Island Kitchen – Located mid-island, some of the best breakfast on Nantucket! We love the huevos rancheros!

Blacked-Eye Susan’s – Great little breakfast spot right in downtown. It is a very popular spot, so we recommend arriving early to beat the rush.

Lemon Press - A refreshing & healthy downtown café with fresh juices and smoothies. You can either grab a quick smoothie to go or sit down for breakfast.

Born and Bread – Delicious breakfast sandwiches and pastries for a grab and go breakfast option.

Handlebar Coffee – Great coffee house to start your morning before taking a walk through town.

Roast’d General Store – Mid-island coffee house with unique coffees and teas.

Lunch
Sandbar – Our favorite spot on the island! Casual setting on Jetties Beach with great food and drinks. Buck-a-shuck oysters are served every day from 3-5pm.

Something Natural – Known for huge sized sandwiches served on fresh Portuguese bread! Highly recommend ordering a half as the sammies are BIG. A short walk from town, picnic tables in a park-like setting.

Provisions – Great place to pick up breakfast or lunch sandwiches before the ferry. Get the Turkey Terrific or BLT!

Fresh – Small sandwich shop located inside a liquor store. Grab a sandwich and drinks before heading to the beach!

Cru – Located right on the harbor with amazing views of the water. Great coastal cuisine and our favorite lobster roll on the island!

Slip 14 – Casual seafood restaurant on the wharf. Their specials are usually caught same day!

Dinner

Reservations highly recommended for all evening dining … check websites for when reservations become available, one month, two weeks or one week out. 

Bar Yoshi and The O Bar - Charming spot on Old South Wharf serving innovative Japanese fare, including sushi, raw bar, noodles and dumplings. 

Lola 41 - A diverse menu featuring everything from sushi to their famous Lola Burger. Don’t skip the baby back ribs and spicy fries! Same day reservations at 4 pm (in person).

Pearl - An upscale dining experience with incredible dishes. Must try the Wok Fried Lobster & Cilantro Beef.

American Seasons - Cozy dining room and a darling covered outside patio, New American seasonal menu.

The Galley – Beautiful setting on Galley Beach serving American cuisine. One of the best places on island to watch the sunset.

Nautilus - Delicious Asian-inspired small plates & amazing cocktails. Reservations can be made for parties of 8 or more one month in advance. Otherwise, reservations are taken day of starting at 12pm in person or 1pm by phone.

Ventuno - A cozy and relaxed restaurant - local food meets authentic Italian.

Drinks
Gazebo - Order the island-famous Mudslide and take in the view of the crowds filtering on and off the ferry.

Sister Ship – Relaxed cocktail lounge with a great outdoor patio for a pre-dinner drink.

Ethos – Boutique wine bar with small bites.

Notch Whiskey Bar – Cozy whiskey bar above the Brotherhood of Thieves restaurant. A great spot for a nightcap (or two!)

Gaslight - Fun late night music scene right in town.

Chicken Box – Nantucket’s famous dive!

Ice Cream
Juice Bar - One of a kind ice cream served in homemade waffle cones. Accept NO other substitutions on the island.

Indoor Activities

Whaling Museum | Shop along the Wharf | Visit Art Galleries in Town 

Outdoor Activities
Cisco Brewery | Sconset Bluff Walk | Miacomet Golf Course | Bike the Loop | Beaches -Surfside, Cisco, Steps, Jetties                   

Getting Around ACK     

While the island does have Uber and Lyft, the local taxis seem to be more reliable. 

Roger’s Taxi: 508-403-6146 | Judy’s Taxi: 508-228-7722

Coach’s Cab 508- 325-1974 | All Point Cabs: 508-228- 5779