From Our Kitchens To You
A dynamic culinary workspace and creative hub that empowers local food entrepreneurs to create and deliver locally made products to the community.
Menus for Everyone
The Hive welcomes friends, neighbors, islanders, visitors and guests into the warmth of the building at 5 Amelia Drive. Each Maker working in the six commercial kitchens brings their own story, inspirations, and flavors to the table. Please visit or shop our variety of menus today.
What's Happening at The Hive
Go home with a Product
The Hive sells many of the delicious food products made on the premises. Stop by to see what's available.
Let's Eat
The Hive hosts a variety of pop-up events throughout the year featuring sweet and savory creations made by our Makers in the six commercial kitchens. From special dinners to tastings and workshops, there are plenty of opportunities to sample what's cooking.
Celebrate your next birthday at The Hive! Our Makers can help with everything from food and desserts to decorations and special touches. Looking for a more hands-on experience? Consider a cookie decorating party or another interactive workshop for kids and adults alike. Visit our Makers page for inspiration and ideas.
Strengthening Nantucket's local food economy by providing food entrepreneurs with professional kitchen space, mentorship and a platform to bring their products to the community while building meaningful connections between Makers, farmers and neighbors.
Who We Serve
We're creating a shared space where local Makers build viable businesses, small farmers find reliable partners and the island community can access fresh, locally made meals and products year-round.
What We Offer
The Hive Experience
The Hive is not a restaurant, ghost kitchen or typical grab-and-go grocer. It's a shared living food ecosystem where Makers move in and out of the building, like a working colony at the center of the island. It's a space that allows Makers to create their offerings for the community in six commercial kitchens. Visitors can order meals in advance, buy a ticket for an event, or pick up goods at their convenience from our lockers or freezers.
Order Online (Available Soon!)
Ordering from The Hive couldn't be easier. Browse our selection of ready-to-enjoy items available in the pantry, or place an order in advance for hot, cold, or frozen prepared foods and pick them up conveniently from our food lockers. Be sure to check back regularly for specialty offerings, seasonal favorites, and holiday meal selections available throughout the year.
Meet Our Makers
Stop by and meet the Makers of The Hive. Get to know the talented community of Nantucket food entrepreneurs behind the fresh, inspired cuisine and artisanal products created in our kitchens. From prepared meals and baked goods to specialty pantry items, many of their offerings showcase the best of Nantucket's local harvest and culinary creativity.
Our Kitchens
The Hive is home to six state-of-the-art commercial kitchens equipped with professional-grade culinary equipment. Designed to support and strengthen Nantucket's local food economy, the facility also offers flexible meeting and event spaces, ample dry and cold storage, and modern business resources that help Makers grow, operate, and scale their food ventures.
Our Events
Join us for events at The Hive. From Maker Meals and hands-on culinary workshops to educational demonstrations, networking opportunities, and community gatherings, there's always something happening. Connect with local food entrepreneurs, island nonprofits, and industry experts through a variety of engaging programs. The Hive also hosts professional development workshops for entrepreneurs and offers flexible spaces for private events, meetings, and celebrations.
Our Commitment
The Hive exists to support the long-term vitality of Nantucket’s local food economy. Learn more about The Hive’s mission and our vision for the landscape of local food access on the island.
How It Works
The Hive has to-go ordering, catering, freezer pick-ups, and pantry items available. Take full advantage of all The Hive offers by following our step-by-step guide.
Step 1 Order
Place your order online or by phone.
Step 2 Preparation
When your order is ready, you'll receive a text message with pickup instructions.
Step 3 Head to the Hive
Enter through The Hive's designated pickup entrance and proceed to the food lockers. On the locker touchscreen, select 'Pickup My Order.' Then either scan the QR code from your text message or enter the pickup code provided.
Step 4 Collect From Locker
Once your locker door opens, collect your order and close the door behind you. Enjoy!
