1606 Restaurant & Bar
55 Commercial St, Gloucester MA 01930 ● 978-491-5090- Breakfast
- Daily: 7:00am - 11:00am
- All Day Menu
- Sunday-Thursday: 11:30am - 9:00pm
- Friday & Saturday: 11:30am - 9:30pm
- Late Night Menu
- Friday & Saturday Only: 9:30pm - 10:30pm
- Sunday Brunch
- 11:30am - 2:30pm
- Bar Hours
- Sunday - Thursday: 11:30am - 11:00pm
- Friday & Saturday: 11:30am - Midnight
Toasts & Tastes Bubbly Pairing Dinner
- First Course: Atlantic Lobster paired with Sella & Mosca, Alghero Torbato Brut
- Second Course: Oyster Stew paired with Gusbourne, Blanc de Blancs
- Third Course: Dover Sole paired with Perrier-Jouët, Grand Brut
- Fourth Course: Duck en Croûte paired with Medici Ermete, Reggiano Lambrusco Secco
- Fifth Course: Strawberries & Cream paired with Graham Beck, Bliss Nectar
Menus
Soup & Salad
- Soup Du Jour 8/11
- Clam Chowder 9/13
- Chive Oil, Oyster Crackers
- Lobster Bisque 12/16
- Knuckle Meat, Chive Oil, Croutons
- Caesar Salad 10/16
- Crisp Romaine, Cured Egg Yolk, Herbed Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, White Anchovy
- Marinated Beet and Citrus Salad 18
- Spiced Pecans, Trio of Beets, Cranberry-Orange Vinaigrette, Herbed Goat Cheese, Petite Greens, Winter Citrus
- Ancient Grain Bowl 18
- Marinated Sorghum, Foraged Mushrooms, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Marcona Almonds, Maple Roasted Squash, Mint-Coriander Dressing
- Poached Pear Salad 17
- Fall Spiced Wine Poached Pear, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Cranberry Granola, Baby Kale, Pickled Shallots, Petite Greens
Sharables
- Artisanal Cheese Board 26
- Rotation of Chef Selected Cheeses, Honey Brittle, Spiced Nuts, Shallot Jam, Seasonal Mostarda, Seasonal Fruit, Crackers
- Meatballs al Forno 21
- Beef and Pork Meatballs, House Mozzarella, Pomodoro, Parmesan, Focaccia Garlic Bread
- 1606 Crab Dip 20
- House Potato Chips, Scallions, Creamy Crab, Herbed Panko
- Curried Cauliflower 18
- Roasted Cauliflower, Golden Raisins, Cashew-Chili Crisp, Scallions, Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
- Coconut Red Curry Mussels 19
- PEI Mussels, Lime, Cilantro, Roasted Squash, Naan
- Native Fried Clams MKT
- Local Whole Belly Clams, Lightly Fried, House Rémoulade, Lemon
- House Made Lump Crab Cake 24
- Apple-Root Vegetable Salad, Dijonnaise, Petite Greens
- Papas Bravas 16
- Crispy Red Bliss Potatoes, Chipotle Aioli, Scallions
- 1606 Fish Croquettes 17
- Salted Local White Fish, Tartar, Cocktail, Lemon
- Wagyu Carpaccio 22
- Marinated Mushrooms, Egg Yolk, Parmesan, Crispy Potato, Roasted Garlic, Truffle
- Duet of Octopus 24
- Octopus Carpaccio, Crispy Tentacle, Cabbage Slaw, Nam Jim Jaew, Toasted Cashews, Green Harissa
- Mushroom and Foie Toast 28
- Celeriac Purée, Sourdough, Mushroom Duxelle, Crispy Egg, Seared Foie, Winter Truffle, Celery Root Salad
- Local Stuffed Quahogs 18
- Classic Stuffed Local Clams, Lemon, Parsley, Breadcrumbs
- Crispy Calamari 19
- Basil, Parmesan, Fried Capers, Pickled Fresno Chiles, Roasted Garlic Aioli
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts 18
- Flash-Fried Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta, Horseradish Sauce
Stone Fired Pizzas
- Bianco 23
- Confit Garlic, Spinach, Caramelized Onions, Crispy Pancetta, Parmesan
- Funghi 24
- Foraged Mushrooms, Garlic Pudding, Melted Leeks, Fontina Cheese
- Pomodoro 23
- Herbed Ricotta, Hot Soppressata, House Pomodoro, Chili Infused Honey, Fresh Basil
- Autumn Harvest 24
- Roasted Root Vegetables, Spiced Apple Butter, Baby Kale, Goat Cheese, Spicy Sausage
On The Bun
- Cape Ann Lobster Roll MKT
- Toasted Bun, Boston Bibb Lettuce, Fresh Picked Lobster Meat | Available with Drawn Butter or Lightly Dressed
- Gloucester Rachel 19
- Lightly Fried Local Haddock, Toasted Marble Rye, Coleslaw, Swiss Cheese, 1000 Island Dressing
- Falafel Platter 24
- Mixed Greens, Baba Ghanoush, Tzatziki, Pickled Red Onions, Marinated Cucumbers, Seasoned Feta, Heirloom Tomatoes, Flatbread
- Pavilion Burger 20
- 8 oz Brandt Beef Patty, Tomato Jam, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Bibb Lettuce, Roasted Garlic Aioli | Add Bacon $2
- Patty Melt 20
- 8 oz Brandt Beef Patty, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, Gruyère Cheese, Texas Toast Add Bacon $2
- Chicken Katsu 19
- Panko Crusted Chicken Breast, Pikliz Slaw, Sriracha Aioli, Cilantro, Texas Toast
Entrées
- Seared Sea Scallops 38
- Variations of Cauliflower, Roasted Kabocha Squash, Braised Red Pearl Onions, Baby Kale, Pancetta, Herb Vinaigrette
- New England Baked Haddock Casserole 34
- Local Haddock, New England Style Crumbs, White Wine, Butter, Roasted New Potatoes, Broccoli
- 1606 Fish Fry 32
- Lightly Breaded Haddock, Coleslaw, Fries, House Tartar, Lemon
- Grilled Swordfish 38
- Red Pepper Polenta, Caulilini, Tomato Bacon Jam, Roasted Garlic Purée, Sautéed Bitter Greens
- Grilled Salmon Provençal 34
- Variations of White Beans, Marinated Artichokes, Confit Garlic, Roasted Tomatoes, Baby Kale, Charred Lemon Beurre Blanc
- Oven Roasted Half Chicken 34
- Lightly Brined, Fingerling Potatoes, Crispy Pork Belly, Fig, Hearty Greens, Variations of Chestnuts, Baby Carrots, Thyme Demi
- Allen Brothers Ribeye 52
- Sauce Au Poivre, Bleu Cheese Compound Butter, Variations of Potatoes, Broccolini and Mushroom Hash
- Grilled Flat Iron 36
- 8 oz Steak, Watercress Purée, Vine Ripe Tomato Florentine, Confit Potato Steak Fries, Shallot Jam
- Roasted Long Island Duck 48
- Whole Grain Mustard Spaetzle, Winter Squash, Spiced Butternut Purée, Spinach, Roasted Garlic, Cherry Sauce
- Australian Wagyu Tomahawk 150
- Bone Marrow Butter, Sauce Rossini, Popovers, Choice of Two Sides
Pasta
- Rigatoni Bolognese 36
- Handmade Pasta, Veal, Pork, Beef, Mutti Tomatoes, Parmesan, Garlic Bread
- Foraged Mushroom Parisian Gnocchi 32
- Truffle, Spinach, Variations of Celery Root, Roasted Mushrooms, Crispy Shallots, Brown Butter
- Short Rib Ramen 36
- Braised Short Rib, Bone Broth, Sun Noodles, Bok Choy, House Kimchi, House Tare, Foraged Mushrooms, Ginger Oil, Miso Egg, Nori, Scallions
- Crab and Cod Ramen 34
- Picked Crab, Miso Glazed Cod, Green Crab Broth, Sun Noodles, Bok Choy, House Kimchi, House Tare, Foraged Mushrooms, Ginger Oil, Nori, Scallions
Sides
- Mac ’N' Cheese 12
- Foraged Mushrooms 12
- Patatas Bravas 12
- Crispy New Potatoes, Chipotle Aioli, Scallions
- Roasted Root Vegetables 12
- Broccolini with Garlic & Red Pepper Flakes 12
- Maple Glazed Baby Carrots 12
- Marinated White Bean Salad 12
- Pommes Purée 12
- Beauport Chips 12
- Popovers 5 Each
Desserts
- Flourless Chocolate Cake 14
- Variations of Coconut, Toasted Almonds, Chocolate Ganache, Salted Caramel Gelato
- Affogato al Café 17
- Vanilla Ice Cream, Coffee Espuma, Chocolate Shell, Espresso, Almond Biscotti
- Chocolate Banana Éclair 15
- Caramelized Banana Gelato, Chocolate Sauce, Candied Bacon-Banana Crumble, Peanut Butter Mousse, Chantilly
- Fruit Cobbler ala Mode 14
- Seasonal Fruit, Pecan Cookie Crust, Vanilla Ice Cream
- Pumpkin Chai Pot de Crème 15
- Pumpkin Mousse, Chai Bavarian, Chantilly, Candied Pecans, Pumpkin Cajeta
- 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
- Daydream 15
- Espolòn Blanco, Domaine de Canton, Rhubarb Liqueur, Lemon, Splash of Downeast Cider
- Earth Angel 15
- Pierre Ferrand 1840 Cognac, Beauport House Barrel Privateer Rum, Soju, Cinnamon
- Secret Garden 15
- Gin Lane 1751 ‘Victoria’ Pink Gin, Lemon, Fresh Rosemary, Lambrusco Float
- Sienna Leaves 15
- Evan Williams 1736 Small Batch Bourbon, Amaro di Angostura, Disaronno Amaretto, Nocino (contains nuts)
- Pillow Talk 15
- Montelobos Mezcal, Chamomile, Lemon, Cardamom
- A Pear-fect Balance 15
- Barr Hill Vodka, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Cranberry Cordial, Lime
- Harvest Moon 15
- Pierre Ferrand 1840 Cognac, Cointreau, Apricot, Cinnamon, Fresh Lemon
- Lost Sailor 15
- Leblon Cachaça, Domaine de Canton, Falernum, Pineapple, Splash of Gingerale
- Foolish Heart 15
- Effen Black Cherry Vodka, Amaro Averna, Heering Cherry Liqueur, Light Cream, Dash of Chocolate
- House Old Fashioned 17
- Choose From Our Select House Barrels: Privateer Rum, Old Elk Bourbon, Codigo Rosa Reposado Tequila
Spirit-Free
- Desert Nights 12
- FREE Non-Alcoholic Agave Spirit, Prickly Pear, Lemon, Cinnamon
- Plum Cove 12
- Pomegranate Juice, Sage, Fresh Lemon, FRE Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Wine
- Boulevard Stroll 12
- Citrus Non-Alcoholic Spirit, Cranberry Cordial, Lemon
- Mariner’s Mule 12
- Fresh Lime, Seedlip Spice, Blood Orange Ginger Beer
Draft Beers
- Cisco Shark Tracker 8
- Light Lager | MA | 5.5%
- Notch Brewing Salem Lager 8
- Helles | MA | 4.9%
- Bissel Brother Precept Pilsner 10
- Pilsner | ME | 5.6%
- Allagash Brewing White Ale 8
- White Ale | ME | 5.2%
- Jack's Abby Brewing 9
- Rotating Line | MA
- Berkshire Brewing 8
- Rotating Line | MA
- 3 Floyds Brewing Zombie Dust 9
- APA | IN | 6.5%
- Foam Brewers Built to Spill 9
- DIPA | VT | 8.0%
- True North, Northern Haze 9
- NEIPA | MA | 6.7%
- Maine Beer Co. Lunch 11
- IPA | ME | 7.0%
- Fiddlehead 9
- IPA | VT | 6.2%
- Zero Gravity Conehead 9
- IPA | VT | 5.7%
- Guinness Irish Stout 8
- Stout | Ireland | 4.2%
- Downeast Cider 8
- Seasonal Rotation | MA
Bottles & Cans
- Wormtown Be Hoppy 8
- IPA | MA | 6.5%
- Idle Hands Four Seam 9
- NEIPA | MA | 6.6%
- Sam Adams Boston Lager 7
- Lager | MA | 5.0%
- Sam Adams 7
- Seasonal Rotation | MA
- Night Shift Weisse Series 9
- Sour Ale Rotating | MA
- Zero Gravity Green State Lager 8
- Pilsner | VT | 4.9%
- Downeast Cider Original 7
- Cider | MA | 5.1%
- Far From the Tree Nova 9
- Hopped Cider | MA | 8.0%
- Far From the Tree 9
- Seasonal Rotation | MA
- Budweiser 6
- Lager | MO | 5.0%
- Bud Light 6
- Lager | TX | 4.2%
- Coors Light 6
- Lager | CO | 4.2%
- Corona Extra 7
- Pale Lager | Mexico | 4.6%
- Michelob Ultra 6
- Lager | MO | 4.2%
- Modelo Especial 7
- Pilsner | Mexico | 4.4%
- Widmer Brewing Omission (GF) 7
- Lager | OR | 4.6%
- High Noon 9
- Hard Seltzer | CA | 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 | 80
- Chouilly, France
- Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label 28 | 125
- Champagne, 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
- Höpler, Grüner Veltliner 12 | 46
- Austria
- Ceretto, Arneis 13 | 50
- Piedmont, Italy
- Ansgar Clüsserath, Vom Schiefer, Riesling 13 | 50
- Trocken, Germany
- Maz Caz, Grenache Blanc/Roussane 13 | 50
- Rhône, France
- Glazebrook, Sauvignon Blanc 12 | 46
- Marlborough, New Zealand
- Sylvaine & Alain Normand, Mâcon La Roche-Vineuse 15 | 58
- Chardonnay, France
- Sauvion, Vouvray 13 | 50
- Loire Valley, France
- Austin Hope, Chardonnay 14 | 52
- Paso Robles, California
Orange
- Klet Brda, Krasno 15 | 58
- Brda, Slovenia
Rosé
- Verdad, Martin Ranch 16 | 62
- Alisos Canyon, California
- Blackbird Vineyards 13 | 50
- Napa Valley, California
Red
- Marcel Lapierre, Raisins Gaulois, Gamay 14 | 52
- Burgundy, France
- Violet Hill, Pinot Noir 13 | 50
- Dundee Hills, Oregon
- De Forville, Nebbiolo 16 | 62
- Piedmont, Italy
- Frescobaldi Nipozzano, Chianti Rúfina 14 | 52
- Tuscany, Italy
- Domaine Brusset, Côtes du Rhone 13 | 50
- Cairanne, France
- Zuccardi, Serie A, Malbec 12 | 46
- Valle de Uco, Argentina
- Parducci, Cabernet Sauvignon 14 | 52
- Mendocino, California
- Cantina Valle Tritana, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 11 | 42
- Italy
- Diamond Dust Vineyard, Trig Point Cabernet Sauvignon 16 | 62
- Alexander Valley, California
Breakfast
- Good Morning Smoothie 9
- Açaí, Coconut Milk, Banana, Pineapple, Blueberry
- Oatmeal 10
- Brown Sugar, Dried Fruit
- Yogurt Parfait 14
- Strawberries, Blueberries, Cranberry Granola, Organic Greek Yogurt, Toasted Coconut, Wildflower Honey
- Avocado Toast 19
- 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, Choice of Smoked Bacon, Canadian Bacon or Breakfast Sausage , Breakfast Potatoes, Toast
- Vegetarian Quiche 17
- Roasted Tomato, Spinach, Feta, Egg, Parmesan, Petite Greens
- Eggs Benedict 18
- Homestyle English Muffin, Hollandaise, Breakfast Potatoes, Choice of Smoked Bacon, Canadian Bacon or Breakfast Sausage, Petite Greens
- Smoked Salmon Benedict 18
- Homestyle English Muffin, Hollandaise, Baby Kale, Vine Ripe Tomato, Duck Trap Smoked Salmon, Petite Greens
- Lump Crab Cake Benedict 24
- House Made Crab Cakes, Hollandaise, Breakfast Potatoes, Petite Greens
- Corned Beef and Sweet Potato Hash 19
- Tender Corned Beef, Sweet Potato, Tri-Color Peppers, Spinach, Onions, Poached Egg, Whole Grain Mustard Hollandaise
- Belgian Style Waffle 15
- Lemon Ricotta, Blueberry Compote, Powdered Sugar
- Strawberry French Toast Bake 17
- Brioche Bread Pudding, Liquid Cheesecake, Macerated Strawberries, Powdered Sugar
- 1606 Omelet 18
- Bacon, Goat Cheese, Asparagus, Foraged Mushrooms
Sides
- Breakfast Potatoes 5
- Breakfast Sausage 6
- Smoked Bacon 6
- Canadian Bacon 6
- Sweet Potato and Corned Beef Hash 10
- Smoked Salmon 12
- 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 Parfait 14
- Strawberries, Blueberries, Cranberry Granola, Organic Greek Yogurt, Toasted Coconut, Wildflower Honey
- Avocado Toast 19
- 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 Cheese, Chipotle Aioli
- Eggs Benedict 18
- Homestyle English Muffin, Hollandaise, Breakfast Potatoes, Choice of Smoked Bacon, Canadian Bacon or Breakfast Sausage, Petite Greens
- 1606 Omelet 18
- Bacon, Goat Cheese, Asparagus, Foraged Mushrooms
- Strawberry French Toast Bake 17
- Brioche Bread Pudding, Liquid Cheesecake, Macerated Strawberries, Powdered Sugar
- Steak and Eggs 34
- Grilled Flat Iron Steak, Sweet Potato Hash, Peppers, Onion, Piri-Piri Sauce, 2 Eggs Your Way, Petite Greens
- Fried Chicken and Waffle 24
- Belgian-Style Waffle, Crispy Chicken Thigh, Chipotle Butter, Vermont Maple Syrup
Brunch Cocktails
- Sprtizes 13
- Choice of Aperol, St. Germain, or Limoncello
- 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 15
- Privateer New England Reserve Rum, Giffard Banane du Brésil, Disaronno Amaretto, Allspice Dram
Spirit-Free
- Rise and Shine 12
- Cold Brew, Orgeat, Cinnamon, Cream, Dash of Chocolate
- Aperitif Spritz 12
- Giffard Aperitif, FRE Sparkling Brut, Soda Water
- Contrary Mary 12
- Seedlip Garden “Spirit” and House Bloody Mary Mix, Tajín Rim
Raw Bar
- Oysters on the Half Shell 4
- Daily Oyster Selection
- Melody Dozen Oysters 48
- Chef's Selection of Daily Oysters
- Seasonal Composed Oysters
- 2 for 10 | 4 for 19
- Little Neck Clams
- Half Dozen 16 | Dozen 32
- Jumbo Shrimp
- Half Dozen 24 | Dozen 48
- New England Lobster Tail 30
- 1606 Lime Mustard
- Jonah Crab Claw 5
- 1606 Lime Mustard
- Chef’s Local Seafood Ceviche MKT
- Chef’s Daily Selection
Caviar
- Caviar Service 105
- American White Sturgeon Caviar, Traditional Accoutrements, House Brioche | Add 2 Sips of Absolut Elyx or House Bubbles, 125
- Caviar and Chips 59
- 1oz Paddlefish Caviar, Rustic Potato Chips, Crème Fraîche, Chives | Pair with Two Glasses of Veuve Clicquot, 99
Seafood Towers
- 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 Tails, Seasonal Ceviche
Conservas
- Jose Gourmet Spiced Calamari 23
- Ragout Sauce
- Jose Gourmet Sardines 17
- Tomato Sauce
- Ati Manel Octopus 17
- Garlic Sauce
- Ati Manel Spiced Mussels 16
- Pickle Sauce
- Ati Manel Spiced Tuna Fillets 22
- Olive Oil
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.