A chocolate shop. A restaurant. A women’s boutique. A luxury clothing store and a snack store.
These are five new businesses visitors can expect to see this summer on Nantucket, according to Leary Public Relations, an agency that represents NIR Retail. The new additions make 95 local businesses that encompass NIR Retail, a New England Development company, that leases business on some of the most popular streets on the island.
Another chocolate shop will open on the island, in addition to Aunt Leah’s Fudge. What would Cape Cod dining be without seafood? A new seafood restaurant will join the island’s thriving dining scene.
Hundred-dollar luxury brand items are coming to the island, adding to NIR retail’s long line of clothing stores which include: Salt, Native and Patina.
“[Nantucket’s] world-class shops, restaurants, hotels, exquisite art galleries and seaside beauty have made Nantucket one of the most popular resort destinations for vacationers from around the globe,” NIR Retail wrote on its website. “For many, the island’s events and celebrations are an annual must-see.”
Learn more about five new stores
Cou Boutique is a women’s boutique that recently opened offering jewelry and “ready to go” wear. The boutique has a commitment to “kind luxury,” which emphasizes style with ethical practices, according to its website.
Faraway Chocolate opened on Nantucket in the spring.Christie Kozak
Nantucket Faraway Chocolate, which is already open, specializes in “bean-to-bar” artistry by Chef Andre Marrero. In the “bean-to-bar” process, a chocolate manufacturer controls the creation of the chocolate from the processing of the cacao bean to the finishing of the chocolate bar, according to the shop’s website.
Snackle opened on Nantucket in the spring.Christie Kozak
Snackle is a “quick serve shop” that sells a range of snacks from salads and fruit and veggie cups to treats such as warm Belgian chocolate-covered strawberries, cake, and cheesecake slices, according to its website. Snackle, which has already opened, is located next to the Hy-Line Ferry.
Straight Wharf Fish is a local, sustainable fish market and a clam shack located under one roof. Takeout food is also available. The restaurant is set to be opened in June, according to the press release.
The Atelier by isobel & cleo, is a clothing store that features its knitwear brand and small, independent luxury brands from the United States and Paris, according to its website. The shop also offers womenswear, accessories and ethically and sustainably produced home accents. The store is set to open by early-mid June, according to the press release.
