Edgartown's most charming restaurant — a husband-and-wife team, a garden patio, creative seasonal New American with French and Italian touches. The most reliably excellent dinner in town.
Why It Belongs on the List
Détente (from the French for relaxation and good relations) is a husband-and-wife-run restaurant tucked into Nevin Square in Edgartown — a garden patio, warm service, and a creative seasonal menu of New American cooking with French and Italian influences. praised as among the best dining on the island, with a menu that changes with what's available locally. Less glittery than Atria but more consistent. The wine list is excellent. Book ahead for peak summer weekends.
What Stands Out
- Husband-and-wife–run restaurant
- Garden patio in Nevin Square
- Creative, seasonal menu
- French and Italian influences
- One of the best dinners in Edgartown
- Excellent wine list
- Book ahead for weekends
- Warm, welcoming atmosphere