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Mean Burgers, Wellfleet: Fried Seafood Platter

Restaurants Open for the Season, Wellfleet & Provincetown: Mean Burgers

The majesty of a monster kitchen, the scope of chef Jony’s ambition, and the opportunity to sit with an adult beverage to absorb them is only available in Wellfleet this summer.

The sign for Moby Dick's, a well known, famous, seafood restaurant in Wellfleet MA. The sign sits outside under a clouded sky during a nor'easter storm.

Restaurants Open for the Season, Wellfleet: Moby Dick's

Rain beat the decks and the skies went dark, but still we arrived at port—toasting the season at Moby Dick’s, Wellfleet’s weather-beaten shrine to fried treasures and sea-born appetite.

The Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown MA on a snowy day in February.

Off-Season Dining on Cape Cod: The Complete Guide to Bite Club Restaurant Reviews (2024-2025)

When the tourists left, a handful of fearless locals stayed hungry—and curious. Bite Club was born out of a desire to honor the chefs, servers, and scrappy kitchens that kept the lights on through the winter. What started as a tip of the cap to them evolved into the Gonzo Gourmet: a cadre roaming the Cape with ink-stained napkins and a hunger to sing for the unsung.

Josh Ayala plays guitar on the front porch of the lodge at Sweetwater Forest Campground. Photo shot on 35mm film.

DISPATCHES: The Marathon Man, An Overcast Weekend, and The Dirty Water Dance Band

A long holiday weekend. A double-header of shows—solo, full band, indoor, outdoor, rain-spitting. Squeeze in a studio session where you can... Josh Ayala is the fastest-moving, most laid-back singer you know.

A delicious half pepperoni-jalapeno and half margherita pizza from Pizza Spinello in Wellfleet MA.

Roman-Style Pizza Finds Its Place on Cape Cod, An Excerpt: Pizza Spinello

Tucked into Main Street in Wellfleet, Pizza Spinello is bringing Roman-style pizza to Cape Cod with crispy, airy crusts, authentic Italian ingredients, and pizzas served uncut—for a playful, hands-on experience. With a 48-hour dough fermentation and a love of tradition, they’re redefining what pizza can be.

Josh Ayala and Friends playing a live show on the outdoor patio at The Pearl in Wellfleet MA on a sunny day in May 2025.

Stolen Friday Sunshine: No Shoes Required

On an unexpectedly sunny afternoon, Josh & Friends turned The Pearl’s patio into a dance floor with a set that stretched from Dead classics to heartfelt originals. Yes, the shucker danced. Yes, a jogger did a double take. And yes—you missed a good one.

A stack of multi-colored kayaks in their rack on Cape Cod by the water with boats in the bay.

The Cape Cod Experience, Your Way

Make the most of your Cape Cod vacation with HyperLocal Cape Cod Concierge. From surf boards to oyster tours, we handle activity bookings so you can focus on fun.

Bumper to bumper traffic going over the Bourne Bridge into Cape Cod in July.

How HLCC Concierge Gets You the Best Restaurant Reservations on Cape Cod

Cape Cod dining made easy with HLCC Concierge. We secure restaurant reservations at top spots, so you can skip the hassle and enjoy the meal.

Bruce Maclean's electric guitar on its stand on stage with Josh Ayala at the Barley Neck Inn.

"It's In G."

Bruce Maclean wasn’t just a musician—he was the heart and soul of Cape Cod’s music scene. As a mentor, performer, and local legend, Bruce left an indelible mark on the people and places he touched, from the Barley Neck to the Beachcomber.

The decorative sign out front of the CShore restaurant in Wellfleet MA. It's a winter night and it's cold. The flag attached and hanging from the sign reads open.

Restaurants Open Year-Round, Wellfleet: CShore

When he returned, she was debating if she, as the lady of the table, could begin. He saved her from the conundrum and for that she was grateful. As a show of unspoken thanks she rewarded him with the plate holding the larger of the two portions.

Sign for Mean Burgers Bar & Grille on Rt 6 in Wellfleet, Massachusetts. It's a sunny day and the blue sky can be seen behind the sign. Attached to the sign is a flying flag that reads "OPEN."

Restaurants Open Year-Round in Wellfleet: Mean Burgers Bar & Grille

Walking into Mean Burgers’s new Wellfleet location during the off-season feels like stumbling upon a town hall masquerading as a burger joint—a mosaic of the Lower and Outer Cape’s off-season populace.

Picture of the sign outside of the Wicked Oyster in Wellfleet, Massachusetts taken at night. Both words are written in black on a white sign in lower case letters. It's night, so the sky is dark. There are two lamps flanking the words on either side of the sign.

Restaurants Open Year-Round in Wellfleet: Wicked Oyster

Wicked Oyster—an oasis for the off-season wanderer—keeps Wellfleet’s heart beating year-round with its warm dining room, sultry live music, and a menu that evolves just enough to surprise even regulars. I, naturally, approached the place as one ought: as an indifferent but vaguely intrigued spectator, drifting more from whim than genuine hunger. One ventures here not merely to eat but to absorb, a feat well-rewarded on live music nights.

Pile of presents in colorful wrapping paper sit beneath a large Christmas tree next to an unlit fireplace.

Holiday Shopping Guide: Discover Cape Cod's Most Charming Boutiques

The holiday season is the perfect time to explore Cape Cod’s unique shopping destinations.

Glowing colorful Christmas lights on black background.

Celebrate the Holiday Season on Cape Cod: A Guide to Festive Luxury Experiences

Cape Cod transforms into a wonderland during the holiday season, offering an array of unique events that blend seaside charm with luxurious seasonal cheer.

A black and white image of Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall dressed up for Halloween standing on a balcony with a cavern behind them, bats swooping, and a massive castle in the distance.

What To Do for Halloween on Cape Cod?

All Hallow’s Eve out here past the rotary isn’t a soiree at the Museums of Natural History, it’s a little saltier. An all-ages shaker.

Two smiling Halloween pumpkins in the park at night.

HyperLocal's 10 Awesome Halloween Movies set in New England

New England is famous for its picturesque landscapes, historic towns, and eerie legends, making it the perfect backdrop for Halloween-themed movies.

Someone's hands have finished shucking an oyster. One hand grips the shell, the other the knife. The seawater from inside pours out. One hand wears a white knit glove, the other a blue rubber glove.

CoaShella! Wellfleet OysterFest 2024: Run Of Show

It’s upon us - the ice has been dumped, the blades have been sharp’d, the sound has been checked, the lemons are prepped. Let’s get to it.

The beach at Newcomb Hollow. The dunes on the right, the ocean crashing in on the left, the sand being washed over in the center. Two sets of footprints are dug into the wet beach.

How Was Your Visit To Provincetown? A Visitor's Journal

On a recent trip to Boston, I set aside a few days for a spontaneous visit to Provincetown, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve made.

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