After my 1st day snowboarding, due to our lack of snow this winter, Vail had the best forecast, and I happily rode 7 runs in 2-hours, and was then starving, after also skipping lunch. Since I'd parked at Lions Head, before I returned to Denver, I considered the Vail Chophouse, as their menu looked delicious, however when I went inside, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the live music was so loud - even with my noise-canceling headphones still in- that I still couldn't hear, and knew I'd blow out my ear drums.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Enter: [[HIGHLIGHT]]Montauk Seafood Grill, the perfect antidote, with an equally appealing menu, and a much more serene ambiance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] :-) Given I was famished, I asked my wonderful server, Brenn, for recommendations, and she was - hands down - one of the best servers I've had, in a long time. She was friendly, attentive, honest, and an all around delight. I started by asking her suggestion, as to if I should order the "Blood Moon" or "Happy Coconut" mocktail, and she recommended the Blood Moon, which was delicious! I love Blood Orange, and it had the perfect combination of mint, to be both sweet & sour. I needed a mocktail, given I was driving back to Denver, after dinner. She then brought me delicious Rosemary Sourdough and Citrus Butter, as a starter, which was fantastic, especially given I needed all the carbs, from skipping lunch, riding so much, and from fasting the night before, for a prior medical appointment, that morning, in Denver, hence my late start, snowboarding. Then I ordered - and loved - the Point Reyes Blue Cheese Crusted Filet Mignon, medium rare, with the most delicious asparagus I've ever had, and I was grateful that they could make my truffle potatoes, whipped, instead of hash brown style. I ended my delicious dinner with a cappuccino, for the drive home. Perfection! read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Pt. Reyes Blue Cheese crusted filet mignon - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Montauk is a staple here in Vail. It's fine dining with fresh seafood! Our recent visit was nice, not amazing but nice. When we arrived, staff was nice and they let us pick our table. The original table they had for us wasn't great and they were more than happy for us to move. Now the bad part.. I think by moving tables we got a waiter that was too busy to attend to us. Now this is a fancy restaurant so we expect perfect service. It was fine but slow in my opinion. Now for the food, it was pretty tasty as usual. I had a delicious light salad and then had their signature salmon dish. Portion size was as perfect for both items! Others at the table were not as satisfied. The scallops were delicious but there were only three served, for how expensive this place was, they should have given a few more. The rice was not great. As for the other diners in my party, they were happy with their meals. read more

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My husband and son had THE BEST Alaskan King Crab legs while we came here for vacation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a lovely restaurant![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We came here with a party of 6 and ALL of us loved our food! The waiter was top notch! Great service! read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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We have been here many times. Portions are VERY NICE, it may seem pricey but you will leave full. The Tuna is spectacular, my husband had short ribs, and son had a Ribeye. Wonderful wine list and all cooked perfect. read more

Montauk seafood grill has been on my list of dining destinations to check out while in Vail for some time and it was worth the wait. As a pescatarian I'm excited to have an upscale quality seafood restaurant conveniently located in Lions head Village. My partner and I came for a romantic dinner on a snowy Thursday evening in March. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience is bright but cozy, with appropriately themed art work decorating the space[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Our server was super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and gave great recommendations. We started with the crab salad appetizer which had abundant crab and a delicious sauce for dipping. We also had the basket of sourdough which was perfectly crusty and warm. For our entrees we split the Ahi Tuna - their signature dish for a reason. It was perfectly seared and so tender it melted in your mouth, served over a crispy rice cake and julienne vegetables. We also split the swordfish which I thought was just ok. It was very tender hut lacked the meaty steak-like texture I prefer for swordfish. We did not save room for desert but the selections looked delicious. I will be back to check them out next time. Overall, great dining experience if you are looking for a special evening! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Casual ambiance and good service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food delicious and fresh. The menu had many interesting dishes but I ended up with clam chowder soup and miso sea bass. Both were great dishes. read more

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Our favorite restaurant so far in Vail! From the service to the food, everything was top notch! Brenn B was our server and awesome! Very attentive and down to earth. Service was wonderful! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat on the patio which was perfect![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had stopped in earlier to see if we could get in early and on the patio but they were full, but the hostess remembered we wanted to sit outside and at our reservation time had a great table outside for us! We started with the calamari which was light and delish. The banana peppers were a fun addition! I had the ahi tuna and my husband had the sea bass, both wonderful! My kids both had pasta, but the kids menu was extensive and had some great options! (Steak, shrimp, salmon, king crab!) We actually debated going back again the next night but decided we needed to branch out read more

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The food was delicious. The Bouillabaisse special had a very flavorful broth and the Aji tuna stirfry was also tasty. Cocktails were well done and service was spot on. read more

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My sister and I went to dinner here two nights in a row because the food and service was so impressive. Really amazing menu and amazing food. Our server Brenn was attentive, friendly and offered good advice. Highly recommend! read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Lobster tail - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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I've been here a couple times - once for lunch and once for a company dinner. Both times the food was delicious and I would continue to come eat here. I opted for a veggie lettuce wrap for lunch and then had a set menu for dinner. The steak at dinner combined with a divine salad with goat cheese made for a memorable dinner. The chocolate sorbet for dessert was the best I've had and the cocktails were well made. Service has always been top notch and friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a cute restaurant in the Vail Village.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Food and service were great, our server and his trainee were very attentive and nice. However, do not get the oyster shooters. I had one and knew right away it was spoiled, but I had it anyways as to not waste it. Within 20 minutes I was throwing up in the bathroom. We had normal raw oysters and they were very good but it seemed like when it comes to the shooters they give you the bad batch. Unfortunately, even though everything else was great, I would not recommend this place as the entire meal was ruined due to a spoiled oyster shooter. read more

I got to try some ahi, and ordered a simple salmon plate with the sesame garlic sticky rice & some veggies. The dishes are huge & you could easily share. The specialty salmon dish was also tasty. Everything was cooked well. The lime cheesecake is also worth ordering. read more

We visited Vail for a wedding and took the time to carefully review which restaurants to try. Montauk really stood out. Yes, Montauk in Vail! Don't miss this place. We started with the gazpacho and the wedge salad, followed by the salmon, lobster tail, and an addition of Dungeness crab. The sourdough bread was amazing. The only critique was the sides; the sticky rice and mashed potatoes were just okay. I would definitely come back here again. Ricky, our waiter, provided excellent service. read more

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We had such a great dinner. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The dining room was really nice[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and our waiter couldn't have been more helpful. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the scallops and steak and both were amazing. Even the sides were full of flavor and beautifully done. Definitely a spot I'd go back to and highly recommend if you're in Vail. read more

I took my 10 year old son here for a mom and son date as a reward after a doctor appointment in Edward's. We both had the Alaskan King Crab legs and they were absolutely delicious! I was pleasantly surprised at the sophisticated kids menu that offered healthy choices and balanced meals as an option. If I have to order any more chicken fingers & french fries or Mac & Cheese for my kids again, I'll lose it! He cleaned his plate and then we had the Key Lime Cheesecake that is to die for! Service was excellent. The Spicy Senorita cocktail made with Herradura Tequila was delicious with my meal and the Tito's Espresso Martini paired perfectly with the dessert! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat in the bar area, watched the football game and enjoyed the casual setting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Montauk, "Where the Ocean Meets the Mountains" (I Love this!) was the perfect choice for us and we can't wait to go back! read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - My kids eyes when he saw the crab legs!! So excited! - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Stopped in for dinner and found everything to be very good. We had the lobster tail, a NY strip (slightly tough), and a trio of sorbet for dessert. The lobster tail was excellent. The service was fine. I thought the prices were a bit high, but overall the meal was pretty good, and I'd go back again. read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Menu - May 2024 - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Everything was outstanding. Its a hard life, living in Colorado, being one that is completely crazy for awesome seafood. Let's face it, other than Trout, we are over 1,000 miles where the good stuff lives. We have to trust that fish and shellfish are properly stored and shipped quickly, on ice, never frozen. That's why I am astounded that I found a complete gem in the heart of the Rockies. We started with the Fried Trio and the Clams, Oysters and Shrimp were outstanding and the wife commented that the dish came with the best Tartar Sauce she has ever had. Then we move to the main dishes, of Salmon and Sea Bass. Both were prepared... just fantastic. This is BIG for me... but nothing we were served had even a hint of "fishy" taste or smell. Everything seemed fresh and clean!!!! Service from Kieran was over the top. What a great young man with impeccable manners and fun/friendly. Keep it up Montauk... we are a 2 hour drive and we will be back. read more

Had high hopes based on good reviews but our experience fell short. For starters, we were the only people in the restaurant, yet it took 10 minutes for someone to come over and pour us water. After another long wait, we ordered appetizers. The carpaccio did not come with bread, and was just a plate of sliced meat. When we asked for bread, they told us the sourdough was $9 and would have to be baked for 3 minutes. Fast forward 10 minutes, and it finally comes out while our meat sat on the table. Dinner took almost 35 minutes to come out, despite my 3 person party only ordering steak and pan seared fish. Dinner was plated like it was out of a cafeteria. Very unprofessional for a $70 filet mignon which surrounded by spooned on sides. I ordered medium rare, and when I cut inside there was no pink. Fortunately, it was a high quality cut of beef, but for that amount of money. The dessert menu looked disappointing. Took another 10 minutes for our waitress to bring the check. Won't be returning ever. read more

Great experience! Server, Rick, was super awesome! Attentive, professional and knew his seafood - especially the oysters! Food was excellent and we eat seafood all over the US. Oysters & Dungeness crab were fresh. Dungeness crab, sea bass and sword fish were all PERFECTLY cooked. I had a coconut drink, my daughter had the blood moon and my husband wanted a Stella but they didn't have any so he had a Colorado house draft paired perfectly with his crab. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sat by a door but we weren't cold at all. Warmly lit and large windows allowed outside Christmas lighting in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Hostess was also attentive. Happy holidays! read more

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My wife and I went here during the Vail Beaver Creek restaurant week. I've wanted to come here for a long time because I love seafood. We started with the Restaurant Week special which was 6 oysters on the half shell with a glass of champagne. Our waiter Brian was very helpful when I asked about the four different oyster types they had. I went with his recommendations and was not disappointed. I don't remember what the types were but I was happy as a cl...oyster. For my entree, I ordered the Chilean Sea Bass and it was cooked perfectly. It had a nice crystal in it and the fish was SO good. My wife got a dish of sweet potato and apple as well as a small salad. Everything was very good. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and super attentive. He had great recommendations and was fun to chat with too. We had a great experience and would definitely go back. The prices are what you would expect from a high end seafood restaurant in Vail. read more

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A solid four stars for a seafood restaurant in land locked Vail, Colorado. Average price for Vail but expensive for us middle income folks. I had their signature scallop dish and yes it was good but one side of the scallop was undercooked while the other side was overcooked. I did have a wonderful time with the hostess when I asked if their seafood was as good as Red Lobster. read more

Montauk seafood grill has been on my list of dining destinations to check out while in Vail for some time and it was worth the wait. As a pescatarian I'm excited to have an upscale quality seafood restaurant conveniently located in Lions head Village read more

While visiting Vail, we were walking around Lions head village while checking out Octoberfest and stumbled upon Montauk. After checking out their posted menu, the wife and I decided we needed to give this place a shot because let's be honest, good seafood in Colorado is scarce. My wife made us reservations for Sunday evening @6:15. We arrived on time and were immediately seated and greeted by our waitress who was pleasant. We did not get any starters or drinks, just quickly ordered our meals. I have been wanting to try halibut for some time and after seeing it on the menu, I figured now was the time. I'm a sucker for king crab legs, so being able to add them Ala carte, well that was a no-brainer!. My wife ordered grilled scallops with Brussel sprouts and butternut squash. Since I have never had halibut, I have nothing to compare it to. It was pretty good, but not remarkable. I feel like it needed a sauce. I was a little disappointed in the lack of side options. I went with whipped potatoes and soy rice. The star of the show was definitely the crab legs. They were fantastic! I had one of my wife's scallops and they were really good. I'm not typically a fan of sprouts, but they were decent. All-in-all, Montauk is a solid seafood restaurant and I'll be back read more

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When I was scrolling open table for places to eat at in vail on our trip this place came highly recommended and kept popping up. I hesitated to make reservations at first. We were next door and the bartender actually talked us to going for dinner. We went in off season so they were pretty empty. We ordered the oysters (raw) my fiancé had shrimp and I had a delicious steak topped with crab meat. I will say we were too impressed with the sides that were offered. I feel like they were lacking. However the main courses were absolutely delicious. If you come here plan to get the oysters. Honestly they were my favorite part of the meal. Very upscale restaurant. read more

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been to vail many times but the first time here. it was very good. we tried the oyster shooters. that was different. i had the ahi tuna which was great and my wife had the bbq salmon which she also really liked. key lime cheesecake and espresso martini made for a good dessert. if you're staying in lions head definitely worth a shot read more

Montauk is dining experience you'll want to try when visiting Lionshead Village adjacent to Vail Village. It's been there for over 30 years and is one of the few places that you can enjoy fresh seafood in Lionshead. It's centrally located in Lionshead Village with great cocktails and wine to accompany its fresh food. Montauk has a fun atmosphere as it feels like you're near the ocean although you're landlocked and tucked into the Rockies of Colorado. For being a seafood grill there is plenty on the menu for everybody, even those who don't enjoy seafood. I was eating with family and we started with cocktails. I had "The Monk's Last Word" and it was done well. My girlfriend and I started with splitting the baby green salad with winter fruit and the artisan sourdough bread. I ordered the black angus filet mignon and she ordered the pan seared Chilean sea bass. They both were delicious. For dessert we had the trio of sorbets and the key lime cheesecake. Everything was good and the presentation of the food was fun and lively. The service wasn't so attentive but it didn't matter because of the good company. It's on the expensive side but on par for Vail. This is a comfortable yet classy place without trying too hard. If you want a good seafood restaurant in Lionshead Vail without feeling out of place, you'll want to give Montauk Seafood Grill a try. read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Black Angus Filet Mignon - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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A huge fan of Montauk Seafood Grill! While staying at The Hythe in Vail, Co. I had to find something for dinner each night as the village somewhat closes down in October just before the ski season rush. After the first night at Montauk, I knew I'd return again before leaving town! The first night I had their Filet, Whipped Potatoes, Bacon Brussels, and a cup of their Clam Chowder! The clam chowder was spot on and very fresh tasting. The filet was one of the better ones that I've had in some time! Cooked exactly as ordered, and coupled with their house made potatoes and Brussel sprouts, this was an awesome entree!! Returning again before leaving town, I had to get their Scallops & Grits! Grits are not created equal, but these are right out of the Deep South! The scallops are large and fried perfectly golden brown. The entree is very rich, but it is well worth the experience! BTW, don't cheat yourself out of experiencing the Sand Pie! read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Clam Chowder...on point! - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Food and service didn't deliver unfortunately. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were seated in bar party of 6, only regular seating in bar... it was empty in there otherwise.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was mediocre and food just ok. We are here for a month and have been twice and really wanted to like it. Not worth the money. read more

Very classic steak and seafood restaurant. Their menus change a lot so pictures in yelp are not representative of their current menu. The canadian mussels had a rich sauce which goes well with bread although the mussels themselves could have used more time cooking as a few mussels were closed and some had a raw unseasoned flavor They know how to cool steak so you cant go wrong with either the filet mignon or the ribeye. The portion size is definitely filling so come hungry! read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Oysters, sourdough bread, canadian mussels, lobster arancini - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Being that it was two days before Christmas in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic I was a bit hesitant to venture out to eat. (My assumption was that because of the upcoming holiday, and due to being reduced capacity -- only 20% -- that perhaps service and quality could be lacking.) I could not have been more wrong! The hosts were masked, gracious, and constantly cleaning the entryway doors. Our server Adam was attentive and made some great recommendations. To drink we enjoyed their "Monhattan" and glasses of prosecco. For our meals we had two varieties of east coast oysters, miso glazed sea scallops, the filet with a crab cake on the side, and the sand pie for dessert. Everything was delicious, prepared to perfection, and was really one of the most pleasant dining experiences I've had in a long time. (That's not just the quarantine talking either!) If we get back to Vail, I'd make it a point to eat there again! read more

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Great seafood spot on a mountain! I tried the grill, you can pick your protein and sides. Worked well for me since I don't like things too saucy. The service is excellent. Seafood is fresh and sides were delicious! The vibe is super chill. read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Grilled Sea-bass with potatoes and brussel sprouts - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Perfect ambiance and meal in Lionshead. Our waitstaff was so friendly. Love how much seafood variety the menu has, wow! Had the halibut for my main, which was amazing. My husband shared a cowboy ribeye with King crab legs--excellent again! Can't wait to come back when in the Vail area! read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - They add a 3% kitchen appreciation tip! - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

TLDR: Service is excellent, but food is on the pricier side. That said, prices are comparable to most fine dining restaurants in Vail. The Pork Chop is excellent, but as the restaurant is known for their seafood, I would highly recommends trying the Ahi Tuna Tacos. ... The Ahi Tuna Tacos were delicious (featured in the pictures below). Although the portion size was small - only two miniature tacos - the taco was not only crispy but the flavors fit so well together. For the entrees, we ordered the Swordfish with two sides, the Pork Chop, and the NY Strip Steak. The Pork Chop was excellent and the serving size was just right, leaning towards too large. The NY Strip Steak was alright - not as juicy and tender as I expected and the hash browns were slightly too salty. The Swordfish was delicious and flavorful. Overall, service was excellent - our waiter was very accommodating with our requests and took the time to explain the menu to us. read more

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Great food usually never fails. Some of the vegetables with the bass were undercooked and inedible. Calamari was greasy but the pesto grilled cheese is perfect. Had to ask the drunk table next to us to be quieter bc they were over served. read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Bass entree with added scallops - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

Something of a disappointment tonight. The halibut was decent and nicely sized, but the accompaniment was a fairly unpleasant salad of older lettuce and some chopped vegies - not as described on the menu. We wondered where the starter bread course was, and she said they'd discontinued it, but we could order a side of sourdough bread which we did. Unhappily the bread arrived after the entree was served, so we declined accepting it. Sue's three scallops were seared properly and pleasant but she did finish the same salad I did not enjoy. A simple bottle of German Pinot Blanc wine was expensive as expected. For the $200+ we spent, I have to say this is another of the one and dones we've experienced eating out lately. Will not return again. read more

Long story short, good food but bad service. We had a dinner reservation but arrived 15 mins early, so we sat at the bar and got some drinks while we waited for our table. I got the spicy senorita with the Don Julio tequila substitute. Very delicious, loved the kick! Once we were seated, we ordered all of our dishes at once, from wine to entrees. We wanted a bottle of Artemis cabernet, but they were out of it, so we got the Pride mountain vineyards cabernet. For appetizers, we got a half-dozen oysters, New England clam chowder (Tender Atlantic Littleneck Clams, Cream, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fresh Herbs), and heirloom beet & citrus salad (Ricotta, Grapefruit, Toasted Pistachios, Oranges, Micro Greens, Citrus-Shallot Vinaigrette). Loved the oysters. The chowder was pretty dang good - we wished they'd split it for us into two small bowls, but we made do. The beet and citrus salad was IMPECCABLE. And they split this for us into two dishes, so that was very nice. Loved the combination of beets with the sweet ricotta cheese and that tangy sweetness of grapefruit pieces! Now, this is where we felt service went downhill. We waited over 30 minutes for our entrees to come out, and our waitress did not check in with us at all during that time. We eventually had to flag down another waiter and ask him to check on our dishes. 5 minutes later, our entrees were out. No acknowledgement from our waitress regarding the wait time... So we were a little displeased with that part. For entrees, we got the braised black angus short rib (Soy-Ginger Glaze, Toasted Garlic & Sesame Sticky Rice, Pickled Red Cabbage With Serrano Chiles, Pan Jus Reduction) with 3 giant white prawns on the side, and pan blackened sea scallops (Sweet Corn Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes, Maine Lobster & Garlic Pan Sauce, Micro Arugula In Lemon Vinaigrette). The short rib went very well with the rice. And definitely enjoyed those prawns! The scallops are very large - 3 pieces total, and very salty! We couldn't finish them. However, they are done to the perfect temperature/texture. Good meal and good company, but could improve service. read more

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Dinner reservation at 8:15 day of for 8 adults, 3 toddlers: Menu on yelp, the website, and others were out of date. Current menu attached. Service took forever. We had most of our order planned out due making the reservation prior, but the whole service took 2 hours. Drinks and appetizers came at a reasonable time, but the main course took over an hour. Food itself was mediocre and incredibly varied. Fried shrimp for the kids were passable, and the East Coast oysters were probably the best part of the dinner. For the entrees, our table got 2 miso sea bass, 1 filet, 2 ny strip, 1 herb crusted-halibut, 1 scallops, and 1 of the straight grilled sea bass (pictured) The chef special items were tasty. The grilled sea bass was overly seasoned and one of the new york strips was incredibly bland. For how pricy the meal was, the consistency was awful. The sides were pretty decent, but the sticky rice was literally just garlic seasoned Asian rice. read more

Montauk Seafood Grill - Full menu with updated prices - Seafood Near Me - Vail, Colorado

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Fabulous! Service and food! [[HIGHLIGHT]]A great place for us to celebrate my daughter's 30th birthday![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thank you Montauk and Jade for making our evening wonderful! read more

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I came to Montauk with family after a day of skiing, and safe to say we were starving. This place did not disappoint. Although we were late for our reservation we were sat immediately, which was much appreciated. The atmosphere is low light and noise, and can be romantic if that's what you are looking for. Everyone in our party thought the food was amazing. Tuna tacos - raw tuna with a tomato herb topping. Absolutely delicious. The tuna wasn't tough, was the perfect texture. Alaskan king crab meal - the crab meat was fantastic. They split the legs so it was very easy to get out. The Brussels sprouts were fine, I personally prefer them a little more well done but the seasoning was good. The mashed potatoes were creamy and garlicky. Sand pie - this was an amazing dessert. Doused in caramel and chocolate, this had a Graham cracker crust and vanilla chocolate chip ice cream, which had a smooth creamy texture. Definitely coming back here next time I'm in town. This place is a must! read more

My local friend recommended this place, so we celebrated my birthday here on a Monday night. They're social distancing, but the place was still pretty full. Had reservations for 8:15PM, got there @ 7:15PM and they were able to accommodate us! Favorites/What We Ordered: + Bone-in Ribeye w/ 2 sides (spinach/mashed potatoes) 5/5 + Oysters, 5/5 After paying double the price @ The Fitz for awful steak, we were a bit concerned. Luckily, Montauk was half the price and 100% better than The Fitz. Played by Yelp. Eugh. Had enough left over to eat the next day. Soooo good! A perfect medium rare, unlike some other place. Recommend snagging reservations a day or two before! read more