Business Details
Your Destination for Mediterranean Flavors in Nantucket
Lemon Press is a family-owned and women-led restaurant located in downtown Nantucket, dedicated to uniting people through thoughtfully prepared, healthy, and sustainable cuisine rooted in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern traditions. Since our founding, we have prioritized locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menus to reflect the island's bounty while honoring global culinary influences. Our team combines generations of hospitality experience with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences, whether through our daily breakfast and lunch service, evening dinner offerings, or our mobile food truck.We maintain rigorous standards for ingredient quality and preparation, ensuring every dish aligns with our commitment to sustainability and flavor. As active members of the Nantucket community, we strive to support local producers and artisans while providing exceptional service in a welcoming environment.
Services
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Food Truck
Wine Bar
Event Hosting
Merchandise
Takeout
Outdoor Dining
Highlights and features
- Family-owned establishment with 15+ years of combined hospitality experience
- Sustainably sourced ingredients from local Nantucket producers
- Seasonal menus featuring Mediterranean-Middle Eastern fusion cuisine
- Award-winning wine and cocktail program curated by certified sommeliers
- Community-focused business supporting local artisans and farmers
Services
Dinner Service
Our dinner service features seasonal Mediterranean-Middle Eastern fusion cuisine in an elegant setting. Guests enjoy multi-course meals with wine pairings and live entertainment during peak season. The menu changes quarterly to reflect local harvests and culinary traditions.
Food Truck
The Lemon Press food truck delivers our signature flavors to outdoor locations across Nantucket. Offering quick-service versions of our most popular dishes, including falafel, gyros, and specialty burgers with house-made sauces and fresh ingredients.
Catering
We provide full-service catering for private events and corporate functions. Our offerings include custom menus, on-site preparation, and professional service staff. Available for weddings, business meetings, and special celebrations across Nantucket.
Wine Bar
Our wine bar features an extensive selection of Mediterranean and international wines by the glass and bottle. Certified sommeliers curate seasonal lists with organic and sustainable options, complemented by expert pairings for our tasting menus.
Merchandise
The Shop Upstairs offers curated merchandise including branded apparel, home goods, and artisan products from local Nantucket makers. Items range from casual wear to specialty kitchenware that reflects our Mediterranean culinary heritage.
People
Darya Afshari Gault
Owner
Darya Afshari Gault brings 18 years of hospitality experience to Lemon Press, having previously managed fine dining establishments in Boston and New York. She oversees menu development and sustainability initiatives while maintaining relationships with local producers.
Rachel Afshari
Co-Owner / General Manager
Rachel Afshari manages daily operations and guest relations at Lemon Press. With a background in restaurant management and event planning, she ensures seamless service execution across all dining formats including catering and food truck operations.
Questions
What are Lemon Press's operating hours?
We serve breakfast and lunch Monday-Saturday 8am-4pm and Sunday 8am-2pm. Dinner service runs Thursday-Sunday 5:30pm-9pm through August 31st.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide full-service catering for events on and off Nantucket. Our team handles menu customization, equipment rental, staffing, and logistics coordination for private and corporate functions.
Is the food truck available year-round?
Our food truck operates seasonally from May through October, offering lunch and dinner service at various Nantucket locations. Check our website for current schedules and locations.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payment options through our POS system. Cash payments are also accepted at our physical locations.
Do you have vegetarian/vegan options?
Yes, our menu includes multiple plant-based dishes featuring house-made falafel, seasonal vegetables, and Mediterranean grains. Many menu items can be modified to accommodate dietary preferences.
Reviews (6)
Hannah Bramhall
Jan 31, 2022
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A must on the island! Great spot for a quick juice or smoothie to-go as well as a great sit down breakfast/lunch! Has a bar within so can also stop for a drink. The dcor is beautiful and gives the best vibe to start your day. Highly recommend this cute place right in the heart of downtown.
Margaret P.
Jan 19, 2022
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The ambience here sucks. It was so hot and Im convinced they had no air conditioning and purposely sat us 2 inches from the table next to us. They crammed tables into this place. Regarding the food, its good, I mean you get what you order and its nothing special. I liked the spread for the Persian breakfast I ordered, you dont usually see that on breakfast menus. Coffee was fine. The staff was VERY friendly and excited. Almost like too much. Like why are u so excited. But they were nice and I like this place its a good place in town to get breakfast. We didnt have to wait which
Cm G.
Nov 20, 2021
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Pleasantly surprised to find this veggie, juice, clean food restaurant on the island! Really, would be there everyday eating and drinking fresh pressed juices! Well organized, quick counter service, wish there were more tables in and out.
Billy Ruegger
Nov 12, 2021
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Great vegan breakfast options! I ordered the Power Move Bowl based on a servers recommendation and it was the best dish I have eaten in a while. I absolutely recommend eating here when you are in Nantucket.
Kae L.
Nov 01, 2021
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I went here twice. The food was delicious l as well as the smoothies. Everything was fresh and well seasoned.
Taking a star off because the staff seemed very aloof both days. The first day I went it was early, not busy at all but everyone working there seemed confused and were wandering around kind of lost. The second day I went it was busy and we sat at the bar. Even though they seemed to have a full staff, there was again a lot of lost looking staff members walking around but not getting much done to help the customers. I know it's COVID and staffing is tough but for the amount of people
Taking a star off because the staff seemed very aloof both days. The first day I went it was early, not busy at all but everyone working there seemed confused and were wandering around kind of lost. The second day I went it was busy and we sat at the bar. Even though they seemed to have a full staff, there was again a lot of lost looking staff members walking around but not getting much done to help the customers. I know it's COVID and staffing is tough but for the amount of people
Kristy Johnson
Oct 31, 2021
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A bit pricy ($4 for a cookie and $5 for a muffin), but soooo delicious). The matcha, zucchini, chocolate chip muffin was the perfect texture and quite tasty! I also loved the healing drink I ordered (with soy). I highly recommend!
