The Glass Onion

“We stopped here after a long day on Martha’s Vineyard and wanted a good meal. We had a wonderful romantic dinner for two and our server was excellent and really sweet. We started with the Lobster Strudel which is a must appetizer. My wife had the Halibut and I had a chef's special steak entre. Both were outstanding and we finished with a delicious Chocolate Mousse. In addition to a nice dinner for two spot, this is also a great gathering place for friends and family.”

“Dined at 8:15 Saturday evening and we're impressed with everything from the greeting on arrival, ambiance, Sam our server, and oh wow the food was amazing! We ordered the salad special roasted veggie salad to share- beautifully presented, delicious and perfect share portion. Main course special and salmon were also presented beautifully and perfectly prepared. Glad we saved room for the dark chocolate salted brownie with homemade ice cream. Kudos to the team that provide us with a special dining experience.”

“Sue and I have been enjoying this restaurant for years, and it keeps getting better. My favorite dish, which I get roughly half the time, is the duck. It’s tender and tasty, and practically melts in your mouth. We love the pork belly app, the mushroom bisque, the halibut and the salmon. And the salads are always great. The atmosphere and service always make dinner there a special evening.”

“Falmouth, in the dead of winter. I was a little worried when I booked a room at an inn way off-season on the Cape, thinking that a good dinner might be hard to come by, but I was mistaken. The Glass Onion in Falmouth had a host of great reviews, and I am happy to add another. It did not disappoint. A snowy Tuesday night (remember off-season), and one would expect that I would be dining nearly alone, but the locals and perhaps visitors (though I cannot imagine who else would be out here at the end of January) were out and enjoying the well-lit atmosphere. Always a good sign. The people working the front were total pros. They were easy-going but knew how to run the room. I watched my waiter navigate a potentially tricky patron with grace. They were attentive enough but not over-the-top, and friendly (bonus). I started with the seasonal spinach salad and a bottle of Paul Buisse Touraine Sauvignon Blanc. They have it by the glass, but it is so lovely that you should just get the bottle and bring it home. The shaved cheddar on the salad was a surprisingly nice touch, complemented by the thin-sliced pears. The dressing had a master's subtlety. I followed the salad with the halibut over couscous with broccoliini. The broccoli was nicely done. I cook mine with a little balsamic vinegar, a little white vinegar, and lemon, but I didn't miss it. It had a bit of a crunch (perfect), and the wine/butter sauce over the couscous was delightful. Halibut is not a hard fish to cook, but it is hard to get it JUST right. The folks in the back room nailed it. Texture, softness, not dry, almost a crust on the outside. They were paying attention. Is it the least expensive plate in town? Nope. But, in my opinion, totally worth it. Would I go again? Yes. If I were out here in the summer, I would undoubtedly need a reservation. P.S. I overheard the owner talking about a md winter break. If you brave the cold and snow, make sure you call to confirm they are open.”

“An absolutely wonderful experience. A vibe true to definition. They open at 5p sharp. We were welcomed and seated promptly. Our waiter was at our table in the perfect amount of time to bring water and take our drink order. The drinks fun and bright kicked off our dining experience with excitement. Moments later, some beautiful, warm bread with spreadable and well presented butter adorned our table. We ordered the Lobster Pastry appetizer. It was decadent and delicious, not to mention incredibly beautiful. We would have licked the plate if nobody was looking… ;-) Between servings, bus staff quickly and discretely cleared and replaced dirty plates and silver. We felt pampered, as if we were the most important customers in the world. Dinner came and it was everything we had hoped for. The duck, cooked medium rare, with skin, and a cherry sauce, was delicious. The fresh green beans and Yukon gold potatoes, the perfect complements. The striped bass, also, flaky, tender, and wonderful. Perched on top of arugula and a light lemony tomato dressing made the dish really pop. The recommended red and white wines paired perfectly. Then came dessert. This brownie thing from another universe. Leaning into a pool of melted chocolate, topped with whipped cream and mint, a luxurious confection that left quite the impression and is in a sugar coma. We left, mesmerized by our experience and wanting to go back. Hands down one of the best most delicious, elegant, and white glove dining experiences we have had out (and there are a lot). Highly recommended. Don’t hesitate.”