SOUTHAMPTON
CLAUDE’S
Alfresco dining at its best, using ingredients fresh from the on-site garden. 91 Hill St., 631-2836500; southamptoninn.com
THE COAST GRILL
This harborfront restaurant hasn’t changed the seafood menu much since opening in 1985—and with good reason. 1109 Noyack Road, 631-283-2277
JOBS LANE GASTROPUB
A perfect spot for elegant Italian cuisine right at the beach, this restaurant boasts an impressive wine and cocktail menu to complement any meal.
10 Windmill Lane, 631-2878703; jobslanegastro.pub
KOZU
The menu here is infused with the flavors of Peru and Japan. INSIDER TIP: Keep your eyes open for a joint venture in NYC from Kozu owner Zach Erdem and the Upper East Side’s T-bar Steak & Lounge. 136 Main St., 631-619-6660
LE CHARLOT
The local outpost of the New York City favorite serves bistro fare and Parisian ambience on the East End. 36 Main St., 631-353-3222; lecharlot.us
LE CHEF
This French-continental bistro is popular among local notables, including Hilaria and Alec Baldwin. 75 Jobs Lane, 631-2838581; lechefbistro.com
LITTLE RED
Enjoy the best of bistro fare at this casual sister restaurant of the nearby Red Bar. 76-C Jobs Lane, 631-2833309; littleredsouthampton.com
OREYA
With flavors ranging from Spanish to Greek to Israeli, Oreya is like a tour of the Mediterranean in the heart of Southampton. 281 County Road 39A, 631-5009055; oreyahamptons.com
THE PLAZA CAFÉ
A skillful menu of inventive seafood dishes is complemented by an expertly curated wine list. 61 Hill St., 631-283-9323; plazacafe.us
PUBLICK HOUSE
It’s brews and bar fare galore at this popular Southampton hangout. 62 Jobs Lane, 631-2832800; publick.com
RED BAR BRASSERIE
With its comfort-driven menu, this has become a family favorite. 210 Hampton Road, 631-2830704; redbarbrasserie.com
SANT AMBROEUS
An elegant Italian setting with a menu of refined dishes, plus panini, gelato, and espresso. 30 Main St., 631-283-1233; santambroeus.com
75 MAIN
A pretty locale for an even prettier crowd that comes for modern Italian cuisine and excellent service. 75 Main St., 631-283-7575; 75main.com
SILVER’S
Open only for lunch, Silver’s doesn’t take reservations and is known above all for its lobster roll and soups. 15 Main St., 631283-6443; silversrestaurant.com
SIP’N SODA
This family-run eatery has served diner favorites, hearty breakfasts, and made-on-site ice cream for generations. 40 Hampton Road, 631-283-9752; sipnsoda.com
SOUTHAMPTON SOCIAL CLUB
Not only a premier nightlife spot, Southampton Social Club, helmed by Ian Duke, offers classic American fare along with live music and a sizeable patio space. 256 Elm St., 631-2871400; southamptonsocialclub.com
TUTTO IL GIORNO
Owner Gabby Karan De Felice, daughter of Donna Karan, oversees this well-appointed restaurant, which serves exquisite Italian food. INSIDER TIP: The multiple dining rooms are gorgeous, but the tables to score are on the patio, with its rustic vibe and manicured privet. 56 Nugent St., 631-377-3611; tuttoilgiorno.com
UNION CANTINA
Ian Duke, the owner of Southampton Social Club, and chef Scott Kampf team up for a Mexican eatery. 40 Bowden Sq., 631-377-3500; unioncantina.net