Whaleback Restaurant

4.3 (134 reviews )
$$
Restaurant
Outdoor seating
Takeout
Dine-in
Lunch
+(8)

About Whaleback Restaurant

Whaleback Restaurant, located at 1052 Sandwich Rd in Sagamore, MA, is a cozy seafood destination popular among locals. This small establishment specializes in fresh, reasonably priced seafood, with a price range of $10–20 for a variety of comforting dishes. Customers frequently recommend its fried clams, lobster rolls, and fish & chips, all praised for their quality and value.

The atmosphere is described as friendly and casual, often filled with laughter from patrons at the bar and outdoor picnic tables. Despite limited seating, attentive staff ensure a pleasant dining experience, making it a go-to spot for both quick lunches and leisurely seafood feasts. Strong recommendations highlight the fresh ingredients and the genuine hospitality that contribute to its local charm.

Reviews (134) 4.3

  • Tim K.
    Dec 9,2024

    Small place fills up quick great value friendly staff and patrons! Fish & Chips lightly battered fresh as you can get it !

  • JD1018 D.
    Oct 30,2024

    Got the seafood platter and fish and chips. Good food, cheap price. It's a bar and an outdoor courtyard. Go for the food, not the atmosphere.

  • Lorrie S.
    Sep 7,2024

    What an awesome place!!! Holy cow the service... got our delicious food so fast my head was spinning!!!! The ambiance...home town secret spot! The owners are one in a MILLION! If you don't come here ...we can never be friends!

  • Katy C.
    Sep 2,2024

    It was a wet rainy day and my husband and I was searching for some good place to have some seafood. We checked on GoogleMap and this Bob O'Malley's Whaleback Restaurant just poped up and we decided to have some steamer there. There're lots of local customers in the bar and the atmosphere was great!!! We ordered the dish, but we're not sure how to eat steamers. An nice man named John sit next to us was very warm-hearted and taught us how to. We ordered some Coke and talked a lot. The whole bar was always filled with laughters. We really enjoyed eating and drinking there. What a lovely gem in the sand(wich) :-)

  • Jimmy J.
    Aug 8,2024

    Amazing. Great service Fresh and crispy fish. Dive bar atmosphere everyone was ordering fish and chips or the seafood platter. Couldn't finish it. Brought a little more than a 1/4 of it home !

  • Grace D.
    Jul 29,2024

    We were in town for a wedding and one of the souvenir shops in Onset told us we needed to check this place out if we were looking for lobster rolls. And when a local tells you to check a place out...you do it. And soooo glad we did! I LOVED THIS PLACE!!! It's this small establishment with the bar in the middle and surrounding bar tables along the walls. The bartender was...AWESOME!!! She was super attentive to every customer in that space and had the BEST personality! She was hilarious and just overall awesome! And fellow Buckeye! O-H! I-O! She enhanced our experience a great deal! The local souvenir shop lady was NOT KIDDING. These lobster rolls were AMAZING! The roll was buttery soft and the lobster was so plentiful for a really affordable price!!! I would have normally expected it to be a lot more expensive, but again...the local lady said..."you will NOT find another lobster roll at this price that is really good..." And she was right! The whole experience was so awesome...I HIGHLY recommend going to this place if you're in the area and are wanting to try some delicious lobster rolls. Thanks to the entire staff at Bob O'Malley's! You're place was FANTASTIC!

  • Joe C.
    Feb 8,2024

    Best Deal at the Mouth of the Cape This is a tiny restaurant nearby the Sagamore Bridge and not too far from the Bourne Bridge. Seafood is fresh and delicious. And it's reasonably priced. It's a small restaurant but there are picnic tables outside. It appears to be a place for locals. Not a typical tourist destination, but I consider that a good thing. Thanks

  • Dana W.
    Jan 13,2024

    I have always wondered about this place as I drive by often. So me and my buddy stopped by for lunch one day. This place did not disappoint. Great Seafood at Great prices. I got the fired clams and my friend got the fried shrimp. Staff were friendly and checked in with us often to see if we needed anything. They are very limited on seating and I can see the place get filled up very fast. This is one place I will be coming back to in the future for sure !!!

  • Rhonda D.
    Nov 5,2023

    This was our first stop to eat after getting off the plane. Headed to CapeCod and stopped at this place. Busy,small, local pub. Lobster roll was the best AND MOST AFFORDABLE lobster roll on our trip. Had a Guinness and a whiskey. Very nice bar tender.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the most popular dishes at Whaleback Restaurant?

    The seafood platter and fish and chips are fan favorites, along with their amazing lobster rolls, which many guests highlight as a must-try!

  • Do I need a reservation to dine at Whaleback Restaurant?

    Reservations are accepted, but walk-ins are also welcome! It's a small place, so it can get busy, especially during peak hours.

  • Can I order takeout from Whaleback Restaurant?

    Yes, Whaleback Restaurant offers takeout options in addition to dine-in service.

  • What is the atmosphere like at Whaleback Restaurant?

    The atmosphere is cozy and casual, with a friendly and welcoming vibe, making it a great spot for both locals and tourists.

  • Is there parking available at Whaleback Restaurant?

    Yes, there is free parking available in both a parking lot and on the street nearby.

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