Red Cat Kitchen at Ken ‘n’ Beck

Oak Bluffs has a bounty of lovely cafes and casual eateries, but when it comes to fine dining there is—well, was—a notable absence. When chef Ben deForest arrived at what was previously known as Ken ‘n’ Beck, islanders eagerly anticipated what the famously wild chef would do with the eatery. In his typical style, deForest overhauled the menu, adorned the walls with paintings from local artists and coupled his innovative dishes with a funky soundtrack and witty cocktails. All this amounts to a feast for the senses, as Red Cat offers some of the best when it comes to food and ambiance on-island.