1606 Restaurant & Bar
55 Commercial St, Gloucester MA 01930 ● 978-491-5090ReservationsView MenusLive Entertainment- Breakfast
- Daily: 7:00am - 11:00am
- All Day Menu
- Daily: 11:30am - 9:00pm
- Late Night Menu
- Friday & Saturday: 9:00pm - 10:00pm
- Sunday Brunch
- 11:30am - 2:30pm
- Bar Hours
- Sunday - Thursday: 11:30am - 11pm
- Friday & Saturday: 11:30am - Midnight
Christmas by the Sea at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar offers you a distinctive Christmas experience with our Chef’s seasonal creations with stunning oceanfront views.
Join us for our Christmas Three-Course Prix-Fixe Dinner in 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar for $89* for adults (call for kids menu options) starting at 12PM with last seating at 6:00PM.
For reservations, please book online here or call us at (978) 491-5090.
Reservations are required. Price does not include tax and gratuity. Credit Card required for reservation. Cancellations made after 12/18 at 9PM will be subject to a $50 per adult fee.
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
- Poached Pear Salad 17
- Fall Spiced Wine Poached Pear, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Candied Bacon, House Granola, Baby Gem Lettuce
- Ricotta Fig Toast 17
- Toasted Focaccia, Fig Spread, Baby Kale, Spiced Pecans, Honey Sherry Vinaigrette
- Ancient Grain Bowl 18
- Marinated Farro, Foraged Mushrooms, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Marcona Almonds, Pickled Beets, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Sharables
- Artisanal Cheese Board 26
- Rotation of Chef Selected Cheeses, Honey Brittle, Spiced Nuts, Onion Jam, Seasonal Mostarda, Fruit, Crackers
- Charcuterie Board 23
- House Pâté, Chicken Liver Mousse, Artisanal Salami, Whipped Mustard, House Pickled Vegetables, Grilled Local Sourdough, Seasonal Mostarda
- Curried Cauliflower 16
- Roasted Cauliflower, Golden Raisins, Cashew-Chili Crisp, Scallions, Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts 18
- Flash-Fried Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta, Horseradish Sauce
- Oysters Rockefeller 22
- Spinach, Fennel, Pernod Cream, Pancetta Crumble
- Native Fried Clams MKT
- Local Whole Belly Clams, Lightly Fried, House Rémoulade, Lemon
- Crab Cake 18
- Root Vegetable-Apple Slaw, House Rémoulade
- Drunken Mussels 18
- Local IPA, Shallots, Garlic, Spanish Chorizo, Crème Fraîche, Grilled Focaccia
- 1606 Fish Croquettes 16
- Salted Local White Fish, Tartar, Cocktail, Lemon
- Grilled Octopus 21
- Potato Croquette, Nduja, Nero di Seppia, Peppadew Peppers, Lemon Confit
- Escargot Toast 17
- Burgundy Snails, Bleu Cheese Butter, Pork Belly, Roasted Garlic | Sub: Whole Belly Toast - MKT
- Bacon Hush Puppies 17
- Cornmeal and Bacon Fritters, Chipotle Aioli
- Seasonal Crudo MKT
- Chef's Seasonal Inspiration with Today's Local Catch
- Crispy Calamari alla Puttanesca 19
- Basil, Parmesan, Anchovy Vinaigrette, Fried Capers, Pickled Fresno Chiles, Puttanesca
- Short Rib Poutine 22
- Braised Beef Short Rib, House Chips, Sauce Rossini, Cheese Curd
- Duck Rillette 21
- Confit Duck, Cognac, Fall Spices, Sourdough, Whole Grain Mustard, Pickled Cranberry Salad
- Wagyu Carpaccio 22
- Marinated Mushrooms, Egg Yolk, Parmesan, Crispy Potato, Roasted Garlic, Truffle
Raw Bar
- 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
- Melody 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
- Chipotle Sweet Potato 23
- Lightly Spiced Sweet Potato Purée, Scallions, Bleu Cheese, Chorizo, Lime Crema
- Pomodoro 21
- Herbed Ricotta, Hot Soppressata, House Pomodoro, Chili Infused Honey, Fresh Basil
- Mushroom 25
- Foraged Mushrooms, Roasted Garlic, Melted Leeks, Fontina Cheese
On the Bun
- Cape Ann Lobster Roll MKT
- Toasted Bun, Boston Bibb Lettuce, Fresh Picked Lobster Meat | Available with Drawn Butter or Lightly Dressed
- Falafel Platter 23
- Mixed Greens, Baba Ghanoush, Tzatziki, Pickled Red Onions, Marinated Cucumbers, Seasoned Feta, Marinated Tomatoes, Flatbread
- Reuben 19
- Marble Rye, Whole Grain Mustard, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, 1000 Island Dressing
- BBQ Burger 19
- 8 oz. Brandt Beef Patty, House BBQ Sauce, Smoked Gouda Cheese, Crispy Shallots | 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, Kimchi Pickles, Cilantro Lime Aioli
Entrées
- Seared Sea Scallops 39
- Variations of Parsnip, Baby Carrots, Lardons, Kale Pistou, Braised Leeks, Pomegranate
- New England Baked Haddock Casserole 32
- Local Haddock, New England Style Crumbs, White Wine, Butter, Roasted New Potatoes, Broccoli
- 1606 Fish Fry 30
- Lightly Breaded Haddock, Coleslaw, Fries, House Tartar, Lemon
- Red Curry Grilled Swordfish 36
- Carrot Red Curry, Beluga Lentils, Heirloom Carrot Salad, Cilantro Vinaigrette
- Grilled Salmon Provençal 30
- Variations of White Beans, Marinated Artichokes, Confit Garlic, Roasted Tomatoes, Kale, Charred Lemon Beurre Blanc
- Miso Glazed Halibut 39
- Bacon Dashi, Bok Choy, Mushrooms, Kimchi, Udon Noodles, Edamame
- Roasted Half Chicken 30
- Lightly Brined Half Chicken, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Romesco, Bacon Hush Puppies, Braised Onion, Thyme Jus
- Roasted Island Long Duck 42
- Pumpkin Spaetzle, Delicata Squash, Foraged Mushrooms, Swiss Chard, Cranberry Relish, Fall Demi-Glace
- Dry Aged NY Strip 48
- Variations of Sunchoke, Foraged Mushrooms, Au Poivre Sauce, Crispy Shallots
- Steak Frites 35
- Grilled Flat Iron, Beauport Chips, Tomato Provençal, Petite Greens, Horseradish, Red Wine Demi-Glace
- Australian Wagyu Tomahawk 140
- Bone Marrow Butter, Sauce Rossini, Pop Overs, Choice of Two Sides
Pasta
- Lobster Linguine 48
- Foraged Mushrooms, Sauce Américaine, Pancetta, Truffle
- Butternut Tortellini 28
- Variations of Root Vegetables, Handmade Pasta, Cider Brandy Cream, Fried Sage, Amaretto Crumble, Roasted Onions, Kale
- Bolognese 34
- Handmade Rigatoni, Veal, Pork, Beef, Mutti Tomatoes, Parmesan, Garlic Bread
- Squid Ink Bucatini 36
- New England Seafood Ragout, Clams, Mussels, Local Catch Squid, House Red Sauce, Panko Crumble
Sides
- Mac ’n' Cheese 12
- Foraged Mushrooms 12
- Roasted New Potatoes 12
- Maple Glazed Carrots 12
- Roasted Root Vegetables 12
- Broccoli with Garlic & Red Pepper Flakes 12
- White Bean Salad 12
- Pommes Purée 12
- Beauport Chips 12
- Lentil Stew 12
- Popovers 5 Each
- 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.
Desserts
- Apple Tart Tartin 15
- Puff Pastry, Caramel Custard, Poached Apple, Cardamom Ice Cream, Cranberry Granola
- Affogato al Café 16
- Vanilla Ice Cream, Coffee Espuma, Chocolate Shell, Espresso
- Chocolate Elvis Pot de Crème 15
- Peanut Butter Mousse, Dark Chocolate Pudding, Banana Crumble, Candied Bacon, Chantilly
- Pumpkin Pecan Tart 14
- Cinnamon Gelato, Cookie Crumble, Bourbon Caramel, Pepita Brittle, Pumpkin Butter
- 1606 Éclair 16
- Cherry Blossom Ice Cream, Liquid Cheesecake, Dark Chocolate, House Cherry Sauce, Whipped Cream
- Sorbet 9
- Choice of Lemon, Mango, Blood Orange, Raspberry
Specialty Cocktails
- First Mate 15
- 1606 Select Old Elk Bourbon, Yellow Chartreuse, Amaro Nonino, Combier D’Orange
- Lilac Moon 15
- Empress 1908 Indigo Gin, Italicus Rosolio diBergamotto, Sage, Lemon
- A Pearfect Balance 15
- Barr Hill Vodka, St. George Spiced Pear, Domaine de Canton, Cranberry Cordial, Fresh Lime
- Falling for Autumn 15
- Tequila Ocho Reposado and Añejo, Licor 43, Cinnamon, Lemon, Allspice
- Dreamscape 15
- Beauport House Barrel Código Rosa Reposado, Pierre Ferrand Dry Yuzu Curaçao, Combier d’Orange, Dragon Fruit, Lemon
- Buddha's Vice 15
- Rittenhouse Rye, Laird’s Applejack, Lustau Amontillado Sherry, Sage
- Globertrotter 15
- Plantation Pineapple Rum, Amaro Nonino, Don Ciccio & Figli Nocino, Licor 43
- Smoke and Mirrors 15
- Montelobos Mezcal, Apple Cider, Ginger Syrup, Fresh Lemon
- Earth Angel 15
- Pierre Ferrand 1840 Cognac, Beauport House Barrel Privateer Rum, Yobo Kish Soju, Dash of Cinnamon
- House Old Fashioned 17
- Choose from one of our select house barrels: Privateer Rum, Old Elk Bourbon, Codigo Tequila
Spirit-Free
- Morning Dew 10
- Botanical Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Lime, Sage, Orange Essence
- Plum Cove 10
- Pomegranate Juice, Sage, Fresh Lemon, FRE Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine
- Boulevard Stroll 10
- Citrus Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Cranberry Cordial, Lemon
- Italian Cream Soda 10
- A Classic. Pomegranate Syrup, Soda, Cream
Draft Beers
- Cisco Shark Tracker 8
- 5.5%
- Notch Brewing Session Pils 8
- 4.0%
- Ipswich Original Ale 8
- 5.4%
- Allagash Brewing White Ale 8
- 5.2%
- Beer'd Brewing, Kittens & Canoes 9
- 5.7%
- Jack's Abby Brewing Rotating Line 9
- Great MarshRotating Line 9
- Foam Brewers Built to Spill 9
- 8.0%
- True North Northern Haze 9
- 6.7%
- Rockport Brewing Hatchet 8
- 4.6%
- Maine Beer Co. Lunch 10
- 7.0%
- Zero Gravity Conehead 9
- 5.7%
- Guinness Irish Stout 8
- 4.2%
- Downeast Cider Seasonal Rotation 8
Bottles & Cans
- Wormtown Be Hoppy 8
- 6.5%
- Idle Hands Four Seam 9
- 6.6%
- Sam Adams Boston Lager 7
- 5.0%
- Sam Adams Seasonal 7
- 5.0%
- Night Shift Weisse Series 9
- Zero Gravity Green State Lager 8
- 4.9%
- Downeast Cider Original 7
- 5.1%
- Far From the Tree Nova 9
- 8.0%
- Far From the Tree Seasonal 9
- Budweiser 6
- 5.0%
- Bud Light 6
- 4.2%
- Coors Light 6
- 4.2%
- Corona Extra 7
- 4.6%
- Michelob Ultra 6
- 4.2%
- Heineken 7
- 5.0%
- Widmer Brewing Omission Lager (GF) 7
- 4.6%
- High Noon Hard Seltzer 9
- 4.5%
- Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic 6
- <0.5%
Wines by the Glass
Bubbles
- Poema, Cava Brut Rosé 12 | 46
- Cava, Spain
- Bisol Jeio, Brut Prosecco DOC 11 | 42
- Procecco, Italy
- Dr. Loosen, Riesling Sekt Extra Dry 12 | 46
- Mosel, Germany
- Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut 20 | 64
- Chouilly, France
- Medici Ermete, Concerto, Lambrusco 15 | 58
- Emilia-Romagna, Italy
White
- Michel Delhommeau, Muscadet 12 | 46
- Loire Valley, France
- Barone Fini, Pinot Grigio 10 | 38
- Valdadige, Italy
- Ravines, Dry Riesling 13 | 50
- Finger Lakes, NY
- Höpler, Grüner Veltliner 12 | 46
- Austria
- Ceretto, Arneis 13 | 50
- Piedmont, Italy
- Domaine Spiropoulos, Moschophilero 13 | 50
- Mantinia, Greece
- Stoneleigh, Sauvignon Blanc 12 | 46
- Marlborough, New Zealand
- Louis Latour, Chardonnay 12 | 46
- Ardèche, France
- Sauvion, Vouvray 13 | 50
- Loire Valley, France
- Long Meadow Ranch, Farmstead Chardonnay 14 | 52
- Napa Valley, CA
Orange
- Klet Brda, Krasno 15 | 56
- Brda, Slovenia
Rosé
- Péyrassol, Reserve des Templiers 14 | 52
- Côtes de Provence, France
- La Spinetta, Rosé di Casanova 13 | 50
- Tuscany, Italy
- Canard Rosé, Cuvée des Cendres 15 | 58
- Paso Robles, California
Red
- Pierre-Olivier Bonhomme, Le Telquel 13 | 50
- Loire Valley, France
- Violet Hill, Pinot Noir 13 | 50
- Dundee Hills, Oregon
- De Forville, Nebbiolo 16 | 62
- Piedmont, Italy
- Tenuta Santa Maria, Valpolicella Classico 14 | 52
- Verona, Italy
- Domaine Brusset, Côtes du Rhone 12 | 46
- Cairanne, France
- Parducci, Cabernet Sauvignon 14 | 52
- Mendocino, California
- Cantina Valle Tritana, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 11 | 42
- Italy
- The Crusher, Petite Sirah 13 | 50
- Napa Valley, California
- Diamond Dust Vineyard, Trig Point Cabernet Sauvignon 16 | 62
- Alexander Valley, California
Breakfast
- Good Morning Smoothie 8
- Açai, Organic Yogurt, Banana, Raspberries, Coconut Milk
- Oatmeal 10
- Brown Sugar, Dried Fruit
- Yogurt Parfait 14
- Seasonal Fresh Fruit and Berries, House Granola, Organic Greek Yogurt, Toasted Coconut, Wildflower Honey
- Avocado Toast 16
- Grilled Focaccia, Avocado, Petite Greens, Hard Boiled Egg, Pickled Red Onion, Marinated Tomatoes, Charred Lemon Aioli
- Croissant Sandwich 18
- Toasted Croissant, Over Easy Eggs, Spinach, Tomato, Bacon, Cheddar, Chipotle Aioli
- Traditional Beauport 15
- Choice of 2 Eggs, Smoked Bacon, BreakfastSausage or Ham, Breakfast Potatoes, Toast
- Vegetarian Quiche 12
- Seasonal Vegetables, Egg, Parmesan, Petite Green Salad
- Eggs Benedict 16
- Homestyle English Muffin, Hollandaise, Breakfast Potatoes, North Country Canadian Bacon
- Smoked Salmon Benedict 17
- Homestyle English Muffin, Baby Kale, Scottish Cured Smoked Salmon, Hollandaise
- Florentine Benedict 15
- Homestyle English Muffin, Vine Ripe Tomato, Wilted Spinach, Pernod Cream
- Lobster Benedict 24
- Homestyle English Muffin, Lobster Cake, Newburg Sauce
- Duck Confit Hash 19
- 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 15
- Brioche, Sweet Mascarpone, Blueberry Compote, Powdered Sugar
- Fisherman’s Omelet 17
- Linguiça, Peppers, Onions, Cheddar, Breakfast Potatoes, Homestyle English Muffin
Sides
- Breakfast Potatoes 5
- Breakfast Sausage 6
- Smoked Bacon 6
- Ham 6
- Egg 2
- Fresh Fruit Cup 6
- Bagel with Cream Cheese 5.5
- Homestyle English Muffin 3.5
- Toast 3.5
- Croissant 4
Sunday Brunch
- Yogurt Parfair 14
- Seasonal Fresh Fruit and Berries, Organic Greek Yogurt, House Granola, Toasted Coconut, Wildflower Honey
- Avocado Toast 16
- Grilled Focaccia, Avocado, Petite Greens, Hard-Boiled Egg, Pickled Red Onion, Marinated Tomatoes, Charred Lemon Aioli
- Croissant Sandwich 18
- Toasted Croissant, Over-Easy Eggs, Spinach, Tomato, Bacon, Cheddar, Chipotle Aioli
- Smoked Salmon Benedict 17
- Homestyle English Muffin, Baby Kale, Scottish Cured Smoked Salmon, Hollandaise
- Fisherman's Omelet 17
- Linguiça, Peppers, Onions, Cheddar, Breakfast Potatoes, Homestyle English Muffin
- Cornflake Crusted French Toast 15
- Brioche, Sweet Mascarpone, Blueberry Compote, Powdered Sugar
- Steak and Eggs 24
- Grilled Hanger Steak, Breakfast Potatoes, Eggs Your Way, Roasted Tomato, Mushroom Demi, Petite Greens
- Fried Chicken and Waffle 23
- Belgian-Style Waffle, Crispy Chicken Thighs, Chipotle Butter, Vermont Maple Syrup
brunch cocktails
- Season of the Spritz 13
- Choice of Aperol, St. Germain, or Limoncello
- Seasonal Spritz 13
- Ask your server about our seasonal offerings
- Two If By Sea 13
- FEW Breakfast Gin, Earl Grey Tea Syrup, Lillet Blanc, Fever Tree Tonic
- Stay Golden 13
- Privateer New England Reserve Rum, Amaro Meletti, Honey, Cereal Infused Milk
- Lemon Grove 13
- Green Mountain Organic Lemon Vodka, Pellegrino Limoncello, Licor 43, Light Cream, Graham Cracker
- Bloody Mary 13
- House Vegetable Vodka, Tajín Rim | Add: Jump Shrimp $4, Spicy Candied Bacon $1
- Espresso Martini 14
- Green Mountain Organic Vanilla Vodka, Café Borghetti, Five Farms Irish Cream, Fresh Chilled Espresso
- Memory Lane 13
- Privateer New England Reserve Rum, Giffard Banane du Brésil, Disaronno Amaretto, Allspice Dram
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
