Practically buzzing as I walked through the door. We had a late reservation, 8:45, and even then people were huddled up around the door waiting in anticipation for their reservation. Our waiter took us to a quiet secluded area of the restaurant. So we only saw a few others once we were seated. Our food came out in a timely manner. We had a vegetarian in the party, but we were able to find a few items that followed these restrictions. Make sure to make a reservation! read more

Viera on Main - steak frites, clam linguine, clam chowder, fried risotto, caesar salad - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

It's not like the former Viera!! Years ago, there was such a tension to detail, and while the staff is quite friendly and well trained, the food has taken a big dip downward. My husband's lamb chops were completely bordering on raw. He did not say anything because he didn't want to cause a disturbance amongst our small group however, he could barely eat it and it went back to the kitchen almost entirely uneaten at that price of $48 or 45 I don't remember ---that's abominable. The other entrées were satisfactory, but I did not hear anyone say oh this is so delicious. The restaurant now hosts parties, large parties of 30-50 people while you are dining, which makes it extremely noisy and difficult to get the service you might have hoped for. it almost seems to me that this once good chef, has taken on too much or is looking to make as much money as possible while he can. read more

Our server Jessica was lovely. Had a bunch of appetizers for dinner. Yummy clam chowder, the frito misto was excellent, chopped salad packed with goodness. The only disappointment was the mussels, which were small and not flavorful. Overall though, a nice dinner with great staff. read more

This is a nice restaurant with good service. The steak frites were very good, one of the few restaurants 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. read more

This is the best restaurant offering vegan options in Chatham (excluding breakfast spots and higher end options at Wequassett) and surrounding areas and among the best in Cape Cod. Every year they serve a different vegan entree and you can easily customize their salads and other salads, starter and even other entrees to your preference. We chose to dine on their beautiful patio since it was summer but the inside of the restaurant has a great cozy atmosphere for fall/winter. Service was great despite being packed on a summer weekend. read more

Viera on Main - Vegan entree - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

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While the staff is super friendly and most of the dishes were delicious - there's an element of chaos and rush yet not as attentive service as necessary. We visited with a group for dinner then another day for martini and oysters- each time the wait was longer than expected so perhaps they are short staffed. The dining areas seem a bit run down with one side of the restaurant looking more updated than the other. It had a very casual atmosphere. I really enjoyed my arugula salad with grilled shrimp and farro. It was the perfect summer dinner. read more

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

Second time we've been there and it was better than the first. Service was good our waiters name was Will. We started off with the burrata prosciutto appetizer, It was incredible. The cantaloupe and snap peas that came with it were great. I got the swordfish, kind of like Asian fusion it was the best swordfish I've ever eaten. My wife got the Buccatini with arugula pesto. It was good but needed something but overall it was outstanding. read more

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Incredible food and service! The pasta was amazing and the seafood tasted so fresh. Great gluten free options as well! read more

Viera on Main - Fettuccine and clams - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

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Celebrating some good news on a Friday and solo on the cape for the weekend. Decided to try Viera on Main for their finest hour, half off oysters. Great and fun bartender. Was a classy place when it was Vinings and still very classy as Viera's. I had half Wellfleet oysters and half Chatham. I told the bartender I was celebrating some good news. A nice split of Prosecco to toast myself. Also enjoyed a margarita. A pretty group of young women came in--yes, a rehearsal dinner group. Guess we were all celebrating! Cheers to the couple and to me. read more

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Viera on Main in Chatham is back open for the season. We dined at the bar where Jules was friendly, efficient, and attentive. Our meal was 3 appetizers, 1 entree, and 2 desserts. We were offered bread which was a basket with two warm rolls and a pat of butter. We started off with two Poached Jumbo White Shrimp. One of the shrimp was mushy and the other was perfect. The accompanying cocktail sauce was excellent and the spice level tasted great. The Tempura Fried Cauliflower, Curry Aioli, Apple Raisin Slaw, Toasted Pinenuts was amazing. The preparation and accompaniments were all brilliant. It was a hearty portion and I would go back just for this starter. I forgot to take a photo, sorry. Littleneck Clams Balboa in White Wine, Garlic, Lemon, Butter, Herbs, Chili Flake were a bit overcooked but still good. The broth was one of the best I've tasted. The Pan Seared Salmon in Caraway Beet Puree, Roasted Red Beets, Arugula Fennel Salad, Pickled Golden Beets was beautifully presented and the salmon was cooked perfectly and tasted great. There were a few beet pieces and the salad was small, but all delicious. We had a chocolate mousse and pistachio trifle which looked beautiful but was pretty flat in its taste. The lemon bar with rhubarb sorbet was also beautifully presented. It had great flavor and was a satisfying dessert. Fun to see the new menu. Hope they have a successful 2025. 3.5 stars this visit, so I rounded up to 4. read more

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Every thing is a good experience at Viera's on Main. Service is great, parking behind the restaurant.

Viera on Main's staff is super friendly and accommodating. I ordered their new tuna steak dish and really liked the curry and lemongrass flavors it had to it. Although I didn't try anything else, I thought they had a great menu selection. They have indoor and outdoor seating. read more

Viera on Main - Tuna steak - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

My mom and I loved our meal here last weekend! This restaurant is right off of the main street in Chatham. There is a parking lot in the back, which is a huge plus because parking can be tricky on the main street. The restaurant is nice, but not stuffy and we had a cute table near the window. The wine selection was great and we loved our Pinot Gris from King Estate winery. I actually visited the winery in Oregon in 2019, so I was happy to see it on the menu! To start, we did raw oysters and shrimp cocktail. We also had the fritto misto. The shrimp cocktail was some of the best I've had and the fritto misto was next level! I loved the spicy aioli! I am not an oyster girl, but my mom said they were fabulous. For my entree, I had the scallops which were out of this world amazing! The corn sauce was so buttery and delicious and the seer on the scallops was perfect. My mom had a cod special and loved it as well. For dessert, I had the salted caramel pretzel martini. I loved the pretzels on the rim and it was a great sweet and salty treat to end the meal. I will definitely come back next time I'm in the Cape! read more

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Dinner here with a good friend for first time this summer. Burrata app very good. More than 2 pieces of bread with this is needed. Entrees both below average. I had the scallops and they were barely lukewarm. My friend had the cioppino which lacked flavor and the shrimp were overcooked and super dry and chewy. If these dishes are on your menu they should be perfect. The lemon dessert with blueberry sorbet was good. read more

Had dinner last night at Viera. Ordered chicken Milanese; it was a whole chicken breast instead of a thin breaded cutlet! What's up with that? Doesn't the chef know the difference? Also, all the good items that used to be on the menu as carryovers from the Bistro on Main days are gone. No duck egg rolls. No clams and linguini. No fish and chips. I would no longer recommend this restaurant. read more

We got a last minute dinner reservation here and overall enjoyed our food. The mussels were DELICIOUS -- uniquely served in a flavorful curry sauce -- definitely get this. We also loved the scallops, which were cooked perfectly, and the salmon (although it was a bit dry). Service was spectacular. Recommend for a meal, although there might be stronger options in the area. If you can, I recommend getting a table in the outdoor patio which is lit up beautifully. read more

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My sister and I visited Chatham before heading over to Nantucket and decided to stop in Viera on Main for dinner after reading good reviews--plus they have some healthy/vegan-friendly options. The space is bigger than I was originally expecting, and there is outdoor seating too! It was a little breezy out so we opted to sit inside. For drinks, I went with Go Fly a Kite, which includes Gin Lane 1751 Victoria Pink Gin, Lillet Blanc, Aperol, lemon, and a half sugar rim. It is a pretty drink, and a touch sweeter than I normally prefer, but I happily sipped it as we waited for our food. I was happy to see they had a plant-based option, so I chose the Vegan Stuffed Zucchini. This dish included a couple zucchini "boats" filled with a mixture of chickpeas, jasmine rice, summer squash, bell pepper, and sweet Basil tomato sauce. The stuffed zucchini was drizzled with vegan basil aioli and a balsamic glaze. This dish was super flavorful and satisfying! I was surprised how tasty it was, honestly. I'd happily order the zucchini again, and might even try to make it at home. My sister ordered the salmon and seemed to enjoy her dinner as well. Service wasn't as spectacular as the food, but everyone has an off day every once in a while. Prices are pretty standard for the area, so no surprises there. Overall I'd recommend dining at Viera if you visit Chatham! read more

This place was great! We made reservations for 5, not realizing that they only serve "finest hour" from 3-5. We got there at 4:20 and asked if we could be seated sooner. They said that was fine, but dinner would not be available until 5. That was great, we just wanted a place to sit and have a drink after a couple of hours of shopping. We had a beer and some half price oysters, which were really good. Then for dinner we had rolls and clam chowder to start. I had the scallop dinner and my boyfriend had the chicken Milanese. I highly recommend this place for all food options! Half price oysters were $3.5 a piece. read more

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Happy hour oysters for the win! I love hopping in here right as they open to grab a drink and a few dozen oysters. The staff has always been friendly and accommodating and the oysters are top notch - super fresh and from a variety of places. It can be tough to get reservations for the summer, but if you're lucky, or willing to wait a bit, you can usually find a spot. read more

Viera on Main - Oysters - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

We dined at Viera on Main with a party of 4, no reservation and the only table they had open was outside, which was absolutely lovely. We started off with drinks and appetizers...roasted cauliflower and the burrata. My two teens loved both appetizers so much that cleaned the plates. For the main course the girls both had swordfish, husband had a dinner special and I had the scallops. The Scallop dish was one of the best I have ever had! Everyone wants to go back tomorrow night to order it! Overall everyone loved their main course! Service was near perfect with a great mix of professional yet relaxed, knowledgeable, personable and attentive! What a delightful find as we strolled along the Main Street and happened to find it tucked off the street. We will be back here when we return in two weeks. read more

Viera on Main - View from my alfresco table - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

We arrived a few minutes before our reservation and were seated right away at a cozy tabled for two. Renee was our friendly and attentive server. Drinks were ordered - we both wanted Mai Tais -- and warm crusty rolls were provided shortly after. The butter was room temperature and easy to spread, just how I like it. We ordered our favorite frito misto that always has surprises in addition to calamari. I'm pretty sure it was salmon and flounder tonight. So good! Husband got the swordfish with rice and haricot beans. I got the panko almond crusted flounder special with pearl couscous and shrimp also with haricot beans. Both were fabulous! Too full for dessert tonight. We were on our way home in about an hour. Perfect dinner out read more

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Fettuccine with clams offers a good recipe but the fettuccine was very much overcooked to about the firmness of canned spaghetti. This dish also needs the addition of chorizo to add a dash of life. Nice to see a whole lobster on the menu (albeit a minuscule one- the tail was about the size of my thumb) but mine was served very much undercooked and was translucent in parts. Nice service, nice people, imaginative recipes but kitchen most definitely needs to get its act together. read more

Last visit, we were seated right away, but nearly 30 min before we were greeted at the table and drink offer taken. Was not busy at all. Food was meh at best. All of this likely explains why they weren't busy when all the other restaurants were packed. read more

My go-to restaurant during Summers in Chatham. I eat here about twice a week and order a small portion of the Bucatini most of the time, in the back bar. My Dad loves the crusted cod. My 15 yr old kid's favorite is the flat iron steak. My wife loves everything, especially the wedge salad. In my opinion, the best combination of food, service and price in downtown Chatham bar none. Here's a few tips for those new to Viera/Bistro on Main. 1/2 Price oysters from 3pm to 4:30pm on the days they're open at that time. Frito misto (mixed fried seafood) is a great appetizer while your table decides on the order. Excellent, well thought-out specials. They don't seem to be offering a "Surf-n-Turf" (yet?), but, last year it was amazing and a perfect dish for two to split. Overall, highly recommended. read more

Viera on Main - Bucatini (small order) with Tanqueray Martini (up, one olive) - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

Very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating wait staff. But unfortunately, waiting over an hour after appetizers for our meal, especially when we had a 4-year-old with us, ruined the experience. It is inexplicable that every table that was sat after us got their food before ours. In fact, some even ate, paid their bill, and left before ours was served. The staff was apologetic but nonetheless, it was not an enjoyable meal or experience. read more

What can I say about Viera on Main? This restaurant is fantastic! It has an upscale feel, yet the vibe is totally Cape Cod casual. The food is creative, unique and delicious. They have inventive cocktails and a decent wine list. Our server was attentive, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. If you are in the Chatham area I highly recommend Viera on Main. read more

We stumbled upon this place during peak dinner hours on a Saturday evening and they were able to seat us immediately on their patio. Our waitress, Maia, was so attentive and kind and had great recommendations. All of the seafood was so fresh and exactly what we wanted while at the Cape. We also ordered the iceberg wedge salad, striped bass, crab cakes and clam chowder (not pictured) and they were all delightful as well. Great cocktails too! read more

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It was our last night in Chatham and we came here for a very nice dinner. We shared the Serrano Ham Bruschetta to start and it was a nice, fresh twist on bruschetta. My wife had the Fresh Black Pepper Bucatini, which was tasty as well. I had the Panko Almond Crusted Cod (couldn't go to the Cape without having cod). The cod was cooked well, not a lot of flavor in the fish, but the sauce made up for it. The only glitch was that I asked the waitress what kind of bourbon they had (she only knew a couple of typical names, so I asked her to ask the bartender) and she never came back with the answer. read more

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Tale of two restaurants: CHEFING vs. COOKING. The former was taking place in the original Viera location in Dennis while nothing more than cooking is happening in Chatham. A one-inch-thick slab of breaded rubbery Chicken makes not a Milanese. Anything related to beef should be taken off the menu. The onglet was carved incorrectly rendering it impossible to slice, the strip was unrecognizable and equally as hard to slice and both tasteless. The NE clam chowder, once beautifully prepared to a delicate semi broth like viscosity is now just a bowl of thick goopy run of the mill soup. Viera, now serving the masses has decelerated in the kitchen. We were not expecting Eleven Madison Park, just the simple focused and curated CHEFING once performed in Dennis. read more

We had a very delicious dinner here! It was easy to get a reservation for 5 on the weekend and we appreciated the parking lot in Chatham! I tried the "go fly a kite" cocktail which was balanced and yummy. For dinner we enjoyed the fresh baked (warm) rolls, the Chatham Mussels, Fresh Shucked Oysters, and the tartare of the day (tuna). All were excellent, fresh and delicious. For dinner I enjoyed the Day Boat Sea Scallops with Lemon Risotto, Sauteed Spinach, and Grilled Asparagus. The dish was sizable with super fresh and perfectly cooked scallops and a gorgeous creamy risotto that was so well balanced with the lemon, and salt from the scallops and veggies. My husband had the Dukkah Spiced Tuna with Moroccan Rice Pilaf, Blistered Tomatoes, Sauteed Spinach Roasted Garlic Olive Aioli, Balsamic Glaze. The tuna was cooked black and blue and although an unusual preparation was absolutely delicious if you're a fan of Mediterranean/ middle eastern flavors. Try it! Another person at our table had the clam chowder and salmon and they said both were very good! On top of a great culinary experience our waitress was incredibly professional and the perfect balance of attentive and friendly but not overbearing. Definitely give this place a try if you love seafood and want a treat! read more

Viera on Main - Dukkah Spiced Tuna With Moroccan Rice Pilaf, Blistered Tomatoes, Sauteed Spinach Roasted Garlic Olive Aioli, Balsamic Glaze - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

Had dinner here with my wife both the service and the food were good. She had salmon and I had the little necks with linguine. Claims were fresh and plentiful. Would definitely recommend. read more

Nice dinner tonight for just the two of us at Bistro on Main, though not without some rather odd glitches. First on the list, cocktails. Asked for a whiskey list, was told by Alfred our server "we have about anything." I would have preferred a menu, but ordered a Knob Creek rye neat. B order a Kenwood Jackson Reserve pinot noir. We also ordered our food. Alfred asked if we wanted bread, we said yes, but it never came. I ordered the Seared Ahi Tuna tower appetizer special, which came with seaweed salad, avocado, fresh ginger and fried wontons. This was perhaps the best part of the meal. The tuna was perfectly prepared and delicious. For my entree I had the Seafood penne diablo, spicy but not overwhelmingly so that I couldn't appreciate the individual pieces of seafood. The tomato sauce was wonderful, with large pieces of tomato. B had Rod and reel hand-caught striped bass, which came with a shrimp and crab risotto ball (which Alfred said was lobster and crab), grilled asparagus, broccoli rabe and carrots. Plain but well prepared and tasty. I asked for an espresso, but was told they don't have any. (There is, however, an espresso martini on the cocktail menu. Go figure.) Ordered the blueberry cheesecake (we know the baker) and it was scrumptious, with lots of fresh blueberries, raspberries and blackberries. When we got the dessert menu, lo and behold, there was a whiskey list! It had some whiskeys I might have liked to try, had I known. All in all, a pretty good meal. Didn't think the prices were out of line for Chatham. Service could have been better. In addition to not getting bread, our rye and wine glasses sat empty on the table throughout the meal, being ignored by several staff people collecting our plates, and B had to ask for a water refill. read more

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We had a table of 7. We were seated right away. The waitress was so nice and friendly. My brother and his wife had the duck confit spring rolls. They really liked it. My mom and I split the Cesar salad. It was good. My mom and I had the lenguinne with clams. The pasta tasted so fresh and so good! The clams were big and delicious. It was the best pasta that we have ever had! Overall it was so good! read more

Really out performed what we thought! Ate here Tuesday night -- Starting with the cocktails (try the Cranberry Martini with local infused Vodka) with v tasty appetizers (best shrimp cocktail we had all week) with really good main courses with all three of us really happy with. The service really made it over the top - she was great and we had a v fun night. Oh and when I called for the martini recipe so I can have at home, they gave it to me. Yum -- Thank you! read more

Food is consistently excellent and service is excellent. It is a little noisy on the raw bar side but better on the restaurant side.

I frequently walk by this little bistro tucked behind some buildings on Main Street, but today I finally stopped by for lunch. (The outdoor patio surrounded by blooming rose bushes drew me in.) I ordered the Caesar salad and the "misto frito" from the "starters" menu. Both choices were excellent. The salad was crispy with a homemade dressing and shaved Parmesan. The misto frito consisted of assorted bite-sized pieces of lightly fried seafood - mostly calamari, but some other little pieces as well. I was told there would be shrimp in the assortment, but there was only one piece. Nonetheless, the seafood was delicate and delightfully peppery, served with a spicy aioli. I enjoyed a glass of Chardonnay which paired nicely with the salad and the seafood. A lovely self-indulgent lunch! I'm sure I'll return. Next time, I'll bring my husband. There was enough food for both of us. read more

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Very good food! Shrimp and lobster risotto was great, lots of lobster! Interior decor could use a little more warmth but all in all a great spot right in the heart of Chatham read more

Oysters, oysters, oysters! Easy parking and a nice selection of local oysters to enjoy!

Ambience: 4 Food: 3-5 Service: 4 Value: 3 Two parter review ... A new tradition has been made! Will come here for their amazingly shucked local-region oysters from now on! Along with a bottle of bubbly, so happy! CHEERS! Charming and lovely patio seating; chose to sit inside in cooling off on this first visit! --- Was seated on a Sunday's off time; understood why service was good yet slow! --- As mentioned, their "local oysters in the half-shell" are fantastic! When it came to my "clams with linguine" entree: nicely cooked linguine yet it was so bland of a dish with sandy clams, not impressed! Cheers! read more

Viera on Main - AMAZING OYSTERS ! - New American Near Me - Chatham, Massachusetts

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