Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Dolphin Restaurant

    3.6 (157 reviews)
    Closed Closed

    Dolphin Restaurant Photos

    DOLPHIN RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

    You might also consider

    More like Dolphin Restaurant

    Recommended Reviews - Dolphin Restaurant

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Maine Lobster Thermidor Topped/Stuffed with Scallops
    EM H.

    During our overnight stay in Cape Cod on Sunday, July 21, 2013, DJ and I met up with the newlyweds, Deb & Anthony, for dinner at Dolphin Restaurant, a recommendation by the Inn Keeper where they were staying, LAMB & LION INN. Nestled along the picturesque coastline in Barnstable, MA, Dolphin Restaurant is a Cape Cod classic renowned for its gracious and inviting atmosphere. The establishment, adorned with white picket fencing and perfectly groomed landscape, exudes a charming New England ambiance. Inside, the comfortable atmosphere is refined with a cozy bar adjacent to a more formal dining room with tables elegantly dressed in crisp white linens, toile, and a nice fireplace. Embracing a legacy of fine dining, Dolphin Restaurant dazzles guests with an unforgettably delightful culinary experience. Their menu specializes in seafood offerings and is rich in comfort food dishes as well, featuring mouthwatering options that showcase the essence of coastal dining. Anthony, Deb and I all ordered the Maine Lobster Thermidor Topped/Stuffed with Scallops, an expertly crafted and elaborately presented dish that was decadently rich and flavourful. The shellfish was luscious; however, I did gross out on the unremoved red lobster eggs, yuck. DJ had the Pistachio-Crusted Halibut with Fruit Salsa, an exquisite dish of a symphony of flavours which he enjoyed. Our delicious dinner was complemented with extremely warm and friendly service. A wonderful time and quality dining experience we had. Dolphin Restaurant's intimate but inviting atmosphere combined with exceptional service, delectable plates and dedication to quality create an alluring culinary destination, making them stand out as a hidden gem, enchanting customers with fine dining Cape Cod style.

    COD Ruben

    Great service, Mitch is the best server! Great quilts food and drinks! If you're visiting the area, this place is a must 10/10!!

    Nautical memorabilia
    Kristen R.

    We took my parents here for an anniversary dinner. Of note, parties of four or more must call at least 24 hours in advance to make a reservation. When we arrived we were seated right away. Tasteful artwork and nautical memorabilia line the walls. There are tea candles on each table. Our server Amy was very attentive and graciously answered our (many) questions about different dishes on the menu. We were served crackers and rolls before our meals arrived. I also sampled some of the chowder. Everybody at the table was very satisfied with their meals and two of us took leftovers home because the portions were so generous. The only reason I give four stars inside of five is because the restrooms smelled truly awful - every other part of my experience there was wonderful.

    Amaretto bread pudding
    Mike B.

    Have been by this place many times and never noticed it. I'm very glad I tried it out. The interior is old Cape and it was an older crowd but it was still pleasant. The waitress we had was very attentive and nice as well. I had a chicken sandwich which was great and it had the biggest chicken breast I have had on a sandwich! Also make sure you try the amaretto bread pudding, it was fantastic! We all enjoyed our food and are glad that we stopped in.

    Fatboy S.

    Had a great experience here recently. Got the scallop casserole and steak. Both were great. Nice ambiance inside. But the service from our waiter Gustavo was outstanding. Will definitely be returning when in the area.

    The best scallops i have ever had. Also buffalo cauliflower a must try. Service was welcoming. We will definitely be back.

    Scrod with shrimp corn and spinach

    See all

    3 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ben T.
    45
    31
    5

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Cj A.
    93
    34
    89

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of J D.
    1
    200
    7

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Consistent delicious food, drinks and attentive fun servers Servers can make or break the experience and satisfaction!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Always have a well done, presented, delicious meal at the Dolphin. We've eaten there over a dozen times, will definitely go back!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Love the staff there and the attentiveness they provide to the patrons. Neighborhood gem!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of cath e.
    2
    159
    2

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Anne w.
    0
    54
    40

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Cha I.
    559
    59
    33

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Diane L.
    33
    168
    40

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Brian S.
    255
    1992
    28197

    11 years ago

    Helpful 20
    Thanks 0
    Love this 21
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of D J.
    26
    39
    28

    7 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Donna M.
    498
    899
    10771

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tim L.
    3
    98
    57

    9 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joe M.
    27
    4
    0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 2 of 4

    Ask the Community - Dolphin Restaurant

    You might also consider

    Cape Flats

    Cape Flats

    4.4(18 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    My husband had a craving for pizza as we were driving towards Provincetown, so after checking on…read moreYelp, I found this highly rated pizza place in Yarmouth. Plenty of parking. We ordered at the counter and they brought the food to us. We loved the salad we got and the pizza we shared. We got plastic utensils and paper plates, but the quality of the food was really stellar. The service was prompt and very attentive. I would come back next time I am in the area.

    Start with the positive - the inside decor is nice and…read moreupdated. A- Now the bad - Service was horrendous and there were only 3 other tables with a couple and a single person there. It took 45 minutes for a small pizza and chicken parm sub to come out after two other tables who arrived 25 minutes after us got their food. When I inquired where our food was, she said they had a lot of pizza orders. I explained to her that the other two tables who arrived 25 minutes after us after us had received their food, she then said we are waiting on the sandwich and the pointed to the pizza that was ready. They delivered our fries to a table who hadn't even ordered. -Food equally horrendous as the service. F Chicken parm was from frozen chicken. Dense meat. Breading was falling off. Sauce lacked flavor and the roll was a stale supermarket roll. Pizza soggy in the middle. It was slop. Crust was the only good part. Owners need to address the poor service and the bad food.

    Photos
    Cape Flats  - Cold brew on tap

    Cold brew on tap

    Cape Flats  - The Flats spread

    The Flats spread

    Cape Flats

    See all

    Pain D'Avignon

    Pain D'Avignon

    3.9(567 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    I tried Pain D'Avignon because I was looking for something different and I haven't been to a…read morepatisserie for years. The interior is pretty basic, small tables and small chairs, so a person of substance such as myself didn't find the seating comfortable. I tried: - French onion soup: this should have been an easy win. I found the Gruyere cheese to be overly thick, and the broth to be heavy handed on the wine. - Steak tartare: this was a good dish. The beef was thin cut, smooth, and the egg was cooked just right so the yolk added richness that then got offset by the capers. Due to the richness, you may actually find that this could be all you need for a meal, despite it looking small. - Croque Madame: le sigh, what a failure this sandwich was. Over easy egg? Not today, over medium, so not much runny yolk but a thicker one. This is a gigantic salt bomb, in addition. They serve your water in tiny glasses and every bite led to downing an entire glass of water. It's good they were on top of refilling the glasses, but even then I finished a quarter of this before I couldn't take it any more. I did saunter over to the counter where they have a lot of good looking pastries, so we'll see if the ones I bought end up redeeming this place. As it stands, I can't recommend this establishment unless you'd like to try the tartare.

    Hideous, over salted food with lousy service and an even worse customer service problem. Apparently…read moremy sister purchased a gift card from here, which not only didn't arrive to her but she was then given a non-existent email address to inquire about her order. This is YOUR responsibility guys. Seriously? You stole her money, and refused to help her track something you claimed to have sent. Shit establishment. One star is too kind.

    Photos
    Pain D'Avignon - Very cute bar

    Very cute bar

    Pain D'Avignon
    Pain D'Avignon - Frenchie art

    See all

    Frenchie art

    Portside Tavern - Rice Bowl

    Portside Tavern

    4.2(843 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    I cannot rave enough about this place. I've visited Hyannis in March, three years in a row. Every…read moreyear we have eaten here for one of our meals. Every year is has been incredible. This year we came back because of how outstanding last year was. I ordered the chili again, even though I knew it meant I probably wouldn't eat my whole meal. My friend ordered the fish and chips and upgraded to truffle fries. She said it was probably the best fish and chips she's had. Now... for my meal... I am not exaggerating... BEST meal I have EVER had. Ever. I had the cod. Baked. With pesto, and sun-dried tomatoes. Served with roasted potatoes and spinach. So flaky. So tender. Perfectly cooked. The flavor was something straight from heaven. Breaks my heart I'm not local. I'd eat this weekly. All of the staff is always so friendly. A gentleman also checked in... not sure if he's a manager or owner. This is a top notch place. I'll definitely be back.

    We recently stopped by Portside Tavern and were reminded why we love great local spots like this…read more It's a fantastic low-key bar that's just as good for dinner as it is for catching a game. The TV screens are perfectly placed, the bartenders are friendly and attentive, and the overall atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. The pizza was excellent -- flavorful, hot, and done just right. We also tried the meatloaf, and it genuinely reminded us of our grandmother's from years ago -- comforting, hearty, and full of flavor. That's not something you find everywhere. Even in the middle of winter, the place had a warm, lively vibe. We ended up having a great conversation with someone we later found out was the owner -- just chatting about everyday life. That kind of genuine hospitality says a lot. Good food, great service, and an easygoing atmosphere. Thanks for a great experience -- we'll definitely be back!

    Photos
    Portside Tavern - Interior

    Interior

    Portside Tavern - Pretzel app

    Pretzel app

    Portside Tavern - Exterior

    See all

    Exterior

    Dolphin Restaurant - sandwiches - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...