Guidebook for East Hampton
Food Scene
A solid overall choice when you don’t really know what you want, but know that you want it with a nice cocktail or glass of wine. Mostly Italian, but they also have burgers and seafood.
73 locals recommend
Cittanuova
29 Newtown LnA solid overall choice when you don’t really know what you want, but know that you want it with a nice cocktail or glass of wine. Mostly Italian, but they also have burgers and seafood.
Delicious, almost entirely authentic Mexican food at reasonable prices.
63 locals recommend
La Fondita
74 Montauk HwyDelicious, almost entirely authentic Mexican food at reasonable prices.
The Maidstone
207 Main St
Nick & Toni's
136 N Main StOld-school Hamptons power dining at its finest.
Moby's
295 Three Mile Harbor Hog Creek RdGreat spot for seafood, cocktails, outdoor dining and people watching.
Delicious East Indian dhosas, uttapams and thalis. A favorite of local vegan Paul McCartney.
69 locals recommend
Hampton Chutney Co.
107 Amagansett SquareDelicious East Indian dhosas, uttapams and thalis. A favorite of local vegan Paul McCartney.
Specializing in fried chicken, they also offer a full array of deli-style sandwiches, salads and snacks.
11 locals recommend
Brent's General Store
8 Montauk HwySpecializing in fried chicken, they also offer a full array of deli-style sandwiches, salads and snacks.
Legendary, historical spot for sandwiches, breakfast specials, coffee and groceries.
87 locals recommend
Springs General Store
29 Old Stone HwyLegendary, historical spot for sandwiches, breakfast specials, coffee and groceries.
Fresh, locavore menu accompanied by Wolffer’s local wines and a full bar.
29 locals recommend
Wölffer Kitchen Amagansett
4 Amagansett SquareFresh, locavore menu accompanied by Wolffer’s local wines and a full bar.
NYC export with excellent Java choices and a small breakfast menu.
61 locals recommend
Jack’s Stir Brew Coffee
146 Montauk HwyNYC export with excellent Java choices and a small breakfast menu.
Not as good as a real NYC bagel, but the only decent option in town.
29 locals recommend
Goldbergs Famous Bagels
100 Pantigo PlNot as good as a real NYC bagel, but the only decent option in town.
Divine artisanal sandwiches, salads and pastries. Try anything with pickle bread!
51 locals recommend
Carissa's the Bakery
68 Newtown LnDivine artisanal sandwiches, salads and pastries. Try anything with pickle bread!
Levain Bakery - Wainscott
354 Montauk HwyCookies and pastries that will make you an addict.
Old-school Italian deli with hearty sandwiches, delicious soups and prepared pastas.
12 locals recommend
Villa Italian Specialties
7 Railroad AveOld-school Italian deli with hearty sandwiches, delicious soups and prepared pastas.
Drinks & Nightlife
The Stephen Talkhouse
161 Main StLocal favorites year-round. Marquee acts in summer.
The Huntting Inn
94 Main StGreat bar off the lobby serves the full Palm steakhouse menu. Huge martini pours.
Bostwick's on the Harbor
39 Gann RoadGorgeous sunset views with a summery cocktail menu.
Parks & Nature
Maidstone Park
Maidstone Park Road SouthLouse Point Town Beach
112 Louse Point RdDitch Plains Beach
18 Ditch Plains RdWiborg Beach
Highway Behind the PondEgypt Beach
Old Beach LaneCamp Hero State Park
Indian Wells Beach
Indian Wells HighwaySightseeing
Gerard Drive
Gerard DriveMontauk Point Lighthouse
2000 Montauk HwyShopping
King Kullen
6233 NY-25AOpen 24 Hours. Stock up on your way into town.
Cirillos Markets Amagansett IGA
511 Montauk HwyBest option after King Kullen.
Beware of the maniacal owner. Hilarious but erratic. Likes to sip from his own stash throughout the day. But also likely to give you a free shot and a sample of his spicy crab dip.
6 locals recommend
Amagansett Seafood Store
517 Montauk HwyBeware of the maniacal owner. Hilarious but erratic. Likes to sip from his own stash throughout the day. But also likely to give you a free shot and a sample of his spicy crab dip.
Funky location behind a house on a quiet side street, but they have great fish and all the provisions you need for an elegant meal.
32 locals recommend
Stuart Seafood Market Ltd
41 Oak LnFunky location behind a house on a quiet side street, but they have great fish and all the provisions you need for an elegant meal.
Round Swamp Farm
184 County Rd 40All delicious—and insanely expensive.
Balsam Farm Stand
293 Town LnGreat produce and local prepared foods.
Wonderful collective of local farmers and artisanal food purveyors.
46 locals recommend
Amber Waves Farm Market & Kitchen
367 Main StWonderful collective of local farmers and artisanal food purveyors.
Arts & Culture
Sag Harbor Whaling and Historical Museum
200 Main StDeep look at the Montaukett branch of the Narragansett people, the East End’s first residents.
Montauk Indian Museum
12-24 2nd House RdDeep look at the Montaukett branch of the Narragansett people, the East End’s first residents.
Parrish Art Museum
279 Montauk HwyReliably interesting mix of East End and modernist artists.