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Read More1770 House
The 1770 House reopened in 2002, and its restaurant has remained a local favorite among Hamptonites. Chef Michael Rozzi is in charge and his New American menu (dishes include Hudson Valley foie gras, pan seared Montauk diver sea scallops and...
Courtesy Eric StrifflerRead MoreArbor
This casual-chic eatery off the beaten path serves cocktails and classic fare including burgers, pasta, seafood, flatbread pizza and steak.
Read MoreBaron’s Cove
The restaurant at the popular Baron’s Cove Hotel serves all-American breakfast, lunch and dinner with locally-sourced ingredients. Perched on the second floor of the building and featuring an outdoor terrace, the restaurant boasts beautiful views of Sag Harbor Cove.
Read MoreBobby Vans
Before Bobby Vans became a favorite chain servicing the bankers of Manhattan, the original location in Bridgehampton was a 1970s hangout for writers, poets and artists. The old classic is still cool, and scoring a Saturday night table earns bragging...
Read MoreBreadzilla
This Wainscott bakery is a go-to for everything from freshly baked treats to delicious prepared foods and creative made-to-order sandwiches. The granola is a must-have (and a gluten-free version is also available).
Courtesy Doug YoungRead MoreCalissa
This Mediterranean eatery in Water Mill brings the spirit of Mykonos to the Hamptons with ingredients like savory louza, black eyed peas, fava and rocket flavoring family-style dishes served inside a breezy, minimalist interior. Stick around after dinner for a...
Read MoreClam Bar at Napeague
The Clam Bar is an iconic seafood shack on the long stretch of highway between Amagansett and Montauk. Clam Bar has a daily rotation of specials that reflect the days catch. Perfect for Sunday dinner before heading back into New...
Read MoreCove Hollow Tavern
The owners of Vine Street Café and market on Shelter Island opened this East Hampton outpost serving seafood and steak with Mediterranean and French influences.
Read MoreCrow’s Nest
The Crow’s Nest restaurant, located in the boutique hotel of the same name, is one of the best-kept secrets of the Hamptons. The charming spot, which feels quintessentially New England with rustic décor and water views, is open seasonally and...
Read MoreDock House
This popular take-out seafood joint sits right in the marina of Sag Harbor, with great views of the boats and busy town scene, especially in the summer. You can’t be shy when fighting the masses (mostly of other impatient New...
Courtesy Eric StrifflerRead MoreDopo La Spiaggia
This cozy Italian restaurant, formerly named Tutto Il Giorno and run by Donna Karan's daughter Gabby Karan de Felice, is the perfect spot for an intimate dinner. The 38-seat place with a patio does not take reservations, and dishes like light...
Photos by Trey Ross, courtesy IndgareRead MoreDuryea’s Montauk
Duryea’s Montauk is about as quintessentially Montauk as you can get—gargantuan lobster Cobb salads washed down with magnum rosé bottles, served from a waterfront shack and enjoyed on a boat dock-turned-deck. It's the casual-chic marriage that defines Montauk as a...
Read MoreElaia Estiatorio
This chic-casual Bridgehampton restaurant brings Greek dining to the Hamptons with its simple, beautifully-plated dishes and selection of Greek wines.
Read MoreEstia’s Little Kitchen
Everything is super fresh at the “Little Kitchen” as much of the produce is grown right outside in the on-site garden. There’s only eight table (and a counter) though fans don’t mind in waiting in line for the apple pancakes,...
Read MoreFresno
Eight Fresno Place, which used to house the Southwestern joint Santa Fe Junction, got a sleek new makeover in 2004, when it was taken over by David Loewenberg, a co-owner of both the Beacon in Sag Harbor and Southampton’s Red...
Read MoreHampton Chutney Co.
The perfect place for a quick breakfast or lunch or snack on the go, this casual eatery serves up delicious dosas (Indian sourdough crêpes) stuffed with fresh ingredients. Their not-to-be-missed homemade chutneys can be purchased to enjoy at home—the cilantro...
Read MoreHarvest on Fort Pond
Harvest on Fort Pond has long been a crowd pleaser in Montauk not only for its wonderful outdoor space but for its consistently stellar Mediterranean fare. Ingredients are, of course, sourced locally and the restaurant’s outdoor seating is surrounded by...
Read MoreHighway Restaurant and Bar
This aptly named restaurant is located right off the highway in East Hampton, but don't let its less-than-charming setting deter you. Highway boasts chic, airy interiors with thoughtful accents like a cozy fireplace and black-and-photography by Pamela Hanson. The menu...
Read MoreJuice Press
This tiny Hamptons outpost of the New York City chain stocks pre-made bottled juices, smoothies and healthy snacks for those in need of their daily green fix.
Read MoreLa Fondita
From the same owners as Nick and Toni’s, La Fondita is a casual taco stand off of Montauk Highway in Amagansett. It’s perfect for a quick snack or a casual dinner, and customers order in the main building and then...
Read MoreLe Bilboquet
The elite New York City bistro has opened a Hamptons outpost on the dock in Sag Harbor, serving French cuisine and the restaurant's famous Cajun chicken. Reservations are required for this chic spot.
Read MoreLe Charlot
Opened in May 2015, this Hamptons outpost of the Upper East Side mainstay was a welcome addition to the dining scene in Southampton. The food is hit-or-miss, but the atmosphere makes a visit worth it. Grab a table outside and...
Courtesy of LT BurgerRead MoreLT Burger
Laurent Tourondel (of BLT fame) has outdone himself at LT Burger with burgers of a wide and gourmet variety, including a spiced tuna burger. Consider lunch instead of dinner.
Courtesy Eric StrifflerRead MoreLulu Kitchen & Bar
From the owner of Duryea’s Lobster Deck in Montauk comes this Sag Harbor eatery with a focus on wood-fired flavors. With a raw bar, seafood selections and farm-fresh vegetables, the restaurant offers casual seating towards the front and more formal...
Read MoreLunch (Lobster Roll)
Lunch is an iconic seafood shack on the long stretch of highway between Amagansett and Montauk known best for its lobster rolls. Perfect for Sunday dinner before heading back into New York City or a casual lunch on the way...
Read MoreNavy Beach
Because beach lovers needed an alternative to the Surf Lodge —and if you arrive by boat, you are given a free bottle of rosé. Navy Beach is the perfect option for a lazy Sunday bunch or sunset cocktails that melt...
Read MoreNick & Toni’s
Every chick-lit novel that takes place in the Hamptons mentions Nick & Toni’s, or more precisely, the protagonist’s attempts to score a table at this East Hampton institution. There’s a simplicity here though that you wouldn’t expect at the South...
Read MoreNorth Fork Table & Inn
Judging by the packed dining room at the North Fork Table & Inn, whose Gerry Hayden has been a James Beard nominee for the past three consecutive years, you’d think you were in downtown East Hampton on Labor Day Weekend....
Read MorePage
American bistro Page added a new chef, James Carpenter, in 2015, whose influence rapidly transformed the restaurant. The toque, legendary in the Hamptons dining scene, serves wildly popular appetizers including grilled Spanish octopus and vegetable spring rolls. The space is...
Read MorePalm Restaurant
The legendary steakhouse has always attracted celebs and bigwigs and the Hamptons’ outpost is no exception (Billy Joel’s been coming here since the 1980s). Located on the ground floor of the Huntting Inn, the lounge area feels like the library...
Read MorePierre’s
If Maya’s on St. Barth’s had a twin brother, it would be this little French bistro in Bridgehampton. The restaurant buzzes all summer long with a beautiful crowd and their celebrity friends. Its seasonal menu revolves around seafood and serves...
Read MoreRowdy Hall
Toni Ross, who opened Nick & Toni’s with her late husband Jeff Salaway (a.k.a Nick), also owns this casual little bistro where tables are easier to come by and the most popular item is fish and chips. There’s an extensive...
Read MoreRuschmeyer’s (Smile)
The restaurant at Ruschmeyer’s is overseen by chef Melia Marden and her team from the Smile in New York City in collaboration with Executive Chef Brian Loiacono. It emphasizes—naturally—super-fresh seafood, seasonal local ingredients and a wine list heavy on the...
Read MoreSant Ambroeus
Just like this Milanese establishment’s two NYC outposts (located on the Upper East Side and in the West Village), Sant Ambroeus in Southampton offers a wide variety of Italian specialties all under one roof. The front sells freshly baked breads...
Read MoreSen
Serving some of the best sushi in the Hamptons, Sen is an extremely popular Japanese restaurant that is equally well-known for its cuisine as for its celebrity patrons (noteworthy regulars include Kelly Ripa, Alec Baldwin and Paul McCartney). Although the...
Read MoreSerafina
A classic East Hampton experience, dining at Serafina is quaint and comfortable, but the energetic staff and well-rounded menu keep guests entertained. The airy dining room is lined with French doors that stay open during warmer months, and the vine-covered...
Courtesy of Showfish at Gurney's Star IslandRead MoreShowfish
Showfish, the centerpiece restaurant of Gurney’s Start Island Resort & Marina transforms the notion of farm-to-table into dock-to-dish. It's an exceptional restaurant that focuses its menu on the fresh and seasonal ingredients, the catch of the day and bold flavors.
Read MoreSouth Edison
Known as one of the best restaurants in Montauk, South Edison is located in town between the Montauk Highway and the ocean. It serves a great variety of seafood including oysters, fried belly clams, sashimi and fish—all sourced as locally as possible. ...
Read MoreStone Creek Inn
The story behind East Quogue’s Stone Creek Inn is a foodie fairytale. The head chef Christin Mir, who hails from southwest France, and his wife Elaine DiGiacomo met while working together at Tavern on the Green in New York City’s...
Read MoreSuki Zuki
Frequently tagged as the Hamptons best sushi spot, Watermill’s Suki Zuki has three chefs working behind the tiny restaurant’s long wooden counter: two handle sushi and sashimi orders while the other works the robata (a Japanese open-fire grill). The décor...
Read MoreSunset Beach
André Balazs’s brilliant beach café and hotel is one part St. Barth’s seaside restaurant and one part East Coast beach motel, and the mix of chic and simple is winning. Ever since it opened on a cove on Shelter Island,...
Read MoreSurf Lodge
The Surf Lodge restaurant was inspired by the natural beauty and history of Montauk. An organic, market-driven menu features seafood fresh off the fishing boats of Montauk Harbor and produce is taken directly from local farms around Long Island. The...
Read MoreThe American Hotel
Unlike some of the more cramped and crowded Hamptons hotspots, the American Hotel’s restaurant has four spacious dining rooms: the main, formal dining room where local legend Hunky Page plays piano; the more historic Victorian Drew Room (full of presidential...
Courtesy Jason PenneyRead MoreThe Beacon
Located above the Sag Harbor Cove Yacht Club and boasting a gorgeous view across Sag Harbor Bay from its outdoor terrace, The Beacon serves delicious and beautifully-plated dishes that fuse America, Mediterranean and Asian flavors.
Read MoreThe Candy Kitchen
A Hamptons icon, the Candy Kitchen is not a sweets shop but a retro luncheonette and soda fountain, where you can get pancakes and an omelet at any time of day. It’s a popular hangout spot for locals, celebrities (particularly...
