Escape Guide // Cape Cod, MA

1. The Squire

Wareham, MA
Bar · 2 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: The Squire is the quintessential New England beach bar. The type of place with license plates on the walls and bumper stickers announcing that Chatham is a “drinking village with a fishing problem. Read more.

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2. The Beachcomber

7.8
1120 Cahoon Hollow Rd (Ocean View Dr.), Wellfleet, MA
Seafood Restaurant · 33 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: The “Comba” as it’s known sits atop the sandy bluffs of the National Seashore and has the best view anywhere on the cape. There is a live band just about every night and plenty of beers to go around. Read more.

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3. Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

8.5
2173 Route 28 (Pleasant Bay Rd), East Harwich, MA
Hotel · 12 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: There’s not a better spot to grab a drink. Grab some beers from one of the bayside bars and post up in front of the outdoor fire pits overlooking Pleasant Bay for a decidedly laid back evening. Read more.

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4. The Corner Store

8.5
1403 Old Queen Anne Rd, Chatham, MA
Burrito Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: This low key roadside shop sells some of the best sandwiches and burritos on the Cape. Do yourself a favor and grab one of their homemade whoopie pies from the fridge by the door as well. Read more.

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5. Chatham Fish Pier

8.0
45 Barcliff Ave., Chatham, MA
Fish Market · 41 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: You’re not going to find fresher seafood anywhere in the country as the commercial fishing boats literally unload and process their catch 50 feet away from the retail shop. Read more.

6. The Squire

Wareham, MA
Bar · 2 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: Not only good for drinking, the Squire is serving up some of the best pub food you’re going to find on the cape. Definitely grab a clam chowder for starters and try the fried clam plate. Read more.

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7. Rock Harbor Grill

8.8
18 Old Colony Way, Orleans, MA
American Restaurant · 33 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: This might be our favorite restaurant on the cape. It starts with the warm pretzel bread and honey butter and gets downright ridiculous when you order the wood fired wings and the wild boar sliders. Read more.

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8. Liam's at Nauset Beach

Nauset Beach, Orleans, MA
Seafood Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: The definition of a beachside seafood shack, Liam’s lets you grab some fried clam strips and onion rings all while keeping your toes in the sand. Expect long lines, but they move you through quick. Read more.

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9. Raw Bar On Ocean Street

7.0
230 Ocean St, Hyannis, MA
Seafood Restaurant · 29 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: All of the seafood is great at the Raw Bar, but it’s their overflowing lobster rolls that have the people wanting more. Get there during off hours to enjoy the outdoor patio and harbor view. Read more.

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10. Chatham Cookware

7.2
524 Main St, Chatham, MA
Café · 23 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: Cookware has all the coffee and sandwiches you’ll need to kick start your day, but be sure to also grab a linguica, egg and cheese on a portuguese roll. Read more.

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11. Yankee Ingenuity

8.6
Main St, Chatham, MA
Gift Store · 12 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: Birthday coming up for that special someone? Yankee Ingenuity is the perfect spot to grab some off the beaten path and original one of a kind gifts while on vacation. Read more.

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12. Mahi Gold

465 Main St, Chatham, MA
Boutique · 2 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: You’ll be well rewarded spending some time walking around Mahi Gold’s flagship store. The brand started with only their own apparel, but are now selling everything you’ll need to blend in on the cape. Read more.

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13. Yellow Umbrella Books

8.0
501 Main St, Chatham, MA
Bookstore · 4 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: Family owned, old school book store that has the perfect beach read whether you’re 2 or 92. Read more.

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14. Chatham Bars Inn

8.8
297 Shore Rd, Chatham, MA
Resort · 36 tips and reviews

Hudson SutlerHudson Sutler: Beach, pool, boats, views, it’s tough to find something wrong with CBI. Cross the street to the private pool and beach side for one of their weekly clam bakes or just to watch the fishing boats. Read more.