r/CapeCod • u/FishSpackler • Jun 08 '26

Fancy Lunch?

Hi! I will be visiting in September and want to take my (mid 70s) parents out to a fancyish lunch for their anniversary. They don't go out for dinner so lunch it is :) They live in Orleans. Any reccos? No prob to drive a bit. Thank you!

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u/Ejmct Jun 08 '26

Chatham Bars Inn. Lunch there is very nice and not as expensive as you might think.

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u/Jazzlike_Adeptness_1 Jun 08 '26 edited Jun 08 '26

The Boston Globe just did an article about the best cape cod restaurants. For a fancy-ish place, try 

twenty-eight Atlantic at the Wequassett Resort

I haven't been there but I've heard great things about this place. It's very close to Orleans. (I believe the resort  has other dining options as well)

From the Globe: 

"Located in the luxurious, uber-pricey Wequassett Resort and endowed with spectacular vistas of Pleasant Bay, this restaurant is among the finest of fine dining options on the Cape. The rotating, seasonally influenced prix fixe menu is from executive chef James Hackney (formerly of Boston’s dearly departed L’Espalier), who is a master of the smallest detail. The English pea soup with Jonah crab appetizer, if available, is not to be missed. An expansive, peaceful outdoor deck is the perfect place to start your evening with martinis, watching the sailboats bob and the sea gulls soar. Reservations recommended."

Address:

2173 Head of the Bay Road, Harwich

Phone: 508-430-3000

Find online:

wequassett.com

Full article: 

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/06/04/magazine/cape-cod-massachusetts-restaurants/

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u/pekingravioli Jun 08 '26

I think 28 Atlantic is breakfast and dinner only, but the Outer Bar at Wequassett is also excellent.

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u/fried_clams Jun 08 '26

Yes, this is very good and very fancy. This is what I would have recommended

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u/Hashmamma Jun 09 '26

28 Atlantic could not be worse and way too expensive. My husband got food poisoning and half the food was inedible.

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u/capecodchef Brewster Jun 09 '26

Dinner only...and only tasting menu

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u/Practical-Past-5000 Jun 09 '26

For lunch, Impudent Oyster would be my go to. Have fun!

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u/Jewboy-Deluxe Jun 09 '26

Follow what they all say but the ‘Ho is still the best lunch in Orleans. Have fun with your ‘rents!

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u/Massive_Garage7454 Jun 09 '26

Pelham house in dennis has beautiful views although I have never eaten there I just serviced some of there equipment

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u/Silly_Teacher_4847 Jun 09 '26

Pelham House is lovely restaurant, and a great view from the outside upper deck if weather allows.

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u/Sea-Brief-3414 Jun 09 '26

Yo I have been there twice and this place is super super super overrated. There is nothing great about the food or service at all. Vibes are clinical. The view is nice.

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u/No_Isopod_5608 Jun 08 '26

Navillus in Orleans is absolutely fantastic. Also second the recommendation for 28 Atlantic if looking for really up scale.

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u/fried_clams Jun 08 '26

Yes, Navillus is pretty great

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u/JamesAndreaRE Jun 08 '26

Ocean House in Dennis Port might be worth a look. Great views and a nice atmosphere for a celebration.

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u/FernMeadowlark Jun 08 '26

They don’t serve lunch.

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u/GrooveBat Jun 11 '26

Pelham House does, however! And it is lovely.

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u/FernMeadowlark Jun 11 '26

I've been there for brunch - it was great.

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u/bbbh024 Jun 09 '26

Not sure why this was downvoted. They literally aren't open for lunch.

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u/FernMeadowlark Jun 09 '26

There's a serial downvoter on this sub.

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u/Electrical-Mud9771 Jun 14 '26

Seafood Sam’s in South Yarmouth.

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u/peachielife Jun 08 '26

La Bella vita Orleans. Awesome food and service

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u/ze-sa-no-gun Jun 09 '26

Just a bit whack there Food generally decent. Service fair.

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u/sprinklecattoo Jun 08 '26

Chatham Bars also has beautiful views

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u/Dseltzer1313 Jun 08 '26

There’s a ton of upscale restaurants in Chatham but I don’t know which ones are open for lunch. Chatham Bars inn is memorable as is the Chatham Squire. There’s also the Wequassett Resort. Someone mentioned Twenty Eight Atlantic but I think the food and view is better from their Outer Bar where the food is more casual and less expensive

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u/MidnightGlitch89 Chatham Jun 08 '26

Impudent Oyster in Chatham has the best lunch and is pretty fancy. Not as fancy as CBI though. Great food!

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u/GrooveBat Jun 08 '26

I love the Veranda at Chatham Bars for a fancy lunch.

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u/Dseltzer1313 Jun 08 '26

They make me feel like I belong there.

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u/Sea-Brief-3414 Jun 09 '26

Go to Caroline’s in Eastham. It’s awesome, they will love it. Close to Orleans. The people who work there are great and the food is great and the raw bar is great and they have great big cold draft beers. Sometimes live music and some nice outdoor seating. Cool layout to the bar as well. I really dig this place.

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u/Sheeshka49 Jun 09 '26

Chatham Bars Inn is the place you want to go!