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Same Place. Fresh Energy.

Same Place. Fresh Energy.

The Governor Bradford has been doing its thing in Provincetown for a long time. We’re not here to change that. We’re here to embrace and respect history. Keep it alive. Keep it loud. Keep it worth walking into.
Eat. Drink. Meet.

Eat. Drink. Meet.

Our goals are simple: comfort chic food, cold drinks poured intentionally, and a room that always feels like something’s happening.
Familiar Faces

Familiar Faces

The people running the Gov matter. These are folks who know Provincetown and how this place is supposed to feel.
Vince Bosely, General Manager

Vince Bosely, General Manager

With over 30 years in hospitality and deep ties to Provincetown, Vince brings a strong connection to the community and a real focus on service as the restaurant enters its next chapter.
M. Joe Johnston III, Director of Operations

M. Joe Johnston III, Director of Operations

Joe oversees operations for the partnership, with more than 21 years of restaurant management experience, much of it in Provincetown. His approach is steady, focused, and grounded in doing things the right way.
We’re Here Year-Round

We’re Here Year-Round

Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, you’re welcome at the Gov. Lunch, dinner, late nights, karaoke, questionable decisions. Here for the busy season and here when things quiet down. Same Gov. You just might stay longer than you planned.