Martha's Vineyard is synonymous with fresh, delicious seafood. For many visitors, the charm of the island comes alive at its iconic seafood shacks, where you can enjoy everything from fried clams to buttery lobster rolls in a laid-back, picturesque setting. Guests of our Edgartown Collection hotels often ask where to find the best seafood on the island, so we've rounded up three must-visit seafood shacks that showcase the Vineyard's ocean-to-table offerings.
The Seafood Shanty | 29 Dock St, Edgartown | (508) 627-8622
This waterfront seafood restaurant is full-service dining, but head around the back of the building to the Quarterdeck, its takeout window. Order up a tray of fried clams, lobster rolls, and french fries, then enjoy your haul at the patio tables and enjoy a view of the harbor and the Edgartown Lighthouse. Make it your first stop off the ferry even, as this seafood shack is located right next to the ferry dock.
The Homeport | 512 North Rd, Menemsha | (508) 645-2679
Another restaurant/takeout window combo, The Homeport's Back Door menu delivers that fresh, seafood shack vibe. With a selection of fried seafood baskets and rolls and a raw bar, you can enjoy your meal on the patio overlooking the water. We love starting the meal with local oysters on the half shell, and don't forget to save room for dessert—the key lime pie is spectacular.
Shuck Shack at Coop de Ville | 12 Circuit Avenue Extension, Oak Bluffs | (508) 693-3420
This popular raw bar and seafood shack is located next to its sister restaurant, Coop de Ville. The menu here has all the classics: raw oysters and clams, clam chowder, lobster rolls, fish sandwiches, and steamed lobster. The non-seafood items here are just as delicious, so this is a good compromise if your group has some landlubbers. Its spot on the water overlooking the Oak Bluffs harbor makes the Shuck Shack one of the best seafood shacks on Martha's Vineyard.