Best of Cape Cod 2025 | Top Restaurants, Parks, Coffee Shops & More

by Linda Whitcomb

Best Restaurants on the Cape

Cape Cod’s diverse dining landscape is headlined by Lune, known for its inventive French tasting menus inside a converted gas station. The Pheasant delivers New American fare, while The Ocean House Restaurant offers waterfront fine dining overlooking Nantucket Sound. Portside Tavern features rooftop dining with harbor views. Spanky’s Clam Shack brings classic seafood on the harbor, and Cove Coastal Kitchen offers coastal American cuisine in a modern setting.

Best Coffee and Cafés

Top cafés include Great Awakening Coffee House for community-driven service and local roasting, Three Fins Coffee Roasters for on-site single-origin roasting, Mariner Cafe for French-American breakfast blends, Old King’s Coffeehouse for bold roasts, and Adventure Cafe for vegan, organic options in a relaxed space.

Best Parks and Natural Attractions

Cape Cod National Seashore offers over 40 miles of unspoiled beaches and dunes. Nickerson State Park has freshwater kettle ponds and biking trails. Race Point Beach in Provincetown features wide sands and sunsets. Halibut Point State Park combines quarry history with coastal exploration. Mayflower Beach is perfect for low-tide walks on tidal flats.

Best Family-Friendly Activities

Cape Cod Inflatable Park and Fins Up! Water Park offer thrilling water and bounce activities. Cape Cod Central Railroad provides scenic and educational train rides. Pirate Adventures Hyannis features interactive treasure hunts on water. Skull Island delivers a day of fun with mini golf, go-karts, and arcades.

Best Ice Cream and Dessert Spots

Historic Four Seas Ice Cream continues its legacy of classic flavors since 1934. Polar Cave Ice Cream Parlour excels in small-batch custards. The Shipwreck Ice Cream offers a full range of toppings and soft-serve. Sundae School Ice Cream in Dennis Port serves inventive flavors made from local dairy.

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This guide reflects current recommendations as of 2025. Always check individual websites for the latest seasonal hours, menus, and visitor information.