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Chilmark Tavern definitely defied my expectations. I came here simply because I’m staying in West Tisbury, and by the time I had checked in to my hostel it was one of the few places still open nearby. I saw “tavern” and figured it would be typical tavern fare, but it definitely is not. It’s an upscale and expensive restaurant, and the food and service were both incredible. Be aware that it is BYOB, I was an idiot and ordered a virgin paloma not realizing that. It’s probably the closest to fine dining I’ve ever been, although the dinosaur coloring pages at the bar undercut that a bit. While fine dining isn’t really my style, I was very happy with my experience. Never had I experienced so much order regret at a restaurant before, and it’s not because I didn’t enjoy what I had but just that I wanted to try so many things on the menu. I had a ricotta toast special and tuna tartare, both were supremely presented, thoughtfully flavored dishes. The price is quite steep, but I have no regrets.
Ben RothBen Roth
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Where do I start. A relative thought this place was good for our family and friends to go to while on vacation in Martha's Vineyard June 2023 . We waited 45 mins for our food(2 tables about 13 of us) It was a BYOB type place but who knew they charged 2.50 per glass for ice. My chicken was average. Not worth what i spent. Had to have something I didn't order taken off my bill. Had better chicken from Sams Club where i live. A person at my table ordered the ice but it was put on my bill so the waiter didn't bill correctly twice. They allowed us to be billed 5 different checks I believe. Any restaurant who has a large party should bring your food as its cooked. 45 mins for salad is ridiculous. Any restaurant that charges you for a cancelation of your party would never get my service. I have never appreciated any restaurant telling me what to tip, especially if service is not worthy. Who charges 5% kitchen appreciation after charging 25% gratuity for a large party? This was the worst part of my vacation. I would not step foot in this place again. My mother's chicken wings were a terrible attempt to serve jerk wings.
T LT L
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Came on a Monday night for a 5:30pm reservation with 3 girlfriends. We came on the early side because we wanted to watch the sunset on the beach after dinner. The dining room was pretty sparsely populated when we arrived but both the main dining room and the outdoor patio had filled up by the time we left at 6:45. Since it’s BYOB, we brought a bottle of wine and a bottle of batched Negronis which our waitress quickly brought out glasses for and served. For dinner we started with the bread, special cheese starter and summer squash. I thought that the squash was really exceptional. For my main course I ordered the half chicken. It came with a side salad and was crispy, juicy and delicious. Two of my girlfriends got the chicken pot pie and said it was one of the best they ever had. The Buffalo Brussels were also on point. The food here felt like having a great home cooked meal. Looking forward to coming back!
Maggie JMaggie J
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It’s just incredible how in one of the toughest businesses made more difficult by seasonality and staffing challenges that this upscale but casual byob restaurant maintains such high level consistency. A bustling, almost celebratory atmosphere last night set the stage for celebrity sitings and an incredible meal for our party of 6–we shared nearly every appetizer, melt in your mouth pork chops, the best roast chicken ever, perfectly prepared halibut and a simple but perfect Tavern burger that everyone wanted a bite of! The salads and side vegetable dishes from Island farms were absolutely delicious and then…The desserts! Whoa. As every year, we can’t wait to go back.
Scott PlathScott Plath
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Our family had an absolutely amazing experience and a wonderful first meal out on Island last week. We were eager to goto some new restauraunts and we will most definetly be back! They are BYOB and do a fantastic job at it!!! We brought bourbon and wine to drink while dining. We tried the following: Apps: - Calamari App - Onion rings - Sourdough w/ scape butter (to die for) Entrees: - Vegetarian curry * 3 people - Fish and Chips - Tuna entree over green beans (SO FRESH) - Wagyu steak and lobster Mac n cheesy All were cooked to perfection. The atmosphere was on point and we had no complaints at all. Will be back again. 10/10 would reccomend to a friend!
Alan KarpAlan Karp
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Had a great experience here. The atmosphere was really casual, but nice; the service was 5 stars; the menu was really inventive. Four stars overall because, even though the food was very unique, it didn’t deliver as much flavor as I would have liked. The pasta dish pictured here was good, but not great; the scallops were good, but again, not a great overall dish (although they were cooked nicely). The place is BYOB—$14 corking fee for a bottle of wine—which I think is very reasonable. Overall, prices are fair. I’d go back to try some other things, but for now, I’m fairly impressed!
Robert JacobyRobert Jacoby
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9 State Rd, Chilmark, MA 02535
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(508) 645-9400
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Rustic yet refined BYOB bistro (mixers provided) serving creative, seasonal New American cuisine.
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