One can hardly believe Cape Cod is one of the few regions that boast over 1200 individual restaurants and some with more than a 100 year history of hospitality and many under the proprietorship.

The new year inspires me to list these outstanding restaurants who have stood the test of time with tradition, longevity and integrity. My congratulations to all of you for making Cape Cod one of the top dining meccas in the United States.

 

A SAMPLE OF CAPE COD RESTAURANTS THAT CELEBRATED
OVER 10 to 100 YEARS OF DINING HOSPITALITY

LIGHTHOUSE INN 1938, THE RIVERWAY LOBSTERHOUSE, 1945, THE DOLPHIN, PATES RESTAURANTS 1957, THE MOORS 1939, WHITMAN HOUSE 1962, THE FLUME, CHILLINGSWORTH 1953, NAPI'S 1973, LAWRENCE'S 1897, MITCHELLS RESTAURANT, DAN'L WEBSTER INN, CHANTICLEER, ANTHONY'S CUMMAQUID INN, LAND HO, RED PHEASANT INN 1977, THE LANDFALL 1945, CHATHAM SQUIRE 1967, ROSE'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 1941, THE EBB TIDE 1958, HARWICH COUNTRY INN 1976, WEE PACKETS, BLACK DOG TAVERN, THE ROADHOUSE CAFE 1982, OLIVERS, THE MARSHSIDE, CHRISTINE'S, THE REGATTA OF FALMOUTH, CAPTAIN LINNELL HOUSE, PENGUIN SEA GRILL 1980, THE PADDOCK 1970, LAURINO'S 1970, DOUBLE DRAGON INN, HEARTH 'N KETTLES, GOLDEN SWAN 1970, THE EGG & I, DENNIS INN, BAXTERS 1960, YARMOUTH HOUSE RESTAURANT 1976, JACK'S OUT BACK 1980, 400 CLUB, THE ARBOR, CAPT. PARKERS, TIKI PORT, NIMROD INN, THE SAGAMORE INN, THE DOME RESTAURANT, BREWSTER INN AND CHOWDER HOUSE, BOBBY BYRNE'S PUB, GINA'S BY THE SEA 1938, CHEF URANO'S 1976, SILVER LOUNGE, GRASMERE PUB, KETTLE HO, THE CHART ROOM, JARED COFFIN HOUSE, COOK'S RESTAURANT, THE DRAGONLITE 1958, CAPTAIN WILLIAM'S HOUSE, LE LANGUEDOC, SAL'S PLACE, QUEEN ANNE INN, PUCCI'S HARBORSIDE, JOE MACS, THE MARITHORN, BRAMBLE INN, PAPPARAZZI, OFF THE BAY CAFE, THE MEWS, LOBSTERPOT, SCARGO CAFE, THE COLONIAL HOUSE INN, 1974, THE IMPUDENT OYSTER, MANSE INN, HARBORPOINT, VININGS BISTRO, SERENA'S, HIGH BREWSTER, MESA LUNA, MILDREDS, CHRISTIAN'S 1961, THE BRIDGE RESTAURANT (1961) WIMPY'S, THE GOURMET BRUNCH, THE BOOKSTORE &RESTAURANT 1964, AESOPS' TABLES, BISHOP'S TERRACE, THE RED INN, MATTAKEESE WHARF RESTAURANT, MR. RICHARDS, KREAM & KONE, LAMBERT'S COVE COUNTRY INN, LO CICERO'S 1976, THE DUCK CREEKE TAVERN ROOM, WINDJAMMER, GOLDEN BOY RESTAURANT, ALBERTO'S, CLANCY'S, THE OUTERMOST INN, CIRO & SALS 1950, FRONT STREET (1973), L'ALOUTETTE 1980, MONTANO'S, PEKING PALACE 1984, NEW YORK DELI &BAKERY 1976, VAN RENSELAER'S. THE BOAT HOUSE, CAPE COD SUNNY PINES INN, THE BROWN BAG.

And now on to some new dining spots to experience and I welcome them to the list of outstanding Cape Cod restaurants.

Roast Prime Rib, Baked 'Shrooms, Bangers N Mash, Campfire Chicken, Sourdough Chowder...

Although the Black Rock Grille, West Yarmouth is a new restaurant (August 1996) to Cape Cod, it is under the management team of the famous Clancy's in West Yarmouth, so you can expect exceptional entrees such as the Black Rock Campfire Chicken, fowl on the bone, lightly marinated with a special herb/spice dressing, maple glazed and then flamed broiled. Or if you prefer beef, certified Angus, try the Roast Prime Rib, New York Sirloin, Le Filet Mignon, Delmonico, London Broil, Meatloaf, Steak Teriyaki, Club Steak, Rump Steak and Rich Ranch Cut (20oz) these are for the beef lover in your family. The Black Rock also invites the palate for a taste of the "teasers" Bangers N Mash, Irish sausage from the Galtee Mountains smashed into a mound of fresh garlic mashed potatoes. And yes do try the Sourdough Chowder - a must, creamy, not thick, loaded with ocean clams and served in a sourdough bowl (you must eat the bowl too)! and savor the mild flavors from the chowder.
Open 7 days at 4PM for dinner. (508) 771-1001

Penne Con Pollo E Broccoli Al Alfredo, Tortellini Al Amatrigiana, Bistecca Al Ferri, Bistecca Alla Calabrese...

You may learn Italian at this "not so new" Ristorante, but those who remember the Casa Mia on Route 28, West Yarmouth...will be pleased to know you can find the same exquisite menu at Ristorante Pescara at the Cove Resort. My choices are the Tortellini all Amatrigiana: sautéed Pancetta, filet of tomatoes, diced onions, Pecorino and Pamigiano cheeses and the Bistecca Alla Calabrese: broiled sirloin topped with sautéed Greek olives, Pimento, Pepperonncini and hot finger peppers in a zesty wine sauce. These entrees have me talking fluent Italian, forgetting every English word I know.
Open daily, except Mondays, for dinner. (508) 775-9600
 

Pan Fried Crab cakes, Maryland Soft Shell Crab, Cranberry Orange Chicken, Caribbean Jerk Pork, Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Salad, Spinach & Radiccio Salad...

are just a sample of the creative menu entrees found at the Beachmoor, traditional American Cuisine is the menu fare, owned and operated by Rita & Bob, who also have one of the oldest restaurants in Falmouth. Although the Beachmoor is a new restaurant since 1995, in Buzzards Bay, the Inn offers six charming and tastefully decorated rooms. I was overwhelmed with the blends of pleasing colors and the ambiance of the Inn. One could just feel the summer breeze in January. Back to the menu, a suggested entree may be the Pan Fried Crab cakes ( a secret recipe) accompanied with Tarragon mustard and smoke tomato remoulade. Tasty, very tasty! Cranberry Orange Chicken speaks for itself...another entree that deserves attention is the Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Salad with Feta cheese and a lemon oregano cucumber dressing. The Beachmoor offers a wide and varied menu to the season. The Spinach and Radiccio Salad just met the requirement for my New Years' resolution, fresh tossed wild mushrooms, prosciutto, sun dried tomatoes, grilled sweet onions, toasted pine nutsand a warm raspberry dressing, and at the top, crumbled gorgonzola.
Open for lunch and dinner. Call for Winter hours. (508) 759-7522

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