A.K. Diamonds 16 Macy Lane, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-3154, The best in steaks, seafood and spirits can be found at this restaurant that also serves a wide variety of sandwiches, roll up sandwiches, light dinners, full dinners, and entrees that emphasize beef, poultry, pork, lamb, pasta, and much more; there is a children’s menu to tempt the youngsters, and a fine wine list for those a little less young.  more... 

American Seasons 80 Centre Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-7111, This American restaurant offers a menu that reflects many regions of the United States, including cuisines that bring to mind New England, the Deep South, The Pacific Northwest and the Wild West; this popular dining destination features upscale dining and a menu of dishes traditionally prepared to represent the different regions of their origins. In warmer weather, one may choose to dine on the lovely patio; whether dining al fresco or inside, the atmosphere is friendly, inviting and romantic, and an extensive list of fine wines is offered.  more... 

Arno's at 41 Main Street 41 Main Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-7001, Arno’s features a menu of traditional American favourites and staples that are served in a friendly, relaxed, casual atmosphere; open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the menu includes steaks, seafood, salads, and extensive lists of both desserts and wines.  

Atlantic Cafe 15 South Water Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-0570, Open year-round, this family oriented restaurant features a friendly ambience and a menu that includes burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pasta, seafood, poultry, a children’s menu and more; the popular bar is a place that many like to relax before or after a meal.  more... 

Even Keel Cafe 40 Main Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-1979, The Even Keel Café serves a menu that comprehends many traditional, American classics and traditional fare; one will find the soup of the day, chowders, salads, appetizers, pizza, burgers, fried calamari, crab cakes, mussels, grilled salmon, sizzling steaks, desserts, a children’s menu, and much more, at this restaurant that revels in variety.  more... 

Rose and Crown 23 South Water Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-2595, With the friendly and inviting atmosphere of a neighbouhood pub, this restaurant caters to families and features a menu that includes such dishes as lobster, chowder, sandwiches, burgers, and full course dinners; music and dancing are also often a part of the experience at this restaurant that features white paper tablecloths and crayons for the children.  more... 

Tavern at Harbor Square, The Harbor Square, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-1266, Located in the picturesque Harbor Square, this tavern is family and child friendly and offers a wide range of menu options, including such selections as chowders, soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, chicken, seafood and much more.  more...

Twenty One Federal 21 Federal Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-2121, Touting itself as the place for patrons to “see, be seen and indulge,” this restaurant serves seafood specialties, and New American Cuisine, and is the kind of place where one might want to dress up a bit for the “being seen” part of the experience at this fine eatery.  

Bosun's Bistro, The Old South Wharf, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-7774, This bistro features a full menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and is know for its romantic dinner setting where one may enjoy fine dining by candlelight while watching the shimmering lights dance on the surface of the sea; truly, this cozy bistro offers elegant waterfront dining at its best.

Bamboo Supper Club 3 Chins Way, Nantucket, MA 02553, 508-228-0200, Although a wide range of American cuisine is offered, this restaurant is best known for its delectable Chinese dishes; the upstairs offers an intimate dining experience, while the downstairs features a more communal and festive experience, with six televisions and a full-service bar.  

Boarding House 12 Federal Street, Nantucket, MA 02553, 508-228-9622, This family owned and operated restaurant is known for its romantic, candlelit dining room, its bar and cocktail lounge, and patio dining in seasonable weather; a host of eclectic contemporary dishes is offered that includes such dishes as “yellow fin tuna with wasabi aioli and soy ginger glaze, roasted Szechwan marinated quail, salmon filet, black Angus beef and a Mediterranean Polenta Napoleon with grilled vegetables.” 

Club Car, The 1 Main Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-1101, Open from the middle of May through the middle of December of each year, The Club Car brings a dining experience to Nantucket that can only be described as truly gourmet; the menu includes such specialties as “grilled free-range chicken breast, fresh Maryland soft shell crabs, Bangkok octopus,” and much more; the lounge is a great place to relax, features live music, and stays open until midnight.  more... 

Company of the Cauldron 5 India Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-4016, Offering a truly romantic atmosphere in which to dine, this restaurant features an innovative and contemporary menu that changes weekly, and serves the finest in beers and wines.  more... 

Sconset Cafe Milestone Road, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-257-4008, Sconset Café offers a varied menu that includes such dishes as grilled chicken, fried calamari, pasta Roma, crab cakes, lamb, halibut, salmon, mussels, and much more.  more...

Cioppino's 20 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-4622, In the heart of historic Nantucket one will find this gem of a restaurant, situated in a charming and picturesque former home; the house houses three individual, lovely dining rooms, and in warmer seasons one can choose to dine al fresco on the patio. The restaurant is very proud of its extensive list of wines to be found in its expansive wine cellar, which has won Cioppino's the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for over eight years in a row; the menu is eclectic and includes such dishes as seafood, Italian specialties, beef dishes, chicken dishes, a variety of tempting desserts, and more.  more... 

Fog Island Café 7 South Water Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 502-228-1818, Fog Island Café is run by two chefs who are alumni of the Culinary Institute of America, and who feel that the casual, inviting ambience they have created, and the high sense of hospitality that they hold, is of equal priority with the fine dishes that are prepared. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the respective menus reflect great variety and range, and include among the selections soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, roll up sandwiches, seafood, fish, and a host of other tasty possibilities.  more... 

Chanticleer, The 9 New Street, Nantucket, MA 02564, 508-257-6231, Jackets and appropriate dress are required at this fine formal French restaurant; the authentic French cuisine is enthralling, the ambience elegant, and the wine cellar boasts more than forty thousand bottles of fine wines; the menu includes such specialties as “lobster, rack of lamb, fresh fish and Black Angus steak.” more... 

Ships Inn, The 13 Fair Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-0040, This “restaurant of casual elegance” features an innovative approach to cuisine and fine dining, with a specialty in French Cuisine that is filtered through a California taste that tends to give things a spicy and zesty twist; the restaurant is breezy, casual and inviting, and the menu includes such items as salmon, prawns, cod, lobster, crab cakes, calamari, pasta, duck, chicken, lamb, beef, and much more, so there should be something to meet almost any taste.  more... 

Black Eyed Susan's 10 India Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-325-0308, This small, intimate restaurant can only seat thirty two patrons at one time, and offers an ever changing menu that draws upon a great variety of ethnic and international cuisines for inspiration; as a result, dining at Black Eyed Susan’s is always a pleasant adventure.  

Oran Mor 2 South Beach Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-8655, This elegant European styled restaurant features fine dining and a menu that is comprised of International and American dishes, and also features a full-service bar; the innovative menu includes such dishes as “roast loin of elk, buffalo, foie gras, yellowtail sashimi with jicama and jalapeno, and seared jumbo scallops with lemon risotto.” more... 

DeMarco Restaurant 9 India Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-1836, The DeMarco Restaurant specializes in the finest Northern Italian cuisine, and also features an extensive list of fine wines, beers, and desserts.  more... 

Sfoglia 130 Pleasant Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-325-4500, A wide and savoury selection of authentic Italian cuisine is featured in the menu at this fine restaurant, as well as a list of fine wines to accentuate one’s meal and dining experience.  more... 

Vincent's Italian Restaurant and Grill 21 South Water Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-0189, This family friendly restaurant serves a wide variety of dishes, including seafood, pita sandwiches, and pizzas, but is best known for its full menu of authentic traditional Italian fare.  

Sushi By Yoshi 2 East Chestnut Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-1801, Sushi By Yoshi offers a different taste to the New England setting of Nantucket Island, by featuring sushi and a menu of authentic Japanese dishes.  more... 

Muse, The 44 Surfside Drive, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-6873, Something is always happening at this popular hangout spot; best known for its pizzas, this restaurant also serves burgers and other bar type foods, and features pool tables, live entertainment, and more.  

Brotherhood of Thieves 23 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-2309, This friendly, neighbourhood pub offers all the expected beverages, as well as a menu of tantalizing traditional pub fare that includes such offerings as thick sandwiches, burgers, fries, chowders, and much more; on the weekends live entertainment is also featured.  

Tap Room 29 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-2400, This underground pub features a cozily dark ambience, and serves, along with a long list of beverages, such delectable dishes as New England scrod, filet mignon, sirloin steaks, a wide variety of seafood dishes, and much more.  

Brant Point Grill 50 Easton Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-2500, In a casual but elegant ambience, at this restaurant one may dine on the finest in seafood dishes while overlooking the scenic Nantucket Harbour; although seafood is the prime offering of this eatery, the menu also includes such favourites as prime aged beef and gourmet chops, as well as much more.  

Lobster Trap, The 23 Washington Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-4200, Dining at this popular restaurant usually entails a wait, but it is worth the wait for those who enjoy the best in fresh seafood dishes prepared in traditional ways; many also love to relax and enjoy the variety of cocktails and appetizers that is offered.  more... 

Rope Walk, The 1 Straight Wharf, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-8866, Featuring a raw bar, and lunch and dinner menus, this restaurant specializes in seafood dishes, but also offers a great variety of salads, soups, and other alternative entrees, such as chicken, steak, and more.  more... 

Sea Grill, The Sparks Avenue, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-325-5700, A great variety of delicious seafood favourites is proffered by this fine restaurant, with dishes and selections that include chowders, soups, lobster, crab, fish, and much more; there is also a fantastic selection of desserts and an extensive list of fine wines.  more...

Blue Fin 15 South Beach Street, Nantucket, MA 02554, 508-228-2033, Blue Fin, although specializing in the best in the way of sushi, also offers a complete dinner menu, a nice list of fine wines, and can provide catering services.  more...