11 Best Places To Eat On Nantucket (Updated 2026)

Laid back seafood joints, award winning restaurants, cozy coffee shops, and beachside sandwiches spots - not only is Nantucket beautiful, it is also full of amazing food. While your here, it's easy to look past the food scene and head straight to the beaches, but Nantucket packs it's punch when it comes to dining. Read on to discover the 11 best places to eat on Nantucket Island.

1. Lemon Press

Set in the heart of town, Lemon Press is a Nantucket staple. This women and family owned restaurant has mediterranean and middle eastern influences and makes it their mission to buy locally sourced and organic ingredients. Lemon Press is versatile - if you just want to grab a coffee (I love the charcoal one) or have a beautiful sit down dinner you can do it here!

2. Born and Bread

Born and Bread is a timeless artisanal bread bakery in downtown Nantucket. The coffee, paseries, and the egg sandwiches are some of the best on the island. Make sure you go to Born and Bread right when they open at 8am because they will sell out of their best things and they close at 1pm.

3. Downyflake

Downyflake is a hole in the wall donut joint that has been around for 88 years. They are tiny and delicious - try the maple glazed!

4. Provisions

Provisions serves the quintessential beach sandwich. Set just a few steps from the ferry terminal in town, Nantucket staple is the perfect spot to grab sandwiches, salads, or coffee.

5. American Seasons

American Seasons is a upscale restaurant set on the outskirts of downtown. Serving only the the freshest, most delectable food curated by highly trained chefs, American Seasons is a great option.

6. Lola 41

Located west of downtown and situated on the water, Lola 41 is inspired by countries and regions set along the 41st parallel. So think sushi, ribs, miso soup, and burgers! There is a lively bar along with plenty of seating. Over the weekends get a reservation as it gets busy!

7. Slip 14

Located in downtown Nantucket, Slip 14, is the perfect spot for a casual dinner. You will feel like you are right on a dock as the restaurant is decorated in fishing nets and the floors and tables are made of wood. Right outside is the Nantucket harbor.

8. Island Coffee

Early birds will love Island Coffee as they open before all the other coffee shops here. It is a grab and go type place with strong coffee.

9. Jack and Charlie's

A cute little breakfast and ice cream joint in town. A bit more niche and less of a line than the nearby Juice Bar - I prefer Jack & Charlies.

10. Cisco Breweries

Cisco Breweries is lined with food trucks and beer. Usually packed with college students, Cisco is perfect for a late night. Grab some food from the fabulous food trucks and enjoy the atmosphere with your friends and family. Cisco Breweries is located right next to Cisco Beach. Perfect for the college/young adult crowd.

11. Pizzeria Gemelle

If you are looking for a easy and affordable dinner than your best bet is delectable Neapolitan style pizza at Gemelle.

11 Best Places To Eat On Nantucket Wrap Up

Nantucket is full of amazing restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, sandwich shops, and more! The stunning island never disappoints. I hope that this guide to the 11 best places to eat on Nantucket Island helps you plan the perfect Nantucket getaway. If you liked this post checkout our Complete Guide To Nantucket Island.