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Island Merchant

302 Main Street
Hyannis, MA 02601
508-771-1337

Island Merchant restaurant Cape Cod, MA
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Settling in Hyannis where they once spent summer vacations, chef and restaurateur team Joe & Beverly Dunn bring the flavors of the Caribbean to Cape Cod at The Island Merchant. With nightly live music and a menu full of creative regional cuisine (with a hint of island flair), the Dunn's have garnered a loyal following among locals and visitors looking for a delicious alternative to the standard steamers and chowder fare.

In-the-know patrons will enjoy the music and sip specialty cocktails until 10:00pm when the menu takes a turn for the all-American with $2 foil-wrapped burgers served until last call.

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Island Merchant

302 Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601

dinner
  • Sun, Mon, Wed-Sat: 4 p.m.-1 a.m.
  • phone 508-771-1337
  • reservations recommended
  • parking on-street, There is public parking in front of the restaurant on Main Street, or in the North Street public parking lot.
  • valet no
  • accessibility full
  • capacity: 63
  • credit cards
  • food
  • chef
  • info

508-771-1337

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