HAMPTON BAYS

CANAL CAFÉ

One of the highlights of Hampton Bays is the water views, and Canal Café gives you an unparalleled vantage point, along with a relaxed setting and some of the area’s best local seafood. 44 Newtown Road, 631-723-2155; thecanalcafe.com

CENTRO TRATTORIA & BAR

With a menu based on owner Salvatore Biundo’s family recipes, this restaurant has its roots firmly planted in Italy, and it shows in dishes like clams oreganata. 336 W. Montauk Hwy., 631-594-5744; centrohamptons.com

COWFISH

From brunch to dinner, the menu here hits all the right spots, including burgers and sushi. INSIDER TIP: The patio tables are the best spot in the house for views of the canal. 258 E. Montauk Hwy., 631-594-3868; cowfishrestaurant.com

EDGEWATER RESTAURANT

Whether you prefer surf or turf, they’re both highlights here—an ideal location for a brunch meeting—and both come with the perfect cocktail to match. 295 E. Montauk Hwy., 631723-2323; edgewaterrestaurant.com

HAMPTON MAID

Founded in 1959, this resort-style restaurant, set on a sprawling tranquil property, is run by the Poulakis family. Each room has unique architecture and interior design. INSIDER TIP: If you can’t make it to relax and recharge for the weekend, swing by in the morning for an unbelievably spectacular breakfast. 259 E. Montauk Hwy., 631-728-4166; hamptonmaid.com

OAKLAND’S RESTAURANT

Family-owned for nearly three decades, this waterfront eatery is a great spot for a casual drop-in when you’re craving a superb cocktail in a relaxed setting. 365 Dune Road, 631728-6903; oaklandsrestaurant.net

ORLANDO’S CAFÉ

An ideal stop for a quick bite, Orlando’s Café has sandwiches, tacos, and other unpretentious eats to take out, whether that’s back home or back to the beach. 40 W. Montauk Hwy., 631728-2608; orlandoscafe.weebly.com

PRIME

An outstanding upscale restaurant for anything from steak to sushi, Prime is also a great place to stop on your trip back home on Sunday. 117 N. New York Ave., 631-385-1515; restaurantprime.com

RUMBA

The Caribbean cuisine at this “islandstyle hideaway” is superb and the vibe is unexpected in the Hamptons— which is what makes it so fabulous. Come for the rum drinks, reggae, and low-key vibe on Shinnecock Bay. 43 Canoe Place Road, 631-594-3544; rumbahamptonbays.com