Best Dining Bets

28 Atlantic (New American)

The wow factor starts when you enter the dining room at 28 Atlantic to see a 180-degree view of Pleasant Bay through a wall of 8-foot-tall windows. Chandeliers, snow-white tablecloths, and fine china hint of the elegant experience to come. The menu is rich with delicacies, such as foie gras, that are served in a non-traditional way—with grilled watermelon and smoked maple syrup, for instance. A playful twist on tradition continues with the main courses, which might include butter-braised lobster with cashew curry, or duck breast with pistachio praline. With top-notch service to boot, it all adds up to a meal fit for a very special occasion. The dress code urges “smart casual” and prohibits jeans, T-shirts, or shorts. For casual dining, the Outer Bar & Grill, a hip bar overlooking the pool and the bay, is the perfect venue.

2173 Rte. 28 (at the Wequassett Resort); www.wequassett.com. tel. 508/430-3000. Main courses $21–$44. May–Nov daily 7–11am, 5:30–10pm; call for off-season hours. Closed Dec to mid-Apr.