53 spots on the North Fork
The best pizza on the North Fork — possibly the best in New York. 1943 serves Neapolitan-style brick-oven pies with locally sourced ingredients in a lively Greenport courtyard. The white pie with ricotta and the Nonna's meatballs are legendary.
A stylish, intimate seafood restaurant in Southold. Known for mussels, whole black sea bass, striped bass, and a thoughtful wine list leaning heavily on North Fork vineyards.
Upscale Italian restaurant with handmade pasta.
A modern American restaurant and bar set in a boutique hotel in Greenport's Stirling Square. Known for its lively outdoor lounge and craft cocktails.
A farm-to-table restaurant set in a converted farmhouse in Aquebogue — the first real dining destination heading east on Route 25. Locally sourced cuisine in a cozy, rustic setting.
The North Fork's beloved local bakery — Blue Duck is where you grab a morning pastry, a proper sandwich, or a loaf of house-baked bread before a day of wine tasting. Warm, unpretentious, and genuinely good.
One of the largest seafood importers and distributors on Long Island, operating since 1928. Braun's kitchen serves fresh local fish, oysters, shrimp, tuna, and calamari — straight from the source.
Greenport's most sought-after weekend brunch spot — a progressive, locally inspired daytime dining experience that's earned national attention from Bon Appetit. The egg sandwich alone is worth the trip. Open Friday through Sunday only.
Classic seafood shack and local favorite.
A reliable North Fork neighborhood grill serving classic American comfort food done right. Known for Filet Mignon, fresh seafood bisque, and a welcoming atmosphere.
A genuine North Fork institution — Claudio's has been serving fresh seafood from this waterfront Greenport location since 1870. The Victorian-era bar, covered outdoor docks, and classic clam bar atmosphere make it one of the most storied dining destinations on Long Island.
The North Fork's most beloved dive bar and neighborhood restaurant. Unpretentious, welcoming, and genuinely fun. Cold beer, solid bar food, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you feel like a regular on your first visit.
Greenport's beloved retro diner — a revival of the historic Coronet Luncheonette. Known for Crab Eggs Benedict, chicken and waffles, avocado toast, and homemade corned beef hash.
A spectacular destination restaurant at the very tip of the North Fork overlooking Gardiner's Bay. Seafood towers, lobster rolls, tuna tartare, and a Mediterranean-inspired menu with stunning water views. Also operates a beach club.
Sweet and savory crepes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert. A cozy spot with a distinctly different menu from anything else on the North Fork.
A solid Greenport neighborhood restaurant serving American cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood, classic burgers, and well-made cocktails.
A beloved Love Lane-area cafe using fresh, locally sourced ingredients for creative, globally inspired dishes. Known for exceptional empanadas, housemade cookies, bread pudding, and smoothies.
The western gateway coffee stop on the North Fork. Excellent espresso drinks, breakfast sandwiches, and baked goods. The first stop heading out East.
Iconic North Fork institution serving Greek and Mediterranean dishes with a cult following, known for grilled seafood, lamb, and its unique outdoor, garden-style setting.
Set in a majestically restored 1863 captain's home, Jedediah Hawkins is one of the North Fork's most distinguished dining destinations. A must for special occasions and serious food lovers.
A beloved waterfront bar and restaurant in tiny New Suffolk — one of the North Fork's most charming hidden corners. Locals go for good food, cold drinks, and bay views without the Greenport crowds.
Waterfront dining overlooking Peconic Bay.
A Greenport gem tucked down Bootleg Alley — Little Creek is where you shuck your own Peconic Bay oysters straight from the farm, paired with local wines and cold beer. The freshest oysters on the North Fork.
The beating heart of Mattituck's Love Lane — a cozy, vintage-decorated all-day kitchen beloved by locals and visitors alike. Famous for fluffy pancakes, crab cake eggs Benedict, pastrami hash, and a self-serve coffee bar.
The original and favorite Lucharitos location — a lively Mexican spot in the heart of Greenport serving the best tacos on the North Fork. Crowds pour in for the margaritas, loaded nachos, and creative taco combinations.
A cult-favorite breakfast and coffee spot in Jamesport serving scratch-made Southern-inspired biscuits, sandwiches, and pastries. Tiny, warm, and perpetually busy — arrive early or expect a wait.
A charming waterfront seafood restaurant in New Suffolk with views of Cutchogue Harbor and Robins Island. Creative local fish preparations — ceviche, empanadas, coconut basil poached fish. Docking space available.
Creative seasonal New American cuisine.
Greenport's crown jewel of farm-to-table dining. Noah's is celebrated for seafood-inspired small plates built around the finest local ingredients — think grilled sardines, Korean short ribs, local oysters, and crab tacos. The intimate Victorian dining room overlooks the famous Greenport carousel. Reservations strongly recommended.
The North Fork's homegrown specialty coffee roaster and cafe. Expertly sourced and roasted coffees alongside breakfast and lunch.
Named to Conde Nast Traveler's list of Best New Hotel Restaurants in the World. Scratch-made biscuits, house-smoked sustainable fish, and a chef-driven dinner menu.
Love Lane's beloved artisan doughnut shop making fresh, creative doughnuts daily. A perfect morning stop before hitting the wineries or beaches.
The North Fork's most celebrated restaurant — a mainstay of East End dining set in a historic countryside home. Chef John Fraser's seasonally inspired menus celebrate the bounty of local farms, Peconic Bay seafood, and North Fork duck.
A standout gem in Greenport's dining scene — Olive Branch serves Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine in a uniquely decorated courtyard setting. Known for octopus, kebabs, grilled fish, mezze platters, and a well-chosen wine list.
The only food stop at the very end of the North Fork. House-baked brownies, cookies, gelato in two dozen flavors, cold sesame noodles, croissants, and creative sandwiches. Impossible to leave without buying something.
A Southold go-to for reliably excellent pizza and Italian comfort food. Consistently good food and a welcoming atmosphere.
Greenport's finest cafe — a scratch bakery and specialty coffee shop helmed by Michelin-trained chef Finn O'Hara.
A waterfront bar and grill steps from the North Ferry with unbeatable harbor views and live music in summer. All oysters and clams sourced within a 10-mile radius.
Greenport's best-kept secret inside Safe Harbor Marina with stunning views of Stirling Harbor. Northern Italian cuisine: parmesan risotto, stuffed veal chop, linguine with clam sauce. Outdoor fire pits and candlelight. Worth seeking out.
French-inspired cuisine in wine country.
A fun, casual Mexican grill in Southold. Tacos, burritos, and classic Mexican dishes. Reliable and affordable.
Longstanding local favorite known for thin-crust pizza, seafood, and bar scene.
Commercial fisherman Charlie Manwaring's beloved fish market and casual restaurant. A true local institution serving the freshest seafood on the North Fork — fried baskets, clam chowder, shrimp cocktail, Long Island oysters, and cod sandwiches.
A fresh, modern farm-to-table bistro in the heart of Southold celebrating the flavors of the North Fork. Southold Social serves dinner nightly and weekend brunch, with a menu built around seasonal local ingredients and Long Island wines.
Housed in a restored century-old structure on Pipes Cove. Silver Sands' love letter to the working waterfront — seafood, local wines, and craft cocktails. One of the Fork's best winter dining options.
A beloved Baiting Hollow institution since 1994. Famous for Waldorf Salad, Seafood Bisque, Chicken Pot Pie, and prime rib. Generous portions of high-end casual country cooking.
A Greenport institution for over two decades — rated Very Good by the New York Times. Herb breadcrumb-encrusted fluke, raw bar classics, and fish and chips.
A warm, community-spirited Southold restaurant and bar with a genuine neighborhood feel. Honest, well-made American food in a relaxed setting.
Upscale waterfront dining with sunset views.
The North Fork's finest waterfront dining. The Halyard sits on the Long Island Sound at the Sound View hotel, serving seasonally driven farm-to-table menus featuring local fish, produce, and North Fork wines.
An unsung hero according to the New York Times — Touch of Venice serves authentic Italian cuisine in a unique, romantic outdoor garden setting in Cutchogue.
The North Fork's premier waterfront dining destination, accessible by land or sea with free dockage available. Waypoint serves local and regional cuisine in a spectacular setting on the Southold waterfront.
A small, intimate farm-to-table restaurant with a devoted following. A tight, seasonally driven menu that changes with what's available locally. One of the North Fork's best-kept secrets.