Blackfish may be my favorite restaurant on the Cape and it's also home to one of my favorite dishes of all time, their tuna bolognese. Just away from the hustle and bustle of rt 6 rests this unassuming restaurant tucked into the pines. When you enter you instantly get a cozy tavern vibe with brick and wood, and part of their dining room is partially underground with views of the surrounding hostas and ferns. I believe their space was a smithy once upon a time. The setting is rustic, but the service is fantastic and what you'd expect in fine dining. Waitstaff is knowledgeable about the offerings and attentive without being overbearing. The food is amazing. When you're sick of fried clams and French fries you should come here and reset. I've had several different dishes here, but I always come back for the tuna bolognese. It may sound crazy, but it's absolutely delicious. The fresh pappardelle is always perfectly toothsome, and the lemon and ricotta sends it over the top. Their desserts are always 10/10 too. The panna cotta we had tonight was so fresh and bright, the perfect way to end a meal. Definitely a great spot for a special occasion or just a treat! Just a note: The parking lot is fairly small and unpaved. There is one accessible designated spot by the front door. read more

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Loved the experience at Blackfish! The service, the ambiance, and the food was excellent. I'm still trying to recreate the Tuna Bolognese at home! Go here if you have had your fill of fried seafood, and more typical Cape fare, and you are looking for a different dining experience. Small, quaint, and delicious!! read more

Enter into a painting that could be an experiment by Rauschenberg. Angelica started service with a smile out of Vermeer. Superb salad special with shaved delicato. Sadly overrated scallops. Amazing short ribs, addictive tuna bolognese, lovely gnocchi with lobster & shiitake. Sad too fried sole (with delicious asparagus. Special pork steak w/squash. Ran out of chocolate torte with pretzel crust--so disappointing. We had a delicious bread pudding. Truro white and red wines showed well. A bit noise-friendly, hard to converse at normal volume. Attractive wood and brick setting for cool window and art placement. Very well appointed bathroom art, sticky floor. read more

Blackfish is a gem in Truro. The food is always incredible with locally sourced ingredients and a thoughtful wine list.

Phenomenal meal supporting one of my absolute favorite places, despite being take out due to COVID! The white bean hummus and olive oil with bread is always a must. The organic greens salad with fried shallots was so fresh and a good portion. We added Gorgonzola which was a nice addition. I had the tuna bolognese because I wait all year long for this dish. Absolutely phenomenal dish, words cannot describe how decadent it is. Everything blackfish creates is always fabulous. No complaints ever read more

Blackfish - Tuna bolognese - New American Near Me - Truro, Massachusetts

Still one of the best restaurants on Cape Cod! Food is excellent and shows a heightened degree of flavors and execution. Great ambience, cozy and intimate but diners are not crowded. Great bar area too for solo dining. read more

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What an awful experience! Though the service was good, the food was abysmal. While our apps were acceptable (longnook salad and a scallop special) the mains were terrible. Both were specials - I had the halibut which was ridiculously dry, no sauce to speak of and enough root vegetables to feed several plates. It had clearly been premade and reheated, probably in a microwave and the 'sauce' was a drizzle under the mound of veggies that served no purpose for the halibut. The grill marks looked fake! My husband ordered the other special Chicken a la King that arrived with shredded dry chicken and no cream sauce. I had one glass of crazily overpriced Sancerre and we each had a dessert (chocolate pie - ok and carrot cake - tiny and meh). The bill was over $250 (after tip). Never again, especially after having wonderful fresh food in other places nearby. Such a shame! read more

Still basking in the afterglow of a wonderful meal. Early resy b4 a show. We were tempted by the strawberry martinis and really enjoyed. Fried oysters were delicious - especially their unique mignonette. Shared the arugula salad with watermelon, candied watermelon rind, julienne radish, pistachios and pecorino - fabulous. She had the mussels - tender, plentiful, lots of tasty sausage added and a really nice cream broth. I had the Tuna Bolognese with lemon marscapone (!) and it was definitely the best entree I've had on Cape and top 5 or 10 of all-time. It was that good. Mouthfuls of flavors in every bite of each course. Wonderful service at the bar. Just a five-star restaurant experience in a rustic setting. read more

I came here with a party of 12 to celebrate my parent's wedding anniversary, and I really enjoyed the food and drinks. I ordered the raw Wellfleet Oysters, the burger on a gluten-free bun with the garlic aioli, topped off with a coke and a delicious glass of rosé. We loved our waitress and Curtis behind the bar who shucks the oysters. They have plenty of gluten and dairy-free options and will even serve a basket of gluten-free bread with the regular bread. Blackfish is a very nice restaurant with a great atmosphere and delicious food. Overall I wish I could come back here more often and would recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves good food. read more

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Warm welcome, friendly service and cozy setting in Truro. Started by sharing local salad, grilled heirloom carrots and foraged mushrooms. All were excellent. Sole was yummy, simply cooked with capers and grilled asparagus. Didn't really care for the cauliflower rice. Crispy chicken thighs could have been a bit crispier. Rhubarb dessert was excellent. Only real complaint was martini was not very cold (maybe it had been sitting at bar for a few minutes). read more

We've been coming to the Outer Cape for several years and were always satisfied with average fare. The seafood shacks and family restaurants were fine - great sometimes. However I was always looking for something more upscale and higher quality. THIS IS THE PLACE. Hard to get a reservation, we went early and got a table about 5:30. Wow. From the specialty cocktails to the salads and main entrees it was really in a class by itself. The staff was so informative and helpful and the food was deliciious! I ordered the day boat scallops - portion was big, scalloped were cooked perfectly. The menu had everything you could want. The best part - I didn't mind the cost but it was more than reasonable. Families were here in shorts - not dressed up and the atmosphere was calming and quiet. Highly recommned - a great expereince. read more

Another outstanding meal here. The produce is fresh and local. The mussels as appetizer were entree sized and tons of warm fresh bread to soak up the creamy broth. The roasted carrots insanely good with preserved lemon and tahini. Main dishes were other worldly, such as rabbit papardelle, burger, grilled halibut and Panko crusted cod. Too full for desert but next time for sure.b read more

It's so unfortunate to post this review. Blackfish was a special place for us to go and we have always had exceptional service, a lively atmosphere, and the best quality, freshly prepared food. I truly thought about this post and frankly decided against it, until I saw a fellow loyal customer post a similar experience to ours. Last Saturday night we went as a group of 6 celebrating a 59th wedding anniversary. We were all excited to go to Blackfish again and we had alerted the restaurant a number of days in advance for a special dessert for the occasion. First we all went to the bar for drinks - the service could not have been worse and the cocktails were even worse. We could not get cocktails napkins out of the bar tender, completely ignored us for about 15 minutes. The flavor of the margaritas was weak and no slates rim despite two requests. Then came dinner: again absolutely terrible service. We have never been so rushed to order and even pressured by the staff to order. It was not a busy night either with many open tables. That says a lot in of itself. The salads and entrees we actually very good and consistent. The chef deserves a lot of credit, but two dishes being served were literally dropped on the table and splashed all over two people. There was no apology or attempt to help. We had to ask for a wet cloth. We asked about our special dessert and more drinks for the table. It was literally met with a very lengthy rolling of the eyes, who announces she knew nothing about the dessert other than to offer the 3-4 desserts on the menu. At these price points and history of Blackfish you anticipate something much, much better than this experience especially for such a celebration. I have left two message this past week to speak with someone about this experience. If they simply had returned my call, offered an apology I most certainly would never post this review. Disappointedly we will never go back to Blackfish - it's dramatically deterred on a number of fronts. read more

This place is terrific. The only challenge is getting a table. I wish they would just have a telephone no. To see if they have spots at the bar for dinner. The owner and staff are as good as the food and that's saying plenty. read more

Another fabulous meal at Blackfish..Nice cocktail list..I enjoyed the ginger margarita and my husband enjoyed the strawberry martini - we shared the cherrystone clam appetizer ..a little too spicy for me and the bluefish Caesar salad - a nice substitute for anchovies..the lettuce rested like it just came from the garden - house made sourdough croutons..Tuna pappardelle with mascarpone cheese and lemon never disappoints ..I loved my entree lobster with gnocchi butter beans and duxelles mushrooms..our waitress as lovely - attentive and helpful.. read more

Blackfish - Tuna pappardelle - New American Near Me - Truro, Massachusetts

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Came here on a girl's weekend - enjoyed the delicious cocktails (recommend the strawberry basil martini), burger, and entrees. Loved the unlimited bread and bean dip. The staff is also super friendly. read more

Blackfish - Tuna Bolognese, Burger - New American Near Me - Truro, Massachusetts

Hoping I just caught it on a bad night...or in the midst of a staffing crisis. But the chill that ran down my spine from the negative vibe and demeanor of the bar staff was enough to make me want to leave Truro...or the Cape..or maybe Massachusetts. Not recommended for solo drinks...at least not for me. The cocktail was fruity and the water was chilled though. So there's that. read more

We really wanted this dinner to be special but were disappointed... We started with oysters and were shocked to get a bad batch. What's worse, the server insisted they were fresh and even though one of our party was about to get physically sick, she never apologized and didn't ask how to make it right (maybe by offering bread?). We also tried the heirloom tomato special with burratta and definitely do NOT recommend. The scallops appetizer was good but the Parmesan crisps they served with could have been skipped. And we sprung for the lobster but it was also not fresh, and the gnocchi it came with was awfully bland (certainly not worth the price tag). It's really too bad, the service could have made up for this but fell far, far short of expectations. read more

The food is always superb, the staff and owner are always welcoming, a great meal every time read more

Blackfish is a magical place. It's like a rustic cottage in a secret garden with creative drinks and food that charms and puts a spell on you. read more

Don't go unless you have a reservation. We were stuck in a corner at a bar top. Food was okay. Definitely not on our must go back to lis.

Charming Truro restaurant with menu with something for everyone. We sat at the bar. Service was attentive. I enjoyed the carrot appetizer and my husband raved about the scallop appetizer. We both had specials, my husband the jerk chicken and I had the catch of the day striped bass. Recommend reservations. read more

Another outstanding dining experience at Blackfish. The Bar seats our choice for dinner. Kari and Curtis are pleasant and flawless with mixing cocktails, menu suggestions and dinner specials. Started with a perfectly made bourbon Manhattan for me and an ice cold Pinot Grigio for my wife. Braised short rib for me. For her a Panko incrusted lemon caper bure blanc sole. Both were delicious. Finished off with a panna cotta w/ fresh berries. Thanks Eric and staff. Blackfish never disappoints. read more

We loved our meal at Blackfish.The food and service was excellent and we highly recommend it.The service at bar was outstanding.The bartenders made us feel at home. read more

One of the best meals you can find on the cape. Phenomenal meal supporting one of my absolute favorite places, despite being take out due to COVID! The white bean hummus and olive oil with bread is always a must. The organic greens salad with fried shallots was so fresh and a good portion. We added Gorgonzola which was a nice addition. I had the tuna bolognese because I wait all year long for this dish. Absolutely phenomenal dish, words cannot describe how decadent it is. My boyfriend had the steak, my brother had the short ribs and his girlfriend also had the tuna bolognese. Everything blackfish creates is always fabulous. No complaints ever. read more

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This is truly a phenomenal restaurant! The staff is beyond exceptional! Eric at the front desk... Curtis and Kerry at the bar.... Some of the nicest and skilled people in the business! The food is incredible, no matter what you order you'll love it!! Fresh and creative cuisine!! Do not miss this restaurant, you won't be disappointed!! read more

TWO WORDS TUNA BOLOGNESE And an overall classy experience- Quaint, great service and amazing take out!!!! read more

The best restaurant on Cape Cod! Perfect for date night. Great great food and lovely service.

Probably one of the best meals I've ever had on the Cape. Service was a little slow and it took 15-20 minutes to get our drinks. Other than that, no complaints. We started with the fried oysters and the bread with white bean hummus. Personally, I think bread should be gratis, but Blackfish charged $4 for a low cost appetizer. My entree, the pan seared sole, was amazing. We also tried the lamb bolognese and the braised short ribs. All were excellent. It was no wonder we couldn't get a reservation for 6 in July. read more

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This was an outstanding birthday meal! The server was incredible, the food was perfect, the quiet calm ambiance made it a night to remember. The Paloma i ordered with a spicy tequila 10/10. My husband and i had the best squid and oysters to start. Enjoyed two of the more popular dishes, lobster gnocchi and tuna bolognese (both incredible) as the main dishes. Finished with a chocolate dessert that was recommended by our wonderful server. We will be coming back for his birthday next. read more

Our second visit was equally spectacular, starting with the service to the atmosphere and most importantly the fabulous cuisine. The cocktails are top shelf and never disappoint. We started with the perfectly seared sea scallops sitting atop a creamy Parmesan fondue. The fried oysters were nicely prepared and balanced with a vinegar based dipping sauce. The star of the show was the fork tender and flavor packed braised wagyu short rib. Words can't accurately describe this entree so you must try it for yourself. Don't miss out on this unique and highly recommended restaurant. Reservations are a must. read more

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Very few restaurants manage to continue leaving a bad taste in your mouth after you've already dined and left the premises--but Blackfish is truly exceptional in this regard. Had dinner here with my sister and best friend a few weeks ago. My sister was visiting from out of town and made a reservation at Blackfish weeks in advance because she heard the food was good. The day before we were to dine there she received a voice mail informing her that she had a reservation for seats at the bar, and reminding her not to be late for her 6:30 seating time. She was never informed when making her reservation online that it would be at the bar, but we showed up anyway at 6:15 for our reservation. The place was nearly completely empty; when my sister asked if a table was available she was rudely told NO! by the maitre d' and we were seated at the bar, where two bartenders were busy loudly banging out multiple drink orders. To say our experience eating at the bar was sub-par is an understatement; we were treated like barflies who had the nerve to want to eat food. Eventually we were given menus and told the specials. After our food was delivered we had the gall to request napkins and tableware. The bartender was very interested in serving us more drinks; when I ordered another at her suggestion she made it and then promptly turned around and served it to someone else seated at the bar. Less than a minute later. The food was good, which is why Blackfish gets its two stars. When my sister left a perfectly reasonable review on another website saying that she was disappointed to be seated at the bar without being asked when making the reservation, someone from Blackfish responded online rudely claiming "YOU MADE A BAR RESERVATION." Even if they were correct, the customer is always right. Well, not at Blackfish. There are many, many other places to get great seafood on the Cape minus the dismissive, arrogant attitude and sketchy reservation policy. Many of the 4 and 5 star reviews on Yelp are from two years ago. Lots of those from this year are one and two stars. This place is SO over. read more

Party of 4. 3 meals good, nothing great. My meal was ridiculous. Seafood stew with shrimp, whitefish, clams and mussels. Clams were the sandiest I have ever been served (and I go clamming all the time), white fish barely present, and the shrimp were those tiny frozen things. Broth was good so I filled up on dipped bread. All this for $37. If you are serving fish in this part of the world, you should be paying attention. Won't be back. read more

The food was fantastic! I had the duck and it was the best I've ever had. The service was also fantastic - A+! Ambience was just right! Not too big of a place so it's not really noisy. I highly recommend dining here. I just wish it was open year-round! read more

We arrived without a reservation, and Eric came out into the parking lot to hail us down for a cancellation table that was now available. I have a few food allergies and they were exceptionally accommodating. Food was fresh, delicious and did not make me sick. My allergy free dining companions were very happy with the choices. Great wine from a local vineyard and excellent cocktail options. Many vegetarian and meat options. Evening special frisée salad with duck egg was pronounced perfect. Highly recommend food and drinks here. Cudos to Angela our server gif her recommendations and her patience with us! read more

Food was excellent. We went for the first time this past weekend and ever course was unique and prepared perfectly. The scallop appetizer could have used one more scallop, but the grilled sea bass was perfection. Highly recommend. read more

We had a great meal last night the food was beautifully presented and fresh. My wife felt that one appetizer was not prepared as described on the menu. It tasted good to me and I ate the whole thing. Later the server asked about the meal and we told her about difference between how the food tasted and the menu description. Without any prompting the item was removed from the check and an apology was offered. I told her that was not needed especially since I happily devoured the dish. She said don't worry about it. This kind of professionalism is hard to find. We have been eating here for years and will continue to do so for many more years to come. FYI, the business hours posted on Yelp are not accurate. Blackfish is only open seasonally and during the open season the restaurant is not open 7 days a week. Calling ahead is recommended. read more

Blackfish - New American Near Me - Truro, Massachusetts

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Food was pretty good, but pretty overpriced. (As is true for many places on the cape). Chips were partly not crispy - but plentiful; skin on duck was not crispy as promised Environment was romantic/ classic/ lovely The people next to us were so loud we couldn't hear ourselves think never mind talk- not their fault but not pleasant There were three black people working there in lower level positions; the servers and host were all white - Looks like racism and it adds to my impressions of the place and not in s good way. Will not return read more

Great food. Great service. Loved the pork belly. Loved the scallops Can't wait to go back.

The food and service is very good. It's a little expensive but it is worth it. I have been several times.