Nantucket Restaurant Week Returns September 28–October 4, 2026
Fall is one of the best times to experience Nantucket’s dining scene, and Nantucket Restaurant Week returns September 28 through October 4, 2026. Hosted by the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce, the week brings together restaurants and culinary talent from across the island for seven days of special menus, seasonal flavors, and unique dining experiences.
This year, Restaurant Week is expanding beyond the traditional restaurant experience. In addition to participating island restaurants, the 2026 event will highlight private chefs, caterers, local makers, artisans, and food trucks, offering even more ways to experience Nantucket’s food community.
Nantucket Restaurant Week 2026
Throughout the week, participating restaurants will feature special menus and seasonal offerings showcasing everything from fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients to globally inspired dishes and longtime island favorites.
The current lineup includes The Pearl, Billie’s, Slip 14, bar Yoshi, or, The Whale, Sister Ship, Company of the Cauldron, Gaslight, The Proprietors Bar & Table, Black Eyed Susan’s, The Breeze at The Nantucket Hotel, Pip & Anchor, Galley Beach, Topper’s at The Wauwinet, Ethos, The Nantucket Inn, The Chanticleer, and Ventuno. The Chamber notes that additional restaurants are continuing to join, so check the official Restaurant Week page as the event approaches for the latest menus and participating locations.
Savor the Island at Café 22
One of the newest additions to Restaurant Week is Savor the Island, taking place Thursday, October 1 from 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Café 22 on Federal Street.
The interactive cooking demonstration will feature Chef Daisy of Café 22, with dishes inspired by Nantucket’s farms, waters, and seasonal ingredients. The program will include Nantucket bay scallops and ingredients from island producers including Eat Fire Farm and Fog Town Farm, along with light bites and wine from Nantucket Vineyards and Great Point Vineyards. Guests will also have opportunities to get closer to the cooking process and learn more about the ingredients and techniques behind each dish.
Restaurant Week Food Truck Festival
Restaurant Week wraps up on Sunday, October 4 with the Food Truck Festival at Children’s Beach, taking place from noon to 3:00 p.m.
The free community event will bring together island food trucks and local makers alongside live entertainment at the Children’s Beach bandstand and activities on the lawn. Presented in partnership with the Town of Nantucket Department of Culture and Tourism, the afternoon offers a casual, family-friendly way to experience another side of Nantucket’s culinary scene. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, October 11.
Make a Reservation
Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to revisit a favorite Nantucket restaurant or finally try somewhere that has been on your list. With special menus offered for a limited time, reservations are recommended, particularly for dinner and popular participating restaurants.
Menus and participating restaurants may continue to change as Restaurant Week approaches, so be sure to check the Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce for the latest updates, menus, tickets, and event information.