While most Vineyard restaurants are seasonal - April through October, there is a growing number of great choices open year-round. MVOL provides a list of the restaurants that we love to visit during the peaceful winter months. Use our friendly and comprehensive guide to plan your evening out or let's do lunch location.
Dinner | Lunch
An Evening Out
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Warm up a winter evening with an excursion to one of these island restaurants. Lots of places are now open to cater to locals and off-season visitors seeking good food, conversation, or just an excuse to wear that new outfit. A romantic evening for two or an opportunity for a group catch-up session - the Vineyard has fantastic options all winter long.
Detente Restaurant
Elegant dining with an imtimate atmosphere in the heart of Edgartown Village. Restaurant and wine-bar, specializing in modern local cuisine and wines from around the world, offering tapas at the bar in addition to the full menu. Winter hours: dinner served Tuesday through Saturday. Nevin Sq., off Winter St. 508-627-8810.
Edgartown Pizza
For great family-friendly dining, bring the gang to Edgartown Pizza located at the Triangle in Edgartown. Delicious pizzas, fresh salads & homemade specialities, open daily til 9pm. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Seasons Eatery & Pub
Come join the crowd at Seasons Eatery, Oak Bluffs' most popular year-round restaurant and sports bar. Along with the great sandwiches and pub menu, Seasons' sushi bar attracts a lot of attention. When the Sox or Pats are making a run be sure that Seasons has the game on one of its many screens.
David Ryan’s Cafe & Restaurant
Since changing ownership last year, this Edgartown favorite hangout has become a destination for serious food. Upstairs, we offer pretty presentations of interesting appetizers and entrees. Downstairs, you’ll find a fun crowd sipping fun cocktails. The new bar menu has some great gourmet options.
Le Grenier
Dine by candlelight in a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. Provide your own French vintage as the perfect accompaniment to this longtime favorite restaurant's classic French fare. Open 12/24; closed 12/25.
Off Shore Ale
The Island's only brewery and restaurant is a popular year round gathering spot not to be missed. Enjoy lunch, dinner or a hand crafted beer in Offshore's unique rustic interior or on the seasonal patio. Famous barrel of peanuts, Wood-fired brick oven pizza, voted "Best of the Vineyard" burger, oysters, steaks and more. Live entertainment.
Lattanzi's Pizzeria
An Italian trattoria in the heart of Edgartown, Lattanzi's specializes in wood-fired thin crust pizzas. Pastas, grilled options and nightly specials are also available. The fine dining establishment next door is open weekends and offers Tuscan cuisine and a wide selection of Italian wines in a warm intimate setting with fireplace.
Ocean View
Have dinner in the bar in convivial surroundings or try the roomy dining room featuring standard seafood, steak, pasta and other options accompanied by the popular salad bar. A local favorite for casual and family dining.
The Wharf Pub and Restaurant
Downtown Edgartown hot spot, the Wharf is a popular bar with live music on weekends and offers a wide range of appetizers, pub fare and seafood and other entrees for lunch or dinner.
Zephrus
Located at the busy Mansion House, Zephrus offers New American cuisine in a pretty, open dining room. Bring your own wine to pair with delicious options, both simple and gourmet.
The Grill on Main
New England American fare is delivered from an open kitchen in this light, airy Edgartown restaurant. Flavorful, not overly fussy, entrees are paired with a wide selection of wines. The nightly prix fixe three course dinner for $30 and should not be missed at anytime of the year.
Nicky's
A casual bistro style restaurant specializing in Italian comfort food. A lot more than pasta is on the menu at this local gathering spot. BYOB and make it a party.
Let's Do Lunch
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Venture out to one of these local eateries for a little socializing. Midday cocktails and gossip or an elegant change of scenery are in order this time of year. Why not make it a weekly outing?
Plane View
The café at the MV Airport is a fun change of pace for breakfast or lunch. A view of the runway may just inspire you to get away - or learn to fly - who knows.
Zephrus
Business people hold lunchtime meetings while hotel guests plan their itineraries afternoons at the Mansion House's restaurant. Cozy up at a booth and enjoy interesting salads, sandwiches, pizzas and more.
Black Dog
The cafe has a fireplace, the tavern of course has the terrific harbor view. Either choice is a great option for lunch in Vineyard Haven. The tavern is always bustling and, if you prefer a morning get together, this is the place for breakfast on the island. At the café you can shop for your Black Dog merchandise while you dine.
Slice of Life
A little more gourmet than other Oak Bluffs midday options, this Circuit Ave. eatery is the award winning Sweet Life restaurant's more informal sister. Make sure to sample one of the homemade baked goods - a slice of something from the Slice will sweeten up your day. A similar menu is also available for a casual dinner.
Linda Jean's
Friendly and homey, Linda Jean's is a favorite lunch spot for tradesman and tourists alike. Great burgers, etc. and save room for a slice of homemade pie or try the grapenut pudding .
The Newes
English pub atmosphere complete with a cozy hearth and numerous draft beer, the Newes has a varied menu and is a very cozy choice for either lunch or dinner in Edgartown.
Off Shore Ale
The Island's only brewery and restaurant is a popular year round gathering spot not to be missed. Enjoy lunch, dinner or a hand crafted beer in Offshore's unique rustic interior or on the seasonal patio. Famous barrel of peanuts, Wood-fired brick oven pizza, voted "Best of the Vineyard" burger, oysters, steaks and more. Live entertainment.
