Blackfish

We had a wonderful dinner for 5 for a girlfriend’s bachelorette. We were promptly sat for our 6:15 reservation. The food was outstanding. The bread, mussels, and beet apps were shared by all. We had the butter poached lobster, The mushroom pappardelle, a build your own burger, and the fish piccata. Everyone loved their meals. Service was outstanding, she was knowledgable and very kind. 10/10 will return and would recommend to anyone in the area or visiting. Cheers!

Welcomed with courtesy at the counter, despite not having a reservation (which is advisable to secure a table), we were treated to attentive and impeccable service. The cuisine at Blackfish in Cape Cod stands out for its high-quality ingredients, with a menu that impresses with its off-menu seasonal offerings and numerous vegetarian options. Great oysters. Don't miss the chance to pair your meal with a selection of fine Truro wines, which perfectly complement a memorable dining experience.

What an awful experience! Though the service was good, the food was abysmal. While our apps were acceptable (longnook salad and a scallop special) the mains were terrible. Both were specials - I had the halibut which was ridiculously dry, no sauce to speak of and enough root vegetables to feed several plates. It had clearly been premade and reheated, probably in a microwave and the 'sauce' was a drizzle under the mound of veggies that served no purpose for the halibut. The grill marks looked fake! My husband ordered the other special Chicken a la King that arrived with shredded dry chicken and no cream sauce. I had one glass of crazily overpriced Sancerre and we each had a dessert (chocolate pie - ok and carrot cake - tiny and meh). The bill was over $250 (after tip). Never again, especially after having wonderful fresh food in other places nearby. Such a shame!

Everything we (group of four) ordered was excellent: the pepper squid appetizer, the beer appetizer, the clam appetizer, the halibut special, the short ribs, and the tuna Bolognese - all fantastic. And the chocolate torte for dessert was equally great! Service was friendly and on spot, and while the restaurant was busy, it was not noisy.

Went for dinner one night and it was so good we came back again a couple of days later for dinner. All the good was amazing. Not a single bad dish on both visits. Lots of great specials each night. If you do go, please get the tuna bolognese. I think its maybe top 3 pasta dishes of my life. Its really that good. We ate it twice. Do not sleep on the desserts. Amazing. This place will be on my list to visit again and again on future trips to the cape. T

The food was terrible. Chicken a la King was dry and not served in a cream sause and the halibut was dry and flavorless. Both were served extremely hot…artificially so…like they had been heated up in a microwave. The bread was stale. Pretty good service but who wants to spend $250 for that?

Had the seafood stew, lobster broth w no lobster, the other ingredients excellent tho. My wife had the duck, she was good with it. Atmosphere a little stiff, the restaurant was fine, service excellent as well.

The toughest reservation in town and I have no idea why. Cocktails were good. Food was meh. Burgers way overcooked (and the server had no reaction to my complaint). Service was so fast it’s like they had our food premade in the back — they turned our three-top table (drinks apps mains) in an hour! Don’t bother.

Still basking in the afterglow of a wonderful meal. Early resy b4 a show. We were tempted by the strawberry martinis and really enjoyed. Fried oysters were delicious - especially their unique mignonette. Shared the arugula salad with watermelon, candied watermelon rind, julienne radish, pistachios and pecorino - fabulous. She had the mussels - tender, plentiful, lots of tasty sausage added and a really nice cream broth. I had the Tuna Bolognese with lemon marscapone (!) and it was definitely the best entree I've had on Cape and top 5 or 10 of all-time. It was that good. Mouthfuls of flavors in every bite of each course. Wonderful service at the bar. Just a five-star restaurant experience in a rustic setting.

This place is terrific. The only challenge is getting a table. I wish they would just have a telephone no. To see if they have spots at the bar for dinner. The owner and staff are as good as the food and that's saying plenty.

I came here with a party of 12 to celebrate my parent's wedding anniversary, and I really enjoyed the food and drinks. I ordered the raw Wellfleet Oysters, the burger on a gluten-free bun with the garlic aioli, topped off with a coke and a delicious glass of rosé. We loved our waitress and Curtis behind the bar who shucks the oysters. They have plenty of gluten and dairy-free options and will even serve a basket of gluten-free bread with the regular bread. Blackfish is a very nice restaurant with a great atmosphere and delicious food. Overall I wish I could come back here more often and would recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves good food.

Another outstanding meal here. The produce is fresh and local. The mussels as appetizer were entree sized and tons of warm fresh bread to soak up the creamy broth. The roasted carrots insanely good with preserved lemon and tahini. Main dishes were other worldly, such as rabbit papardelle, burger, grilled halibut and Panko crusted cod. Too full for desert but next time for sure.b

Don't go unless you have a reservation. We were stuck in a corner at a bar top. Food was okay. Definitely not on our must go back to lis.

Blackfish is a magical place. It's like a rustic cottage in a secret garden with creative drinks and food that charms and puts a spell on you.

The food is always superb, the staff and owner are always welcoming, a great meal every time

This was an outstanding birthday meal! The server was incredible, the food was perfect, the quiet calm ambiance made it a night to remember. The Paloma i ordered with a spicy tequila 10/10. My husband and i had the best squid and oysters to start. Enjoyed two of the more popular dishes, lobster gnocchi and tuna bolognese (both incredible) as the main dishes. Finished with a chocolate dessert that was recommended by our wonderful server. We will be coming back for his birthday next.

We really wanted this dinner to be special but were disappointed... We started with oysters and were shocked to get a bad batch. What's worse, the server insisted they were fresh and even though one of our party was about to get physically sick, she never apologized and didn't ask how to make it right (maybe by offering bread?). We also tried the heirloom tomato special with burratta and definitely do NOT recommend. The scallops appetizer was good but the Parmesan crisps they served with could have been skipped. And we sprung for the lobster but it was also not fresh, and the gnocchi it came with was awfully bland (certainly not worth the price tag). It's really too bad, the service could have made up for this but fell far, far short of expectations.

Hoping I just caught it on a bad night...or in the midst of a staffing crisis. But the chill that ran down my spine from the negative vibe and demeanor of the bar staff was enough to make me want to leave Truro...or the Cape..or maybe Massachusetts. Not recommended for solo drinks...at least not for me. The cocktail was fruity and the water was chilled though. So there's that.

Came here on a girl's weekend - enjoyed the delicious cocktails (recommend the strawberry basil martini), burger, and entrees. Loved the unlimited bread and bean dip. The staff is also super friendly.

It's so unfortunate to post this review. Blackfish was a special place for us to go and we have always had exceptional service, a lively atmosphere, and the best quality, freshly prepared food. I truly thought about this post and frankly decided against it, until I saw a fellow loyal customer post a similar experience to ours. Last Saturday night we went as a group of 6 celebrating a 59th wedding anniversary. We were all excited to go to Blackfish again and we had alerted the restaurant a number of days in advance for a special dessert for the occasion. First we all went to the bar for drinks - the service could not have been worse and the cocktails were even worse. We could not get cocktails napkins out of the bar tender, completely ignored us for about 15 minutes. The flavor of the margaritas was weak and no slates rim despite two requests. Then came dinner: again absolutely terrible service. We have never been so rushed to order and even pressured by the staff to order. It was not a busy night either with many open tables. That says a lot in of itself. The salads and entrees we actually very good and consistent. The chef deserves a lot of credit, but two dishes being served were literally dropped on the table and splashed all over two people. There was no apology or attempt to help. We had to ask for a wet cloth. We asked about our special dessert and more drinks for the table. It was literally met with a very lengthy rolling of the eyes, who announces she knew nothing about the dessert other than to offer the 3-4 desserts on the menu. At these price points and history of Blackfish you anticipate something much, much better than this experience especially for such a celebration. I have left two message this past week to speak with someone about this experience. If they simply had returned my call, offered an apology I most certainly would never post this review. Disappointedly we will never go back to Blackfish - it's dramatically deterred on a number of fronts.

Another fabulous meal at Blackfish..Nice cocktail list..I enjoyed the ginger margarita and my husband enjoyed the strawberry martini - we shared the cherrystone clam appetizer ..a little too spicy for me and the bluefish Caesar salad - a nice substitute for anchovies..the lettuce rested like it just came from the garden - house made sourdough croutons..Tuna pappardelle with mascarpone cheese and lemon never disappoints ..I loved my entree lobster with gnocchi butter beans and duxelles mushrooms..our waitress as lovely - attentive and helpful..

Another outstanding dining experience at Blackfish. The Bar seats our choice for dinner. Kari and Curtis are pleasant and flawless with mixing cocktails, menu suggestions and dinner specials. Started with a perfectly made bourbon Manhattan for me and an ice cold Pinot Grigio for my wife. Braised short rib for me. For her a Panko incrusted lemon caper bure blanc sole. Both were delicious. Finished off with a panna cotta w/ fresh berries. Thanks Eric and staff. Blackfish never disappoints.

The food was fantastic! I had the duck and it was the best I've ever had. The service was also fantastic - A+! Ambience was just right! Not too big of a place so it's not really noisy. I highly recommend dining here. I just wish it was open year-round!

We loved our meal at Blackfish.The food and service was excellent and we highly recommend it.The service at bar was outstanding.The bartenders made us feel at home.

Our second visit was equally spectacular, starting with the service to the atmosphere and most importantly the fabulous cuisine. The cocktails are top shelf and never disappoint. We started with the perfectly seared sea scallops sitting atop a creamy Parmesan fondue. The fried oysters were nicely prepared and balanced with a vinegar based dipping sauce. The star of the show was the fork tender and flavor packed braised wagyu short rib. Words can't accurately describe this entree so you must try it for yourself. Don't miss out on this unique and highly recommended restaurant. Reservations are a must.

Party of 4. 3 meals good, nothing great. My meal was ridiculous. Seafood stew with shrimp, whitefish, clams and mussels. Clams were the sandiest I have ever been served (and I go clamming all the time), white fish barely present, and the shrimp were those tiny frozen things. Broth was good so I filled up on dipped bread. All this for $37. If you are serving fish in this part of the world, you should be paying attention. Won't be back.

TWO WORDS TUNA BOLOGNESE And an overall classy experience- Quaint, great service and amazing take out!!!!

The food and service is very good. It's a little expensive but it is worth it. I have been several times.

The best restaurant on Cape Cod! Perfect for date night. Great great food and lovely service.

This is truly a phenomenal restaurant! The staff is beyond exceptional! Eric at the front desk... Curtis and Kerry at the bar.... Some of the nicest and skilled people in the business! The food is incredible, no matter what you order you'll love it!! Fresh and creative cuisine!! Do not miss this restaurant, you won't be disappointed!!

Food was excellent. We went for the first time this past weekend and ever course was unique and prepared perfectly. The scallop appetizer could have used one more scallop, but the grilled sea bass was perfection. Highly recommend.

Great food. Great service. Loved the pork belly. Loved the scallops Can't wait to go back.

Very few restaurants manage to continue leaving a bad taste in your mouth after you've already dined and left the premises--but Blackfish is truly exceptional in this regard. Had dinner here with my sister and best friend a few weeks ago. My sister was visiting from out of town and made a reservation at Blackfish weeks in advance because she heard the food was good. The day before we were to dine there she received a voice mail informing her that she had a reservation for seats at the bar, and reminding her not to be late for her 6:30 seating time. She was never informed when making her reservation online that it would be at the bar, but we showed up anyway at 6:15 for our reservation. The place was nearly completely empty; when my sister asked if a table was available she was rudely told NO! by the maitre d' and we were seated at the bar, where two bartenders were busy loudly banging out multiple drink orders. To say our experience eating at the bar was sub-par is an understatement; we were treated like barflies who had the nerve to want to eat food. Eventually we were given menus and told the specials. After our food was delivered we had the gall to request napkins and tableware. The bartender was very interested in serving us more drinks; when I ordered another at her suggestion she made it and then promptly turned around and served it to someone else seated at the bar. Less than a minute later. The food was good, which is why Blackfish gets its two stars. When my sister left a perfectly reasonable review on another website saying that she was disappointed to be seated at the bar without being asked when making the reservation, someone from Blackfish responded online rudely claiming "YOU MADE A BAR RESERVATION." Even if they were correct, the customer is always right. Well, not at Blackfish. There are many, many other places to get great seafood on the Cape minus the dismissive, arrogant attitude and sketchy reservation policy. Many of the 4 and 5 star reviews on Yelp are from two years ago. Lots of those from this year are one and two stars. This place is SO over.

We arrived without a reservation, and Eric came out into the parking lot to hail us down for a cancellation table that was now available. I have a few food allergies and they were exceptionally accommodating. Food was fresh, delicious and did not make me sick. My allergy free dining companions were very happy with the choices. Great wine from a local vineyard and excellent cocktail options. Many vegetarian and meat options. Evening special frisée salad with duck egg was pronounced perfect. Highly recommend food and drinks here. Cudos to Angela our server gif her recommendations and her patience with us!

One of the best meals you can find on the cape. Phenomenal meal supporting one of my absolute favorite places, despite being take out due to COVID! The white bean hummus and olive oil with bread is always a must. The organic greens salad with fried shallots was so fresh and a good portion. We added Gorgonzola which was a nice addition. I had the tuna bolognese because I wait all year long for this dish. Absolutely phenomenal dish, words cannot describe how decadent it is. My boyfriend had the steak, my brother had the short ribs and his girlfriend also had the tuna bolognese. Everything blackfish creates is always fabulous. No complaints ever.

Probably one of the best meals I've ever had on the Cape. Service was a little slow and it took 15-20 minutes to get our drinks. Other than that, no complaints. We started with the fried oysters and the bread with white bean hummus. Personally, I think bread should be gratis, but Blackfish charged $4 for a low cost appetizer. My entree, the pan seared sole, was amazing. We also tried the lamb bolognese and the braised short ribs. All were excellent. It was no wonder we couldn't get a reservation for 6 in July.

Food was pretty good, but pretty overpriced. (As is true for many places on the cape). Chips were partly not crispy - but plentiful; skin on duck was not crispy as promised Environment was romantic/ classic/ lovely The people next to us were so loud we couldn't hear ourselves think never mind talk- not their fault but not pleasant There were three black people working there in lower level positions; the servers and host were all white - Looks like racism and it adds to my impressions of the place and not in s good way. Will not return

Charming Truro restaurant with menu with something for everyone. We sat at the bar. Service was attentive. I enjoyed the carrot appetizer and my husband raved about the scallop appetizer. We both had specials, my husband the jerk chicken and I had the catch of the day striped bass. Recommend reservations.

We had a great meal last night the food was beautifully presented and fresh. My wife felt that one appetizer was not prepared as described on the menu. It tasted good to me and I ate the whole thing. Later the server asked about the meal and we told her about difference between how the food tasted and the menu description. Without any prompting the item was removed from the check and an apology was offered. I told her that was not needed especially since I happily devoured the dish. She said don't worry about it. This kind of professionalism is hard to find. We have been eating here for years and will continue to do so for many more years to come. FYI, the business hours posted on Yelp are not accurate. Blackfish is only open seasonally and during the open season the restaurant is not open 7 days a week. Calling ahead is recommended.

AN ABSOLUTELY MUST DO! 5 STARS! BLACKFISH IS ONE OF THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN CAPE COD CORRECTION IN MASSACHUSETTS! THE FLAVORS OF THE FOOD ARE NOTHING SHORT OF LICK YOUR PLATE DELICIOUS. Located near the bottom of the Cape in Truro MA. I don't mind paying a lot for something every once in awhile if I can say IT'S EXPENSIVE BUT INCREDIBLY WORTH EVERY PENNY! Well that's what you'll get @ Blackfish You'll taste the difference between what a cook is & what a world class chef is all about. The only cost savings here is that you have a FREE pull in Parking Lot. LOL! It's off the beaten path & hidden. The exterior is weathered Cape Cod shingles. It was a former blacksmith shop & there are pieces inside the restaurant that reflect its former history. They have a bar, a restaurant & the ambience is dark. I have been here twice. This time we all went & had a MEAL I WILL REMEMBER FOR A LONG TIME. No Free Bread here. The Fresh Bread with white bean purée with olive oil is Fantastic & Addictive that they charge you for. We had Tuna Bolognese, Short Ribs, The Scallops, & some desserts. The Carrot Appetizer was Very Good but our least favorite. The Salad was Excellent. The Short Ribs were Utterly Deliciousness in every bite. The Pan seared Large sea scallops over a Parmesan fondue is what you hope for when you order Scallops - Fresh, Succulent, Perfectly Cooked & Delicious. I am thinking about The Short Ribs & The Scallops right now & wish I was there. If you are visiting Cape Cod make sure this restaurant is on your Bucket List. Expensive but you'll be saying The Food The Food The Food! INCREDIBLE! It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really rich to have The Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've Been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like A King On A Limited Budget!

This was the the one real FOODIE restaurant visit during our week in Wellfleet. The service was on par with the high quality and sophistication of the food. This is one of those menu's where you have to decide between numerous dishes you would like to try - that's a good thing. The only thing I noticed which kind of bothered me was the one bus-person who was wearing a huge Nike logo across her shirt. The whole environment, setting etc was so excellent and then you have an employee kind of breaking the atmosphere in a way that could have easily been controlled. Maybe I'm being pick but when everything is set so perfectly then you have this one odd thing out of place it was unfortunate. Didn't bother us enjoying a great meal and a great night of course. We aren't in the area often but would definitely return!

We've been coming to Blackfish for over a decade and it remains our favorite restaurant in the outer cape. We usually go when we are headed to Payomet, which is a few times a year. And when we are on vacation. We've never been disappointed. The food is fresh and consistently good. We can usually get a spot at the bar or the bar area, and they are always friendly.

No napkins no utensils no thank you pretty disappointing this time ... which is unfortunate because they have been good in the past but this time totally sucked

This place should have 5 stars. Exceptional quality, creative menu, and great service. My wife had the tuna bolognese which was a masterful twist on a time honored dish. The tuna mixed so perfectly with the sauce. I had the clam and pork belly appetizer and the frise salad with the park fried duck egg (which was technically a poached egg that was fried in panko afterwards, also called a volcano egg). It was all so good and the service was quick and attentive. They sat us between bookings, as we didn't have a reservation. So I appreciate the flexibility of the host and the great service meant we never felt rushed. It definitely didn't feel like a tourist trap, as some of the other restaurants here on the cape felt. I can't wait until we come back on our next visit.

This place has a beautiful ambience. The entire restaurant is in a renovated cape cod styled house so there are multiple dining rooms. My favorite one is the one by the garden with large windows on two sides of the room. The room is placed lower than ground level so you feel you immersed into the garden. The lighting in the room and the garden are perfect to make you feel like the garden is an extension of the room. If you make a reservation ahead of time (which you should as it gets crowded even during off-season) make sure to request for that room. The food is pretty good. I prefer getting their meat dishes over seafood because I think that they cook the seafood dishes somewhat bland. Last time I went with my boyfriend, we shared the bone marrow, scallops, tomato and veggie pasta, and the cajun seafood stew. While the bone marrow was delicious with arugula and bread to soak up the oil, we made the mistake of ordering sea food heavy dishes. They were good but nothing spectacular while their meat dishes I have tried in the past, such as their burgers and duck, has been excellent. Their cocktails are so tasty. My all time favorite is the cucumber martini. It is not sweat but is a bit watery from the liquid in the cucumber. I have tried their strawberry martini as well. It also tasted delicious with the flavor of fresh strawberries. However it was a bit too sweat for me, I wouldn't order it again. If you don't want to dine there, they also have a room for their bar so you can just got for a drink.

Had an unusual disappointing experience at Blackfish recently. The fried oyster appetizer and salad were delicious, as was the sourdough roll and bean puree in olive oil. The panna cotta was great. However, the night's special, lamb navarin, was too well done, not medium rare (pink), and chewy as a result.

Our service was impeccable. Food was outstanding. Cocktails O.K. it was midweek and this place filled up fast, definitely make reservations.

This is one of the most consistent restaurants on the Cape that delivers night after night. The problem is trying to get a reservation but if you can score, it is so worth it. The food and the cocktails are outstanding! Appetizers. The Nauset mussels are the reason we drive here every year. They arrive in a massive bowl ( enough for two) floating in a fennel and cream sauce with Italian sausage and focaccia for dipping which is lights out. The fresh baked bread accompanied by a white bean purée and evoo is a great way to start with either a Negroni or a special watermelon and basil martini which Curtis is incredible at making and serving up. The restaurant is noted for several entrees including the Tuna Bolognese served on fresh pappardelle with mascarpone cheese and lemon confit. My favorite dish this night was the braised short ribs of beef served w/ whipped potatoes, carrots and cippolini onions in a beef gravy that you could have used a spoon,it was so tender. Aside from several seafood and vegan dishes, the Black Fish serves up one of the best Niman Ranch burgers you could ever order. The one item I missed having this year was the frisée salad which is like no other. It typically arrives with a pano-encrusted fried duck egg, nueske's bacon and mustard vinaigrette. That same egg is optional on their burger as well. For some reason I gathered that duck eggs may have been hard to purchase and therefore the salad was not available. I do hope it gets back on the menu soon. For a great dining and food experience, make your way to the Black Fish in Truro. You won't regret it.

Every dish was excellent. Service was friendly and helpful. Reasonable amount of space.

Day boat scallops and sole were fresh and flavorful. We didn't think we reserved a bar table but were told that was the case upon arrival and in the end it was better because we could watch the US Open. Sometimes you have to be flexible. Service was pleasant and professional. A few unhappy customers recently for this place but not us.

Love eating here-even during Covid when we did take out. The food is highest quality and delicious. Creative combos make this a favorite.

What a great place! We did not have a res but asked and were happily seated at the bar. The food is amazing, fresh and uniquely prepared. The staff is friendly & welcoming. It's a great find! Fresh unique flavors done well! Asked how far in advance to book a table and was told they are booked for the rest of August so there's that to consider. Great great food!

Excellent food, would highly recommend. Tough to get a reservation since it's very popular.

I had been to Blackfish several times before, but had always had a reservation. Last night, after trying out servers places in Wellfleet, my group and I decided to duck into Blackfish one a whim. It was worth it. Although the dining room was completely booked up, there was limited bar seating available. Unlike in some restaurants, the bar patrons aren't treated like second-class citizens. Our waitress was warm and accommodating, and catered to everything perfectly. One friend had the halibut, which was incredible, and paired perfectly with the grüner vetliner. I had the chicken, which came with the local Eastham turnips. I've found that one of the trademarks of a good restaurant is it's ability to prepare chicken well-- Blackfish passed the test. 10/10 experience.

The 4.5 stars is very accurate. Very, very lovely place. Ambience is superb. Great lighting and even better scenery. You feel like you are surrounded by a forest in the back eating area--it is awesome. Drinks: got the Malbec and it was good. Also got the strawberry martini and it was very good--highly recommend. Oysters: delicious! The sauce provided is really good. Ceviche: also delicious! Presented in a seashell which was a nice aesthetic touch. Scallops: once again, delicious! The sauce they are presented with is really superb. Seafood bouillabaisse: Only had a few bites, but very good. Not too fishy and not too rich. Fried chicken: one of the only things that was only O.K. Burger: fantastic! One of the better burgers I have had in awhile. I got it with truffle cheese, aioli, and caramelized onion. Chocolate tart: good, not amazing. Has a "salted pretzel" crust, but it isn't that salty. Not quite worth the calories. Awesome place to go to for dinner. Really great vibe and really great food.

One of the best meals I have had in recent memory! Our whole group was delighted. We started out with the fresh bread with olive oil and white bean dip, which I think is a must. Two in our party enjoyed burgers grilled to perfection with house-made potato chips...plenty to share with others in the party who were staring longingly at their plates. The roasted chicken also earned raves from our group. I had the sole, which was just a perfect dish. Dinners were complemented by the local Truro rose wine, which was smooth and lovely, and should not be missed if you are a visitor to the area. Service was above and beyond excellent. Definitely worth making a reservation to enjoy a phenomenal meal in the very cool surroundings of this former blacksmith shop.

This is our favorite restaurant on the Cape and we have one dinner there before we leave. The service and food is superb. Wished I had my camera as everything was presented beautifully . Hummus over olive oil is served along with a basket of fresh bread . We had pan sautéed sole with a light lemon cream sauce with puree of cauliflower that was excellent. The tuna bologonese with pasta was also excellent. We also had a Thai curry fish soup we enjoyed Dessert was a Chocolate tart on a pretzel crust to die for Everytime a utensil was used, a clean utensil was replaced by a server. Yes they are very attentive to their diners. Prices on the high side in my opinion but the food so tasty and local fresh produce is used, is worth the dining experience in my opinion.