montauk dining - montauk harbor

Montauk is noted for the freshest seafood, and for excellent presentations prepared by our local chefs.

Barracuda Bar and Turtle Lounge at the
Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina

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Adorned with vintage travel posters and maps from around the globe, the Barracuda Bar and Turtle Lounge at the Montauk Yacht Club invites guests to sip hand-crafted specialty and classic cocktails from “The Club” , margarita rimmed with Habanero salt to “The Perfect Storm” of vodka and ginger beer. A “Barracuda Bites” menu of fresh and local fare echoes the New American cuisine found in Gulf Coast Kitchen by Robbin Haas and Hurricane Alley. Sip and snack at the Barracuda Bar with water views, on the dockside patio, or step inside to the Turtle Lounge, a replica of the Montauk Lighthouse built by Carl Fisher in the 1920’s. Open from 5 p.m., daily in season. Major credit cards. 668-3100

Ben & Jerry's

Ben & Jerry’s is located on West Lake Drive at the Harbor. Experience the fun at Ben & Jerry’s seaside. Celebrating their 23rd year in Montauk serving the “best” all natural ice cream, frozen yogurt, fresh fruit sorbet and no sugar added ice cream. Serving great shakes, fresh fruit smoothies, sorbet splashes and a new line frozen coffee drinks. The weight conscious have no reason to stay away as Ben & Jerry’s also has no sugar added ice cream and reduced calorie smoothies on the menu.  Opening Memorial Day weekend, 7 days a week July-Labor Day. 668-9425

Cross Eyed Clam Bar & Grill

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New to Montauk and family friendly , serving lunch and dinner on the Harbor at 440 West Lake Drive. Menu includes fresh seafood, primo burgers, fish tacos and more. Live entertainment weekly, with
happy hour specials. “Local Heroes Night” , where 10% of gross proceeds go to benefit local fire and law enforcement. Bar is open till 4 am. Open seven days,

The Dock

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A casual eatery and saloon tucked next to the commercial fishing boat berths at the Town Dock, the Dock restaurant is full of eclectic flavor, infused by its colorful owner, George Watson, and has great-tasting food to match. Steps from the daily catch, the Dock offers Montauk seafood specials daily, burgers, fried oysters, sandwiches, salads, pastas, and meat dishes, as well as steamed mussels served with bread that you’ll use to soak up every bit of broth. Open seven days in season, from noon till late in the evening. No credit cards. 668-9778

Gosman’s Dock Restaurant

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This famous Montauk establishment has been serving fresh, regional fish and seafood since 1943, and fixes lobsters your way: stuffed, steamed, broiled, and in a lobster salad roll. At the mouth of Montauk Harbor on West Lake Drive, diners can eat outdoors or in. And though lobster takes the spotlight here, the menu has something for everyone. Open from May to October, from noon to 10, seven days in season. The Lookout Bar at the restaurant is open later. Lunch and dinner menus are available. Major credit cards. 668-5330

Gosman’s Clam Bar

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A few steps away from Gosman’s Restaurant, the Clam Bar offers affordable family fare, including fried seafood, grilled fish and lobster, combo plates, lobster specials, and frozen desserts, and even frozen cocktails from a takeout window. Open 11:30 to 9, daily in season. No credit cards. 668-2549

Gulf Coast Kitchen By Robin Haas

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Be transported to a southern coastal manor with the warm ambiance of a living room-styled lounge opening onto a floor-to-ceiling windowed dining room with inspiring water views. Historic photos of the Montauk Yacht Club from the 1920’s are displayed alongside antique treasures collected over the years. The Gulf Coast Kitchen by Robbin Haas combines perfect, local ingredients and impeccable technique to generate intense flavors and an unforgettable dining experience. Menu offerings include cream or tomato clam chowder, sautéed Montauk fluke, wilted spinach, brown butter and toasted hazelnuts; and hand cut rigatoni with slow roasted beef and mushrooms. Dinner from 5-10, daily in season. Major credit cards. 668-3100

The Hideaway

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For casual waterfront dining, specializing in Mexican food, barbecue, and seafood, this family-run
restaurant is located at Diamond Cove Marina, 364 West Lake Drive. The Hideaway uses fresh ingredients and the food is scrumptious. So get some tamales while they’re still H-O-T! You can dine in or out; bring the family or even your dog because you can sit outside. Lively Latin music keeps things festive. Take-out is available. New this summer – breakfast with a Mexican flair, along with a fresh juice bar, starting at 7 am. Open 7am–11pm, daily, in season. Major credit cards. 668-6592

Hurricane Alley at the Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina

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Whether you are returning from a day at the beach or an afternoon sail, Hurricane Alley at the Montauk Yacht Club offers indoor/outdoor seating and a selection of fresh, home-style cooking by Chef Robbin Haas, including grilled cheese with fontina, grilled eggplant, peppers, avocado and zucchini, burgers of beef or turkey, and individual pies from a new pizza oven. Reminiscent of a time-honored bait and tackle fish shack in the Florida Keys, Hurricane Alley welcomes guests with a laid-back atmosphere where visitors can enjoy a new take on summer fare. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days in season. Major credit cards. 668-3100

Manucci’s

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Celebrating its tenth season at their new Harbor front location at the Tipperary Inn on West Lake Drive. Serving classic Italian fare and fresh local seafood. Dinner nightly from 5pm. Monday is “Pasta Night” year-round – eleven different pasta dishes for $11.95 each. Sunday is “Local Night” (Sept.–June, excluding holiday weekends) with 12 different dinners for $12.95 each. Early bird special (not to be combined with other specials), for those seated by 5:30 nightly, includes a choice of soup or salad and dessert with entrées. Breakfast buffet on Sunday 8:30am–12:30pm year-round, with omelette, carving, and waffle/pancake stations–$10.95 adults, $6.95 kids under 10. Live entertainment every Sun. night and Karaoke every Wed. night, both in season. Rehearsal dinners, graduations, and group events welcomed. Zagat rated. Three-time recipient of the Montauk Pioneer’s “Best Restaurant” award. Reservations suggested. Open year-round Major credit cards. 668-4455

Star Deck Grill

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At the Star Island Grill enjoy exotic cocktails and sunsets overlooking Montauk Harbor. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy daily catch fish specialties, signature sandwiches, local produce salads, burgers and paninis. Children’s menu available. Live music Saturday afternoons. Happy Hour 4-6pm daily. Transient Dockage available. Credit cards accepted. 668-5052.

The Topside and Inlet Cafe

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The view from the upper deck at Topside is a panorama of Montauk Harbor and Block Island Sound. Downstairs the view is just as great, with outside seating right on the water. Famous for great food with an unsurpassed view, the freshest fish and lobster in Montauk, and their sushi bar at the Inlet Cafe. Major credit cards. 668-2549

Waterside

A charming waterside eatery located at 440 Westlake Drive at the beginning of Montauk Harbor, serving breakfast and lunch daily. Morning fare of eggs, egg wraps, pancakes, eggs Benedict, veggie Benedict and biscuits and gravy, and their own home made baked goods. Lunch menu includes paninis, sandwiches, salads, quesadillas, burgers, fresh local fish, a lobster Harbor roll. Eat in (seating is limited), or take out. Call your order ahead for a day at the beach, fishing, golf, or to watch the boats in the Harbor. Voted “Best Take-Out in Montauk” by Dan’s Papers, 2009. At Waterside the fish is local and the food is homemade. Open seven days at 6am. No Credit Cards. 668-0100