While we enjoy bustling restaurants with casual settings, it’s always nice to get dressed up and head out for a wonderful dinner in a quiet and cozy setting. That’s just what you’ll find at the Captain Linnell House in Orleans, Massachusetts.
The restaurant setting is a romantic old mansion, once the home of Captain Ebeneezer Linnell. In spring, wisterias grow right up the side of the home, adding additional charm to an already quaint appeal. Combine that with impeccable service and delicious food and you have the makings of a wonderful evening.
Chef Bill Conway and his wife, Shelly, restored the home to its former grandeur, and then created a menu to match. Dishes skew continental and many draw on the bounty of our local fish and seafood. Appetizers include Wellfleet oysters done two ways, a traditional chowder, and (my pick!) escargot with mushroom in a rich stock with a touch of cream. There is also a nice selection of salads, including a great Caesar.