Where to eat, drink and shop for food on Nantucket
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Pizzeria Gamelle
ItalianPizzaNew to Town from the owners of Ventuno, this mostly take-out pizzeria offers unique Neapolitan-style pizzas with house-made mozzarella cooked in an oven imported from Italy and rebuilt brick-by-brick. Other entrees include homemade pasta, meatballs, and Italian desserts.
Pi Pizzeria
ItalianPizzaWood-fired pizza served alongside classic Italian American entrees in a rustic Neapolitan pizzeria. Their dough is made fresh each morning, sauce from scratch using imported San Marzano tomatoes and their homemade mozzarella cheese is grated fresh each day. Cocktails, craft beers and an extensive wine list are also available.
The Pearl
AsianNew England CoastalSeafoodJapaneseThe Pearl is reborn. The passion and perseverance of the former owners, lives on in the second generation of the beloved Pearl in the heart of downtown Nantucket. The keys have been passed on to help recreate the magic of the time-honored restaurant. Its swoon-worthy culinary and ambience are familiar. With its pioneering spirit intact, The Pearl borrows from its past, while dancing into its future. It sings tales from its seafaring journeys, which inspire the menu and its considerable interior design transformation, which is thoughtfully crafted with soft hues, plush seating, and inviting textures. The nostalgic sensibility of The Pearl invites you to experience all that is new, and revisit the legendary bar that boasts warm and welcoming, equally as legendary, bartenders. A familiar face that you want to spend time with as well as drink the latest inventive libations. Stay into the late evening for a bit of magic and unapologetic fun.
or The Whale
AmericanNew to Main Street, enjoy lunch and dinner in the renovated dining area, cocktails and appetizers at the 22-seat oak bar, or a gathering on the outdoor patio and garden. Here you have the option of a variety of settings to enjoy casual American cuisine.
Oran Mor
New England CoastalAmericanTucked away on the second floor of an original island home offering a cozy romantic candlelit dining experience. Oran Mor offers inspired simplicity with each ingredient complementing one another to create a unique, savory dish. Their menu features locally sourced appetizers, entrees and pasta.
The Nautilus
InternationalAsianNew England CoastalUnique and vibrant, small plate offerings as well as large multi-person “feast” selections. Inspired by global tastes, street food, Asian fusion and coastal traditions, each menu relies on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients to please the crowds that line up outside in the summer months to score a coveted reservation. More than 250 varieties of wine and sake are also available, personally selected by the house sommelier, with more than 25 also available by the glass.
Nantucket Wine & Spirits
As a year-round wine, beer and spirit shop, this family-owned store strives to go above and beyond for their loyal customers. Make special requests or have bottles delivered to your home or boat.
Nantucket Meat & Fish Market
Simple breakfasts, sandwich lunches and sushi are sold to-go at this family-owned and operated gourmet grocery. Stop in to fill your beach cooler, get dinner to go or stock up on specialty seafood, meats and cheeses, artisan baked goods and exotic pantry items.
Nantucket Lobster Trap
New England CoastalSeafoodOpen since the 1970's, this family owned and operated restaurant offers live lobsters and buck-a-shuck specials in a fun and upbeat setting. Make sure to try the Elbow Bender, their take on a classic rum punch. A perfect spot to enjoy great seafood, live musical entertainment and the option for outdoor seating on their covered patio.
Nantucket Bake Shop
BakeryFor more than 40 years, this island bakery has been cooking up confections from doughnuts and cookies to tortes and wedding cakes. More than just sweet treats, regulars stop here for Portuguese bread, savory croissants, Jamaican patties, gruyere cheese puffs, quiche and chicken pie.
The Muse
BurgersPizzaOpen year round this local bar has pool tables, ping pong, big screen TVs and Keno. Enjoy a pizza or pub-style fare while listening to live music and local DJs until 1 a.m.
Murray's Beverage Store
Murray’s convenient location on cobblestone Main Street has provided beer, wine and liquor for over 80 years to both locals and visitors.
Millie's Market
Millie's Market located next to their restaurant has everything you need for a day at the beach. This specialty grocery store offers beach toys, chairs, ice cream, snacks, beer, wine and more!
Millie's
MexicanNew England CoastalSeafoodCoastal fare and cocktails are served up beside Madaket Beach, a popular spot to watch the sunset. This fresh modern Mexican cuisine will not disappoint serving generous portions. Try a Po’ Boy, taco, quesadilla, or salad with fresh seafood, lobster or steak filling. Complete your meal with their signature Madaket Mystery. Dine in or order from their takeout window and bring to the beach. Millie’s also offers a free shuttle bus to and from Town.
Lola 41
InternationalSushiJapaneseThis trendy sushi restaurant and bistro is a fun option for a lively lunch or night out on the island. Creative cocktails, sushi, small plates and Japanese-inspired bowls are menu staples while four varieties of fries, gourmet international options and chopped salads make this creative cuisine more varied than that of a typical sushi bar.
Lemon Press
MediterraneanAmerican“Connecting people to healthy colorful food within their busy lives” is the goal at Lemon Press. This eatery, cafe, and craft cocktail bar located on cobblestoned Main Street provides a fresh and friendly space to gather over coffee and avocado toast, or shared plates and cocktails. Focusing on ingredients that are local and organic they create dishes and beverages that are inspired by both tradition and today’s health-conscious palate.
Languedoc Bistro
FrenchAmericanHere is where you will find French-inspired regional cuisine with an eclectic mix of locals, visitors, couples, singles, old-timers and newcomers enjoying some of the island's best food and wine. Sit downstairs in the bustling café and enjoy a casual supper or for a more refined dining experience choose a table in the upstairs dining room. In the summer another option is to dine on their terrace for a relaxing Sunday brunch or dinner outdoors.
Kitty Murtagh's
IrishAmericanThis authentic Irish pub offers two floors of comfortable family dining and drinks. This favorite island spot serves hearty Irish and American options, including traditional favorites such as bangers and mash, as well as meat and seafood pies. Enjoy free happy hour wings, $5 burger night, televised rugby, live music and pool tables in the friendly brick-and-wood pub atmosphere.
The Juice Bar
Ice CreamThe Juice Bar is proof that not all ice cream shops are created equal. This mecca for homemade ice cream, smoothies, floats and specialty desserts, serves long lines of loyal customers awaiting scoops of creative and classic flavors on homemade waffle cones. Vegan and gluten-free flavors are also available.
Jack & Charlie’s
Ice CreamIsland natives Jack and Charlie are two preteens who had a dream - to open their very own ice cream shop. This family business offers almost 25 flavors of homemade ice cream flavors, sundaes, smoothies, waffle cones and much more! This dog-friendly ice cream shop garnishes their cones with Milk Bones for their furry customers.
