Such a well-run business! Food was excellent and so was the service. Over 100 degrees outside but cool enough to be comfortable inside. Limited beer selection would be the only thing I would change but you can find something that works. Wine selection is decent. We had the Mussels in a wine sauce which were very good, the oysters Rockefeller which were the best I've ever had, including when I make them, the fish and chips which were outstanding and the brussels sprouts which were also very good. Reservation was easy to make on Resy. We arrived a bit early and they took us in no problem. We've tried a number of places in PJ and we've really enjoyed most of them but I think we're going to be regulars at Castaways. It was really tremendous! read more

We went down port on a whim on a beautiful summer night. Part of the fun was taking a walk and finding a a great spot for dinner. The restaurant was packed, but people were also finishing up their meals so we gave it a shot. We were able to sit outside and the outside dining area was set up really nice and comfortable with bistro lighting and even some potted palm trees. Felt more like San Diego than Port Jefferson. Inside was also tastefully done up in the nautical theme which is good to know if it's a rainy day or in the colder weather. I've read some reviews about the service and we had the exact opposite with super attentive service. Our server, Brianna came over right away and took our order in no time. I mentioned doing a dish gluten free and she asked if I had celiac. She went above and beyond making sure that my meal would be safe to eat and offered substitutions so there would be no cross contamination. I've had the condition for 18 years so I know pretty well what I can tolerate and that most places let you down and I just deal with it. That wasn't the case at all here and Brianna made sure of it. We started off with the spinach artichoke dip and this was one of the best versions I ever had. Like in the top 3 really and one the other two was home made. It was that good. I had plenty of carrots and celery to nosh on with the dip and they kept the bread on a separate plate altogether. Like I said, they really understood my condition I also had bariatric surgery back in the winter and I'm slowly venturing out in the world of solid food. So I picked the surf and turf steak and lobster sandwich. I figured I know I can handle steak if done right and I wouldn't be too bummed if I couldn't tolerate the lobster. Brianna had it served to me on a really good gluten free bun. This sandwich really worked out so much better than I thought it would. The steak was exactly to order and the lobster was super tender. I was only able to have maybe a fifth to a quarter of it. That's equally because that's all I can physically have these days and because the sandwich was beyond huge. The rest of the family's choices were home runs too and included a killer wedge salad, a perfectly cooked burger and salmon. Those were devoured so no complaints with those as well. It should be noted by the reactions by everyone at the adjacent tables were having a very similar experience and it was just a really enjoyable time. Our family is getting older (aren't we all), so diners and moments like this are so special. Castaways definitely held up its end of the bargain. I'm so glad we stopped in, and I can't wait to stop back the next time we're down port. read more

I do absolutely recommend this place. We been here few years back. A lot of remodeling and changes later this place looks amazing. I love outdoor seating and the weather was perfect for it. It was time for lunch and Iam not a big fan of sandwiches my husband ordered few appetizers and main course for the two of us. Everything was delicious and Hailey, our server, fantastic. Very happy with our visit. read more

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Castaways happy hour is 12:00 noon to 6:00pm daily. Another big and beautiful restaurant space with both indoor and outdoor seating areas. This place was packed early with people celebrating their children's graduations read more

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Prime location in port that's been on the "try" list for a while, and it didn't disappoint. The ambiance is great, food was very good, and overall a fair value (mostly). As many other reviews have mentioned, service was horrible but thankfully it was a beautiful day and we were in no rush. -Calamari: 4/5, not overly fried with that heavy feeling after eating deep fried food. Flavor was good and the Thai sauce paired well with the peppers. A little light on portion but overall good. -Lobster Roll: 4.5/5, went with the cold version and it was definitely one of the best I've had on the island. Much better than the place up the street with the word in its name! While it was stuffed the flavor was lacking a bit but still very good. I'd come back just for this. -Coconut Shrimp: 2/5, no bueno. Way over cooked, and definitely the worst value overall among the things we ordered. 5 small fried shrimp for $22. Caesar salad was very good too. Overall we were happy with our experience. We're fans of Drift 82 so this was right up our alley. Service was definitely lacking but still a solid experience and we'll definitely be back. read more

Everything we had tonight was awesome. Love the decor and ambience. We started the mussels in green curry sauce, it is absolutely best sauce I ever had with mussels!! The tuna tartar served with fresh taro chips. I can eat the chips all day. Lol. The tartar had a nice soy and sesame taste, it was perfect. The salad with arugula, beets, goat cheese and pumpkin seeds were the perfect blend of texture, whatever the dressing was added the perfect harmony to blend all the texture together. The seafood platter is cold, the clams were so tender and delicious, it actually overshadowed the oysters, which were also good. The prawns were almost as big as the lobster! read more

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Great food and drinks. Definitely worth a stop. Beach vibe, great service, we will definitely be back.

Great food but the waitress we had, Lauren, was actively ignoring me and giving me attitude, but did not do so to anyone else at the table as far as I know. I felt targeted from the beginning, when I hadn't said/done anything to her the entire dinner except for tell her my order (which she did not make an easy experience). read more

Castaways might just be one of my new favorite restaurants to go to on LI. It is SO cute on the inside with a nautical / ocean theme. We honestly stumbled in here randomly and I am so happy we did. We ordered a chicken caesar salad and the surf and turf sandwich to do splits with for our meal.... But I need to take time to talk about this tuna nacho special.......... It was actually perfection. It is served on wonton chips with jalapeños, avocado, some spicy mayo and honestly the best/freshest tuna I have ever tasted. SO GOOD. The bartender James was fantastic. He gave us great recommendations and took amazing care of us. Will defiantly be going back to sit in the outdoor patio soon. read more

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We're out here visiting a friend and hubby says we have to go to Castaways. The reason? You gotta try the oysters. So we arrive with our pup and we are seated outside in a nice little corner. I already love that we can bring her. The cocktails were not great but not boozy enough for the price. The calamari is tender and perfectly cooked and I am loving those hot cherry peppers. The oysters...amazing!! Really good and next time I'm gonna order that with a side of pasta and call it dinner. Hubby got the seafood risotto ...he didn't love it. I ordered the surf and turf sandwich...I didn't love it either. So I would come here again but order the things I know are good and no cocktails. read more

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My book club went to castaways for our holiday party! We had so much fun here. This place is so cozy and decorated very well! I was so glad to see someone open this place back up and have a nautical theme. Service was perfect, everyone was very nice & attentive. The menu is a perfect size in my opinion, my friends and I had truffle fries and the steak sliders to share, I thought they were delicious! Steak was cooked to my liking. I also had a salad with chicken and boy are they generous, I had so much chicken on my plate lol it was well seasoned! I would definitely recommend this spot and eat here again. read more

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Very good service very good food great atmosphere. I would highly recommend this to any of my friends will definitely come back here. The waitress was very good. read more

Nice atmosphere near the water, open walls feeling outside breeze was a nice touch. Service was great, food was just ok. Lobster bisque was very salty, the calamari salad felt tasted over dressed, the taro chips were chewy. Sliders were great. I'd probably come back read more

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Castaways in Port Jeff is one of those places that instantly brings me back. I grew up on Long Island, and every time I visit home, a stop in Port Jeff is a must. There's something about being by the water, hearing the ferry come and go, and taking in the charm of the harbor that just feels like home. Over the summer, after a perfect beach day on the North Shore, I stopped by Castaways for a classic summer meal-- a lobster roll and a Caesar salad. The lobster roll was exactly what I was craving: fresh, buttery lobster piled high on a perfectly toasted roll. Simple, but done right. The Caesar salad was crisp, well-dressed, and a great addition to balance out the meal. Paired with an ice-cold drink and a view of the harbor, it was everything I love about summers on the Island! The atmosphere at Castaways is relaxed but lively, and whether you're sitting inside or outside, you get that unbeatable waterfront feel. Service was friendly and efficient, and the food came out quickly despite a busy summer afternoon crowd. If you're in Port Jeff and looking for a great seafood spot with a view, Castaways is a solid choice. Whether you're a local, a visitor, or like me ... someone who will always consider Long Island home, it's worth stopping in for good food and that classic Port Jeff experience. read more

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Food is ok. Expensive. No wait to be seated but a little long wait for food. No free bread for apps just oyster crackers which u have to ask for. U also have to ask for napkins and straws or else they won't be given automatically. Had to wait long for box and checks. Service needs improvement. Ambiance is ok. read more

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Courtyard Dining, Food & Service Don't Match the Price Yesterday we went to Castaways Steak & Seafood in Port Jefferson for dinner with a group of seven, including three kids (two ordered adult meals). Meals Ordered: Our table had a variety of dishes -- seafood risotto, two 8 oz filet mignons, a cowboy ribeye with additional side dishes (charged separately), a chicken Milanese special, and one guest who opted for two appetizers: the tuna tartare and steak sliders. I also paired my ribeye with the lobster bisque, which was flavorful. Patrizia's chicken Milanese was seasoned nicely but thicker than she prefers. My ribeye, ordered medium rare, came out medium and was tougher than expected. The kids' filets were ordered medium but came out medium rare, though one enjoyed her baked potato side, which was generously portioned. Drinks & Setting: Since it was a pleasant day, we sat outside in the courtyard-style space, which has a lively flow of people walking by. I ordered a Bloody Mary (it was Sunday, after all), and we also shared two bottles of mineral water at the table. The overall atmosphere was casual and bustling. Service: Service was just average -- polite but nothing memorable. Despite mentioning the issue with my steak's doneness, nothing was adjusted or discounted, and everything was billed at full menu price, including the ribeye's extra sides. Pricing & Value: The total came to about $485 plus a standard tip. For that cost, we expected better execution in the kitchen and more attentive service. Multiple issues with steak doneness, along with ordinary service, made the evening feel very overpriced. Overall: We had a pleasant dinner as a family, but in my opinion, Castaways Steak & Seafood doesn't justify the premium prices. The courtyard setting is lively and convenient, but the food and service didn't deliver enough value. Two stars. Cautionary Tip Update - reviewing the menu for the review it looks like maybe the bill included a 20% auto tip. I must have not checked the receipt carefully. But we added extra tip which is unfortunate. Be careful with this auto tip for six or more. Maybe with larger parties I can see but to auto tip 20% on six people is ridiculous. read more

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We were excited to try Castaways, especially since the previous restaurant had been a longtime family favorite. We were also encouraged to learn that the current owner operates Drift 82 in Patchogue--something we quickly recognized from the menu and viewed as a positive sign, as we've consistently enjoyed our meals there. Our first few visits to Castaways were very good and led us to return several times and recommend the restaurant to friends. However, during a visit last summer with a party of 10, I noticed a decline in food quality. At the time, I attributed it to an "off" day. Unfortunately, our most recent visit with a party of five confirmed those concerns, and we all agreed afterward that we would not be returning. I often order the TNT salad at both Drift 82 and Castaways, so I'm very familiar with the dish. This time, the portion at Castaways was noticeably smaller--about half the size of what I've received previously. The salad is typically well-balanced with tuna and fried calamari, but this version was overloaded with calamari (all rings, no legs - usually not the case when I've ordered it) and contained very little tuna. The small amount of tuna served was an unusually bright pink color, which suggests it had been treated to mask freshness and quality - Google that tidbit if you're unfamiliar and you'll be glad you did. Anyway, as a result, I did not eat the tuna and only consumed the calamari. The lobster bisque was too salty to eat and was ultimately removed from our check. While I understand that bisque may contain minimal lobster, this one included only a spongy piece from a small claw, and the overwhelming saltiness made it inedible regardless. Other dishes at the table were similarly disappointing. The crab spaghetti was heavy with oil and lacked flavor entirely. The sea bass also had no discernible flavor, although the menu states it is pan roasted with green curry. The fish and chips were the lone exception, the diner was happy with it - after he added much needed salt. We had hoped Castaways would continue the strong start we experienced early on, especially given our positive experiences at Drift 82. Unfortunately, the decline in consistency, portion size, and overall quality made this last visit a deciding one for our group. I'm sharing this feedback in the hope that it's taken constructively, as the restaurant clearly has the potential to not rely solely on location, and to be much better than what we experienced. read more

Great ambiance! We sat outside over looking the water and watched the sunset while listening to live music! The drinks were fun and delicious! All the food we tried was good. Excellent location for a special celebration. read more

Good is tasty but pricey. The wait staff is awesome. We had a funny, personable waitress. The decor is cool...nautical, of course! read more

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Amazingly fresh seafood. Drinks top tier definitely get buzzed. Environment very good quiet happy hours are from 12pm-6pm Mon-Thurs. definitely recommend read more

Probably my 15th time eating at Castaways... I'm saddened to report, if you can't hold on to a cook, hence you're going to have issues. 3 times a charm and from what I've learned the new cook is the 3rd since they opened. Grossly over salted dishes, undercooked tortellini, all of which were identified as noticeable changes behind the scenes. Castaways has a chance to lead PJ village as the best destination but management needs to review what is being served. Lastly, recent menu changes were disappointing. If your staff is shocked over winners being removed, do you think your patrons would think any different? read more

We took the ferry over from Connecticut to visit Port Jefferson. It was my wife's birthday and I picked castaways for her celebration dinner. Glad I did. Though it's pricey the food, staff,location and atmosphere were all excellent. As it was her bday, most importantly my wife really liked it too. read more

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Lunch on a weekday here. Nice and quiet and the place has an ocean and nautical theme. Was seated by a window but at a very small table for two that only fit two plates. Enjoyed the castaway salad with grilled shrimp and hubby had the crab cake sandwich. Food was good but I wish my salad greens weren't so wilted. Grilled shrimp and candied pecans were delicious. Service was okay, had to frequently request for a refill of our waters. read more

All over just an excellent restaurant! From the menu, to the service it's a wonderful place ! I highly recommend the lobster bisque , it's simply delish ! In addition , the servers are amazing! Ask for Reins , she's amazing ! read more

Loved! Food was amazing and the atmosphere was perfect. We wanted a seat outside and there were none available so they satisfy a door and they opened the doors for us. Beautiful place and a beautiful location. read more

The food was so fresh and the service was amazing. Love the vibe outside felt like I was on vacation.

Food is quite bland, mediocre at best. Mussels were very bland where salt couldn't solve the sad situation, and left weird after taste. Each of the lamb chops pieces were all completely different temperature ranging from rare to well done. Lobster roll was priced very high but very dry and stale. We had to abandon the table and just go somewhere else to eat right afterwards. Overpriced. They think they're in Manhattan, but the food quality is not there at all. read more

Not a great value, good as overpriced and bland. Really Loud inside and hard to hear your table mates.

Spent $270 on lunch for two adults and a child. Dirty plates sat for over 45 mins on the table. No box for child meal. Horrible service for the price. Would recommend h20 or prime for the price and service quality. Was very disappointed. read more

Waitress our waitress Lauren was wonderful. Our food was very good as always except for that scampi sauce did not like that very much tasted pretty much like lemon water but everything else was very delicious. read more

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Nice open air restaurant in the heart of Port Jefferson. Bartender was so friendly and made an outstanding espresso martini. The spinach and artichoke dip with crab and lobster was excellent ! read more

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Matt our bartender was one of the nicest, most attentive bartenders I've ever had. He is incredibly polite and even asked "how can we cook that for you" when referring to our steak and burger temps. Something little that goes a long way. He is someone who cares about every aspect of his job and it shows. An employee you wouldn't want to lose read more

Great atmosphere, nice out door seating area in the heart of Port Jefferson with a full bar. We stopped in for lunch. The Jerk Chicken Nachos had plenty of chicken but it didn't seem to be Jerk Chicken. The guacamole appeared to be over processed and runny, and there was hardly any cheese to be found. There was a fresh avocado slices on top. Not your traditional make his. The Shrimp Tacos on the other hand were very good. The shrimps (2 in each) were large and the sauce gave it a nice kick. Bathrooms didn't appear to be well maintained for a busy Saturday afternoon. I would definitely try it again, just not the nachos. read more

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Delicious food, great atmosphere, great building. Great lobster roll and Caesar salad. Great spinach and artichoke dip. read more

Fantastic experience!! Service, ambiance, and food were amazing!! Gluten free options for my niece. The seafood risotto was simply incredible! Huge portions too. read more

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Very nice enjoyed happy hour!! Service was perfect sweet waitress!! Will fence back!!! Oh yes and food was delicious

Came here on Saturday afternoon while visiting my college kid at SB. Food was decent but the food took forever and we just ordered fish and chips, cheeseburger and tacos. The restaurant wasn't even busy, It's right near the ferry and the location was perfect. read more

So warm and cozy by the fire. Food was very good and we loved our waitress!! The Gorgonzola steak tid bits appetizer special was delicious!! Can't wait to go back for an outdoor meal when it's warmer! read more

Excellent food , service and drinks!!! I would definitely go back and have a full dinner. The bar atmosphere is perfect for a quick bite or watching sports! read more

We have dined at Castaways a number of times since they opened and have always had a great experience. We ended up having our rehearsal dinner there and could not be happier with the food and service. McKayla was truly a pleasure to work with and answered every question I had. She even made a custom menu for our event which was truly such a nice touch. For food my favorites are the lamb chops, peppered shrimp and blackened Mahi. read more

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