As a native New Englander, I don't say this lightly: this was one of the best seafood meals we've…read morehad in a very long time. Phenomenal oysters and shrimp; seared tuna was stellar! We made the rookie mistake of showing up without a reservation on a Tuesday night, and the restaurant was packed. The hostess, who was in training, handled the situation with such poise. She was warm, thoughtful, and transparent about the 45-minute wait, which we genuinely appreciated. What really set the tone, though, was Will. I later learned he was one of the owners, but you never would have guessed it. He wasn't standing back overseeing the dining room; instead, he was in it, working just as hard as everyone else. He welcomed us personally, empathized, and even offered us a cocktail while we waited. As we sat nearby, we watched him gently coach the hostess in training. There was humor, kindness, and encouragement, balanced with clear expectations: simple reminders like making sure every guest is greeted the moment they walk through the door. It was leadership by example. He carried himself with humility, intention, and a work ethic that he clearly models for his entire team. Watching those interactions made me appreciate the restaurant even before we sat down to eat. By the end of the meal, the wait didn't matter one bit. In fact, after experiencing both the hospitality and the food, we completely understood why the restaurant was full on a Tuesday night. The service was exceptional. I'll update this review once I remember our server's name because she absolutely deserves recognition. She was attentive, incredibly hardworking, and gracefully managed not only our table but the many families with children around us. The manager also stopped by to check on us, and it felt entirely sincere. The model started at the top and was clearly part of their ethos. They were so generous which is why we recommend this spot to anyone visiting the area! The food was every bit as impressive as the service. The shrimp cocktail featured some of the largest, freshest shrimp I've had in years--perfectly chilled and absolutely delicious. The oysters were impeccably fresh and beautifully presented. Every dish reinforced why New England seafood has the reputation it does. Great restaurants serve great food. Exceptional restaurants create a culture that guests can actually feel. This place does both. We'll absolutely be back--and next time, we'll be smart enough to make a reservation.

The Black Whale is one of my favorite local spots! The food is always excellent, the service is…read moreconsistently great, and the sushi is incredibly fresh. My go to is the Everything Roll. Great food, great atmosphere, and always a place I look forward to coming back to.

For $20 you get a tub full of tuna with ginger, wasabi, soy sauce and chopsticks. This is fresh…read morefish at its best--straight out of the ocean! The guy running the booth will tell you all about the tuna, where he got it and how he started selling sashimi. Support local businesses and local fishermen by eating fish the way it was meant to be eaten, right by the ocean.

The staff is amazing the mudslides need I say more lobster rolls are to die for…read more Matt and his staff are the best

4 visits in 72 hours...I think that says it all. Every meal was consistently great, the seafood was…read morefresh, the staff was friendly, and the mudslides were dangerously good. The vibes/atmosphere are amazing everyone is super friendly. Easily one of our favorite spots in Mashpee can't wait to be back next year!

Delicious smoothies and very friendly, helpful staff! They…read morewill make a smoothie on their menu or accomodate you on your own version of a smoothie. Our favorite place ...

They take very good care of me. I've been going to the green light for my health because I have…read morebeen dealing with cancer the past couple of years and they always suggest the most healthiest juices . I highly recommended this shop,. It's a wonderful place and the family is very caring. I just love them.

This spot has become our go-to oyster bar…read more They recently launched a terrific $100 tasting menu for two, available on Tuesdays through Thursdays. It includes a dozen oysters, several shrimp and littlenecks, plus your choice of three hot or cold plates. With drinks and tip, our total for two came to $175. Highly recommended--a great experience all around!

We had a really great time at Bristol Oyster Bar. The oysters were delicious. We had an assortment…read moreof small plates include calamari, deviled eggs and pork belly. Everything was very tasty. The service was fine. It was very busy on a Thursday night! The ambiance is fun. It's a poppin' restaurant and there were lots of people out having a good time.

We had a fun time learning about oyster farming and tasting a ton of fresh oysters. The brothers…read moreare great educators and boatmen as well as having a crew that was proficient at shucking. We were never without fresh shucked oysters for the half hour we spent at the farm. Luckily the weather cooperated and we had some cloudiness. The wine (in cups we brought with us) highlighted the crisp salty flavor of the oysters. Definitely a positive experience on the island.

We did the boat tour and had a lot of fun. It's a casual BYOB setting and they shuck unlimited…read moreoysters for you. You have to bring your own cups, corkscrew, etc so be prepared. The boat departs from Owen Beach Pier in Vineyard Haven so we parked on Main Street and walked down. It's a little over an hour and the hosts are really friendly and informative. Great excursion if the weather cooperates!

First visit to Mean Burgers and it was all positive!…read more The traffic was nonsense but other than that... My son & I went at an off hour on a cloudy Wednesday. There were a few other tables and by the time we left it was picking up with an early dinner crowd. We had a lovely server named Jodi who was attentive & helpful. The windows were open so I am not sure if they have air conditioning but we were not too warm. The food was delicious! We got the Jerk burger, cooked perfectly, large portion! I might get the aoli on the side in the future it was just a tiny bit too much for me but really good! We had a side of plantains which were perfect & made the mistake of upgrading to salads on both. We should have done one with fries & one with side salad. Definitely worth checking out!

Had a great time on our last night of vacation. We rode our bikes down the rail trail from our…read morecottage and pulled right off the trail into their parking lot. There's plenty of bike parking by the beer yard. It was a nice day so we wanted to sit outside and have a few beers in the Hog Island beer garden. Service was great. They were getting prepared for the busy season training some folks, and everyone was very friendly and hospitable. The beer garden itself was a huge grassy area with plenty of seating, a mix of picnic tables and regular tables with chairs. Despite it being right by the woods it didn't seem too buggy which was really nice. After hanging out a bit we decided to get dinner there. We were able to order food right at the beer garden and pick it up at the take out window. The food was awesome! We got a bowl of clam chowder, loaded tater tots, and the Rt 6 bacon cheeseburger with a side of greens. First, they're not messing around when they say 'loaded' tots! Some places put a sad little drizzle of cheese sauce on top, but theirs were thoroughly covered with a delicious beer cheese sauce, fresh bacon, and scallions. The clam chowder was great! Not too thick, lots of clams and clam flavor. And the burger was amazing! A nice, thick, juicy patty that was perfectly cooked, a really fresh brioche style bun with lots of flavorful toppings. We walked through the restaurant itself to use the bathroom and it seemed like they had a lot of seating, a nice bar, and a patio area. The only bathrooms being inside the restaurant was a little annoying, but I'm going to give them the benefit of the doubt that they'll have some port-o-potties by the beer yard come the full fledged busy season. Overall a really nice time and we look forward to returning!

Good for oysters and draft beer. Their seating design is…read moreunfortunate. They put tables less than a foot apart, and when someone is next to you, sick, coughing and blowing their nose into their napkin, it feels gross to be so close. Also, not sure how well they bus their tables after people leave. My table had a sticky spot so I added some water to my napkin to wipe it and the napkin was pretty dirty. Got shrimp & grits and the shrimp were yummy, piping hot but the grits were room temp. Same thing kind of happened with the entree. Fish was cooked nice and came out hot, but the mashed potatoes under the fish was room temp.

This place is a gem. Food is always good. Drinks and service are superior. The bartenders make you…read morefeel welcomed. App and oyster specials are great. Have eaten here several times. Best of the best at a reasonable price.

Great service, they got our party of 12 in within five minutes when every other restaurant we…read morecalled could not seat us. The food was delicious. Even the person in our party who did not like seafood got a burger and said it was great. The Lobster Flight was an awesome idea. Price comparable to the area. Highly recommend this place.

We got to sit outside in a beautiful day. Ordered the Stuffies, Mussels and Cajun Swordfish for…read morelunch. Food was ok. 2 clam stuffies for $17 a bit pricey. Friendly staff and they seated us quickly. It was a nice view sitting outside. Nice place to sit and enjoy a drink but not sure I'd I'd eat here again.

This is a nice restaurant with good service. The steak frites were very good, one of the few…read morerestaurants that know how to season fries. The Caesar salad with chicken and with salmon was excellent. The creme brulee and the lava cake were good desserts.

Nice staff, but food isn't great. If staying at Chatham bars inn, better off going to The Veranda,…read morefood is better there.