Must-see restaurants in Martha's Vineyard

  • Chilmark Tavern

    Martha's Vineyard

    There's only one real restaurant in Chilmark, but it happens to be one of the best on the island. The Chilmark Tavern does upscale New American cuisine…

  • ArtCliff Diner

    Martha's Vineyard

    Hands down the best place in town for breakfast and lunch. Chef-owner Gina Stanley, a grad of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, adds flair to…

  • Scottish Bakehouse

    Martha's Vineyard

    While the name may conjure up images of shortbread and tea cakes, the Scottish Bakehouse serves a wonderful variety of baked goodies in its cozy digs on…

  • Waterside Market

    Martha's Vineyard

    Quality sandwiches and salads are made to order at this popular lunch spot located in a beautiful old house on Main St. The inside seating can be a bit…

  • Among the Flowers Café

    Martha's Vineyard

    Join the in-the-know crowd on the garden patio (under cute striped awnings and – yes – among the flowering plants) for homemade soups, waffles, sandwiches…

  • West Tisbury Farmers Market

    Martha's Vineyard

    Be sure to head to the Grange Hall in the center of West Tisbury on market days for fresh-from-the-farm produce. The best time to go is Saturday, when it…

  • Menemsha Fish Market

    Martha's Vineyard

    On a cold day, warm up with some chowder or opt for a super-fresh lobster roll at this rustic, no-frills, year-round fish market in Menemsha. Or go the…

  • 20byNine

    Martha's Vineyard

    Whiskey is the star of the cocktail menu at 20byNine and it goes well with just about everything on the delightfully unpretentious menu of small plates…

  • 7a Foods

    Martha's Vineyard

    A purveyor of all things farm-to-table, 7a Foods is run by locals with excellent food and farming pedigrees (co-owner and chef Dan is a Culinary Institute…

  • Sweet Life Café

    Martha's Vineyard

    New American cuisine with a French accent is offered by this stylish bistro, which provides the town's finest dining. Tuna tartare, fried softshell crab…

  • La Choza Burritos

    Martha's Vineyard

    Bumper bespoke burritos are the order of the day at this corner spot on Main St, not far from the ferry terminal. The signs step you through the process,…

  • Port Hunter

    Martha's Vineyard

    Set in a high-ceiling building with an industrial vibe that harkens back to Edgartown's past as a busy harbor, Port Hunter has a diverse menu of high-end…

  • Martha's Vineyard Gourmet Cafe & Bakery

    Martha's Vineyard

    This simple joint serves inexpensive coffee, famous apple fritters and cannoli, but the time to swing by is from 7pm to 1am (when the shop itself is shut)…

  • Mad Martha's

    Martha's Vineyard

    If the Obamas are on the island and you want to snag a photo, this is your best paparazzi hang: they’ll invariably swing by for a scoop of award-winning…

  • Black Dog Tavern

    Martha's Vineyard

    These days it's more famous for its T-shirts than its food, but this legendary eatery packs a crowd. Just a short walk from the ferry, it's handy for…

  • Aquinnah Shop

    Martha's Vineyard

    Although this restaurant caters to tourists who come to the southern tip of Martha's Vineyard to take in the majestic Gay Head Cliffs, the food is…

  • Back Yard Taco

    Martha's Vineyard

    Back Yard Taco is a favorite of Martha's Vineyard's cooler set and considering it serves some of the island's best tacos, it's not hard to see why…

  • Martha's Vineyard Chowder Company

    Martha's Vineyard

    The namesake clam chowder is pretty impressive – rich, creamy and a frequent award-winner. But the rest of the large menu is also impressive, from the raw…

  • Biscuits

    Martha's Vineyard

    If you're wondering what Biscuits specializes in, you needn't look further than its name. This Southern-inspired breakfast and lunch spot is a favorite…

  • Menemsha Deli

    Martha's Vineyard

    This small cafe opened in 2018 and has been a welcome addition to Menemsha's otherwise limited restaurant scene. It specializes in hearty sandwiches and…

  • Espresso Love

    Martha's Vineyard

    This year-round cafe serves the richest cup o' joe in town, sweet cinnamon rolls and good sandwiches, like curried chicken with walnuts and currants. The…

  • Net Result

    Martha's Vineyard

    On the west side of town, this fish market is fresh, fresh, fresh, with everything from sushi to award-winning chowder, lobster rolls and fish and chips…

  • Linda Jean's

    Martha's Vineyard

    The town's best all-around inexpensive eatery rakes in the locals with unbeatable blueberry pancakes, juicy burgers and simple but filling dinners. Kids'…