A Perfect Day in Dennis
Start with an omelet at The Red Cottage, stock up at Mocean, and hit Mayflower or Corporation Beach. Grab a Ploughman sandwich at Dennis Village Mercantile, play at Johnny Kelly Recreation, then end the night watching the sunset from Sesuit Harbor Cafe or Ocean House.


Explore Dennis
with Chris Lambton of Slack Tide Oysters
From the pages of the 2025 Love Local Field Guide
START YOUR DAY AT:
The Red Cottage for one of their amazing omelets.
SPEND YOUR MORNING:
First hit Mocean to get all the essentials for the beach then off to the best beaches on Cape Cod; Mayflower, West Dennis or Corporation Beach.
GRAB LUNCH AT:
The Dennis Village Mercantile for one of their mouth watering sandwiches...my go to is the Ploughman which features their chicken salad which is amazing.
SPEND YOUR AFTERNOON:
Take the family and kids to Johnny Kelly Recreation Area where you can walk the trails, play in the playground, utilize one of the many fields, play tennis or pickle ball or play basketball.
INDULGE IN A TREAT AT:
Softserve ice cream at Captain Frosty's or homemade ice cream at Cape Cod Creamery both on 6A.
END YOUR DAY AT:
Two great spots for dinner both with sunset views: if you want to go casual stop by Sesuit Harbor Cafe or for a great date night head to Ocean House.
BONUS – HIDDEN GEM OR INSIDER TIP:
A great spot for locals and tourists alike is Scargo Tower with stunning 360 degree views of Dennis and beyond!
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