50 Best American Restaurants near East Dennis

“One of our favorite dinners when we visit the cape. The staff is always very friendly, the view is spectacular, the drinks are tasty, and the food is delicious.“

“Friendly and inviting staff Awesome spirits Divine entrees“

“Our serve Gus was amazing! I have a dairy sensitivity and he was so helpful confirming what I could consume, making sure to point out anything from our appetizers that would not be edible for me. The food was marvelous and the view was breathtaking. Definitely will be dining there again.“

“Visited on a Tuesday morning around 10:30am in April and had to wait about 20-30min for a table. We were more than okay with doing so, especially considering their cute waiting area with coffee available! The staff was incredibly kind and attentive, despite the busy crowd, and allowed us to have a pleasant time. The food was great, especially the pancakes, and feel like you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu! Definitely feel like this place is worth the try and the wait for anyone in the area!“

“Just dined at 908Bistro for the first time tonight. So happy we tried it. Our waitress Jess was very friendly. Food was wonderful. I had the blackened steak top with Alfredo special. Steak tips were very tender. My husband had the seared tuna and sad it was great too. Will definitely be returning.“

“I got a breakfast bowl. Didn't like it. The hash wasn't cooked well and it had way too many potato pieces. Toast was extra. Also didn't have any eggs.i have eaten here before and it was very good; just not the breakfast bowl.“

“Update!We went back a couple days later and the chef, Alex, remembered me.. he has the sweetest, warmest smile! The service was still amazing and the food was exceptional! I can't say enough good things about this little place!The bathroom was CLEAN!! The service was amazing and the food, Perfection!! Watching the chefs and cooks was wonderful. You can tell they LOVE doing what they do. Expect a wait, but don't worry- umbrellas are provided!!Parking: Probably 30 spots, but street parking is legal and close.Wheelchair accessibility: The bathroom may be too small for a wheelchair, but there are grab bars.“

“One of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had! The food is so delicious & innovative. Service is friendly & great. The decor is very cute and homie. Highly recommend the bacon jam Benedict & cold brew pancakes. We had less than a 20 minute wait for 2 around 10am on a Sunday in April.“

“Great fresh food, excellent service, relaxing, clean and beautifully designed atmosphere. Welcoming to celebratory experiences.“

“Service with John, excellent! Tapas choices, excellent! Tacos. Excellent! Noise level distracting as the patrons cause a loud din and the singer and band cause higher noise level. Difficult to talk durian dinner to our table mates. The ambiance remains fine and no need for loud additional music.“

“Breakfast was delicious! Highly recommend the coconut French toast. Friendly staff“

“The first day open for the spring season. I would have not known if I were not informed as it felt like it was always open. Every body was very friendly, food was served fast and it was just as described. We (my wife and I) could have easily shared the soup and one Burger and it would have been enough.Parking: Next to (part of) Captains Golf Course.Wheelchair accessibility: Perfect.“

“A unique experience. Great food fast. Food and service could not be better. Prices are more than reasonable. Variety is incredible. You can get almost any breakfast item you can think of. Never seen a restaurant deliver (food, service and price) like Grumpy's. I live up the street but would drive a distance to eat there!“

“This place!!! The food is outstanding. (Eggs benedict was perfect, sausage egg and cheese on french bread was delicious, the pancake was insanely good, homefries were the best we've had on Cape. Baked goods were fresh and amazing and worthy of a review all on their own.) The staff are all genuinely so kind, it felt like we were old friends catching up, like they welcomed us into their home. Conversation overheard with nearby tables confirms the kindness extends to everyone. The space is bright and cheery and CLEAN, the atmosphere and music is fun, the vibe is generous and welcoming and hip and inclusive, and we can't wait to come back.“

“Our group of 4 visited the Scargo Cafe as newcomers, and the experience was even better than we had heard! First off, the Cape in early-March is practically shutdown for the winter, so finding an open restaurant is a challenge in itself. But not only was Scargo Cafe open, it was a quite filled with customers. Nonetheless, the service was prompt, friendly and experienced. Drinks orders were taken within a couple minutes and delivered soon thereafter (nice selection of wines and draft beers!). The menu had a wide diversity of choices, quite impressive. We ordered the special beef stir fry, grilled swordfish with rice/asparagus, and shrimp asian salad (w/ almonds+cranberries). Topped off by grape-nut custard (a house specialty). Everything was excellent and filling. Will certainly return when back to the Cape.“

“Great restaurant! The food was very good. Big portions for a good price. The staff was very nice. Will definitely come back!“

“In April, we attended a wine dinner at the Pheasant with Patrick Cappiello,winemaker, of Monte Rio Cellars who presented his wines along side Executive Chef Andrew Reilly's most delectable dishes. The evening was beyond expectations! Lovely pours of wines while Patrick shared his history and wine techniques. The plentiful platters are served family style.The former owners, Bill and Denise Atwood, found the perfect young couple to hand their beloved restaurant to. We loved meeting like-minded oneophiles and look forward to many more such evenings.“

“Great place, great service and excellent cuisine!! We had the chance to speak with Chef Julien ? part of the family owned restaurant.Between Haddock & lobster… Mussels Marseille… Ahi tuna… Scallops romesco… which one was our favourite? Difficult to choose… all of them were excellent and perfectly executed.We would highly recommend this place !“

“Went there for a late lunch today. I had the steak tips w/ baked mac and cheese. Girlfriend had the sliders. Food was great nothing was disappointing, parking was a little tough but for those that dont know there is parking across the street.“

“Pizza was good but not great.Had the pie with artichokes. The pieces of artichokes were tiny and they were just the leaves not the hearts. So you got a little of the taste of artichokes in it but none of the texture. It was like they added artichoke flavoring.“

“Food is absolutely delicious. I had the lobster vegetable roll. Everything was Fresh and tasty. The peanut sauce was the best. We also had the marinated beef tips which was also delicious. Food is always outstanding been here 4 times never had a bad meal!!“

“We ate dinner here May 2 and 3, 2024. The food in both cases was excellent - from the raw oysters to the pan fried halibut to the Irish coffee. Our server Alex was also excellent: knowledgeable, professional and friendly. He provided superb service even when we requested that certain condiments be left out of a dish. My husband and I highly recommend this Restsurant for a fine dining experience!“

“Finding the Piccadilly Cafe and Deli may well have been our saving grace as far as Breakfast and Lunch places go - since moving to the Cape full time 2+ years ago we’ve been mooning over the lack of Deli style restaurants here versus those we had up in Metrowest (shout out to Kugel’s Deli in Framingham!) We’ve driven past Piccadilly at least a hundred times and never stopped in - our BIG mistake!One morning we decided to try them for breakfast as we were out very early (6:30 pm) and lo and behold - we were happily surprised by not only the selection and quality but the PRICES were amazingly reasonable!Everyone there is incredibly welcoming (Patti, Stacie, Sue & Cara, along with Eddie and Jen at the counter are all amazing) and they will soon know your name and greet you like family - give Piccadilly a try and you won’t regret it - LOTS of options for both breakfast and lunch - a really good cup of coffee and early hours makes this our Go To most weekdays and weekend morning!“

“I am finally taking the time to add my review of Spinnaker. Right from the start Andrea the co-owner is the most accommodating, friendly and upbeat person you will ever meet. She is always willing to fit my wife and I in and always welcomes us like family to the restaurant. The service is stellar, a great group of professional team members that treat all patrons like royalty. The atmosphere is quaint and very comfortable. Very good sound levels and no bad tables. Rob, co-owner and chef is as good as you will ever find on the cape. The food is consistently excellent and you can tell he takes pride in every meal that leaves the kitchen. Rob and Andrea have a background in food preparations with roots in the North End of Boston as well as Italy. The menu is not extensive but every meal is of the highest quality. There is a good mix of seafood, Italian and American cuisine. My wife and I believe that Spinnaker has raised food to the next level on Cape Cod“

“We happened to be driving by looking for a place for breakfast and stopped here and I'm SO glad we did. We loved it. The food was delicious, service was prompt and friendly, and prices were reasonable. I had an omelette and my husband had the Lobster Benedict and we were both extremely happy with our meals. It's a cozy place where you can enjoy breakfast without feeling like you're being rushed out the door. We will definitely be returning to try some additional dishes. Highly recommend.“

“We’d just arrived in Dennis Port after a grueling 12 hr ride from Northern VA. It was 4 hrs longer than expected. AND Captain Parker’s helped melt the stress away. I had their traditional fish and chips and my friends had the ‘chowda’. Both were delicious. The place was hopping with laughter, eating and drinking. I looked around and every table had different dishes AND everyone seemed to be loving their choices. The waiter was the best. He and the other wait staff gave us recommendations for places to eat while we were on the Cape. He was so personable and attentive. It was a great start to our vacation!“

“Our experience from the front door to leaving after dining was impeccable...staff, our waitress, the food ??, atmosphere, comfort and plenty of attention without hovering...the best waitress we've had in years...wish my older brain remembered her name but very tall, pretty & wearing bunny ears! (Easter)We were sorry we hadn't tried them sooner, and therefore, more often. We highly recommend Red River BBQ.“

“Great food, great service. Even on a rainy day it was nice.“

“Was here when it was BBC and would not have ever come back, this is very different. It smells good and the food is wonderful. The staff is so accommodating and pleasant! I love that I have a new local independent place that I can come to for some live music and a great experience!!! Highly recommend giving it a try!!“

“This place is a gem, in a small town. Came here 4-28-2024 on a New England Coach Bus Tour. They treated us very well. The food was Out-Of-This-World perfect. The Baked Haddock was in a very light lemon-buttery sauce. Superb, as the rice & green beans were too... The salad comes with a dressing & I asked for a dry plain salad & they got me 1 in less than a minute. The Apple Crisp was delicious, so good, they brought me a 2nd.“

“The staff was AMAZING and the ice cream was delicious, at a great price. Quick note: the portions are HUGE. A small is considered a large at other places. Me and my family could not finish. Still one of the best Ice cream places I've ever been to.“

“I bet I know what you need. You need a little outing. Yes, you might consider stopping at Jack's Outback. Why? Because it is what makes the day much more pleasant. Jack's is tucked cozily back from the road, you may miss it if you are not careful. Yet, where else are you going to get beautiful surroundings, a lovely pet to greet you, the best breakfast or lunch and waitresses that are so accommodating that you feel welcome as if they were waiting for your arrival. We have enjoyed their company and eats for years: the restaurant is spotless, the meals are excellently prepared and the company is lovely. The owner has adapted to the COVID 19 restrictions far and above what was required. And as the restrictions set in, she became more inventive. Her goal, how to make the journey a pleasant one, though we were all very frightened, I am sure she was to, but she did all she could to protect us and give us a breather if just for a few minutes. Thank you Donna.“

“Ive been here a few times, and absolutely love it! Worth the drive onto the Cape. The burgers are phenomenal (most recently the bleu burger and the vermonter) and the fried pickles and banana peppers are amazing. Gary, Nicole, and Melania know what they’re doing!“

“Nice! Superbowl Sunday, and onr of my usual haunts won't pick up the phone. Well, now I have a new haunt. First timer to Jake Rooneys. It's been there for as far back as I can remember, but I'd never been. Fabulous, perfectly seasoned, turkey dinner special tonight, tried the barley soup, and apple crisp for dessert. I'll be back!“

“Outstanding service. All servers worked well together. I had a cheeseburger with freshly made potato chips and freshly cooked bacon, not a couple of strips cooked in the morning and stored in the refrigerator. Also the calamari was excellent.“

“Six member out of state Family reunion dinner Clancy’s restaurant on September 19, 2022. Menu selections are wonderful Food was excellent Service was outstanding , Leary our waiter was the best. Highly recommend Clancy’s restaurant should you have the opportunity We plan another visit come spring.“

“Looking to try something different and found this tavern in my search. Took a chance and was pleasantly surprised. Buffalo chicken dip with baked tortilla chips were awesome.WST burger looked amazing. The burger could have used a bit more flavor but it is possible the pulled pork, fried egg, and french toast bun stole the show. The baked haddock was very good, and the steak tips were divine. The fingerling potatoes were perfect.“

“I have been annually vacationing in Dennis for over 40 years. Where have you been all my life?! We went this year with our adult sons and we all agree that our food was unique, amazing, and worth every single penny. Outstanding service, ambience, and the food is above and beyond. We can't wait to come back for more.“

“Pulled pork sandwich was so spicy I couldn’t eat it. Guiness Mudslide was awful. Too much chopped ice and lacking flavor. Straw was so small in diameter it was very difficult to drink. Was supposed to have ice cream in it but I couldn’t find it. One and done here!“

“The busy places had a ridiculous wait time. So we drove to this place. The decor isnt welcoming, its more of a sports bar than family dining. Food was pleasantly surprising. Hostess was friendly. We got calamari, mac and cheese, fisherman's platter and broiled scallops. Everything was very good. Give this place a consideration. The food wont disappoint.“

“Being in a small plaza, this place was a pleasant surprise with a cozy colonial atmosphere. We were seated by a window that had a beautiful view.The menu had some great offerings. Inhad the Turkey Stuffing melt with Mac & Cheese. It was excellent, some of the best turkey I've had eating out.My husband had the Cape Cod Rueben, which was filling for him and tasted great.The service was great, I was surprised by how fast our.food came out after ordering.Over all, we both agreed it was a great choice on our day trip.“

“OMG…best burger —ever! It melted in my mouth, so tasty! It’s tender and juicy. I finished it and said, “wait, it’s gone!” I couldn’t put it down once I got started. Atmosphere is trendy and fun. The staff is friendly and attentive.“

“The fettuccine carbonara with panchetta is one of the best dishes I've had in a long time. I sat at the bar because I was alone the bartender was a professional. He made great drinks and checked on me just enough to make it pleasant. I suggest this place for a great atmosphere and great service and of course great food.“

“I love this restaurant. It’s decorated according to the season. The food is varied, fresh and plentiful. The cocktails are fabulous as well. Additionally, it is a good value. I visit friends who reside in the cape and like to choose this restaurant because it’s not super costly , but, certainly not pedestrian priced. They have awesome sunset specials and pleasant,competent, accommodating , agreeable staff.“

“So great! Their Butternut Bisque is absolutely the BEST. Never had better. I had the soup (bisque) and sandwich (tuna) and my wife had their fish and chips--we each had a soda. We both enjoyed our meals completely. Our server was great--the perfect amount of attention. We were seated immediately. The restaurant was clean. The restrooms were clean. There's ample parking. Our bill came to $49. There are TVs throughout the restaurant so there were a variety of mostly sports to watch. And I cannot say enough about the Butternut Bisque--I almost bought some to go too. My only regret...not buying Bisque to go. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to a friend.“

“We have been coming here from the beginning many years ago and it always feels like coming home. It's great to be able to have different experiences like burger at the bar, sharing small plates on a week nite, or a full blown nice dinner with affordable bottle of quality wine. We have also had special events there as well. It's always quality in every way.....“

“Excellent harbor side spot. Casual and cool. Great tuna. Our waitress Janee was terrific. Very enjoyable.“

“We had clam chowder, a fish sandwich and an oyster roll. The food was just delicious! The chow-da was so good we got a large one to go for tomorrow. Great food!“

“Ate here on a busy night after the st paddy’s parade. Great beer list (sip of sunshine/maine lunch on draft!) and quality food. Our server was so pleasant - would go back again and bring the kids as there’s some arcade games in the back.“

“Came in for a quick breakfast stop, and boy did I get quick service! I got the 2 eggs (doubled it to 4) with bacon and hash with the toast with an orange juice, and it was done in minutes! I was in and out in about 15 mins. Great servers, and good food! :)“