Duryea's Lobster Deck

The most romantic stay in Montauk, without question. Duryea's—the famed seafood lunch spot—has opened four small cottages perched on the hilltop above Fort Pond Bay with wraparound patios, private hot tubs, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors that create an indoor-outdoor experience. Daily housekeeping and turndown service come standard, alongside thoughtful touches like private yoga or meditation on your deck and in-room massages. The team can also arrange for additional activities, like a morning bike ride, bay paddle, or sunset horseback ride on Outer Beach.

One of the most exciting new Hampton hotel openings of the summer, Hotel Corduroy has taken over the old Sunset Montauk at the edge of town. The 29-room property leans into the area's surf heritage and laid-back creative spirit, with a design-forward sensibility that doesn't take itself too seriously. The Lawn is the heart of the three-building property: here, you’ll find lounge seating, yard games, fire-pits, and bay-side sunsets. The cherry on top: You’re just steps from the marina and Sunset Beach (with private access).

This beachfront hotel is a true surfer's paradise. It sits right on the Atlantic, the pool is bigger than most, and the on-site surf shop is stellar. In place of the typical whitewashed coastal décor, the hotel leans into a Santa Fe vibe with poured concrete floors, textural furniture, and warm jute rugs. And the in-hotel restaurant, Mostrador, is something truly extraordinary.

This large resort in Montauk, which sits on a prime slice of beach, is a good option if you have kids or a bigger group. Beyond a spate of great restaurants, there's a kids’ club, a beach club, and all the amenities you'd expect from a big hotel, like free Wi-Fi, a gym, a pool, and a spa. It's also one of the area's only year-round resorts, which is great if you're hoping to make a visit during the quieter spring or fall months.

After a head-to-toe renovation and now managed by the team behind the Proper hotels, the 107-room Montauk Yacht Club is better than ever. The waterfront resort-like property includes a marina, a private beach, multiple pools, and a new coastal Italian restaurant (ALBA Spiaggia). This season's additions include a Floating Wellness Cabana with ELEMIS, surf lessons via the Jamie O'Brien Surf Experience, and The Salty Club, a new family-focused program with sailing, fishing, tennis, and workshops for younger guests. It's not a low-key, laid-back kind of place—but it's ideal for families or anyone looking for an amenity-packed stay.

This intimate escape has rooms with crisp white sheets, modern, clean natural wood accents, and some with ocean views. Laid back, but luxurious, we love that this tiny retreat is so well-located. Slip into your flip flops and walk to the beach, restaurants, or the many coffee shops this surf town offers. It also has an in-house spa and gym.

Along Montauk's Umbrella Beach, each of the 34 bedrooms at Hero Beach Club features tastefully beachy furnishings imported from Bali—with the kind of mattresses you'd happily spend the weekend lounging on—and several of the rooms also have balconies. In the morning, there's a small breakfast setup (bagels, coffee) but not too many other frills—and that's kind of the point. The delightfully in-the-know hotel staff will help with everything from, say, setting you up with surf lessons to suggesting the best lobster shack in town.

Outdoor fire pits, string lights, and Adirondack chairs inspire chilling out and a sense of community at this 24-room family-owned motel in the heart of Montauk. Rooms are a collision of vintage and modern, simple and chic. Whether you're looking for surf or a scene, it's centrally located and within walking distance to both.

Dive Bar Pizza is super casual, it’s the kind of place you pop into post-surf for a perfect pie. The bar and pizzeria has indoor and outdoor seating, with flat screens playing major sports games alongside a steady stream of surf and skate videos. Dine in, take out, or get it delivered.

In the heart of Montauk, Alimentari Beach is an Italian restaurant that's a great spot for the whole family. With an all-day menu running from noon to close, it's the perfect place to grab a bite at any hour.

Located inside the iconic Montauk Manor, this is where the fourth generation of the Monte family continues a long legacy of Italian-American cooking. Drawing from passed-down family recipes, the menu centers on their award-winning sauce while embracing the best of the East End, all with an emphasis on local seafood and seasonal ingredients.

Owned by six local fishermen, Inlet Seafood sits on eight acres of waterfront in Montauk, with panoramic views of Block Island Sound from every seat in the restaurant. The fish is as fresh as it gets—in fact, it was likely caught the same day. This Fourth of July, the fireworks are going off over Montauk Harbor, and Inlet's prime waterfront makes it the spot to watch—they're hosting a ticketed viewing party with great food, strong cocktails, a live band, and a packed house of locals, summer regulars, and the Hamptons crowd.

One of the best restaurants in Montauk, The Bird has been a local brunch staple for over fifty years (they also serve dinner). Originally Bird on the Roof, it was reimagined in 2022 by Leo Daunt, third-generation owner of the Albatross (just across the street), who kept the warm hominess it was known for while adding a dinner menu built on Japanese ingredients and French technique. The result is a vibrant spot that blends nostalgia with innovation and celebrates the town's history and community spirit.

Mingle with surfers, locals, and celebs alike at this famed beach food truck. Enjoy bagels, burritos, wraps, and a range of hot and cold non-alcoholic drinks in an amazing beachside setting. While the menu features beachside classics, the poke bowls are the real standout.

As the name suggests, this quirky, dive-y restaurant sits a few steps away from one of the main fishing docks in Montauk and serves hearty, straightforward dishes of the kind you want after a day on the open water (many of the regulars are fishermen). There’s clam chowder, soft shell crab sandwiches, grilled tuna steaks with coleslaw and fries, and a peanut butter and chocolate pie that’s probably the most decadent dessert in Montauk. The décor, meanwhile, is an eclectic mix of taxidermied geese and deer heads, Halloween-worthy masks, and vintage model sailing ships.

A must-stop for Montauk's surfers, Joni Brosnan's shop serves up healthy sandwiches, salads, smoothies, the popular protein-rich breakfast wraps, and more.

Marram is one of Montauk’s newer hotels, and its beachside restaurant, Mostrador, has that same cool, laid-back energy. The concept, borrowing heavily from the counter-service spots you find throughout Latin America, has been distilled down to a simple formula: the protein of your choice plus hyper-local veg and salad. These perfectly prepared pairings—fresh fish, grilled lamb chops, spicy chickpeas, beets, and feta—make every plate sing. We have it on good authority that as of right now, this is some of the best food in the Hamptons. And note: They don’t accept reservations.

The ultimate locals' joint, Sail Inn is a cozy tavern in the heart of Montauk Harbor with homemade dishes, a full bar, pool, and darts. In 2022, the mother-son team of Colleen Croft and Luca Guaitolini—who also own the upscale Upper East Side restaurant Elio's—took over and elevated the food without losing the low-key spirit. Chef Giuseppe Lentini, who spent 20 years as executive chef at Elio's, makes everything from scratch: pasta for lasagne on his hand-crank machine and fresh fish sourced from Gosman's each morning. They also host live music on select weeknights and karaoke late on Fridays. And note: It’s cash only.

Overlooking Lake Montauk, Crow's Nest is one of the best spots in town to catch the stunning sunset. Sean MacPherson’s famed high-end lakeside restaurant and inn has a relaxed yet luxurious feel, with a menu that boasts Mediterranean dishes. It's a super-busy, super-popular boho spot, complete with a teeny beach, bonfires, and a low-key dining room.

If you're in the area, Duryea's Market and Café is the spot for morning coffee, gourmet to-go food, and creative culinary products. Located next to the Lobster Deck, they make great picnic baskets perfect for the beach, plus all-day pastries and sandwiches perfect for a snack or a morning bite.

The owner of The Crow's Nest has just opened The Lighthouse Café in Montauk State Park situated across from the 1792 Montauk Point Lighthouse—found at the very tip of the Hamptons. Built for the surfing community, the café serves small plates and cocktails with views of Block Island and the vast ocean ahead. Lowkey and casual with picnic tables scattered about, it's the perfect spot for a midday snack, or a small bite and relaxed cocktail while watching the sunset with friends.

Founded by Kate Diament, Montauk General Store is a lifestyle brand rooted in coastal living, wellness, and community. What began as a series of immersive pop-ups across New York, Miami, and LA is opening its first permanent storefront in the heart of Montauk this summer—a gathering space that blends a matcha bar with a tightly curated mix of skincare, wellness, beauty, ceramics, art, books, pantry staples, and Montauk General's own merchandise. And the matcha? Our favorite in the Hamptons, hands down.

This brewery has a simple concept in a sometimes complicated town. It's a casual tasting room with flights of six beers or a pint of its favorite. Wave Chaser IPA, Watermelon Session Ale, or other seasonal favorites. No food, no gimmicks, no six-packs or kegs. Just a social pitstop for a cold beer after the beach. And your leashed dog is always welcome.

A candy and fudge shop for when you need a sugar boost. Tucked right in the heart of Montauk, Fudge N Stuff is a longtime, nostalgic mainstay that's been delighting locals and beachgoers for generations—the kind of place that smells like freshly made fudge the moment you walk in, with shelves of saltwater taffy and every classic candy you grew up loving.

Round Swamp's furthest east location is also the smallest of the bunch—just in case you didn't get enough in Bridgehampton or East Hampton.

What we dubbed the best produce in the Hamptons, Balsam Farms now has a Montauk outpost that operates as pick-up only.

While Mary Lou's is technically a restaurant and bar, we're filing it firmly under “late-night spot”—because that's where it shines. The design is over-the-top in the best possible way, which is a big part of the fun. It's the kind of place that gets going when most of Montauk is winding down, with a buzzy crowd and just the right amount of energy for the end of a long summer day.

Bambi's serves the kind of food that leaves you feeling really good. Everything is crafted from scratch without any unnecessary additives, which translates to some of the cleanest, highest-quality, best-tasting plates around. The menu spans salads, bowls, smoothies, and toasts—exactly what you want when you're craving something nourishing.

This light-filled coffee shop's beachy décor features a driftwood-covered bar and repurposed-wood café tables. They brew all their own coffee, which can be ground, packaged, and taken home. Even if you’re not a coffee lover, you'll want to take a look at the three-level pour-over contraptions that take up a deservedly large share of the counter space. Oh, and there's a pretty extensive standalone tea station, too.

Fashion industry veteran Ingrid Solomonson opened this highly curated concept space, where a mix of textures, shapes, colors, and summer vibes sits alongside local clothing, art, and home goods—it feels like many mini boutiques in one. Community events like live music and cocktails give it an extra local feel.

Adam Mar is a small Montauk shop with an edit of surf pieces the owners love—boards worth riding and a selection of unisex clothing that goes perfectly with the local vibe. Rooted in craft, community, and time spent in and around the ocean, it's simply a running collection of what inspires them.

Corey Senese is renowned as a top surf trainer and instructor, with over 20 years of experience teaching students from all walks of life and across the globe. He's also a Suffolk County–certified Ocean Lifeguard, an American Red Cross certified trainer, and a swim instructor. Beyond the credentials, what sets Corey apart is the way he gets people hooked on the positive energy of surfing and helps them carry that joy back into the rest of their lives. Most importantly, he never lets you forget that surfing is fun. To reach Corey and his team of excellent instructors at Ditch Plains, visit www.coreyswave.com/contact or text 631-668-WAVE (9283).

It would be crazy not to include Montauk Point Lighthouse on any list of must-sees in Montauk. Commissioned by President George Washington in 1792, it's one of the best-known and most-beloved icons of Long Island—it’s also the first lighthouse built in New York, and the fourth-oldest working lighthouse in the nation. Montauk Point offers unforgettable 360° views over Block Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. The lighthouse also has a museum beside it, and the surrounding park hosts live musical events throughout the summer.

The 30,000-square-foot Seawater Spa at Gurney's Montauk has just been reimagined with help from the team behind AIRE Ancient Baths. This summer, they’re hosting a La Prairie pop-up from June 15 through September 11, with ocean-view facials and body treatments, plus they’re offering new VOYA thalassotherapy journeys built around the restorative power of the sea. The spa also runs a summer workout series with Pilates sculpt, bootcamp, restorative yoga, strength training, and sound baths.

The Floating Wellness Cabana at Montauk Yacht Club is an oasis—literally located on a boat on Lake Montauk—with treatments built around ELEMIS, the award-winning British skincare brand. The menu spans from luxe facials to deep tissue massages and body treatments.

This Pilates class adds an extra challenge to the popular workout. It takes place in an infrared-heated studio that gets to around 90 degrees. If sweat-drenched is your thing, then this new-to-Montauk workout that's swept Miami and New York is worth a try. And this summer, it will launch its first Wellness Lifestyle House: a fully immersive destination designed around movement, community, and discovery. The space will be anchored by signature Fuze House classes and Cafe Fuze (where you can grab post-workout smoothies), alongside a dedicated retail floor featuring leading fitness, lifestyle, and wellness brands.

The Courts is a full padel, pickleball, and tennis facility located on the northeast end of the Montauk Yacht Club property. Designed for both serious matches and casual play, the waterfront setup includes five dedicated courts (two padel, two pickleball, and one tennis), with premium equipment available on-site. There's also an alfresco lounge for spritzes and light bites between sessions. Check their website for booking.

While it sits steps from East Hampton’s boutique-and-gallery-packed main drag, this six-room inn (there’s also a separate two-family carriage house) is charming, quiet, and old-school. The picket-fenced, whitewashed home has functioned as a hotel since—you guessed it—1770. Its beautiful Colonial flourishes—exposed-wooden beams, antique fireplaces—are intact, alongside modern additions. At the on-site tavern, go for the burgers.

Surrounded by redwoods planted by Martha Stewart two decades ago, this ten-room cedarwood bungalow sits just off Montauk Highway, a short drive from the beach. There's a long patio for sundown drinks, pergolas draped in new vines for afternoon reads, and twinkling lights strung between the trees for evening walks. Guest rooms are spacious with natural fabrics in neutral, calming tones. It's a laid-back, low-key boutique hotel that flies under the radar but shouldn't.

Dating back to 1650 (yes, really), this sweet but undeniably luxurious bed and breakfast was once owned by one of East Hampton's original founders. The classic main house rooms feature claw-footed tubs, while the more modern Carriage House offers breezy suites with fireplaces and generous private terraces. Serene yet just steps from the village shopping district, this hidden gem also boasts a tranquil English garden flanked by 200-year-old wisteria.

Reopening on June 11 after a major redesign this winter by celebrated interior designer David Netto, The Hedges Inn is East Hampton's only full-service luxury hotel—and it's back with newly renovated interiors and a sharpened vision for East End hospitality. Perfectly situated between Main Street and Main Beach, the 12-room inn (originally established in 1873) is owned by Sarah and Andrew Wetenhall (from The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach), who debuted the property to acclaim last season and have since recommitted to a classic-meets-modern approach. Expect a full-service concierge, in-room dining, a signature beach butler experience (transportation, setup, and refreshments included), and a salon suite by Paul Labrecque.

This luxurious inn with elegant rooms, soaring ceilings, tiled fireplaces, and super-indulgent bathrooms is a quiet retreat that’s great for couples’ trips or family getaways. The comfy living areas are stocked with thoughtful snacks and strewn with coffee-table books. The gardens are beautiful—perfect for a wedding or gathering. If you're traveling with a group, ask about 21 House, the four-bedroom private home, which comes with all the amenities of the larger inn (housekeeping, gym, transportation) and is available for private rentals. They also have an excellent wellness program through their in-house Reform Club—more on that below—and, this season, they’re partnering with Lucky Honey Pilates to offer complimentary Pilates classes to hotel guests.

Traditional clapboard, working fireplaces, and brown-shingled barns all contribute to The Roundtree's laid-back, comfortable vibe. With 13 guest rooms—five stand-alone cottages, a two-bedroom main house, and a three-bedroom beach house—it offers lodging options for everyone from couples to small families or friend groups. Plus, the property is within walking distance of town.

André Balazs's Sunset Beach Hotel is a lovely property that sidles right up next to the ocean. The 20 guest rooms all have private porches looking out onto the water. There’s easy access to the beach, which makes activities here especially nice—bikes are complimentary, and the hotel will happily arrange for beach chairs, paddleboards, and boats so guests can waterski, fish, or explore the area by sea. Good to know: The beach here is west-facing, so it's a great place to watch the sunset.

Topping Rose House is a beautifully restored nineteenth-century Greek revival inn at the end of Bridgehampton town, one of the few hotels in the area that operates year-round. Beyond the rooms, there's a pool, gym, Naturopathica spa, and an on-site Jean-Georges restaurant worth visiting whether you're a guest or not. The hotel also hosts seasonal workout residencies, Isaac Boots has been among the trainers who've led programs here. It's a full-service hotel for anyone who needs Manhattan amenities without leaving the Hamptons.

While there's no lack of seafood joints in this neck of the woods, this dockside restaurant in Sag Harbor is the ideal place to indulge (the parchment baked halibut is unreal) while catching the sunset on the sprawling patio overlooking the bay.

In a space inspired by old-school New England summer camps—there are vintage water skis and tennis rackets up on the walls—the Rubirosa team slings thin-crust pizzas (get the signature “tie dye” with vodka sauce and pesto) alongside classic starters (arancini, baked clams, crispy calamari), handmade pastas (the cavatelli with sausage and broccoli rabe is tops), and hearty mains (shrimp scampi, chicken parm, et al.).

Brooklyn-based Fini Pizza has a location in Amagansett. Grab slices of New York- or Sicilian-style—the white pizza with lemon zest and a lemon wedge is out of this world—or take home a whole pie. Gluten-free options are available, too.

This barn-like roadside space is home to one of our favorite spots in the Hamptons: Highway Restaurant, the perfect place for an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner. The menu isn't married to any one cuisine—Peking duck (Fridays only), chicken stir-fry, and really good American cheeseburgers all share the page—and there are plenty of tasty veggie options too. If you order one thing, make it the Korean chicken buns. This summer, they've added Mexican Mondays to the rotation.

NYC staple Il Buco has landed in East Hampton. In a nod to Il Buco’s sister restaurant in Ibiza, Bottega il Buco, you’ll notice tinned fish like Spanish anchovies, grilled whole mackerel, and tons more seafood goodness on the menu. Reservations essential.

Mexican is hard to come by in Sag Harbor, which makes K Pasa even more of a find, a refreshingly casual joint (especially by Hamptons standards) that still pulls off perfect margaritas and creative tacos, with options like the steak with bacon jam and crispy shallots and the grilled halloumi with coconut black beans. With a front-row seat to the Sag Harbor pier and those cotton-candy sunsets, plus a buzzy bar, a community table, and surprisingly reasonable prices, it's an easy sell.

La Fondita is a great snack stop for casual, authentic Mexican dishes like tacos, tortas, and sopa de tortilla. Everything is freshly made and the setup is simple: outdoor seating on picnic benches, or takeout.

The NYC-based French bistro brings its sister outpost to Sag Harbor, where it boasts one of the best views of the harbor and sunset in the Hamptons, plus all the classic French dishes you'd expect. Go for the staples: the moules-frites, the niçoise salad, and the Cajun chicken (it's what they're known for, and rightfully so). Expect a bustling bar, a packed dining room, and a proper scene.

Nick & Toni's is a Hamptons institution: the kind of place you go every Friday night for dinner, where you've devoured everything on the menu a million times and still aren't sick of it, where you know the other diners and are on smile-and-wave terms with the chef. The restaurant has been feeding East Hamptonites since 1988, and the experience from start to finish is pure comfort—the Tuscan-farmhouse-style setting, the dependably delicious primi, the servers who remember your name.

Balmy summer nights and dinner plans with a crowd call for the shareable feasts Mexican cuisine does best. Rita Cantina sticks to local bounty (where possible) for its menu of short rib birria tacos, chorizo clams, and grilled Mexican street corn. Beyond the food, the yellow-and-white patio with its striped parasols is a sunny, happy place to land day or night—and the bar stays open late, which is a real rarity in the Hamptons.

If you’ve been to Sag Harbor Tavern’s Brooklyn sister restaurants, Hometown Bar-B-Que and Red Hook Tavern, you know owner and chef Billy Durney does magic with a cheeseburger, a thick slab of bacon, and ridge-cut French fries. Come here for lunch or dinner, and you’ll see plenty of those burgers walking by, along with fragrant plates of mussels, rock shrimp pasta, branzino, strip steak, and brick chicken. We love it so much that we even featured it in the goop list 2024.

Sant Ambroeus’ original Hamptons outpost is in Southampton, where it's been a fixture for years. It's really two spots in one: there's the take-out cafe and gelato counter, sandwiches, pastries, coffee, and ice cream to go, with a few tables spilling onto the street as soon as you walk in, and the restaurant tucked toward the back, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Whichever you choose, you can't go wrong.

Tucked just off Water Mill's tiny stretch of town, Suki Zuki has been serving some of the best sushi in the Hamptons for years. It's no-frills and entirely unchanged, exactly the way the regulars want it. Our picks: the Chicken Teriyaki Salad and the "Tuna Sandwich." A note: be prepared to wait for a table on Friday and Saturday nights, it gets busy.

Robert Caravaggi's beloved Upper East Side institution, Swifty's, opened at The Colony in Palm Beach in 2019—taking what felt like half the Upper East Side with it. And now that Colony owners Sarah and Andrew Wetenhall have taken over The Hedges Inn, Swifty's has landed in East Hampton, too. With the hotelAfter a major undergoing a major redesign this winter by David Netto, the space will look entirely different from last summer (and it looked beautiful then—so we're even more excited to see what he's done with it). Expect the classic Swifty's experience: big juicy burgers, popovers with honey butter, Maryland crab cakes, and the kind of convivial vibe the room is known for.

Jean-Georges Vongerichten's restaurant at Topping Rose House serves seasonal, farm-to-table cooking sourced from local farms and fishermen. Expect the signature dishes, crispy rice with salmon, steamed artichokes, kale salad, alongside seasonal offerings. Open year-round for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a weekend brunch that's casual but elevated, and easy for the whole family.

After an incredibly successful inaugural season at The EHP Hotel and Marina, Wayan & Ma. Dé is back for round two. It's a low-key setting paired with a high-end dining experience—and unparalleled sunsets to boot. The dynastic team turns out magical, Balinese-inflected dishes like charred pork ribs and lobster noodles, all built around local ingredients. The cocktails, for what it's worth, are almost too pretty to drink.

Carissa Waechter is a familiar name on this skinny stretch of Long Island. Her pies, cakes, and pickled sourdough rye (the starter has been going since 1999) have been gracing the tables of year-round residents and New York blow-ins for years. Fresh produce comes from nearby farms, and an expanded bakery space means even more pickled rye and olive ciabatta for the locals who know just how good it is (very). Worth noting: this location is takeout only.

Grindstone’s makes great single-origin organic coffee and flavored lattes, but everybody’s here on Saturday mornings for the yeasted donuts, which are light, not too sweet, and unfairly good. Their evergreen menu leans toward the classics, like simple sugar, glaze, or strawberry sprinkle, while specials lean creative or grown-up. (Perhaps you’ll find Boston cream, lavender, or lemon poppyseed.) Don’t come too late in the morning; they sell out fast.

With multiple locations scattered throughout NYC, Jack's Stir Brew has a major presence on the East End too. The coffee is outstanding, and the breakfast sandwich is excellent. Be sure to come early to beat the lines.

The coffee at Sagtown is reliably good, and everything on the menu can be made iced, making it the perfect pick-me-up at any hour. New this summer, they're launching Sagtown Après: Thursday through Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m., the café transforms into a laid-back spot for wine, beer, and small plates.

S&S Corner Shop is where Brooklyn-cool meets Springs low-key—an offbeat coffee house with fresh pastries, sundries and supplies, and a notable art-book collection. New this summer: a women's clothing section that’s definitely worth a browse, too.

NYC-based Swedish-candy favorite BonBon has arrived in Sag Harbor, and Swedish candy really is better, made with real sugar, plant-based colors and flavors, and air bubbles (not gelatin) for that signature bouncy texture. Grab a mixed bag if you're in a hurry, or scoop your own (the pineapple-blueberry skulls are a must). The shop is open until midnight, which makes it the perfect post-dinner detour.

Tucked away in Sag Harbor, Cavaniola's is a cheese shop as masterful as anything you'd find in a major city. Since opening in 2004, they've expanded their Sag Harbor footprint to include a highly respected wine shop and a gourmet prepared-foods store, all located right next to each other. Even better, Cavaniola's has a cheese, caviar, and charcuterie ATM that's open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

El Farm turns locally sourced ingredients into prepared foods with a Latin twist: think roasted tomato salsa and dips that travel perfectly to a beach picnic or dinner at home. The menu also runs through tacos, gourmet sandwiches, and a rhubarb-berry pie that's worth the detour alone.

When you're hunting for a hard-to-find ingredient, Farm & Forage probably has it. Every item on the shelves is seed-oil-free, and the curation is genuinely niche, the kind of edit that earns the "best of the best" label. The shop carries its own exclusive in-house caviar brand and caters to the most discerning customer, whether you're after the best local produce or their top-tier prepared foods (which the New York Times and New York Magazine have both compared to the iconic Round Swamp).

Goldberg’s is home to the most famous bagels in the Hamptons, no question. The Water Mill outpost is one of its larger locations, with plenty of outdoor seating, plus ice cream, baked goods, and brick-oven pizza alongside the bagel menu. That said, it's not really a sit-down kind of place; it's a takeout spot at heart, the kind you grab from on your way home to feed a hungry house. New this season, and perhaps the most over-the-top Hamptons offering yet: caviar, ready to be piled onto your bagel. Yes, really.

Hand-thrown Bellocchi casseroles, black clay Assisi serving platters, and hand-finished linen placemats made with Renaissance weaving techniques—shopping for table and kitchen items here is like taking a trip to the Italian countryside or a tiny medieval village. In the Hamptons, where tablescaping is a sport, the pieces here set you up for a win. They also have a small counter of fresh baked goods and beverages to take to-go (don't miss the strawberry rhubarb pastry, we're still thinking about it.)

In the center of town, L'Epicuriste is the go-to spot for curated home and tabletop pieces, French cheese knives, wicker baskets, ceramic salt and pepper shakers, paired with gourmet pantry essentials like truffle-infused pasta, a special olive oil from Sicily, salt from Madagascar, and everything you need for the perfect charcuterie board. Everything is designed to elevate everyday living in the Hamptons.

With a "From Seed to Glass" motto, this distillery is a perfect pitstop to sample spirits or enjoy happy hour. Made from on-site estates and produced there too, catch some live music, pop-up olive oil tastings, or other collaborations. As the Hamptons go, this refreshing alternative programming is certainly a standout.

Stuart's provides some of the best seafood in the area, plus a fully stocked pantry of dream ingredients (panko, anchovies, San Marzano tomatoes) and the best pre-made cocktail sauce ever. With some notice, they'll also put together a pretty epic clambake or lobster dinner.

Katie Baldwin and Amanda Merrow established their iconic Amagansett farm in 2009. Having reintroduced wheat to the East End, the duo has quite literally reinvented the meaning of "local bread"—at their on-site market, you can stock up on scrumptious pastries and the farm's freshly milled wheat. Make sure to pick up produce from the farm stand or tuck into farm-to-fork food at the Amber Waves café. They also offer a CSA program (community supported agriculture), in which members can pick up a box of fresh, seasonal produce every week.

Probably home to the best produce in the Hamptons, Balsam Farms' opened in 2003 and offers a wide range of their own straight-from-the-field vegetables, herbs, fruits, and flowers. The stand also stocks a high-quality selection of dairy, meats, fresh baked goods, gifts, and jarred items.

Round Swamp's Bridgehampton outpost, tucked in the parking lot behind The Candy Kitchen, is the rare place where the hype is actually warranted. This family-run market, nine generations deep, sells their own produce, fresh fish, and scratch-made baked goods and deli items. Everyone comes for the chicken salad, pizzas, Lisa's Brownies, and pies. Lines stretch all day Friday and Saturday until they sell out.

Our Hamptons outpost is housed in a traditional shingled cottage right on the marina, a bright, beautiful space stocked with goop Beauty essentials and GWYN pieces to wear all summer long. Beyond that, you'll find our curated assortment of swimwear (we're obsessed with Bond-Eye), totes from Rue de Verneuil, AGOLDE shorts, gems from Uniform Object and Spinelli Kilcollin (specifically selected by our team for the Hamptons), and open shelves of Farah Hoimidi and Saie, plus everything else you might need for a perfect Hamptons summer.

Designers, curators, and shopkeepers Kristin Fine and Analisse Taft-Gersten make hunting for vintage furniture an adventure. Treasures from decades past are brilliantly displayed with modern pieces, art, lighting, textiles, and sweet little somethings that take all the stress out of hostess gifting. And thanks to the ever-evolving assortment and growing event programming, no two visits are ever alike.

Neighborhood bookstore BookHampton has been a presence in East Hampton, in various incarnations, for more than 40 years. Thanks to new owner—famed art dealer and gallery owner Larry Gagosian—the shop has introduced even more space for art books, literary events, and guest speakers. The rare art books located all the way at the top of the shelf are incredible—and you can peruse through them if you ask nicely.

Our favorite florist in Bridgehampton, and maybe all of the Hamptons. Owners Michael Grim and Jim Osburn have been part of the Hamptons community for over 30 years, handling everything from simple arrangements to full tablescapes, dinner parties and major events for 200 people and beyond. They also do weekly home arrangements. For anything flower-related, this is the place.

Owner Elizabeth Eichner’s background is in set design, which puts the contents of her enviably chic shop into beautiful context: The bulk of the assortment is sourced from artisans, makers, and designers she’s met through her work travels. Come here for pottery, serving pieces, linens, art prints, and décor with a story to tell.

Elyse Walker has quickly become a Main Street fashion staple, balancing designer collections from the likes of The Row, Khaite, Loewe, and Toteme with a thoughtful edit of emerging brands mixed in. Founded in Pacific Palisades over 25 years ago, the shop has a way of pulling you in for one sweater and sending you out with an entirely new outfit.

The art scene in the Hamptons gets bigger every year, so it’s only fitting that the collectors and artists that migrate here each summer should have a New York City-quality art bookstore. Harper’s hosts exhibitions of emerging artists year-round, and they have an original, yet thorough, selection of books on rare photography, art, and literature available. It’s also a great stop if you need a last-minute hostess gift.

Knockout Beauty is the only beauty shop in Bridgehampton worth knowing, stocking classic names like Augustinus Bader and Westman Atelier alongside emerging brands you need to discover. Located in the heart of town, the store is neatly curated with everything from skincare and makeup to tools and essentials.

At La Garçonne, founder Kris Kim curates for the design-minded minimalist—always elegant, never boring. You'll find the perfect classic sunglasses from Jacques Marie Mages, a sculptural outfit from Comme des Garçons, delicate handcrafted pieces from Arts & Science, and so much more.

For a minimalist’s paradise, you mustn't miss The Row's Amagansett boutique, housed in the cottage previously occupied by Tiina the Store. The streamlined silhouettes and exquisite tailoring are flawless, and the ever-changing jewelry edit is always worth the visit—ranging from Lisa Eisner to de Vera.

TWP’s second-ever shop, the first is their Lower Manhattan flagship, on Sag Harbor’s main entryway. Come here for supersoft tailored shirts, puddle-hem pants, and elegant evening gowns.

A non-Hamptons Hamptons spot—this art center and music venue is way off the beaten track, but worth the trip. With a low-key, word-of-mouth Berkshires vibe, bring a chair and a picnic and enjoy the historic, community-minded location. Programming is free.

This new three-court padel club offers memberships—available seasonally or year-round—that get you access to priority court booking and discounted clinics and private lessons. They also host backgammon, table tennis, and pottery classes (all open to members and non-members), if you’re looking to hang out before or after your court reservation.

Dan Flavin was a mainstay of the Hamptons art community, and it's fitting there's a space devoted entirely to his work. This renovated firehouse, stewarded by the Dia Art Foundation, houses a permanent collection of Flavin's fluorescent light installations on the top floor and a space for rotating exhibitions on the lower floor. And admission is free.

Guild Hall is the cultural heart of the East End—a museum, performing arts venue, and education center founded in 1931. With a full theater program alongside its rotating exhibitions, it’s a true Hamptons institution.

This airy East Hampton gallery brings inspired contemporary art to the Hamptons, and from the very first show, it has presented an eclectic, experimental range of international artists and programming. The gallery represents emerging and mid-career talent, many of whom have works in the permanent collections of major museums worldwide. It's always worth a visit.

Textile designer and Hamptons fixture Jack Lenor Larsen opened the Longhouse as a place to share his eclectic collection of art and artifacts. It's best known for a fantastic sculpture garden that, in addition to an imaginative landscaping layout, displays works from the likes of Willem de Kooning, Buckminster Fuller, Toshiko Takaezu, Sol LeWitt, and Yoko Ono.

The Parrish is the definitive art museum in the Hamptons. Set on a wide lot of farmland and designed to echo the original farm structures that once stood on the property, it's a genuinely special place to spend an afternoon with art. This summer, they're hosting an Ellsworth Kelly exhibit that we're particularly looking forward to.

Once shared by Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner, this small homestead from 1879 is now a National Historic Landmark. Here you'll see many artifacts from their life, including everything that was still in the house when Krasner died, as well as a studio where you can see Pollock’s process documented across the paint-splattered floor. Open Thursdays through Sunday for 1-hour guided tours, by reservation only.

For 60 years, on 10 immaculately maintained acres, Stony Hill Stables has been the top equestrian facility out east. They do weeklong camps for kids as young as four, teaching the basics of grooming and riding. Littles can take pony rides. And older kids can dive into serious competition—jumping and dressage—under trainers who show at major events. They have horses available to lease, too, and boarding if you have a horse of your own.

Tripoli Patterson, a surfer-turned-gallerist who grew up in the Hamptons, curates compelling exhibitions of contemporary artists he's genuinely inspired by. It's not all bland white walls—the space feels like a younger, cooler, fresher take on what a gallery can be.

Our go-to no-frills acupuncture spot in the Hamptons. The team brings deep experience in traditional Chinese medicine and ancient acupuncture techniques, and every patient gets an in-depth case history and a personalized care plan. The practice also specializes in infertility and fertility health.

Forma Pilates has become synonymous with challenging, sought-after Pilates. With roots in LA and a loyal, A-list following, it's known for a consistent, results-driven approach. Their Sag Harbor outpost, located within Post House, is a hot commodity, expect it to be fully booked all summer. The classes are pricey, but with the best instructors in the business, the results speak for themselves. A few notes: it's not for beginners, and it's referral-only, but their online classes are open to everyone.

A cult-favorite LA and New York dance-based workout has found a home at The Barn. A blend of dance, music, and conditioning into a 50-minute class that combines cardio, athletic movement, and elements of meditation. It's designed to be easy to follow, so you don’t need a dance background, but it still remains dynamic and engaging. And the music drives everything.

For most of the year, trainers Holly Rilinger and Jen Ford teach their meditation-infused, high-energy strength classes over livestream. But their East Hampton pop-up brings the experience IRL: You’ll leave sweaty, clear-headed, and smiling, too.

Mandala Yoga was founded by Jolie Parcher, who set out to create a strong wellness community through her studio. Beyond yoga for all levels, they have several additional wellness offerings, including meditation, aromatherapy, and massage. Even kids can join in—the studio's classes for ages 3 to 10 incorporate music, art, and games. Plus, they've just rolled out a dance program—and we're already obsessed.

For a more classical, balanced approach to Pilates, Norma Jean is the studio to know. Expect to leave feeling aligned, lengthened, and genuinely relaxed, the perfect counterpoint to a busy weekend.

Located in the middle of Bridgehampton, One Ocean holds yoga classes at all levels, from foundational yoga for first-timers to challenging courses and workshops for advanced students. You can book private sessions here, too.

Post House is a fitness facility built around posture-based training and progressive weightlifting designed to reprogram the body in a way that feels distinctly different from your average gym experience. Members can book private and semi-private sessions or join the high-energy group classes, all led by expert trainers and set to a soundtrack that earns the eclectic, almost-clubby atmosphere it's known for.

In addition to their Southampton location, SLT has an East Hampton outpost. The 50-minute Megaformer workout fuses cardio, strength training, and Pilates-inspired moves—and it's not for beginners.

Tracy's newly redesigned Sag Harbor studio sits right on the water, with light pouring in from every angle, a stunning waterfront space on the marina that's also home to the debut of the brand-new RheaMetis Reformer. Open year-round, the studio offers a full summer schedule of her signature classes at all levels: muscular structure, dance cardio, and group MYMODE.

With a second location in Bridgehampton at The Barn, TREMBLE is a high-intensity, low-impact, full-body workout on Megaformers that blends the best of strength training, cardio, and Pilates-inspired movements into a single class. Note: don’t forget your grip socks, they’re required. Also, parking can get crazy at The Barn, so give yourself a few extra minutes to organize a spot.

Wave is a wellness social space, open to members and non-members alike, with drop-in treatments alongside a membership model for deeper access. The space includes a mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy cabin offering 60- and 90-minute sessions, a communal social sauna, and a cold plunge suite with three pools for contrast therapy. The class schedule spans sculpt, strength, restorative, and breathwork sessions, and the treatment menu rounds out the offering with lymphatic drainage, Brazilian wood sculpting, and an elevated acupuncture practice incorporating cupping and sculptural facial work. If you want contrast therapy, a sculpt class, and acupuncture under one roof, this is the place.

Topping Rose House is turning into quite the wellness mecca. The Ness is taking up residency here for the summer, offering their signature dance and trampoline classes. And the spa uses Naturopathica products for anti-inflammatory massage treatments. You don’t have to stay here to take advantage, but do book your spot early; the hotel packs out every weekend.

In the heart of Amagansett, The Reform Club offers a serene, green escape—and on Saturday mornings, Lucky Honey runs pop-up classes outdoors. Classes are complimentary for hotel guests. They also offers surf lessons, sound healing, in-room spa treatments, reiki, and meditation.

For the sailor (or boat enthusiast) in your life, look no further than Barton & Gray Mariners Club. The membership-based service gives you access to a fleet of pristine Hinckley yachts and their own custom-built, larger Barton & Gray Daychaser Yachts—piloted by professional captains—at locations across Southampton, Sag Harbor, and East Hampton. Members can take a boat out for a day of cruising, swimming, sunset chasing, or harbor-hopping without any of the hassle of ownership (no maintenance, storage, or insurance). Membership starts with a $24,500 initiation fee, with annual dues of an entry level membership at $39,500. It's the smartest way to spend the summer on the water.

There's no transportation more iconic to the Hamptons than the Jitney. In operation since 1974, the bright green coaches have become a true rite of passage—everyone who's spent time out east has taken one at some point. Departing daily from convenient Manhattan locations and stopping in every major Hamptons town from Southampton to Montauk, the Jitney is comfortable, reliable, and refreshingly unfussy. Wi-Fi, power outlets, and complimentary snacks come standard, so you can work or sleep your way out to the beach. It’s not the fastest option, but a classic for a reason.

For a step up from the Jitney, the Hampton Ambassador is the Hamptons' more elevated coach service. More of a business class experience on the road with extra legroom, fewer passengers, complimentary refreshments, and a quieter ride. Routes run between NYC and Southampton, Bridgehampton, East Hampton, Amagansett, and Montauk, departing from convenient Manhattan locations.