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

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

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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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

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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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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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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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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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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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

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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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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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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Lauren was the best waitress ever! The food, service and ambiance was so aesthetically pleasing and wonderful. We called and they accommodated us into the igloo immediately, with no questions. It was a plesent surprise and unforgettbale experience. We came in the rain, and Lauren still made sure to come and check on us with a positive attitude running back and forth in the pouring rain to attend to our needs! She was knowledgeable about the menu and everything she recommended we loved !! The crème brûlée was to die for and the crab pasta was mouth watering! We weren't rushed and sat for over 2 hours, being checked on and cared for in the best way! She wrapped our food, split our bill and overall made our time one to remember! totally recommend!! 10/10 read more

I would rate this place 5 out 5 if they'd have a nicer manager. I was at the place just for drinks, the manager asked us to leave the place because my 6 years old was eating an ice cream from next door (notice it is a open space) and I already had bought an ice cream in the restautant to avoid them to think we want to take advantage of the sitting area.(but the little girl wanted her favorite one) I was so annoyed cause minutes before I heard her complaining about the live music they have at the patio (which was a band they'd hired). This person have not sense of a good costumer service. read more

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I am such a fan of the sister restaurants that I was shocked at how bad this place was. All of the tables are uncomfortable and the lighting is poor. Service didn't seem to get it. Prices reflect a higher end establishment. food items themselves are pretty good. But, I would never go back. read more

We hadn't been to this restaurant since it changed owners. Wanted to give Friday Happy Hour a try. Walked in - wow - bar area fabulous. Bar seating limited. Bartender was very welcoming. We were told we'd need to be done by 6:45 as a private party booked. And, happy hour pricing and food limited to bar, not bar area high tops. Hmmmm. We decided to stay, and we were absolutely delighted we did. Outside table on a gorgeous night. Waitress Lay, yes she's heard many jokes, was delightful. The manager stopped by to checkin to see if our party of 4 ok as we'd moved. And offered apologies for the need to relocate. Mussels, OMG, delicious coconut sauce. Lay noticed I didn't like the toasted bread that came either it and had the manager bring me two, hot, freshly baked bread rolls. Yum. Soaked up the sauce. Oysters, fried squid, crab. Macaroni. Spectacular. We will be back! read more

The food was delicious. We ordered the baby bok choy salad with seared tuna and calamari in a ginger/red pepper dressing. It was the best calamari I've ever had! The tuna was done perfectly as well. We also had the seafood fra Diablo. Everything was tender, crisp and just perfect. It was a great location, right in the middle of Port Jefferson near the ferry. The chef certainly knows how to prepare seafood perfectly! Our waitress was attentive and cheerful. There is a nice selection of IPA tap beer as well. Overall, it was an excellent experience. read more

Love this place! Its our favorite place to go on Fridays for the live music and drinks read more

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Love the service and the burgers. Lobster bisque is delicious. Can't wait for Pink Drink October.

Great atmosphere, attentive staff and delicious food!! It has a dock side feel without actually be dock (close enough).

We had dinner at Castaways on Saturday night. the food was perfect, we had a pasta special, cheeseburger platter, fish and chips, and a lobster mac and cheese to share. First off, the service was impeccable. Our service (her name begins with R..) was so professional and delightful, in fact all the staff that tended to our meal were so professional. It makes a big difference to the dining experience when the service team seems happy to be there. The portions were large and delicious, the rigatoni special was exceptional. We dine out frequently in the PJ area this is by far our best experience. The live yacht-rock music was an added bonus. read more

I wish I could leave 10000000 stars! So delicious and excellent ambiance. Brought life back into port Jefferson read more

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I cannot recommend this recently reopened restaurant! it was a Sunday, mid afternoon and we ate inside. the tables are small and the chairs inside are VERY uncomfortable. I was Happy when we were done to leave. the food was mediocre at best. the $25 burger was big but NO TASTE. McDonald's or burger king tastes better. their server was nice but clearly overworked. we had to ask for everything (ketchup, salt and Pepper, the correct order,) and, the non alcoholic drinks like soda or iced tea dont get refills! the glasses came FULL of ice with little drink and no refills. when mentioned the glasses came full to the top with crushed ice and little tea/coke. the server apologized and said that was the policy. FORGET THIS PLACE. Go to Tommy's across the street! read more

Ordered cocktails got snowcones! Glass of crushed ice with about a 1/2 shot of liquor. Drinks were so watered down that you could barely taste them. Tuna tar tar was ok, more like an overpriced poke bowl. We left at that. Nice looking place, though. If you're gonna charge $15 for a cocktail, make a frigging cocktail! read more