A hidden gem exists on the very tip of Long Island in New York. The small fishing town of Montauk contains some of the best seafood restaurants and dining venues the Northeast has to offer. Here is our list that will be sure to entertain and excite your taste buds. While you are there, stop into our new Long Island office located in the Montauk Yacht Club and allow Joe Laundrie and the entire Denison team provide you with all the local knowledge and must-see attractions allowing you to further enjoy your boating experience!

1. Montauk Yacht Club

The Montauk Yacht Club is a resort & spa that features multiple restaurants and lounges highlighted by the Gulf Coast Kitchen.  Guests are transported to a warm living-room atmosphere that features historic images of the Yacht Club. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer expansive views of the serene waterway and marina. As for the menu, it is a blend of local ingredients with bold flavors combined with a relaxing setting that truly makes for an unforgettable dining experience.

Montauk Yacht Club
32 Star Island Road
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 668-3100

2. The Surf Lodge

First built in 1967, The Surf Lodge has become an international, much sought-after destination for local and international travelers looking for the perfect place for relaxing, wellness, sunshine, surfing, fishing, exceptional dining and unparalleled majestic sunsets. Known as being the ultimate summer surf and family destination, The Surf Lodge is the perfect place to call home and enjoy a local lunch. During the long summer days when the area is thriving with local fishermen, artists, travelers and surfers, The Surf Lodge creates a resting ground to find calm within a sense of community.

The Surf Lodge
183 Edgemere Street
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 483-5037

3. Rick’s Crabby Cowboy Café and Marina

If you are looking for fresh seafood with a top-notch local atmosphere, look no further. Rick’s has fresh caught striped bass, Montauk pearl oysters and clams, as well as outstanding lobster.

Allow this seafood café to make your fish wish come true. If you are not a seafood fanatic, Rick’s caters to meat-eaters and vegetarians as well. From 18-hour Smoked Pulled Pork to Butternut Squash Veggie Burgers, this eatery is sure to have what you’re searching for and will bound to keep you coming back for more.

Rick’s Crabby Cowboy Café and Marina
435 E. Lake Drive
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 668-3200

4. The Sloppy Tuna

Do not be fooled by the name. Situated directly on the Long Island sand, The Sloppy Tuna is a restaurant, bar, and nightclub all rolled into one fantastic experience. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing lunch or a night on the town, this venue can accommodate both in a seamless fashion. Featuring two floors of wide open space, it has breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean no matter where you may be. Come as you are, respect the locals and the ocean, and get ready to leave the world behind you at The Sloppy Tuna.

The Sloppy Tuna
148 S. Emerson Avenue
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 647-800

5. The Seawater Grill at Gurney’s Inn

This oceanfront restaurant is located within the famous Gurney’s Inn. They deliver ocean-fresh seafood, seasonal renditions, and signature drinks all while uniquely positioned on the water. The dining room provides sweeping views of the Atlantic from every table. After dinner, enjoy a romantic walk with your loved ones on their private white sand beach. The Seawater Grill is first class fine dining at its very best.

The Seawater Grill at Gurney’s Inn
290 Old Montauk Highway
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 668-2345

6. Gosman’s Dock

Priding themselves on the best lobster roll in Montauk, Gosman’s is positioned on the water at the edge of the Montauk Harbor entrance. Known for their fresh seafood and relaxing atmosphere, this is a restaurant you must experience when visiting Montauk. With indoor and outdoor seating, Gosman’s Dock is perfect for being with family, entertaining co-workers, or enjoying a wonderful evening with your significant other.

Gosman’s Dock
500 W. Lake Drive
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 668-5330

7. Harvest on Fort Pond

Harvest on Fort Pond, one of Montauk’s highest rated Zagat restaurants, is nestled on Fort Pond, just past the Hamptons. Creating family style Italian cuisine, Harvest is inspired by fresh Montauk seafood and homegrown produce.  They offer a sophisticated bar with creative drinks as well as outside al-fresco dining perfectly placed in their fully-functional vegetable and herb garden. Enjoy a delicious meal in one of a kind Montauk while experiencing the sunset at Harvest on Fort Pond.

Harvest on Fort Pond
11 S. Emery Street
Montauk, NY 11954
(631) 668-5574