Restaurants in The Hamptons
Restaurants in the super-fashionable South Fork come and go pretty quickly; stay up-to-date by picking up the ubiquitous Dan's Papers. Three upscale, celeb faves that have stood the test of time are Nick & Toni's, 136 North Main St., East Hampton (tel. 631/324-3550); Della Femina, 99 North Main St., East Hampton (tel. 631/329-6666); and Mirko's, Water Mill Sq., Water Mill (tel. 631/726-4444). Keep in mind that reservations at many of these and other see-and-be-seen dining establishments can be very hard to come by, unless you know someone. But give it a try -- the economic slowdown might mean you'll get lucky.
For top-quality Thai, try Phao Thai Kitchen, 29 Main St., Sag Harbor (tel. 631/725-0101), which reopened in 2009 after a seven-year hiatus. Turtle Crossing, 221 Pantigo Rd., East Hampton (tel. 631/324-7166), serves up satisfying Southwestern fare and barbecue. In Montauk, head straight to Inlet Seafood, 541 East Lake Dr. (tel. 631/668-4272), owned by six local green-minded fishermen, or Duryea's Lobster Deck, 65 Tuthill Rd. (tel. 631/668-2410), for views and amazingly fresh seafood.
Roadside Eatin' -- No trip to the East End is complete without a stop at the roadside mainstay Lobster Roll, 1980 Montauk Hwy., Amagansett (tel. 631/267-3740), otherwise known as "Lunch." Load up on rich lobster bisque, crab cakes, or their signature lobster roll. Down the road a piece, you'll find another much-loved clam shack, Cyril's Fish House, 2167 Montauk Hwy. (tel. 631/267-7993), serving Caribbean-inflected seafood and colorful tropical drinks. At the aptly named Clam Bar, 2025 Montauk Hwy. (tel. 631/267-6348), grab a stool at the outdoor bar and suck down briny clams and oysters, straight-from-the-sea fish and chips, or their famous tuna bits.
Dress Code -- While you'll always find the well dressed (and well heeled) in Hamptons restaurants, you won't feel out of place in casual attire unless you're dining at a very formal place like East Hampton's The Palm (an outpost of the NYC steakhouse). Servers at celebrity hangout Almond, and at The Laundry, are clad in blue jeans.
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18 Bay Restaurant
This relative newcomer to the Shelter Island restaurant scene, named for the location where the two owners met, is ensconced comfortably in a 1893 farmhouse that was originally the island's first post office and general store. There's nothing…$$$Around town - New Seafood
Blue Canoe Oyster Bar & Grill
If you've taken the ferry to Greenport, you've driven by The Blue Canoe Oyster Bar & Grill—formerly The Chowder Pub—at its perfect perch at the foot of the harbor. New owners, of Shelter Island's Vine Street fame, revitalized the space in 2013, keeping all that was right with it,…$$Around town - Italian
Citta Nuova
With its decidedly contemporary Italian flair, Citta Nuova is situated right in the center of East Hampton's shopping district—but if you squint, you can see the Vespas lined up outside and the trendsetters of Milan canoodling inside. Crisp, modern, and energetic, this northern…$$Around town - Seafood
Duryea Lobster Deck
If you are looking for an unadulterated seaside experience, where freshness is more essential than table amenities, take a ride along Fort Pond Bay to Duryea's Lobster Deck, where whole steamed lobsters reign supreme. Refreshingly, there’s little between you, the corn on the cob,…$$Around town - American
East Hampton Grill
Commanding attention and a regular return visit is the recent incarnation of this long-standing dining spot. Featuring classic American favorites executed to perfection, East Hampton Grill has quickly become the go-to restaurant for special occasions and evenings out. The spacious,…$$Around town - Greek
Hellenic Restaurant
It would be a mistake to overlook this roadside destination on your way to and from Greenport. The Hellenic Restaurant in East Marion fronts scenic Route 25 on the North Fork of Long Island, though you may have to check your GPS to confirm you have not landed on the Greek Isles once…$$Around town - American Pub Fare
Indian Wells Tavern
A welcome addition to Amagansett's Main Street is the pub-inspired Indian Wells Tavern, featuring a user-friendly menu of casual regional favorites and bar menu classics. The renovated space features exposed brick walls, roomy tavern booths, and a pressed-tin ceiling punctuated with…$$Around town - Burgers
L.T. Burger
Building off the massive success of his New York City burger joints of the same name, Chef Laurent Tourondel has reimagined the classic burger joint on Sag Harbor's main street. The subway-tiled, retro-inspired LT Burger is lively day or night, dishing up sweet potato fries, five…$$Around town - New American
Navy Beach
Perched at the belly of Fort Pond Bay, Navy Beach derives its inspiration from the former Navy launch that kept watch at this unexpected vista that offers some of the most spectacular sunsets in Montauk. This relatively new restaurant incorporates Asian-inspired seafood and Southern…$$Around town - Italian
Nick & Toni's
You'll feel as if you're stepping into the Tuscan countryside when you enter this standard bearer for contemporary Italian dishes located at the edge of East Hampton Village. A large wood-burning oven takes center stage at Nick & Toni's, which features three dining rooms, each of…$$$Around town - New American/Seafood
Noah’s
When opportunity knocked in 2009, young chef Noah Schwartz returned home to follow his culinary dreams after working for seven years in California's wine country. The Long Island native nabbed a prime Front Street restaurant spot across from Greenport's lively waterfront. Inventive…$$Around town - French
Red Bar Brasserie
Don't let the overflowing parking scare you away from snagging a table at Red Bar Brasserie—this hot spot in Southampton Village is long on service and inspiration taken from contemporary French cuisine. The main dining room is large and brimming with energy on summer nights as…$$$Around town - Gastropub
The Cuddy
The newest addition to Sag Harbor's restaurant row is a welcome arrival that takes its inspiration from the cuddy of a ship, the space protected from the elements that provides a safe haven. In sunshine or shower, The Cuddy's warm, relaxed style helps you set your worries aside as…$$Around town - Seafood
The Lobster Roll
Set your sights on the iconic "Lunch" sign that beckons you from along the Napeague Stretch on your way to Montauk, and you know that you have come across the quintessential seaside fish shack, which has weathered the tides for over forty decades in Amagansett. Delivering on a…$$Around town - Contemporary American
The Meeting House
This handsomely appointed contemporary "American comfort" restaurant is the heartbeat of Amagansett Square just off Main Street. The handsome, substantial mahogany dining bar is a centerpiece to the gathering room vibe that permeates the experience here. A well-honed pub menu…$$$Around town - New Italian
Tutto Il Giorno
With two locations on the East End, Tutto Il Giorno continues to attract the trendy set at its Sag Harbor and Southampton (56 Nugent St.) trattorias. Intimate and seasonally inspired, this Italian restaurant balances robust meat dishes with delicately prepared fish and pasta…$$$Around town
