Bridgeman's

Not since Paragon Park shut down has Nantasket Beach seen such an attraction. Nearly every night, the locals line up for the energetic scene at the long, sleek bars; for the genteel, white-linen dining area; and, natch, for the Italian-inspired fixings of chef Paul Wahlberg. Spicy penne in a sweet sausage tomato sauce that's redolent of basil; delicious fried clams; silky, saffron-laced carrot soup—it's all delivered by an unassuming but knowledgeable staff and enjoyed with a view of the frothy Atlantic Ocean.