We love Cooke's. It's a must do when on the cape. The fried clams are the best. They have fabulous lobster tacos. So much lobster for the price. We also love their onion rings.

If it's been years since you've been to Cooke's, it's time to return, Hell they outlasted the Christmas Tree Shop (( RIP )) and there is a reason. Though I'm sad to report that they no longer use the little microphones with the long, bendable mic stands to call your number both inside and outside - the service was personable, kind and just as efficient; we had no problem hearing them call number 7 , even without the mics. They make a bold claim on their sign, "voted the cape's best clams by Cape Cod Magazine" ( also RIP) and as a seasoned clam connoisseur myself, i can say that actually might be true. the whole belly clams were fresh and delicious and the batter was light and fried to perfection - exactly the way it should be. the portion was generous and the price is very reasonable. I appreciated the vegetarian options and the low-key greek diner vibes, like a great greek salad with homemade dressing and baklava. pitchers of draft beer, milkshakes and fountain soda's round what now feels like a vintage cape cod classic. my only suggestion, since they still have those ceiling mounted speakers outside from the bendy microphone days, i don't think anyone would be mad about a little yacht rock on the patio ; )

Stopped in for a bite and to sit inside an AC restaurant. Cooke's was great. Staff was friendly and the food was delicious!

I am picky about most food. I really enjoyed Cooke's cold lobster roll. It was really good, had nice flavour, and was more affordable than most places in the lower Cape. I am not an onion ring person but their onion rings were fried very nicely. By the end of my meal, I was sad there wasn't more but happy to have had it. They do have a jumbo lobster roll which I am curious how large it truly is but I bet it's just as delicious. The service is quick and the food comes out pretty soon after ordering. They do have options to buy alcoholic drinks and sodas. There are seats available if you want to eat inside or you could take it to-go. It's casual and no frills. I would go back. :)

Not a whole lot to say about Cooke's but it's a high-profile lobster roll place on Cape Cod, perhaps my preferred new one. While prices have gotten too high in my opinion in the lower Cape where we vacation, for these days it's okay in Orleans for whatever reason. The food comes out pretty quickly I found. You get what you want with a great amount of flavorful lobster meat which is how it should be. The onion rings are also noteworthy and should absolutely be tried!

Cooke's Seafood in Orleans has the most delicious seafood on Cape Cod. We've been eating at this gem of a restaurant for over 40 years. The food is consistently delicious, fresh, plentiful and never greasy. The fried seafood platter is my favorite & I usually split my order with someone. Onion rings are divine - light and delicious. We've been fortunate to have dined here with multiple generations - snd there is something delicious for everyone. The food is great. The fried seafood offerings are divine.

Good seafood spot in Cape Cod. Stopped by here for lunch. Got the hot lobster roll, fish and chips and clam chowder. The lobster roll was quite good though not hot. The fish and chips and clam chowder were pretty good. Service and ambiance was good. They have wine and beer to choose from and plenty of parking outside.

The seafood is DELICIOUS. I have childhood memories from family vacations in Cape Cod patiently waiting in line at Cooke's for their fried seafood goodness. I visited from NYC recently and the food is as tasty as I remembered all those years ago. The calamari was well seasoned and light. My friend had the fried shrimp and she tore her food up. Things to keep in mind: The salads are really big. Two people can easily share one of order of it. The service was also great. When we entered, we were greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. The staff were professional and polite. There is a parking lot and indoor and outdoor seating available. After eating here we walked across the street to Ice Cream Cafe for vegan ice cream.