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Eat Like A Local: Our Favorite Montauk Spots

By Editor 2022, May

Whether you’re in the mood for fine dining or a quick bite to eat, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of local restaurants and cafes with something for everyone. From high-end restaurants to local mainstays, the food in Montauk never disappoints. 

TILLIE'S 
Open daily for breakfast and lunch, Tillie’s offers an approachable menu of American favorites highlighting Montauk produce, located in our Montauk Resort.
Tillie's | Gurney's Resorts

SCARPETTA BEACH
Open nightly year-round in our Montauk Resort, this soulful Italian hotspot delivers Scarpetta’s signature classics as well as seasonal dishes, fresh seafood selections, and a world-class wine list. Scarpetta Beach's airy, mid-century modern aesthetic is infused with hues of the seaside. From the dining room, French doors open onto an outdoor deck, and every table has a panoramic view of the ocean.
Scarpetta Beach | Gurney's Resorts

SHOWFISH
A unique spin on east-end dining, Showfish is the perfect taste of Montauk. Located in our Star Island Resort, Showfish offers an ingredient-driven menu. Fresh fish, ripe vegetables and hand-selected specialties are spun into one-of-a-kind dishes to be enjoyed in a seaside venue with stunning marina views.
Showfish | Gurney’s Resorts

IL FORNO
Our Italian pizzeria & café located in our Star Island Resort offers the perfect menu for grab-and-go with variety of artisanal coffees and fresh juices, as well as award-winning pizza, sandwiches, and salads.
Il Forno | Gurney's Resorts

668 THE GIG SHACK
782 Main St Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-2727
Hours: Friday & Saturday 5:30p-10p Eclectic American comfort food serving breakfast, lunch and dinner
www.668thegigshack.com

CROW’S NEST – RESTAURANT
4 Old Westlake Dr Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-2077
Emphasizing Long Island’s local and fresh, organic fare with nightly fire pits and sunset view
www.crowsnestmtk.com

GOSMAN’S
498 Westlake Dr Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-2549
Multipurpose waterfront seafood eatery with dining room, rooftop deck, casual café & clam bar
www.gosmans.com

INLET SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
541 East Lake Dr Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-4272
American seafood eatery that offers sushi and inlet views
www.inletseafood.com

JOHN’S PANCAKE HOUSE
721 Montauk Hgwy Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-2383
Hours: 7 days 6:30a (Breakfast & Lunch)
Homey, wood-paneled diner serving pancakes and other breakfast fare, plus burgers and sandwiches

JONI’S KITCHEN
34 South Edison St Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-3663
Healthy breakfast and lunch menus feature many organic choices plus fruit smoothies in a quirky café
www.jonismontauk.com

THE MONTAUKET RESTAURANT
88 Firestone Rd Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-5992
Famous for the spectacular sunsets over Fort Pond, kid-friendly seafood, American cuisine

NAVY BEACH
16 Navy Rd Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-6868
Simple seafood and burgers served at a scenic beach eatery with outdoor seats and nautical décor inside
www.navybeach.com

SOUTH EDISON RESTAURANT
17 South Edison St Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-4200
Creative homemade, seasonal menu including fresh local fish and produce – and a raw bar!
www.southedison.com

WESTLAKE FISH HOUSE
352 Westlake Dr Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-3474
Casual seafood staples, higher-end items and drinks in a simple indoor/outdoor setting on the marina
www.westlakefishhouse.com

HARVEST ON FORT POND
11 S. Emery St Montauk, NY 11954 | 631-668-5574
Family style Italian cuisine, inspired by fresh Montauk seafood and homegrown produce
www.harvestfortpond.com

MONTAUK BREWING COMPANY
Open daily from 12-8pm, Montauk Brewing Company has grown since opening in 2012 into a local favorite, embodying the spirit of the town. Focusing on local adventures and an active lifestyle, all of their beers honor a no-frills good life mentality. Make sure you stop by New York's Easternmost brewery on your next trip to town.
https://montaukbrewingco.com/

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