The Parrot occupies the spot on Hull Shore Drive that locals have claimed as their own for generations, overlooking Nantasket Beach from a building that’s been a South Shore institution under various names for decades. Chef Brian Houlihan revived it and elevated the menu — haddock piccata, Portuguese seafood stew, scratch-kitchen tacos — while keeping the beach bar DNA intact. The rooftop deck offers panoramic views of the Atlantic and multiple bars mean there’s rarely a wait. The blood orange margarita has built a loyal following among regulars who know better than to leave without ordering one. Boston is 45 minutes by car, 30 by ferry — making The Parrot an easy escape from the city and a natural anchor for a Nantasket Beach day.
