DINING
AMAGANSETT CLAM BAR
This casual roadside surf shack is famous for fresh seafood dishes and refreshing summer cocktails. Pull off Montauk Highway when you see the yellow signs, and you’ve arrived at the ultimate spot for steamers. 2025 Montauk Hwy., 631-267-6348; clambaronline.com
HAMPTON CHUTNEY CO.
Isabel and Gary Macgurn have been bringing their delicious dosas to the East End since 1997. 6 Amagansett Sq., 631-267-3131; hamptonchutney.com
INDIAN WELLS TAVERN
This classic spot is a publike eatery with all-american fare that attracts a sports-loving crowd. 177 Main St., 631-267-0400; indianwellstavern.com
LA FONDITA
The Honest Man Group’s La Fondita serves traditional Mexican street food in an authentic outdoor fonda setting. INSIDER TIP: Before you leave, be sure to pick up bottles of the house- made hot sauces. 74 Montauk Hwy., 631-267-8800; lafondita.net
LOBSTER ROLL RESTAURANT
Open since the 1950s (and now famous as a location for scenes in the series The Affair), this roadside restaurant also goes by the name Lunch for its iconic neon sign. Lobster rolls, chowders, and by-the-pound lobsters are some of their timeless dishes. 1980 Montauk Hwy., 631-2673740; lobsterroll.com
SOTTO SOPRA
Authentic in its Northern Italian focus, Sotto Sopra attracts regulars like Blythe Danner, Cameron Diaz, and Naomi Watts. 231 Main St., 631-2673695; restaurantsottosopra.com
AQUEBOGUE IL GIARDINO
This North Fork restaurant brings authentic Italian cuisine to the beach, with the dishes crafted from seasonal ingredients bought from local farms. 739 Main Road, 631-779-3900; ilgiardinoaquebogue.com
BRIDGEHAMPTON ALMOND
This laid-back bistro is a go-to for the area’s A-list. Joining Executive Chef Jason Weiner is new chef de cuisine Jeremy Blutstein, formerly of East by Northeast in Montauk, who has vowed to continue supporting the community by using local products. 1 Ocean Road, 631-537-5665; almondnyc.com
BOBBY VAN’S STEAKHOUSE
This steakhouse boasts a colorful history, a notable clientele (including Howard Stern, Jimmy Fallon, and Bruce Springsteen), and a commitment to the cooking techniques perfected years ago by the fathers of New York’s steakhouse cuisine. Though its sister restaurant in NYC is celebrating its 48th anniversary this year, Bobby Van’s actually got its start in Bridgehampton. 2393 Montauk Hwy., 631-537-0590; bobbyvans.com
BRIDGEHAMPTON CANDY KITCHEN
A classic luncheonette and soda fountain known for small-town charm, diner favorites, and a loyal celeb crowd. 2391 Montauk Hwy., 631-537-9885
BRIDGEHAMPTON INN & RESTAURANT
The Bridgehampton Inn’s year-old restaurant by Loaves & Fishes continues the celebrated local food store’s tradition. 2266 Main St.,631-5373660; bridgehamptoninn.com
ELAIA ESTIATORIO
This Greek restaurant is the perfect homage to the native country of owner Sofia Crokos and her husband, Chris, who want diners to feel like they’re having Sunday dinner with family. 95 School St., 631-613-6469; elaiaestiatorio.com
PIERRE’S
At this Bridgehampton bistro, you’ll find beachy French fare and luxe St. Barths-inspired décor. INSIDER TIP: The upstairs lounge, celebrating its second season, is the perfect spot for after-dinner drinks with a living-room vibe. 2468 Main St.,631-537-5110; pierresbridgehampton.com
TOPPING ROSE HOUSE
The restaurant’s one-acre garden produces garnishes for the awardwinning menu, created by acclaimed chef Jean-georges Vongerichten. 1 Bridgehampton–sag Harbor Tpk., 631-537-0870; toppingrosehouse.com
WORLD PIE
After a fire last year, World Pie is back and better than ever. The casual eatery is family-friendly and serves some of the East End’s best thin-crust pizza. 2402 Montauk Hwy., 631-537-7999; worldpiebh.com
YAMA Q
Expert sushi, vegetarian specialties, and Asian-inspired burritos have made Yama Q a local staple. 2393 Montauk Hwy., 631-537-0225; yamaq.com
EAST HAMPTON BABETTE’S
The menu here is devoted to vegetarian and vegan dishes, including dairy-free soups, sauces, and dressings. 66 Newtown Lane, 631-329-5377; babettesrestaurant.com