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Black Cat Tavern

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2,249 reviews#16 of 109 Restaurants in Hyannis$$ - $$$American Bar Seafood

165 Ocean St, Hyannis, MA 02601-4736+1 508-778-1233WebsiteMenu

Open now: 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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4.0 2,250 reviews

#9 of 63 American in Hyannis

#16 of 109 Restaurants in Hyannis

Travelers' Choice

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Food

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Food and ambience

Local cuisine, American, Bar, Seafood, Soups, Vegetarian Friendly

The burger was good and the salads looked good. it had great atmosphere and t...Menu is typical pub/beach fare Had oyster tacos.Calamari was amazing at lunch!Outstanding Oysters and Clams

Location and contact

165 Ocean St, Hyannis, MA 02601-4736

Website

+1 508-778-1233

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Black Cat Tavern Menu

STARTERS

RAW BAR

Little Neck Clams (6)

$8.95

Select Oysters (6)

$12.95

Hot Shot Oysters (6)

$13.95

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail (4)

$12.95

Seafood Sampler

2 little neck clams, 2 select oysters, 2 shrimp cocktail

$14.95

Lobster Martini

$16.95

Ahi Tuna Sashimi

$12.95

Ahi Tuna Tartare

$11.95

Chilled Seafood Tower

seaweed salad, ahi tuna sashimi, chilled lobster tail, 4 shrimp cocktail 6 select oysters & 6 little neck clams (serves 2 or more)

$54.95

SOUPS & STARTERS

Soup Of The Day

$4.95

$5.95

Award-winning Clam Chowder

$5.95

$7.95

Lobster Bisque

$10.95

Steamers (1 1/2 Lbs.)

Market Price

Steamed Mussels Dijon

$12.95

Grilled Lobster Tail

$15.95

Pan-seared Crab Cakes

$12.95

Fish Tacos (2 Soft Shell )

$11.95

Ahi Tuna Tacos (2 Soft Shell)

$12.95

Chicken Quesadillas

$10.95

SALADS

Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Stack

$10.95

Fresh Spinach Salad

$10.95

Blt Wedge Salad

$9.95

Mediterranean Salad

$10.95

Buffalo Chicken Salad

$10.95

Beet & Goat Cheese Salad

$10.95

Mixed Green Or Classic Caesar

$9.95

W/ Crabby Cake $14.95

W/ Jerk Shrimp $15.95

W/ Grilled Chicken $12.95

W/ Grilled Salmon $15.95

W/ Lobster Salad $24.95

SANDWICHES AND BURGERS

FAT CAT SEAFOOD SANDWICHES

served w/skinny fries and cole slaw

Fried Clam Roll

Market Price

Fried Popcorn Shrimp Roll

$15.95

Oyster Po’ Boy Sandwich

$16.95

FAT CAT SANDWICHES

served w/cape cod potato chips and a pickle

Giant Black Cat Lobster Roll

$24.95

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

$11.95

Chicken Caesar Wrap

$11.95

Mediterranean Wrap

$10.95

California Turkey Wrap

$11.95

BURGERS

served w/skinny fries & a pickle

Black Cat Double Stack

two 6 oz. angus patties w/ lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese, bacon and fried onion rings

$14.95

Half Pound Angus

$10.95

W/ Cheese $11.95

W/ Cheese & Bacon $12.95

W/ Bleu Cheese & Caramelized Onions $12.50

Wianno Burger

w/melted cheddar, horseradish sauce & crispy fried onions

$12.95

Hyport Burger

w/boursin cheese, peppercorns & caramelized onions

$12.95

Osterville Burger

w/fried oysters, crumbled bleu cheese & bacon

$14.95

Centerville Burger

w/crumbled bleu cheese, bacon & bbq sauce

$13.50

Vegetarian Burger

w/lettuce & tomato

$10.95

DINNER ENTREES

FRIED SEAFOOD

served w/cole slaw & french fries.

Fish & Chips

$18.95

Whole Belly Clams

Market Price

Sea Scallops

$22.95

Select Oysters

Market Price

Gulf Shrimp

$22.95

Calamari

$18.95

Black Cat Seafood Platter

native haddock, whole belly clams, gulf shrimp, sea scallops, served w/cole slaw and french fries

$31.95

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About

***Closed for renovations until March 13th*** Our casual waterfront restaurant is located right on the docks of Hyannis Harbor across from the Hy-Line ferries. Dine inside, where the look is all about classic seaside style, or outside on our heated patio while watching the boats sail in and out of the harbor. The menu features everything from thick, juicy burgers and garden-fresh salads to fresh native seafood and prime beef. Visit the Black Cat Tavern, year-round favorite among locals and visitors alike. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch with entertainment four nights a week in the lounge. Plenty of free parking with valet service offered for your convenience.

PRICE RANGE

$11 - $33

Special Diets

Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night

CUISINES

American, Bar, Seafood, Soups

FEATURES

Gift Cards Available, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront

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ldolan437941

5 reviews

Reviewed yesterday

great dinner

Great dinner, food was excellent! The service was great and our server was very efficient. They had 2 nice our door seating areas to. Great location.

Date of visit: October 2020

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Thanks so much for your review! We hope you'll stop in again soon.

sjboehmer

19 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Dinner

The food was excellent the service staff was very friendly and helpful I would recommend the black cat as a must visit when in Hyannis

Date of visit: October 2020

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Thanks so much for your review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your visit. We hope you'll stop in again next time you're in town.

mcdedrick

858 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Meeeowww!

Dinner was purrfect at the Black Cat. The place is very busy but we were fortunate when we arrived to be offered a table inside which we took. Everything is very well-suited to dining in the era of COVID-19. The booths and or tables were...spread out. The staff wore masks.. And the food was delicious. We enjoyed lobster, steamed clams, swordfish and clam chowder. There’s plenty on the menu besides fish as well. Our dinner was totally awesome. Service was friendly and prompt. There are lots of different seating options on this property. Many outdoor areas are available as well as a takeout window. This place deserves it’s reading handily. We will definitely return the next time we are in Hyannis.More

Date of visit: October 2020

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Thank you so much for your review! We look forward to seeing you next time you come by!

marminiac

170 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago

Disappointed after a good start

We visited based on our hotels recommendation and were welcomed and had a good table. Our started - clam chowder was good and came out quite quickly and that’s where it all went wrong! Two spoonfuls in our mains arrived! We sent them back, and...saw others do the same. No sooner finished our chowder and the mains appeared again. What should have been a good meal lasted all of 50 minutes! Must do betterMore

Date of visit: November 2019

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Jill J

52 reviews

Reviewed 1 week ago

Food was DELICIOUS!

Just returned from the Cape. Loooved the Black Cat. The clam chowder and mussels are not to be missed! Great heaters outside kept us toasty!

Date of visit: October 2020

Helpful?

Thank you very much for your review, Jill! We look forward to seeing you next time.

LenaElefant

26 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Recommended by friends and

Recommended by friends and glad we went. Steamers for appetizers for me and the husband had chowder, then for supper he had lobster quesadillas and for me I had fried scallops. The staff very friendly keeping with social distance but making sure everything was ok....Highly recommend this place.More

Date of visit: September 2020

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Thanks so much for your review, Lena! We hope to see you again soon.

kjm55

507 reviews

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Some good, some average

Lobster bisque just ok, skimpy on the lobster and too much flour or something, kind of drab. The chicken quesadilla was also ok. For chips they give you a tiny bag of cape cod chips. The saving grace was the warm lobster roll, expensive but...loaded with lobster. Awesome! Service was goodMore

Date of visit: September 2020

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kwar

80 reviews

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Great Location and very clean

right down the street from our hotel and hotel suggested it. It was great, sat inside in a large booth. We -3 ladies all had the scallop special. came on a bed of parmesan risotto and sauteed spinach. Had drinks before dinner. Ate here for...lunch two days later and it was good, the french fries were great. Shrimp tacos cold, would not get again. plus made on mini soft tortillas shells, too small ended up just eating like a sald. Worst meal I had while on the cape. The other ladies had clam chowder (not warm enough) and the other a burger and she said it was great. Think will stick to this place as a dinner place and pass on lunch.More

Date of visit: September 2020

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Angela H

412 reviews

Reviewed September 13, 2020

An Outdoor eating delight!

What great hamburgers we had! They were beautifully charred and moist and delicious. We had the Half Pound Angus Burger and the Cotuit Burger but there are other burgers on the menu to select from. We also appreciated their outdoor seating which had Plexiglas panels...between tables.More

Date of visit: September 2020

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Thank you very much for your review, Angela! We look forward to seeing you next time you stop by.

Chalkley11

165 reviews

Reviewed September 8, 2020

Great food and outdoor seating

We stopped in for an appetizer and a drink. The calamari with banana peppers and onion rings were excellent, , and reasonably priced.

Date of visit: September 2020

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ParAvionEnBateau

I went there a few years back and had a really tasty (entree) salmon with red/green grapes. I would love to have the recipe if someone has it! I only had it once and did not make notes of the ingredients at the time...Maybe someone local remembers the dish and main ingredients? It's not on the menu anymore. Thanks a lot!

August 12, 2019|

AnswerShow all 3 answers

Hi, thanks for your question. Unfortunately, I did not have that menu selection. I did find the food to be wonderful overall. Sincerely, John Emond

michaeljk744

lobster roll? rating?

August 1, 2017|

AnswerShow all 6 answers

I should have ordered it but didn't. The lobster on a salad I think is the best selection. The family next to us ordered one for each of them. Five plates total. Instant envy.