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2014 Best Bar, Cape Cod

The Beachcomber

When President John F. Kennedy established the Cape Cod National Seashore in 1961, he effectively curbed future development in the area. The preexisting Beachcomber, however—housed in an 1897 former lifesaving station—was allowed to keep one of the few commercial permits available on the Atlantic-facing coast. So the next time you’re slurping Wellfleets, enjoying live music, or sipping a piña colada at this popular spot, toast JFK for the special setting and views of the open ocean.

1120 Cahoon Hollow Rd., Wellfleet, 508-349-6055, thebeachcomber.com

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