the Hamptons  

EAT

Candy Kitchen - Classic diner in Bridgehampton, great for breakfast or an ice cream cone

*Carissa’s - Beautiful bakery, breakfast + lunch spot with several locations (original on Pantigo Road in Amagansett is favorite)

Crow’s Nest - Gorgeous waterfront spot in Montauk serving mediterranean; Go very early (weekdays) and grab a drink by the bay while you wait for a table

*Dockhouse - Personal favorite lobster roll from a tiny shack in Sag Habor

Doubles Amagansett - Good, casual restaurant in Amagansett Square

Dopo La Spiaggia - Nice Italian spot in Sag Harbor

*Duryea’s - Delicious seafood on the water in both Montauk and Orient Point; $$ but the best special occasion spot (very popular so weekdays are best)

Estia’s Little Kitchen - Great breakfast (leans mexican, think breakfast burritos) on road to Sag Harbor with charming garden with seating

*Goldberg’s Bagel - Some of the best bagels in New York, with locations throughout the Hamptons

*Hampton Chutney - Favorite (casual) lunch in East Hampton town, specializing in Dosas (thin GF crepe-like material with fillings and chutneys)

Happy Bowls - Açai bowls and smoothies in Bridgehampton + Montauk

La Fondita - Original to-go Mexican in Amagansett that I’ve always enjoyed

Le Bilbouquet - Special occasion lunch in Sag Harbor

Markets & Groceries - The best thing way to eat is to buy local groceries and cook, some market reccs:

  • Cavaniola’s Gourmet - Cute cheese shop in Amagansett Square

  • Citarella - Locations in each town; good for meat, fish, and essentials although $$$

  • Clamman - Great local fish monger in Southampton

  • Farmer’s Markets - Favorites are Pike’s (Bridgehampton), Balsam (Amagansett), *Amber Waves (Amagansett), Hanks (Southampton), Serene Green ( Sag Habor)

  • Provisions - Great smoothies and to-go bites in Sag Harbor

  • Round Swamp Farm - Delicious prepared food and farm stand with locations in Bridgehampton + East Hampton ($$$)

  • Seafood Shop - Fish shop in Wainscott (near Southampton)

  • Stop & Shop - Essentials

*Moby’s - Favorite dinner spot in all of the Hamptons. Grab a res, go early and stay late (late for them is midnight)! Bar and outdoor scene is fun

Rosies’s - Cute breakfast or lunch spot in Amagansett town

Sean’s Place - Sandwiches in Southampton

*Sunset Beach - Worth the adventure for an afternoon at this special, European-style restaurant on the bay in Shelter Island (5 minute ferry from Sag Harbor + ~10 minute drive)

Sushi Zuki - Hamptons classic for sushi in Watermill

*The Clam Bar - Casual, quintessential seafood spot in between Amagansett and Montauk.

Tutto iI Giornio - Trendy Italian spot with locations in Sag Harbor + Southampton

1770 House - Cozy winter spot in East Hampton

DRINKS

American Bar - Fun for a drink pre- or post- walk through Sag Harbor Town

Moby’s - If you don’t make it for a meal, grab drinks at the bar or fire pit pre- or post-dinner

Stephen Talkhouse - Leans younger crowd but fun spot for live music. Go on early side to avoid line and be prepared for a hefty cover charge!

Surf Lodge - Book a table for late lunch or early dinner and hit the dance floor after

Navy Beach - Beachfront dining and drinks spot good for all ages

Ruschmeyer's - Drinks by a fire pit with picnic tables and a club for dancing

SEE

Amagansett - Charming town with the best shopping and bites, stroll through their main street + square

Beach - Most require a permit but you can park at East Hampton Main Beach (preferred) and Coopers in South Hampton for a fee; Park on the highway for Napeague Beach (past Amagansett) or Road D Beach on Meadow Lane (very South, Southampton) for spots without a fee. Morning and golden hour beach walks are my favorite!

Bridgehampton - Cute town for a stroll

Dan Flavin Institute - Quick art stop off main road in Bridgehampton

East Hampton Town - Cute but a bit overrun with luxury shops (Hampton Chutney & Carissa’s are worth a food stop)

LongHouse Reserve - Sculpture and outdoor art in a beautiful garden in East Hampton

Montauk Lighthouse - Quintessential lighthouse on Montauk point

Sag Harbor - Cute town on the bay, worthy of a stroll for shopping, coffee and/or a meal (opening Sag Harbor Tavern in 2024 by people behind Red Hook Tavern in NYC!)

Parrish Art Museum - Fun activity for a rainy day

*Wölffer Estate Wine Stand - Beautiful spot for happy hour and sunset drinks overlooking the vineyard. (Note: The Stand right off the road is much more casual/walk in vs the vineyard which is more formal but also fun place to spend the afternoon)