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• Nick & Toni's (East Hampton) Mediterranean, Phone: 631-324-3550 Google Map
  • Zagat Well-Rated  : "The 'food is just as terrific as the star sightings' at this East Hampton 'power place'"

• • Concierge.com Recommendation  : "Here's a taste of Hamptons hospitality at its finest..."

• • Fodor's Review : "The dining room at this upscale, trendy restaurant has a wood-burning brick oven in which Mediterranean and northern Italian house specialties are cooked daily."

• 1770 House Restaurant (East Hampton) Continental, Phone: 631-324-1770 Google Map
  • Zagat Well-Rated  : "The old-world charm of its historic setting - a restored 18th-century bed and breakfast - is matched by 'superb food and wine'..."

• • Fodor's Review  : "The restaurant ($$$$) consistently earns rave reviews for its innovative and fresh approach to preparing food."

• Della Femina (East Hampton) Italian, Phone: 631-329-6666 Google Map
  • Zagat Well-Rated  : "Boldface names and common citizens congregate at Jerry Della Femina's East Hampton 'treasure' to feast on 'fresh', 'phenomenal' New American cuisine"

• • Concierge.com Recommendation  : "[I]t's hard to find an unappetizing bite on chef Michael Rozzi's menu, which stars local, organic ingredients."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Mirko's (Water Mill) Eclectic, Phone: 631-726-4444 Google Map
  • Concierge.com Recommendation  : "A sunny French-country dining room is complemented in summer by a private patio and in winter by a crackling fireplace."

• • Fodor's Choice  : "The warm atmosphere and the talented chef-owner's use of only the freshest local ingredients have consistently won this gem of a restaurant rave reviews from respected foodies."

• The Laundry Restaurant (East Hampton) Continental, Phone: 631-324-3199 Google Map
  • Concierge.com Recommendation  : "Executive chef Andrew Engle, formerly chef de cuisine at Manhattan's Oceana, is a longtime believer in the environmental and culinary advantages of sustainable cuisine..."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Rams Head Inn (Shelter Island) Contemporary, Phone: 631-749-0811 Google Map
  • Fodor's Choice  : "Sauces, such as the aged-sherry syrup that accompanies quail, set the restaurant apart, as does the attentive and knowledgeable service."

• • Frommer's Exceptional Rating: "There's an eclectic menu that blends French with a dash of Brazilian."

• Vine Street Cafe (Shelter Island) Continental, Phone: 631-749-3210 Google Map
  • Concierge.com Recommendation : "Celebs such as actor John Malkovich, designer Jonathan Adler, and style maven Simon Doonan often stop by for the fresh fare..."

• • Frommer's Exceptional Rating: "This brand-new entree to the Shelter Island scene is bound to cause a stir."

• • Fodor's Review  : "Husband-and-wife team Terry and Lisa Harwood create casual but sophisticated dishes, and their staff provides exceptional service."

• Turtle Crossing (East Hampton) Southwestern, Phone: 631-324-7166 Google Map
  • Concierge.com Recommendation  : "This Southwestern barbecue joint, adorned with cowboy kitsch, is one of East Hampton's most pleasant surprises."

• • Fodor's Review  : "The hardwood-smoked barbecue platters are laden with mouthwatering chicken, ribs, and sides."

• The Frisky Oyster (Greenport) Contemporary, Phone: 631-477-4265 Google Map
  • Fodor's Choice  : "This sophisticated, modern restaurant is a little piece of Manhattan in Greenport."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)

• La Parmigiana (Southampton) Italian, Phone: 631-283-8030 Google Map
  • Fodor's Choice  : "Everyone seems to love this family-style place for its "red-sauce" Italian menu, its huge portions, and its reasonable prices."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Sip 'n Soda (Southampton) Diner, Phone: 631-283-9752 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended: "It also boasts prices that haven't hit the new millennium yet, making for some of the cheapest eats in Southampton."

• • Fodor's Review  : "Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this retro luncheonette serves the usual casual fare..."

• John's Pancake House (Montauk) American, Phone: 631-668-2383 Google Map
  • Fodor's Review  : "Omelets and delicious pancakes are served all day at this bustling Main Street restaurant..."

• • TripAdvisor 3.0 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Joni's (Montauk) American, Phone: 631-668-3663 Google Map
  • Fodor's Review  : "This casual spot serves good coffee, salads, rejuvenating fresh-squeezed juices and smoothies, daily..."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating (Note: Community rating; may change)