PROS: loads of street parking, good food, priced well, menu variety is plentiful, spacious inside…read more The waitress, Olivia, was very friendly. CONS: it gets mobbed in here so you may have to be on a waitlist OVERALL: if it's not too crowded I recommend coming here

Where in Martha's Vineyard, visiting late October can you get lunch when many businesses have…read morealready closed up for the season? So glad I asked the owner of Sanctuary for a recommendation. We walked pretty much back to the ferry dock. It wasn't on the water but across the street. The man at reception was kind enough to unload the items on a sturdy looking crate for Pygmy me to get up onto a high bar stool. I always say I wish I was 2 inches taller. The restaurant had some patrons already eating or drinking. By the time we were done the place was packed. Everything was delicious except the unagi roll was definitely not unagi but some kind of raw cubed reddish fish. M guava ribs was the tenderest almost fall off the bone, perfectly sauced. Very glad we didn't go on the optional 3 hour tour so we could admire the New England style architecture, their landscaping and have time for a leisurely meal. When we had already left the place a couple from the bus who went on the tour asked if we ate there and how it was.

Let me start by saying this, during our four day stay we ate at MVCC three times! The best chowder,…read morelobster roll and mini crab cakes we've ever eaten! The Staff we're super friendly and accommodating and the atmosphere was extremely comfortable and inviting. By far one of the best experiences of our trip. Thank you all again and we can't wait to come back!

Landed in Martha's Vineyard hungry. Dropped off our luggage and Chowder Company was the first…read morerestaurant we ate at. Started strong with the calamari! Fresh and seasoned well. Hot and tasty with that good dip. Stuffed clams were loaded up with flavor and were great. The clam chowder was a bit watery but packed flavor. The lobster roll was fresh! Loaded with butter and huge plate of fries. The lobster roll was loaded with a lot of claw meat. It wasn't seasoned with much of anything. It felt lacking and plain. The captains seafood pasta was loaded with a variety of seafood! It had lobster, scallops, and shrimp with creamy garlic butter sauce. All the seafood was fresh but the pasta felt old and cooked. The sauce was lacking in flavor. Tbh, if I didn't see the menu, I wouldn't have known it was a garlic butter sauce. Overall the food had some highs and lows, the service was quite slow in the beginning. We waited by the door to be seated for quite a while even though the restaurant was near empty.

The service from Everett (and his recommendations) was wonderful, attentive friendly, and made our…read moreexperience even better. We especially enjoyed the house brewed beer, which was excellent. Highly recommend this place.

I walked in and felt good. Fun decor, with patches from all the states. Good ambiance and friendly…read moreservice. Home brewed beer, rotating seasonal ones as well. Ordered the clam chowder and it came piping hot. Absolutely delicious, one of the better ones on the island. The tavern burger was good. A bit overcooked but flavors pulled through. Potato pizza? Never had. I decided to try it and phew, was it heavy. It was tasty tho! The two of us couldn't finish it. The beers were amazing. I had two beers, blueberry and cider. WOW. If you like beer, come here. Brewed extremely well, deep in flavor and surprisingly high alcohol content for something so sweet.

Such a cute, welcoming, and eclectic place! I stopped in and grabbed a seat at the bar, the…read morebartender was friendly and attentive. The menu is interesting and each dish seems to be perfectly handcrafted, with some locals stopping by which is usually an indicator of a good spot. I read reviews prior and was intrigued to try the chicken pot pie. With the wait time, it definitely seemed like they were cooking from scratch in the kitchen and it sure did taste like it! Great comfort food and definitely worthwhile experience!

I simply LOVE this place!!! I had numerous meals at this restaurant during my summer stay in MVY!…read more It doesn't matter if you are sitting at the bar, a table for two, or a group! The food is too notch, made fresh to order and the service is fantastic! I wish they served breakfast! They always have some innovative cocktails and elevated comfort food! Do NOT skip dessert if the strawberry shortcake is on the menu and the lemon tart-the buttery graham cracker crust makes you want the slice to be larger! Looking forward to returning during my next trip!

place was spacious, has a restaurant component, staff was friendly, parking in the area at night,…read moreand no admission fee

Timothy was a great bartender. I ordered the social butterfly (gin, pamplemousse , butterfly tea,…read moreelderflower) good drink. Great presentation. I really liked the clam chowder flavorful. Would have liked if it was served with bread or crackers. Also got a side of the best mashed potatoes ever. Highly recommend. Next time I plan to save room for a dessert.

awesome experience. Surprisingly great food and cocktails. Will absolutely be back…read more Service was great too

Great spot for pub grub, beer and bowling. Food can be hit or miss. Pizza seems to be the best bet.read more

Fun little dive bar spot right on the water. We stopped in for a round of drinks and appetizers…read morebefore a later dinner. Can confirm the wings are the best ;) We also tried the fried pickles and popcorn shrimp which were excellent.

Three of us had lunch here in the Marina while in Oak Bluffs. We had been told that the Lobster…read moreRolls were very good here. We sat outside in the shade on a warm day with a view of the boats in the Marina. It was a very pleasant spot with good people watching. Just picnic tables to sit on. Our server was quick and efficient. The Lobster Salad Rolls were very tasty and came with very good Fries. We didn't find the lunch inexpensive, but the good food and location made our stop worthwhile.

While on our day visit to Oak Bluffs, we stopped here for a frozen drink and an app to relax. I…read moredon't think you can get a better view than here. We sat on the second level balcony and it was so relaxing watching the boats coming in and out. We ordered two frozen drinks, a melon colada and a margarita. I was so excited to see a melon colada on the menu because I don't see them often. Unfortunately, there was no melon flavor to it and it just tasted like a regular pina colada. We ordered chicken crispers as well. They were tasty and they give you a heaping portion so it's definitely an app for two. There's only one unisex bathroom downstairs that seemed to have a line every time I had to go. Not sure how great that would work out on a busy weekend.

Stopped here on a rainy Sunday to get a drink while the weather calmed down, lol. It was packed, so…read morewe sat on the covered patio. I got a Sam on the beach cocktail to enjoy the rainy views with. It was pretty good. Hubby got the burger with beer and said it did the job to fill his appetite. The service was kinda slow. Maybe on a better day we would have enjoyed it more.

PROS: staff was nice, place had a good amount of seats, menu variety was plentiful, and the place…read morewas clean CONS: it was cramped and the food was overpriced compared to other places OVERALL: I would come here for a quick bite to eat as long as you don't mind the pricing and nobody is there

Fat Ronnie's is slap ya mama good. For my first visit, I went because my friends raved about this…read moreplace, and they weren't lying. I love the turkey burger and the fries are good, you get a good amount of food too. It's busy but they move the line. It's a smaller spot so it gets crowded fast. For my 2nd visit, I took a trip from PVD just to get a turkey burger & fries. Family friendly and good vibes.

Had some time to kill before meeting a friend at the ferry and really pleased to have chosen…read moreNancy's over the plethora of other spots on the strip! I was a little hesitant given the ratings but I have no regrets. You order at the window and pick up your food so not much service to speak of, but the cashier's were nice and helpful and the bartender crushed it. I had a banana mudslide concoction that was absolutely delicious and perfect on a warm late summer day. I will almost always go for a lobster roll (warm with butter, please) and this time was no different. Price was on par with what you'd expect for a lobster roll on the island and the portions were more than I expected, a lovely surprise. Tables were clean and I snagged a picnic table with a view of the water. Needless to say I was happy as a clam and would absolutely come back.

In this episode of eating my way through Oak Bluffs, I made my usual stop at Nancy's -- a must-hit…read morespot whenever I'm on the island. This place has a little bit of everything, but there are two things you can't leave without trying. First, the fried shrimp. I know, it sounds basic, but these are on another level. Lightly battered, seasoned just right, and cooked perfectly -- no heavy breading to hide the flavor, just clean, fresh shrimp done right. Second, head downstairs to their outdoor bar, Donovan's Reef, and get yourself a Dirty Banana. Think of it as a Mudslide's cooler, smoother cousin. Donovan himself makes every drink, and if you're like me and don't want your cocktail overpowered by alcohol, this is the perfect balance -- sweet, smooth, and dangerously easy to sip. Nancy's is usually one of my first stops when I hit the island, and for good reason. Simple, fresh, and consistent. Verdict: Island staple, no debate. I eat, I judge. The fork stops with me -- your feelings aren't on the menu.