1606 Restaurant & Bar
55 Commercial St, Gloucester MA 01930 ● 978-491-5090ReservationsView MenusLive Entertainment- Breakfast
- 7:00am - 11:00am Daily
- Sunday Brunch
- 11:30am - 2:30pm
- Sunday - Thursday
- Kitchen 11:30am-9pm | Bar - 11:30am-11pm
- Friday, Saturday
- Kitchen - 11:30am-9:30pm | Bar - 11:30am-Midnight
Menus
Soup & Salad
- Soup Du Jour 8/11
- Clam Chowder 9/13
- Oyster Crackers
- Lobster Bisque 12/16
- Knuckle Meat, Chive Oil, Croutons
- Caesar Salad 9/15
- Crisp Romaine, Cured Egg Yolk, Herbed Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, White Anchovy
- Baby Tuscan Kale Bowl 17
- Marinated Quinoa, Roasted Tomatoes, Toasted Pecans, Silken Tofu, Avocado, Pickled Shallots
- Burrata Salad 18
- Variations of Strawberry, Prosciutto, Grilled Sour Dough, Baby Gem Lettuce
- Caprese Toast 17
- Basil Pistou, Heirloom Tomatoes, House Made Mozzarella, Pickled Garlic, Grilled Focaccia, Aged Balsamic
Sharable
- Cheese Board 23
- Rotation of Chef Selected Cheeses, Honeycomb, Spiced Nuts, Onion Jam, Seasonal Mostarda, Fruit Crackers
- Charcuterie Board 26
- Country Style Pâté, Chicken Liver Mousse, Rotating Artisanal Salami, Whipped Mustard, Cornichons, House Pickled Vegetables, Grilled Local Sourdough, Seasonal Mostarda
- Yellow Curry Mussels 18
- Coconut Broth, Fine Herbs, Toasted Naan, Lime
- Seasonal Crudo MKT
- Chef's Seasonal Inspiration with Today's Local Catch
- Wagyu Carpaccio 22
- Truffle, Marinated Mushrooms, Egg Yolk, Parmesan, Crispy Potatoes, Roasted Garlic
- Octopus Carpaccio 18
- Tender Octopus with Squid Ink Aioli, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Pickled Garlic, Variations of Corn, Pickled Heirloom Tomatoes
- Crab Cake 18
- Charred Corn Salsa, Guasacaca, Herb Salad, Watermelon Radish
- Bacon Hush Puppies 16
- Corn Meal and Bacon Fritters Served with Chipotle Aioli
- 1606 Fish Croquettes 16
- Salted Local White Fish, Tartar, Cocktail, Lemon
- Grilled Octopus 19
- Crispy New Potatoes, Pickled Cherry Tomatoes, King Oyster Mushroom, Sauce Choron, Black Garlic
- Whole Belly Toast MKT
- Local Whole Belly Clams, Toasted White Bread, Corn and Garlic Pudding with Grilled Lemon, Cornichons, Pickled Shallots, Lemon Aioli, Herb Salad
- Roasted Oysters 22
- Ponzu, Thai Bird Chilies, Cilantro, Crunchy Shallots
- Crispy Calamari 18
- Fennel, Basil, Parmesan, Anchovy Vinaigrette, Capers, Pickled Fresno Chilies
- Crab Poutine 19
- Beauport Chips, Local Jonah Crab, Green Goddess Dressing, Fresh Herbs, Lardons
- Tuna Tartar 22
- Crispy Sushi Rice, Yuzu Sriracha Aioli, Avocado, Cilantro, Jalapeños, Marinated Local Tuna
Raw Bar
- Conservas
- Selection of Authentic Spanish and Portuguese "Tinned Fish" (See Pricing Below)
- Caviar Service 105
- American White Sturgeon Caviar, Traditional Accoutrements, House Brioche
- Champlain Tower 85
- 4 Oysters, 4 Little Necks, 2 Jumbo Shrimp, 2 Jonah Crab Claws, 1 Lobster Tail, Seasonal Ceviche
- Fiesta Tower 145
- 8 Oysters, 8 Little Necks, 4 Jumbo Shrimp, 4 Jonah Crab Claws, 2 Lobster Tail, Seasonal Ceviche
- Daily Oyster Selection 4
- Please Ask Your Server About Our Daily Selection
- Melodu Dozen Oysters MKT
- Chef's Selection of Daily Oysters
- Seasonal Composed Oyster 2 for 10 | 4 for 19
- Please Ask Your Server About Our Daily Selection
- Little Neck Clams Half dozen 18 | Dozen 36
- Jumbo Shrimp Half Dozen 24 | Dozen 48
- House Cocktail Sauce
- New England Lobster Tail 30
- 1606 Lime Mustard Sauce
- Jonah Crab Claw 5
- 1606 Lime Mustard Sauce
Conservas
- Jose Gourmet Spiced Calamari in Ragout Sauce 23
- Served with Tomato Jam, Pickled Vegetables, Cultured Butter, Selection of Salts, Toasted R&B Sourdough, Lemon
- Jose Gourmet Sardines in Tomato Sauce 17
- Served with Tomato Jam, Pickled Vegetables, Cultured Butter, Selection of Salts, Toasted R&B Sourdough, Lemon
- Ati Manel Octopus in Garlic sauce 18
- Served with Tomato Jam, Pickled Vegetables, Cultured Butter, Selection of Salts, Toasted R&B Sourdough, Lemon
- Ati Manel Small Scallops in Caldeirada Sauce 21
- Served with Tomato Jam, Pickled Vegetables, Cultured Butter, Selection of Salts, Toasted R&B Sourdough, Lemon
- Ati Manel Spiced Mussels in Pickle Sauce 16
- Served with Tomato Jam, Pickled Vegetables, Cultured Butter, Selection of Salts, Toasted R&B Sourdough, Lemon
- Ati Manel Spiced Tuna Fillets in Olive Oil 22
- Served with Tomato Jam, Pickled Vegetables, Cultured Butter, Selection of Salts, Toasted R&B Sourdough, Lemon
Pizzas
- White 19
- Confit Garlic, Spinach, Caramelized Onions, Crispy Pancetta, Parmesan
- Street Corn and Shrimp 24
- Garlic Purée, Roasted Corn, Cilantro, Red Onion, Cotija Cheese, Pickled Jalapeños, Toasted Cumin Crema, Rock Shrimp
- Pomodoro Pizza 19
- Herbed Ricotta, Hot Soppressata, House Pomodoro, Chili Infused Honey, Fresh Basil
- Primavera 20
- Seasonal Vegetables, Roasted Garlic, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, Chèvre
On the Bun
- Cape Ann Lobster Roll MKT
- Toasted Bun, Boston Bibb Lettuce, Fresh Picked Lobster Meat | Available with Drawn Butter or Lightly Dressed
- Crispy Pork Belly Bao Buns 18
- Confit Pork Belly, Kimchi, Pickled Slaw, Chili Crisp Aioli, Cilantro
- Falafel Platter 23
- Mixed Greens, Babaganoush, Tzatziki, Pickled Red Onion, Marinated Cucumbers, Marinated Feta, Vine Ripe Tomato, Toasted Naan Bread
- Pavilion Burger 18
- 8 oz. Brandt Beef Patty with Tomato Jam, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Garlic Aioli | Add Bacon: $2
- Black and Blue Burger 20
- Peppercorn Crusted Patty, Shallot Jam, Blue Cheese Dressing, Crispy Bacon
- Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich 19
- Crispy Chicken Thigh, Korean BBQ Sauce, Sweet Cabbage Slaw, Kimichi Pickles, Cilantro Lime Aioli
- Fried Shrimp Tacos 24
- Cabbage Slaw, Mango Salsa, Sriracha Aioli, Flour Tortilla, Cilantro, Fresh Lime
- Blackened Fish Tacos 22
- Local Red Fish, Sweet Slaw, Flour Tortilla, Cilantro, Fresh Lime, House Blackening Spice, Cumin Lime Crema
Entrées
- Seared Sea Scallops 38
- Baby Corn, Fingerling Potatoes, Foraged Mushrooms, Sea Beans, Lardons, Crispy Leeks, Tomato Coolie
- Baked Haddock Casserole 32
- Local Haddock, New England Style Crumbs, White Wine, Butter, Roasted New Potatoes, Broccoli
- New England Fish Fry 28
- Lightly Breaded Haddock, Coleslaw, Fries, House Tartar, Lemon
- Crispy Red Fish 32
- Carrot Red Curry, Beluga Lentils, Heirloom Carrot Salad, Cilantro Vinaigrette
- Roasted Chicken 30
- Lightly Brined Half Chicken, Broccolini, Romanesco, Bacon Hush Puppies, Braised Spring Onion, Thyme Jus
- Grilled Salmon 28
- Sweet Garlic Purée, Romanesco, Ratatouille, Crispy Shallots
- Panned Seared Halibut 38
- Seasonal Squash, Spinach, Chorizo, Fennel Salad, Black Garlic Beurre Blanc
- Sesame Crusted Tuna 36
- Edamame and Seaweed Salad, Forbidden Black Rice, Avocado, Ginger, Tare
- Dry Aged NY Strip 48
- 15 Hour Potatoes, Chard Onion, Asparagus, Hollandaise, Crispy Shallots
- Grilled Hanger Frites 35
- Beauport Chips, Vine Ripe Tomato, Watercress Salad, Horseradish, Demi-Glace
- Australian Wagyu Tomahawk 120
- Bone Marrow Butter, Sauce Rossini, Pop Overs, Choice of Two Sides
Pasta
- Lobster Linguini 46
- Foraged Mushroom, Sauce American, Pancetta, Truffle
- Asparagus Risotto 28
- White and Green Asparagus, Truffle, Radish Salad, Red Pepper Beurre Blanc
- Squid Ink Bucatini 26
- Squid Ink Pasta, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Caramelized Onions, Braised Calamari and Octopus, Roasted Garlic, Sherry Cream, Pancetta Crumble
Sides
- Mac ’n' Cheese 12
- Foraged Mushrooms 12
- Roasted New Potatoes 12
- Maple Glazed Heirloom Carrots 12
- Ratatouille 12
- Broccolini with Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes 12
- Pomme Purée
- Garlic, Red Pepper Flakes
- Beauport Chips 12
- Truffle Asparagus 12
- Choice of Sauces (First sauce on us, each additional $2)
- House Cheese Sauce, Horseradish Cream, Chipotle Aioli, Lime Crema, Ranch, Korean BBQ, Garlic Aioli
- Please ask your server if we may accommodate your special diet or allergen requests. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, eggs, seafood, or shellfish may increase your risk for foodborne illness.
- Dishes can be customized for gluten free options. Gluten free bread and buns available. All menu items are sourced using sustainable practice, all natural, no hormones or antibiotics, farm fresh and organic when possible.
Specialty Cocktails
- First Mate 15
- 1606 Bib & Tucker 12yr Bourbon, Yellow Chartreuse, Amaro Nonino, Orange Bitters
- Spring Forward 15
- Tequila Ocho Reposado, Tamarind, Coconut Cream, Giffard Piment d'Espelette
- Jimador Harvest 15
- Milagro Tequila, Ilegal Mezcal, Cranberry Cordial, Cinnamon, Lime
- Rum for the Hills 15
- Plantation O.F.T.D., Amaro di Angostura, Lime, Cinnamon
- Horizon Line 15
- Gunpowder Irish Gin, Lemon, Dark Cherry Vodka Float
- Buddha's Vice 15
- Rittenhouse Rye, Applejack, Amontillado Sherry, Sage
- Smooth Operator 15
- Absolute Elyx, Cynar, House Made Kumquat Syrup
- Siren Spritz 15
- Barr Hill Vodka, Campari, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Bubbles
- Raise Up 15
- Raisin Infused Vodka, Cointreau, Cinnamon
Spirit-Free
- Seas the Day 8
- Seedlip Spice, Espresso, Citrus
- Boulevard Stroll 8
- Seedlip Grove, Cranberry Cordial, Fresh Lemon
- Plum Cove 8
- Pomegranate Juice, Sage, Fresh Lemon, FRE Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine
Draft Beers
- Cisco Shark Tracker 8
- 5.5%
- Allagash White 8
- 5.2%
- True North "Northern Haze" 9
- 6.7%
- Notch Pils 8
- 4%
- Rockport Brewing "Hatchet" 8
- 4.6%
- Ipswich Original Ale 8
- 5.4%
- Berkshire Brewing Co. Lager 8
- 4.5%
- Downeast Cider 8
- Seasonal
- Great Marsh Brewing Co. 9
- Rotating Line
- Guinness Stout 8
- 4.2%
- Jack's Abby 9
- Rotating Line
- Maine "Lunch" 10
- 7%
- Zero Gravity Conehead IPA 9
- 9%
Bottles & Cans
- Athletic Brewing Co N/A 6
- Bud Light 5
- Budweiser 5
- Coors Light 5
- Corona Extra 6
- Michelob Ultra 5
- Heineken 6
- Omission Lager (GF) 6
- Sam Adams Boston Lager 6
- Sam Adams 6
- Rotating Seasonal
- Green State Lager Zero Gravity 7
- Be Hoppy Wormtown 8
- Four Seam Idle Hands 9
- Night Shift Sour Series 9
- Rotating
- Downeast Original Cider 6
- Far From the Tree Nova 9
- High Noon Hard Seltzer 8
Wines by the Glass
Bubbles
- Bisol Jeio, Brut Prosecco DOC 11 | 42
- Italy
- Poema, Cava Brut Rose 11 | 42
- Spain
- Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut 15 Split | 58
- France
- Nicolas Feuillatte, Rosé 17 Split | 66
- France
White
- Michael Delhommeau, Muscadet 11 | 42
- France
- Barone Fini, Pinot Grigio 9 | 35
- Italy
- Ravines, Dry Riesling 13 | 50
- Finger Lakes, NY
- Hopler, Gruner Veltliner 12 | 46
- Austria
- Ceretto, Arneis 13 | 50
- Italy
- Stoneleigh, Sauvignon Blanc 11 | 42
- New Zealand
- Peter Yealands, Pinot Gris 11 | 42
- New Zealand
- Louis Latour, “Ardeche,” Chardonnay 12 | 46
- France
- Sauvion, Vouvray 13 | 50
- France
- Poseidon, Chardonnay 14 | 52
- Carneros, California
Orange
- Krasno, Blend 15 | 56
- Slovenia
Rosé
- La Spinetta, Rose di Casanova 13 | 50
- Italy
- Canard Rosé 15 | 56
- Cuvee des Cendres, CA
Red
- Jean-Francois Merieau, Gamay 13 | 50
- France
- Violet Hill, Pinot Noir 13 | 50
- Dundee Hills, Oregon
- DeForville, Nebbiolo 16 | 62
- Italy
- Domaine Brusset, Cotes du Rhone 11 | 42
- France
- Parducci, Cabernet Sauvignon 14 | 52
- California
- Cantina Valle Tritana, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 10 | 38
- Italy
- Justin, Cabernet Sauvignon 18 | 68
- California
- La Spinetta, Ca’Di Pian 15 | 56
- Barbera d’Alba, Italy
- The Crusher, Petite Syrah 13 | 50
- California
Breakfast
- good morning smoothie 8
- açai, organic yogurt, banana, raspberries, coconut milk
- oatmeal 10
- brown sugar, dried fruit
- yogurt parfait 13
- seasonal fresh fruit and berries, organic greek yogurt, house granola, toasted coconut, wildflower honey
- avocado toast 14
- grilled focaccia, avocado, petite greens, hard boiled egg, pickled red onion, marinated tomatoes, chard lemon aioli
- croissant sandwich 13
- toasted croissant, over easy eggs, spinach, tomato, bacon, smoked cheddar cheese, chipotle aioli
- traditional beauport 15
- choice of 2 eggs, smoked bacon, breakfast sausage or ham, breakfast potatoes, toast
- vegetarian quiche 8
- seasonal vegetables, egg, cheese, petite green salad
- eggs benedict 13
- cage free eggs, north country canadian bacon, OMG english muffin, hollandaise, breakfast potatoes
- smoked salmon benedict 17
- OMG english muffin, baby kale, scottish cured smoked salmon, hollandaise
- florentine benedict 15
- vine ripe tomato, poached egg, wilted spinach, pernod cream
- lobster benedict 24
- poached eggs, lobster cake, newburg sauce
- duck confit hash 18
- long island duck, crispy potatoes, choice of egg, mustard hollandaise
- belgian style waffle 14
- macerated berries, whipped cream, vermont maple syrup
- cornflake crusted french toast 14
- brioche, sweet mascarpone, blueberry compote, powdered sugar
- fisherman's omelet 17
- linguica, peppers, onions, cheddar cheese, breakfast potatoes
Sides
- breakfast potatoes 5
- breakfast sausage/ smoked bacon/ham 6
- fresh fruit cup 6
- toast 3.5
- OMG english muffin 3.5
- egg 2
- bagel with cream cheese 7
- croissant 4
Sunday Brunch
- Steak & Eggs 24
- Grilled Hanger Steak, Breakfast Potatoes, Eggs Your Way, Roasted Tomato, Mushroom Demi, Petite Greens
- Yogurt Parfait 13
- Seasonal Fresh Fruit and Berries, Organic Greek Yogurt, House Granola, Toasted Coconut, Wildflower Honey
- Avocado Toast 14
- Grilled Focaccia, Avocado, Petite Greens, Hard-Boiled Egg, Pickled Red Onion, Marinated Tomatoes, Charred Lemon Aioli
- Croissant Sandwich 13
- Toasted Croissant, Over Easy Eggs, Spinach, Tomato, Bacon, Smoked Cheddar Cheese, Chipotle Aioli
- Smoked Salmon Benedict 17
- OMG English Muffin, Baby Kale, Scottish Cured Smoked Salmon, Hollandaise
- Fisherman's Omelet 17
- Linguica, Peppers, Onions, Cheddar Cheese, Breakfast Potatoes
- Cornflake Crusted French Toast 14
- Brioche, Sweet Mascarpone, Blueberry Compote, Powdered Sugar
- Fried Chicken 23
- Belgian Style Waffle, Crispy Chicken Thighs, Chipotle Butter, Vermont Maple Syrup
brunch cocktails
- dreamsicle 13
- blend of privateer rums, cointreau, licor 43, cream, orange juice
- two if by sea 13
- FEW breakfast gin, earl grey tea syrup, lillet blanc, tonic
- the orange grind 13
- fresh chilled espresso, grand marnier, cream
- siren spritz 15
- vodka, campari, ruby red grapefruit, cinnamon, bubbles
- house bloody mary 13
- regular or spicy, citrus pepper rim
About Us
Located on the lobby level of Beauport Hotel Gloucester, our charming 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar offers an oceanfront deck showcasing New England coastal dining at its best. Celebrate delicious Modern American cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients by our Executive Chef Jon Mckechnie and culinary team. The warm décor, seaside vistas, and relaxed upscale atmosphere provide a Cape Ann dining experience unlike any other.
Meet the Chef
Chef Jon McKechnie is Gloucester born and raised, which has influenced his style and methods of cooking. This style can be described as rustic, refined, and innovative through quality ingredients, local sustainability, and consistency. Chef Jon is a Certified Executive Chef through the American Culinary Federation and has worked all over Massachusetts, most recently coming from The Country Club in Brookline, MA. When it comes to the future of 1606, Chef Jon is working with local purveyors to play with different flavors and pay homage to America’s oldest seaport. With various culinary initiatives, like dry-aged steaks, international conservas, and an innovative raw bar program, 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar has a fresh twist on traditional cuisine.
1606 Daily Specials
Sunday: Pasta Night
Monday: Pizza and Brew Night
Tuesday: Oyster Night
Wednesday: Ramen Night
Thursday: Wine Pairing Night
Specials will start at 4 pm
