Updated April 2022. We are back again with the inside scoop on some of the hotspots here in Nantucket. Our amazing little community is literally bursting at the seams with fantastic shops and restaurants—some brand new and others revitalizations of old favorite hangouts. The summer season is hands down one of our favorite times to host guests who come in for some rest and relaxation. We love sharing our favorite thing to do and places to go and we encourage you to support these great local spots—take a look and let us know your favorites after you check them out!
The Club Car
1 Main Street, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 228-1101
The Club Car – Three homegrown Nantucket restaurateurs took over this long-standing establishment. It serves top-notch California cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. You’ll enjoy the classic cocktails, late night snacks, and the weekend brunch during the summer. A great vibe to the atmosphere here and delicious food make it a win.
Lemon Press
41 Main Street, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 228-3800
The Lemon Press offers an organic menu, a cafe, and a craft cocktail bar. Their menu brings traditional fare focused on health. Using local ingredients, your options are colorfully beautiful and bursting with flavor. From breakfast egg sandwich favorites loaded with herbs and vegetables to healthy dinner and cocktails created with their own cold-pressed juices. This is a great choice for a fun, healthy meal with friends.
Island Kitchen
1 Chins Way, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 228-2639
Island Kitchen has expanding and folks are excited about their beautiful patio and outdoor bar with nearly 80 seats for guests. It has a relaxing, fun atmosphere in which to enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner, and a bonus for guests is the ice cream and donut window!
45 Surfside Bakery & Café
45 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
(774) 333-3981
45 Surfside Bakery & Café is a great place to stop if you are heading to Surfside beach. Whether you are in the mood for a breakfast burrito, house roast beef sandwich or a perfectly made fresh Cobb salad, this place offers it all.
Sister Ship
29 Centre St, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 203-6889
The Sister Ship was inspired by an all female crew and their captain, Susan R. Bloomfield. This relaxed cafe, restaurant, and cocktail bar offers Mediterranean dishes with local seafood and ingredients. It’s is a great place to sit back and relax with friends while enjoying a delicious southern-France and Italian inspired meal. Just be sure to stop in Thursday thru Saturday any time between 5pm and 10pm (closed Sun – Wed).
Check out the amazing spots we highlighted in Part 1 of this series and be sure to book your summer getaway to Nantucket soon! Our inn is a top choice for accommodations and fills up fast—book online today or call us for further information.
Updated April 2022