Too big. Can't seemingly handle the volume. Food basic but needs locally sourced food. Menu never changes

The Seafood Shanty was our very first stop on Martha's Vineyard after landing! We wanted to kick off the trip with a casual seafood spot, and this was a great choice. You really can't go wrong with a steamed lobster, and the fried clam bellies were so good too! I feel like a lot of people come here for the rooftop, and I can definitely see why. Unfortunately, we weren't able to get a seat up there, but it makes sense considering it was sunset on a Friday and the place was already packed. A little bummed we missed out on the views, but we still really enjoyed our meal. Such a nice way to start our trip on the island! read more

Seafood Shanty - Fried Calm Belly & Steamed Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

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If you sit upstairs on the deck, the views here are dreamy! I ordered the clam chowder and a spicy salmon roll. The soup was good but the sushi came to me without it being rolled right. It just looked rushed and messy. I would come here again but order something different read more

Seafood Shanty - Clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

Visited on a weekday with no reservation and was easily seated at the second floor bar area. A short wait for service but once I was greeted the service moved pretty quickly. I was able to order a drink and lunch in which both arrived promptly. The Mahi sandwich was fresh and the fries were crispy. It was the perfect lunch portion. I visited again during my stay on the island for lunch and chose to be seated in the interior of the restaurant which was very clean and had a great view of the dock and boats going by. The staff were very courteous. My lunch companion had the lobster roll which she said tasted fresh, was packed full of lobster and had a buttery toasted roll. I would definitely visit again because it was easy to be seated even on crowded days, the lively atmosphere and consistently good food. $$ There is limited street parking nearby read more

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We've come here a couple of times over the past couple of years and every time the food is great. Not a bad lobster roll and the fries are delicious. We also tried the calamari and fish and chips and everyone loved their food. The service is great always and their outdoor area is so cute. read more

Seafood Shanty - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

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I love fried seafood so much, but I am cautious to try new places because so many places do it poorly. Seafood Shanty really blew me out of the water with the quality of their food. The restaurant is quite busy and can be cramped, but it has a great view because it's right along the water. With how busy it was, I was surprised that the staff were so friendly and attentive. The oysters were amazing. We ordered the fisherman's platter which included onion rings, fries, fried haddock, fried clams, fried shrimp, fried scallops, and coleslaw. Every single item was delicious. I was expecting to not like at least one of them, but they were all so good! The batter was perfect, well seasoned and so crispy. I still think about this platter all the time. read more

Seafood Shanty - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

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Cool spot right on the harbor. The buttered lobster roll was excellent! The wait can be long during peak season, but the view and food make it worth it. Great for a quick drink at the bar as well. read more

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Seafood Shanty is a place that I would definitely be interested in going back to if I'm visiting Martha's Vineyard! I had their half dozen oysters, a platter of fried seafood, lobster roll, and steamed lobster. My favorite was definitely the steamed lobster. I think they had a special going on - $27 for 1.5 lbs. That was definitely something I really like! read more

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When on the vineyard I always try to hit this spot. The best thing is the lobster dip. This time tried a fish sandwich and it was good but nothing spectacular. View is always great and you can sit outside. It does tend to get a little loud. Service has always been wonderful. read more

I'm not sure why the reviews are poor. The service is good. The large deck offers nice views. The food is pretty solid for a place that it doesn't have to be. We ordered raw oysters 3.5/5 (small), shrimp cocktail 4/5, Caesar salad 4/5, warm buttered lobster roll 4/5, PAN ROASTED MISO SALMON 5/5, and Boston cream pie 3/5 (dry). Good beer, wine, and cocktail options. read more

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Nice view of beautiful harbor in Edgartown with indoor & outdoor seating. My lobster roll was great, and my son enjoyed his grilled mahi. Fries were delicious in a generous serving, but I shouldn't eat so many. The service was good. Solid seafood and drinks choice with a big menu. read more

Such beautiful views from the up top bar we love coming here for its fresh delicious sushi our bar tender Zionn is just so attentive and kind always a pleasure to see a familiar face we frequent here a lot when I'm on the island read more

Seafood Shanty - The fried fish sandwich but very lightly fried great French fries too - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

Every year I love going to seafood shanty. One of my faves in edgartown. Food is consistently good. 4 stars instead of 5 only because this time when I went as a solo diner one day and the wind picked up, I requested to move my seat but because I didn't have other people dining with me they said I could only sit on the bar table. I was very disappointed especially because I was intending to order much more that day but couldn't fully enjoy myself. All my time as a solo diner (that tips well might I add) I've never experienced this at any restaurant. Outside of that they they have great indoor and outdoor seating with amazing views just maybe don't come by yourself :) When I came back the next day with my boyfriend we had the most amazing service and view read more

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We stopped by Seafood Shanty in Martha's Vineyard on a recommendation from the guy at our bike rental shop -- it's right at the end of the bike route, so it was the perfect lunch break before heading back. The restaurant is in a super cute area with a beautiful view of the beach. We walked in without a reservation and were seated right away, which was a nice surprise. We ordered lobster and lobster rolls -- both were fresh and delicious. One of my friends didn't know how to crack open the whole lobster, and the kitchen staff kindly did it for her. That kind of thoughtful service really stood out. Overall, great food, chill vibe, and excellent service. Definitely worth the stop if you're biking or exploring the area! read more

Seafood Shanty - Lobster Roll, Whole Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

This is one of the popular spot for lunch with a view in Martha's Vineyard. Since it was off peak time, it was not crowded, and we didn't need a reservation. We each decided to get a cocktail to go with our lunch. We got Shan-Fusion Mule, Ocean Berry Booze, and Mudslide. One thing to note: The bees were crazy about these maraschino cherries that comes with some of the drinks. If you are afraid of bees, ask the server for the drinks without the cherry, or remove it immediately and put it far away from you. For appetizer, we had Clam Chowder, a traditional New England chowder with lots of clams, creamy and comforting. For main, we all got lobster roll. They had the cold and warm version, and we got the cold one called Island's Best & Biggest Lobster Roll. And it sure was pretty big and with a mountain of lobster chunk meat! It was really tasty and super satisfying! The $34 price sounds expensive, but I think it was worth the price tag, as it was huge and you get so much lobster. We had a really nice lunch here. The drinks were nice, and the lobster roll was quite amazing. read more

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great service all very good we enjoyed this restaurant very much! Better than a while back when I was disappointed. read more

Although pricey, the lobster quesadilla was very delicious. Garden salad was a huge portion enough for 3-4 people. Service is ok as this place was packed and needed extra servers. read more

It was the most expensive, bland, small-portioned entrees I've ever had. $22 for what looked like a side salad, sprinkle of cheese and store bought croutons. For $15 more you can get a flattened, half of a chicken breast. Grand total $37 Cesar salad. Lobster quesadillas with a few pieces of lobster, 90% cheese in soggy tortilla shells was $29!!! Wilted lettuce and 2 tablespoons of salsa with no utilities. I will eat food from a gas station before eating there again! read more

Our hotel at Edgartown was right opposite the Seafood Shanty so we stopped by to grab lunch. It was the first day it opened for the season and looked really busy, but we were seated just a couple of minutes after arrival. I'd suggest making a reservation if you can because lots of people stop by for the beautiful view of the water. Ample indoor and outdoor seating, and they had high chairs for infants and toddlers. The food was really fresh and good, but just a little under wow factor in comparison with other restaurants in the area. We had the stuffed quahogs as an appetizer and really enjoyed it, you could taste the cocktail sauce which added a distinct flavor. Also tried the lobster dip and lobster quesadillas, which were also fresh and creamy. There's a kids menu as well. The service was really fast and friendly despite the crowd. Definitely stop by for the scenic views and if you're in the mood for seafood (which you'd probably be while at the vineyard). read more

Seafood Shanty - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

The Shanty has great views of the harbor and that alone is worth a visit. You can eat outside and watch the sailboats come and go - probably even better with an adult beverage. I ordered the signature lobster roll and it was just ok. There was sufficient lobster - the meat was average and the warm toasted roll was tough - not delicate and light. I also had the clam chowder and it was creamy but only lukewarm. Service was quick and friendly. read more

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IYKYK hell YA. eat on the upper deck!! our table was right on the edge with a beautiful view of the harbor. As we ate an incredible lobster roll while we watched seals swimming in the water. It was awesome. Location is perfect with all the cute shops right close by and just a short walk from the lighthouse as well. Tried to convince my friend to go back the next day I had such a good experience!! read more

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Beautiful view! Loved the outdoor seating option. No wait. The food was delicious! Chowder was smooth and creamy. The lobster roll (both warm and cold) was packed with meat. So good! The mussels were packed with flavor. The service was quick, accurate and kind! Absolutely would come here again! read more

Seafood Shanty - Cold lobster roll and fries - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

Great views and food. All of the classics as well as a sushi bar. Excellent cocktails and beers on tap. Reasonably priced. Emily is the best server. Will definitely be back. read more

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The one positive to this place is the location. Great big dining area with views of the water. Then it goes downhill from there. Unbelievably mediocre food with a waiter who gaslit my friends and I regarding our food order... yikes! When you get 2 out of the 4 items wrong (even after reading back the order to us!), you may want to look into a different job.... My friend and I were excited to try the mussels. But what was brought to us were "steamers". We had a few, confused by the color of the shell but thought to ourselves "hey maybe the east coast does mussels differently here". When our server came to check in with us, we clarified what we had be brought. He tried to play it off like we had ordered this, even though we specifically said mussels twice to him when ordering. There was no apology, no earnestness to earn back our trust. Our other friend had ordered the simple side salad but was brought the strawberry salad... You can eat fried fish, burgers and fries at any other joint and it will all taste the same! On to the next.... read more

Tried the hot and cold lobster rolls, and both were delicious. The cold roll comes with quite a bit more lobster than the warm. caesar salad was a hefty up charge but it was a good portion. Side of fries were also a good portion and crispy. Great views from the rooftop deck, so highly recommend dining there when the weather is nice. We were told the wait was 20 minutes and were texted in less than 10 minutes. Our server and the rest of the staff was super friendly. Had a good draft beer and cocktail selection. read more

Seafood Shanty - Warm lobster roll with Caesar - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

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Terrible experience. We arrived for lunch at 10:58. We were told they were not open yet. My partner asked if she could use the restroom. The hostess let her in right at 11:00. The manager said "who is this lady" when she was walking to the restroom. He aggressively approached the hostess in front of myself and another employee about his "compliance reason" for not allowing my partner to use the bathroom. The rude manager continued to badger and explain his ridiculous reason about the bathroom usage. My partner came out of the restroom & told him he was rude and he said "you're welcome". We were simply patrons on rainy Tuesday morning while on vacation and this manager single handedly ruined that memory for us. We have eaten there twice before and have send many friends and family. What a disappointment. Do better Shanbt read more

Great view, food, and service! Lobster dip had tons of lobster in it. We sat on the rooftop for a view of the boats. read more

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This place gets a lot of hype, but I was actually very disappointed in the size of the lobster roll and the quantity of lobster I received compared to the social media posts from others who have eaten here. The lobster roll itself was tasty though. read more

Seafood Shanty - Lobster Roll, fries, coleslaw - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

Early lunch on top deck with great view of harbor. Pleasant server . We ordered clam chowder first which was excellent though not very warm. Had Bloody Marys which although shrimp were tasteless the drink was ok. Seemed like they used a Cajun rimmer and the mix kinda bland. We wanted a small Caesar salad but were told we could only get a large one even though they offered a smaller one with handhelds . We ordered a fisherman's platter and although tasty, the scallops were under cooked while the haddock and shrimp slightly over cooked. Fried clams however were perfect as were fries, onion rings, and coleslaw. After spending about $100 just for food and another $50 for drinks we ended up almost $200 with tips for lunch. Given MV prices way high, the quality not as good as we had hoped, read more

Welcome back in 2025 - and the experience has changed INCREDIBLY! Visited a day before it shut down for the season, and was BLOWN away with the plump-est, cheesiest lobster quesadilla this side of the east coast, and DIDNT BREAK THE WALLET! Fried shrimp to dance for and a pretty good (it was over dressed tuna) poke that had amazing sushi rice (seriously, I was nursing a bad stomach upset and wanted some rice... and I was smitten with rice!). My sister, hailing from North Carolina, ordered the lobster quesadilla that simply blew our minds. Unlike the lobster-weak and cheese-deficient quesadilla of Wild Goose Tavern in Chatham, this bad-boy had knuckles, and tail and claws to make a fisherperson and lobster-deprived human dance for lunch. Chunky enough to share (my husband did the honors so that "no lobster was left behind). I don't know if this place has upped their game since 2013 or I have been seafooding my heart across Cape Cod and my expectations have changed... but this place hit it! I recommend getting there early in the season when they open and during "New England Second Summer" - the local's little secret. And service was absolutely wonderful read more

The vibes were great. I loved sitting by the water and just enjoying the company outside. Must go to place. My food was also delicious.

Excellent spot to have drinks and chat on a deck. The wait is never too long and the drinks are very good. The food - not so much. We started off with the clam chowder. Each person who ordered it ranked it a seven out of 10 or below with the majority being a sex. The clam chowder was way too thin, there was not enough seasoning, even in a lightly seasoned dish, the potatoes and clams were MI. Then again, my son who is sitting across from me and his girlfriend had all clams and potatoes. One of the few tricks in serving clam chowder is to stir it as your scooping. The lobster roll was very priced and had plenty of lobster meat. The problem was the lobster meat was flavorless. It had to have been previously frozen. Also not enough mayonnaise or celery. Then again some people would complain if there was too much mayonnaise or any celery. This is a very specific recipe that New Englanders are very fussy with. This was essentially a dry lobster roll = no mayonnaise no celery. California roll was also a flop according to the two of eight diners in our group who ordered it. There were no complaints about the hamburger or the chicken nuggets. All in all the view was great the food not so much. Hard pass for dinner or lunch. The appetizer menu was lacking. I recall being there and having appetizers and being happy but it seemed pretty slim today. read more

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Great views, service, food and drinks. A must stop if hanging around Edgartown. Great spot to wait for the 13, 6, or 9

Horrible welcome coming into the restaurant. Asked about bar seating on the roof, and response was "sure" as if we were bothering them. We ordered 2 drinks only and during a shift change. The bartender leaving cashed us out right after we ordered. We left and then were chased down the street by an employee claiming we didn't pay. Completely unprofessional and insulting. Won't be back is an understatement. read more

Get ready to have some fun and a great meal. If you're lucky enough to sit at the bar, the bartender can whip up anything you can dream of their drink. Menu has got some pretty wild drinks on it as well. Now for the food I can't begin to list the options because there's so many but I will give it my best rating for their sushi. it's on fire as are the guys that are rolling it fresh definitely a great place to go and bring the family as well. read more

I got the lobster roll, it was fine, not very good but nothing terrible. The fries that came with it were better than the sandwich. Our waiter took our order then disappeared for an hour. Someone else dropped our order and then we couldn't get anyone's attention for the entire time we were there. At least the view on the harbor was nice. A bit disappointed at the service especially spending over $40 on a lobster roll after tip and tax. (Honestly should not have tipped but the lowest option presented on the screen was 18% - and what am I gonna do? Click custom tip while the waiter is looking me in the eye over the little payment machine?) Would not come back here. read more

Seafood Shanty - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Edgartown, Massachusetts

Waiter got 2/4 of our meals wrong and didn't acknowledge his mistakes whatsoever. Food was extremely mediocre.

We stopped here for lunch the staff wasn't very friendly or helpful . We sat on the deck which had a great water view and that was the highlight of our lunch . For our appetizer we had the steam mussels which were very small and the garlic sauce had no taste . For our lunch we had fish & chips and The grilled mahi sandwich. The food came cold had wasn't very good . It was very over priced for the quality of the food. I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

Food was delicious, server was a wonderful person. Atmosphere was fun, relaxing time with friends would highly recommend this to everyone.

If you can avoid the rush, this is a great spot for deck dining with a fantastic view of the harbor. Shrimp tacos were solid and the French fries were perfect. The tuna poke bowl was also quite tasty. read more