Whether you’re looking for a casual lunch with a view or if you are looking for a romantic dinner at sunset overlooking the water, there are plenty of Cape Cod waterfront restaurants to choose from to fit your mood. Here is our guide to Cape Cod waterfront restaurants.
Mattakeese Wharf Restaurant
Address: 273 Millway, Barnstable
Phone: (508) 362-4511
Formal / Casual: Casual
The casual atmosphere, harbor views and seafood classics on the menu draw people to the Mattakeese Wharf Restaurant which is open for brunch, lunch and dinner.
Black Cat Tavern
Address: 165 Ocean Street, Hyannis
Phone: (508) 778-1233
Formal / Casual: Casual
At the Black Cat Tavern, you can either dine outside on the patio where you can watch the boats go by, or inside which has live entertainment four nights per week in the lounge.
The Dockside
Address: 110 School Street, Hyannis
Phone: (508) 827-4355
Formal / Casual: Casual
The Dockside is a family friendly restaurant on Hyannis Harbor that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located right next to the Steamship Authority it is the perfect stop before catching an early ferry.
Trader Ed’s
Address: 21 Arlington Street, Hyannis
Phone: (508) 790-8686
Formal / Casual: Casual
Trader Ed’s has an island vibe that offers live entertainment at night and beautiful views of the boats in Hyannis Harbor by day.
Ocean Terrace
Address: 2907 Main Street (Route 6A), Brewster
Phone: (774) 323-6013
Formal / Casual: “Cape Cod” casual
OpenTable reservations are available for the Ocean Terrace, which means you can book your own table online and check their availability when planning a special occasion!
The Beach House Grill
Address: 286 Shore Road, Chatham
Phone: (508) 945-0096
Formal / Casual: Formal, “Resort Evening Attire Dress”
The Beach House Grill offers fresh elevated local seafood dishes and hosts special events such as seasonal clambakes and live entertainment while you dine.
Stars at Chatham Bars Inn
Address: 287 Shore Road, Chatham
Phone: (508) 945-0096
Formal / Casual: Formal, “Resort Evening Attire Dress”
Reservations are strongly encouraged, and the hours change due to the season and private functions. OpenTable is available, so you can check availability and make your reservations online!
Summer Shanty
Address: 140 Main Street, West Dennis
Phone: (508) 394-0400
Formal / Casual: Casual
The Summer Shanty is situated at the Bass River Marina and serves up lunch and dinner daily with live entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings. Boat service and take out is available.
The Ocean House Restaurant
Address: 425 Old Wharf Road, Dennis
Phone: (508) 394-0700
Formal / Casual: Dressy or “Cape Cod Casual”
The Ocean House Restaurant has OpenTable, so you can easily check availability and reserve your table online. There is live entertainment daily in the lounge and the beach bar.
The Marshside
Address: 28 Bridge Street, East Dennis
Phone: (508) 385-4010
Formal / Casual: Casual
The Marshside has large windows throughout the restaurant which offers tremendous views of the Sesuit Creek surrounding the restaurant.
Sesuit Harbor Cafe
Address: 357 Sesuit Neck Road, Dennis
Phone: (508) 385-6134
Formal / Casual: Casual
This laid back seafood shack has picnic tables right by the water so you can enjoy one of their famous lobster while overlooking Northside Marina. This Cape Cod waterfront restaurants is cash only, but there is an ATM on premise.
Brax Landing
Address: 705 Route 28, Harwichport
Phone: (508) 432-5515
Formal / Casual: Casual
Brax Landing offers great views of Saquatucket Harbor in a laid back atmosphere with seating both inside the rustic restuarant or bar area and outside on the patio.
Twenty-Eight Atlantic & The Verandahs at Twenty-Eight Atlantic
Address: 2713 Orleans Road (Route 28), Harwich
Phone: (508) 430-3000
Formal / Casual: Formal
Twenty-Eight Atlantic has the highest ratings on Cape Cod from Forbes, Zagat and AAA. The restaurant is surrounded by windows overlooking the bay, with both the food and service matching the views. Reservations are strongly recommended, OpenTable is available online to check availability. The Verandahs at Twenty-Eight Atlantic has a seasonal outdoor dining option that offers breakfast, lunch or dinner for guests.
Outer Bar and Grill & the Pleasant Bay Terrace
Address: 2713 Orleans Road (Route 28), Harwich
Phone: (508) 319-9096
Formal / Casual: “Cape Cod” Casual
Open air seating is available at the Outer Bar and Grill which is located on the Wequassett Resort and Golf Club property. The Pleasant Bay Terrace offers family themed dinners and nightly entertainment throughout the summer months.
The Orleans Waterfront Inn
Address: 3 Old County Road, Orleans
Phone: (508) 255-2222
Formal / Casual: Casual
A beautiful waterfront hotel with a rich and haunting history serving up American cuisine with tables inside the restaurant or outside on their outdoor deck. For more about The Orleans Waterfront Inn, check out our blog, “Haunted Cape Cod.”
Double Dragon Inn
Address: 59 Cranberry Highway, Orleans
Phone: (508) 255-4100
Formal / Casual: Casual
The Double Dragon Inn offers Chinese cuisine with waterfront views, although there is only indoor dining. Very casual atmosphere, family friendly with a small bar off to the side and take-out is available.
Fanizzi’s Restaurant
Address: 539 Commercial Street, Provincetown
Phone: (508) 487-1964
Formal / Casual: Casual
Fanizzi’s Restaurant feels like it is floating on top of Provincetown Bay, as it juts out over the water surrounding the diner with amazing views. Open year round, Fanizzi’s serves lunch and dinner along with Sunday brunch which fills up fast so get there early!
Ross’ Grill
Address: 237 Commercial Street, Provincetown
Phone: (508) 487-8878
Formal / Casual: Casual
OpenTable reservations are available for Ross’ Grill, making it easy to plan your night out on the town. Located on the second floor of Whaler’s Wharf, Ross’ Grill has a European bistro vibe and awesome views of the harbor.
The Lobster Pot
Address: 321 Commercial Street, Provincetown
Phone: (508) 487-0842
Formal / Casual: Casual
The Lobster Pot is a Provincetown Landmark and a great place to stop and take in the views and some great local seafood. The Lobster Pot was once mentioned by Anthony Bourdain when describing his time working in town. Find out what other Cape Cod restaurants made television in our blog, “Cape Cod Restaurants Featured on Television.”
Wellfleet Pearl
Address: 250 Commercial Street, Wellfleet
Phone: (508) 349-2999
Formal / Casual: Casual
The Wellfleet Pearl is a family friendly dining option for local seafood with outdoor deck seating that has beautiful views of the harbor. There is entertainment playing daily at the Wellfleet Pearl such as the Dirty Water Dance Band.
The Bookstore and Restaurant
Address: 50 Kendrick Avenue, Wellfleet
Phone: (508) 349-3154
Formal / Casual: Casual
The Bookstore and Restaurant overlooks Wellfleet Harbor and offers Cape Cod seafood classics as well as plenty of offerings for those who do not eat seafood. There is live entertainment daily, so check their website to see who is playing!
Cape Cod Waterfront Restaurants
Looking for dinner with a view? Check out one of the many Cape Cod waterfront restaurants on our list for a meal you won’t forget.