Alcohol sales on MV
There are no liquor stores in West Tisbury, Vineyard Haven and Chilmark or Aquinnah though both West Tisbury and  Vineyard Haven now allow the sale of beer and wine with meals in their restaurants. Chilmark is now the only truly 'dry' town on the Island. if you are dining here you are welcome to BYOB - bring your own alcoholic beverage.

Chilmark restaurants may charge you a setup fee for mixed drinks or a corkage fee for wine service.  Many regard the BYOB option as a bonus because it assures that they will be able to enjoy their favorite wine with dinner.

• In Edgartown and Oak Bluffs ‘package stores’ carry a full inventory of beers, wines and liquors. Restaurants may be licensed to serve alcoholic beverages, though some are limited to beer and wine. 

• Save time and energy by stocking up at package stores while visiting/passing through Oak Bluffs and Edgartown.
   
• When making dining reservations, check to see what beverages are served.
  
   

Going Green on MV
Many Island farms are actively organic and Community Sustained Agriculture is enthusiastically supported.  You can learn more about Island farms and the CSA movement by visiting The FARM Institute and viewing our guide to Island farms .  In the summer, farm stands dot the roadside.  Some, such as the ever popular Morning Glory Farm in Edgartown, not only offer a wide variety of fruits and vegetables but prepared foods from their farm kitchens as well.
 
 See listing of Island Farm stands
 

Multi-national Martha
If you’re planning a fancy dinner or just want to pack a special picnic for two, don’t overlook the many gourmet choices available at a variety of outlets including:

• farm stands
• general stores
• grocers
• seafood stores

Island-made condiments, preserves and pickles, cheeses from around the world, Island-made artisanal breads, Portuguese products, fresh herbs and, of course, seafood of every description are just a few of the extraordinary foods that are routinely available. Savor your shopping and be surprised at what you find.
MVOL favorite: Granola, baked goods and soups from Little Rock Farm.

Harbor Facilities
For the convenience of boaters, general stores (and in Oak Bluffs and Edgartown, liquor stores) are located in close proximity to the harbors.

For those who need to stock up for more than an overnight sail, Stop & Shop is located just a short stroll from the Vineyard Haven harbor.  The same is true in Oak Bluffs where Reliable Market on Circuit Ave. is just steps away.  In Edgartown, a convenient in town bus will take you to the large Stop & Shop, just minutes away from downtown.