Open in February
The off-season heroes still serving when the parking lots are empty.
The American Hotel
Sag Harbor · American
Time-warp Main Street classic with one of the deepest wine lists on the East Coast. Also a hotel (8 rooms) and late-night bar.
1770 House
East Hampton · American
Inn dining room with crackling fireplace and one of the best off-season tables on the East End.
Round Swamp Farm
East Hampton · American
The farm stand that became a Hamptons institution. Prepared foods, baked goods, no apologies on price.
Sag Pizza
Sag Harbor · Pizza
Wood-fired pies, salads, year-round pizza answer. Take a slice down to the wharf.
Sip'n Soda
Southampton · American
Soda fountain since 1958. Egg creams, grilled cheese, time travel.
Carissa's The Bakery
East Hampton · Bakery
Sourdough, miche, and the best chocolate chip cookie east of the canal.
Buddhaberry
Sag Harbor · Dessert
Frozen yogurt the kids will demand at least once. Bring cash, take the long line.
Shagwong Tavern
Montauk · American
Since 1927. Burgers, fish, and the only tavern in Montauk that feels exactly the same in February.
Hampton Chutney Co.
East Hampton · Indian
Dosas on Newtown Lane, in the heart of East Hampton village. South Indian‑inspired since 1997, vegetarian-friendly, criminally underrated.
Cavaniola's Gourmet
Sag Harbor · Cheese Shop
Cheese shop with a wine bar tucked behind. Build a board, stay for a glass.
75 Main
Southampton · American
Main Street mainstay since 2010, contemporary American; open every day, 8am to midnight.
Monte's at the Manor
Montauk · Italian
Edgemere Street Italian serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Inlet Seafood Restaurant
Montauk · Seafood
East Lake Drive restaurant built by six Montauk fishermen over their own dock — no reservations, just drop in.
Bridgehampton Candy Kitchen
Bridgehampton · American
2391 Montauk Hwy, Bridgehampton.
Canal Cafe
Hampton Bays · Seafood
Shinnecock Canal seafood — first come, first served, no reservations; closed Tuesdays.
Margarita Grille
Westhampton Beach · Mexican
Main Street Mexican grill, open all year, seven days; off-season closes an hour earlier.
Sakura House
Quogue · Japanese
East Quogue Japanese kitchen and sushi bar; closed Mondays.
The Chequit
Shelter Island · American
23 Grand Ave, Shelter Island.
Claudio's Tavern & Grill
Greenport · American
Greenport's waterfront raw bar: oysters, lobster rolls and coastal plates on the Main Street dock, with live music and late-night DJs in season.







