A lively historic pub-restaurant with a broad American menu plus sushi, strong seafood and burgers, bustling service that can lag, and prices on the high side for Nantucket.
Brotherhood of Thieves delivers solid neighborhood dining with strong seafood execution and attentive staff anchoring the experience. The historic tavern setting with multiple rooms creates genuine character, though inconsistent execution during peak service and occasional slowdowns prevent grade A territory. Competitive with the area's better local restaurants for seafood and casual dining.
Walk down into the old tavern and you get that warm, historic pub vibe—timbered ceilings, dim booths, and a lively hum from the bar upstairs. Servers like Brooke and Peter earn shout-outs, and one diner raved, "Our group was handled smoothly even when it was packed." However, expect occasional waits at peak times when the room is busy and buzzing. The cooking spans New England staples and creative touches: oysters, lobster rolls, blackened swordfish, and even sushi alongside crowd-pleasers like spicy rigatoni. It leans contemporary pub with playful fusion—chimichurri, yuzu, and Thai flavors show up without feeling fussy. If you love seafood and hearty plates, you will find plenty to like; value feels fair for the island when portions land as generously as the fish and chips. Families are welcome—there are kid-friendly classics like burgers, fries, and tenders plus simple seafood, and the cookie skillet is a hit. There is no formal kids menu listed, but the menu has accessible choices; picky eaters can stick to burgers or chowder while adventurous teens can try poke or sushi.
Area vibe: Historic downtown Nantucket with tourist foot traffic, boutiques, and bars; lively in season, relaxed off-season.
Safety: Generally safe, well-patrolled historic district with steady foot traffic; occasional crowded peak evenings.
What's nearby: Steps from Whaling Museum, harbor, shops, and galleries; convenient for pre- or post-sightseeing meals.