Whether you're craving a chic spot or a break from the scene, there's a restaurant for everyone in the Hamptons.
Trevor Tondro / Courtesy Baron's Cove
Baron's Cove
The draw at this Sag Harbor mainstay is the outdoor terrace and terrific rosé. baronscove.com.
Courtesy Bay Kitchen and Bar
Bay Kitchen Bar
The dock-to-table menu at this Springs haunt relies on local clammers, lobsterers, and fisheries. baykitchenbar.com.
Courtesy Crow's Nest
Crow's Nest
You’ll see an array of fabulous types—wealthy moms, surfers, and hipsters—mingling by the outdoor fire and down by Lake Montauk while they wait for a table. crowsnestmtk.com.
Courtesy Gurney's
Gurney's
Guests sip drinks on the Montauk beach—the only full-service shoreside resort in the Hamptons. gurneysmontauk.com.
Courtesy Navy Beach
Navy Beach
On a private beach in a calm bay, this relaxed Montauk eatery is ideal for a big family dinner. navybeach.com.
Courtesy Rumba
Rumba
This Hampton Bays boîte serves Caribbean-inspired dishes and colorful cocktails. The fish tacos and chips and guacamole are a must. rumbahamptonbays.com.
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Sunset Beach
People who take their boats to this Shelter Island spot for pricey margaritas seem to momentarily believe they’ve docked in St.-Tropez or Capri. sunsetbeachli.com.
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The Surf Lodge
There’s good music here, but Surf Lodge, in Montauk, can be slammed at night and certainly on weekends. Visitors crowd in for music on the deck at sunset. thesurflodge.com.
Courtesy Harbor Bistro
Harbor Bistro
A more affordable option for a nice dinner, this hidden gem in East Hampton’s Three Mile Harbor has a patio and balcony that faces the marina. harborbistro.net.
Courtesy Pridwin
Pridwin Inn
The Petry family has owned and managed this idyllic Shelter Island inn on the bay for two generations. It serves elegant yet rustic fare overlooking the sound. pridwin.com.
Courtesy Ram's Head Inn
Ram's Head Inn
This quaint Shelter Island hideout with a country aura would be a good setting for a romantic novel. There’s a rolling lawn, a gazebo for drinks, and dining both outside and near the fireplace inside. theramsheadinn.com.