4.8

4.8 (1052)

$31 to $50

Italian

Yarmouth

About the restaurant

We warmly welcome you to Leonessa- an Italian-Inspired Kitchen & Bar on beautiful Route 6A in Yarmouth Port. Husband & Wife team, Chef Owner Diego Mota and Owner & General Manager Taylor Amara bring exceptional scratch made regional Italian cuisine and impeccable service to this iconic neighborhood. Combining the best of food and beverage of Italy along with the influences of its bordering neighbors coalesces into a dynamic, modern and elevated culinary experience. Chef Diego and Taylor's dream to pour their true love and passion for food, beverages, and hospitality is realized with every service. Reservations are for tables in each our four unique dining rooms while the Bar welcomes guests on a first come first serve basis. Please note that we do our level best to accommodate seating/area requests but they are not guaranteed. We also kindly ask that parties arrive together so that everyone can enjoy their time with us. Thank You.

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RobertVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Outstanding food and outstanding service! Our choices included Arancini, Truffled Short Rib Risotto and Veal Milanese, all of which came out piping hot and were portioned generously. The kitchen is obviously skilled and knowledgeable, as all the food was savory and flavorful. The entire waitstaff (host, bar staff, servers and runners) was professional, attentive and friendly. The restaurant itself can be annoyingly loud at times, but that won't deter us from returning. Highly recommended. They won't disappoint.

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