Carlos Gomes Teles Filho’s liquor license application for his new restaurant, Seagrass Bar and Grill, in the former Sharky’s Cantina on Upper Main street was recently approved by the Edgartown select board. The new establishment is set to feature a sports bar and arcade games on the former site of a Brazilian bakery, with the bar and restaurant occupying the former Sharky’s space. During the board meeting, Mr. Teles discussed his plans to offer a menu consisting of pub food like burgers, pizza, and seafood at the new restaurant. However, he did not provide a specific opening date for Seagrass Bar and Grill.
The renovation work at the location has been ongoing for several months following the closure of Sharky’s Cantina in 2022 due to lease issues. In addition to his new venture, Mr. Teles also owns a landscaping company and two other dining establishments on Martha’s Vineyard – Square Rigger in Edgartown and Nina’s Dine and Dash in Vineyard Haven. Despite being unavailable for comment after the meeting, the new restaurant owner received positive feedback from the select board members who voted in favor of the establishment.
Board member Margaret Serpa expressed her support for the new restaurant, commenting on the revitalization of the space and expressing confidence in its success moving forward. Following the vote, Mr. Smadbeck wished Mr. Teles good luck with his new endeavor, to which the restaurateur responded with a light-hearted remark about needing all
