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Alchemy of Edgartown MA is an Amazing Dining Experience

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Alchemy of Edgartown, MA

Searching for a fine-dining experience in Edgartown, MA on Martha’s Vineyard? Look no further than Alchemy: a Bistro and Bar located at 71 Main Street. They describe their menu as “serving creative new American cuisine with French and Italian influence.” Chef Giordano Smiroldo and his team craft delicious dishes six nights per week (closed Wednesdays), starting at 5:30 p.m. Reservations can be made by phone (508-627-9999), or by clicking here.

Alchemy’s food receives rave reviews from diners. As of October 15, 2015, Alchemy’s diners have rated their meal experiences a 4.6/5. Diners often cite their outstanding food, extensive drink menu (Alchemy’s wine selection won a silver medal from Cape Cod Publications), and friendly and professional customer service. Reviewers also rave about the restaurant’s beautiful décor, with a bar and dining room on the first floor, and a dining room and lounge on the second floor. There is also outdoor seating available for warmer evenings, but availability is limited, and there is high demand.

Before you order your dinner, why not sip on one of Alchemy’s delicious cocktails? The drink menu boasts high-quality liquors mixed to perfection by Alchemy’s talented bartenders, and offered in generous portions. Patrick Ahearn recommends trying the Jaybird Swizzle: a tropical drink which serves four. If you’re seated at the beautiful downstairs bar, you can also order from a limited bar menu.

Edgartown visitors rave about Alchemy’s fine cuisine. Appetizers include a wide variety of dishes, ranging from a grilled asparagus and Jonah crab salad, to a local yellowfin tuna crudo, to a delicious beef tartare with hand cut pomme frites. Entrees and bistro fare offer the finest ingredients, including fresh seafood, in a menu replete with delicious options: roast half chickens, ribeyes, fried oysters with remoulade, and charred shishito peppers.

Once you’ve completed your meal, why not enjoy one of Alchemy’s fine desserts? Options include:

  • Flourless chocolate torte: crème Chantilly, candied orange peel, and hazelnut brittle
  • Sticky toffee pudding: Warm Mejdool date cake, vanilla ice cream, walnut crumble, toffee sauce
  • Lemon pudding cake with blueberry sauce
  • Alchemy’s sundae: vanilla and chocolate ice cream, caramel and chocolate sauce, pineapple, brandied cherries, honey-roasted cashews, and bruleed marshmallow

Alchemy of Edgartown MA is one of Martha’s Vineyard’s finest restaurants. After a day wandering the island (perhaps on a lighthouse tour), why not sit down and experience fresh, high-quality food and drinks in a cozy, lively setting? Truly, this is one of Edgartown’s top dining experiences.

Plan Your Stay on Martha’s Vineyard

Be sure to reserve your accommodations with Sandpiper Rentals. Our Martha’s Vineyard vacation rentals are ideal for relaxing and unwinding in between all of the great activities you can participate in during your time on the island. Our rental properties are located all over Martha’s Vineyard, so you can choose to stay on your favorite part of the island. Whether you want to be right in town or more isolated, we have the perfect rental for you. Our homes are all unique, yet they all offer comfortable accommodations and luxurious amenities. Visit our website to check availability and learn about all of our services!

 

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Our Favorite Things To Do in Edgartown MA

Ernest McGray, Jr. / Edgartown Light House / Flickr
Ernest McGray, Jr. / Edgartown Light House / Flickr

Edgartown MA has plenty to offer everyone visiting Martha’s Vineyard and is a fantastic place to stay on your trip. Edgartown is one of the most sought-after destinations on the Vineyard, and Sandpiper Rentals has many homes to rent in the area, including harbor front Captain’s houses dating back to the old Whaling Days of the Vineyard. There are many great boating and beach options, and a wonderful downtown area with shopping, restaurants, galleries and more! Here are our favorite things to do in Edgartown MA.

Beaches in Edgartown MA

Edgartown has great beaches including South Beach which is very popular. The shoreline is pristine with firm sand, making it perfect for strolling up and down the beach along the water. There are great waves and gorgeous scenery to make South Beach the place to go when in Edgartown.  The surf is excellent and easily accessible with a public bus running every 15 minutes. For an amazing view and quieter surf, head to Lighthouse Beach which is just a 10-minute walk from downtown. From there, it’s easy to enjoy picturesque views of Edgartown and the harbor beyond. State Beach is perfect for young children and walks. It has calm waters. The second bridge is known from the Jaws movie and every summer hundreds of people jump off it.

The Lighthouse of Edgartown MA

For a spectacular and unique Edgartown visit, look no further than the Edgartown Lighthouse. This is a must-see area of Martha’s Vineyard and has amazing views of the historic lighthouse and surrounding area. Admission is $5 for the lighthouse which will be operating at times during the summer. Recent renovations have made the lighthouse a great stop and have made it more accessible for visitors.

Fishing Charters from Edgartown MA

While you’re in Edgartown, try out one of the fine fishing charters that are based in the harbor. Several charters will take you out for some of the best fishing on the East Coast. See what made the area so famous for fishing. Wayfarer Charters offers fishing charters and sunset cruises. Jean Marie Fishing Charters and Great Harbour Sport Fishing Charters are some of the other charter companies located in Edgartown.

Established in 1907 and operating out of its current location since 1927, the Edgartown Yacht Club offers the best in yachting, sailboat racing, and seamanship on Martha’s Vineyard. The club holds several racing events throughout the year, including Edgartown Race Weekend (July 23 – 25) and the ‘Round-the-Island Race (July 25) and the 12-Metre Regatta in August.

When in Edgartown, catch the Chappy Ferry to Chappaquiddick Island, one of the best kept secrets in New England. This peaceful, quaint island is serviced by the On Time and On Time II ferries which have a long and colorful history. Several scenes from the movie classic ‘Jaws’ were filmed on Chappaquiddick to give you an idea of the scenic parts of the area.

The Katama area of Edgartown is closest to the surfside of the beach and contains many rental properties. There are also many rental properties in the three mile stretch from beach to downtown. There are so many great things to experience in Edgartown MA. Let Sandpiper Rentals help you find the ideal place to stay when you are in Edgartown so you can experience all the great things the area has to offer.

Piper Picks: Favorite Place for Coffee (Off-Season)

Post by our Sister Company Sandpiper Realty:

We’re introducing something new here at Sandpiper Realty… We’ve decided to team up with our sister company, Sandpiper Rentals, and offer what we call “Piper Picks.” Basically, we’re going to poll all the agents and staff from both companies to find out people’s island favorites – places to go, things to do, what to see – and then we’re going to share our top picks with you. And who knows? Maybe you’ll discover a great new spot to check out!

For our first installment, we decided to start with something easy:

“Where’s your favorite place to grab a cup of coffee in the off season?”

And the Piper Pick is….

Edgartown Meat & Fish Market!

Edgartown Meat & Fish Market

Located in Post Office Square, Edgartown Meat & Fish Market is a family owned and operated business that’s been successfully serving the island community year-round since opening its doors in 2011. The café serves Starbucks Coffee and Espresso, and has a wide variety of delicious options for the avid coffee drinker. In addition to keeping you blissfully caffeinated, they also offer freshly baked bagels, baked goods and breakfast sandwiches.

Edgartown Meat & Fish

If you haven’t already, we definitely recommend stopping here for your next coffee break!

Close Runner-up: Espresso Love

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