ON THE DOCKS

The Watershed Kitchen and Bar is a gem tucked away in The Hamptons!…read more Smart, attentive service, quiet ambiance in the indoor area with a lively party atmosphere outdoors, with a live band. The food here is very high level. The meatball appetizer knocks it out of the park. The short ribs are extremely tender, no knife needed. The skirt steak is rich in all the right ways, lean, soft & expertly seasoned. A fantastic meal & experience!

I really want to give this restaurant a 4 or 5 but the service lacked today. My wife had called to…read moreconfirm if we needed a reservation for two and she was told no and that they would ensure us we had a table. Once we got there; with our luck, the restaurant was full and we had to wait a few mins because their system was down. Which is understandable. As we wait, the couple after us had made reservations for 2 and their table was ready. First impressions matter to me and there is no reason for inconsistency when it comes to reservations. Finally, after a few more mins, they found us a table. Once we sat, and we ordered some water, they decided to moves us again to another table. Now im bothered but I didn't want that to ruin my night. The waitress took our order for drinks and food. The whisky sour was ok and our wait for food began. The couple next to us had their appetizers and main entrees served before we even got our appetizers. I understand it may have been busy, but everyone around was getting there food quicker, lack of attention. We finally got our entrees and the dishes were ok. My duck was cooked perfectly but my wife's dish lacked some flavor. She had to be careful because the fish had fish bones and we had thought they had taken those out. As we waited for the food I noticed that the owner was walking around and greeting the customers and finding out how the food was. I believe that every owner should follow this man's footsteps because he was very attentive to all and I feel that he turned our experience around for the better. Once we finished, he asked us about the food and what brought us there. Conversation with him was great and easy. We mentioned to him that my wife and I were celebrating our anniversary and he surprised us with a dessert and coffee. This dessert was incredible and his sweet gesture made the experience so much better. I hope to return one day and give them another chance. I would say try this restaurant and make sure you make reservations because the restaurant is always full.

Lounge area

Bloody mary

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Smaller bar

Cliff's Elbow Room

3.7(205 reviews)

2.0 mi

I'm back, as promised, and this time with my family! We all gravitated toward the marinated…read moreporterhouse steaks, and every temperature was delivered precisely. One of my favorites from my first visit was the New England. This time, we were tempted by our most honest concierge, Jackie, Tristan's mother, to notch it up by blending the New England with the Manhattan. Later in the evening, her words were still ringing in our ears: "I told you so!" New England and Manhattan should probably never mix in "for real" life, but at Cliff's, they do, and should. An absolute must-have-Awesome appetizer! If you don't need all the pomp and circumstance, treat yourself to a most enjoyable, low-key setting. It's the kind of place where you can actually relax, have a conversation, and enjoy the company of your fellow patrons and tablemates.

I liked the baked clams and the marinated porterhouse steak with fries. The marinated steak was…read morenice and meaty and nicely flavored. The baked clams tasted nicely with the bread crumbs and clam and a good squeeze of lemon on it.

Clever

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Jedediah Hawkins Restaurant

4.0(203 reviews)

2.1 mi

I've eaten here a few times over the years when we vacation on LI and each time have enjoyed it…read more This most recent visit was no exception. Service was great and the food delicious -my entree was one of the tastiest steaks I have had in a long time. Everyone enjoyed the solarium-like dining room.

Located inside an Inn. Always a charming place. Has a southern charm feel to me. Love to sit…read moreoutside in the warmer weather but You'll get bitten by mosquitoes so don't make my a mistake, Don't wear shorts. The food is very good. Pork chop special is very good but better to get sauce on the side bc it's a bit sweet. Farfalle pesto pasta dish is very lovely. The halibut is good but not consistent, today was overcooked. Service is friendly, but I asked for hot pepper flakes for my pasta, asked 2x n I never got it. It's not cheap, it's a good meal. at least the seltzer water is free a $12 value. N it's the only place in LI that doesn't charge 3%. Paying by credit card transaction fee.

Some of the dining area.

Cacio e Pepe - Ordered light on the pepper. Excellent!

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Butterfly lemon drop martini, refreshing

Dark Horse Restaurant

4.0(216 reviews)

2.7 mi

This place was so good. Every time I go back to Long Island this is a must. 100% gluten free…read more Parking can be a little be a little problem but across the Main Street behind the other buildings is a free lot you can park. Naturally we didn't get to try everything but the food we had was out of this world, especially the calamari

I wouldn't want to eat here again. The food isn't worth the prices, just small a little entree with…read morethick fries you won't finish. And don't get the goat grilled cheese it was so messy. If anything a burger but I can get a better burger for cheaper at shake shack. Also when we walked there was no hostess there. Their probably gonna go out of business with the way their going. So when the hostess/ waitress came there was a another group who came in after us but she still sat them first and gave them menus (idk if she thought that because their white they're a priority or something horrible woman) And then she half sat us down with no menus didn't even say someone will be with us. I'm just sitting there feeling uncomfortable lol. Also the decor is so ugly in there.

The bar

Cornbread skillet

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Bathroom entrance through sliding door

CJ's American Grill

4.3(164 reviews)

5.5 mi

What a great place. Food was excellent and came out fast. We had 5 kids with us and the server was…read moreso kind to them, gave them crayons to use and ring pops (at the end of the meal). Wonderful service and yummy food. We had the French dip, lobster roll, kids had pasta and chicken fingers/fries. All delicious. Will definitely be back!

The service is always fabulous, the atmosphere is like a small home town "cheers" type of vibe …read more This evening they had a special that was wild caught Chilean Seabass with capers, mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. It was outstanding!! Kudos to the Chef. Hubby ordered one of my usual favorites, which is the filet mignon with a peppercorn sauce. It is always beautifully prepared. I have to say we enjoyed our meal this evening. We will be back soon. Thank you.

Birthday dessert board filled with scrumptious after dinner treats!

Stuffed flounder with crab meat stuffing , mashed potatoes and asparagus

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Prime rib with mashed potatoes and asparagus

Barrila's Pastaria Restaurant & Bar

4.3(30 reviews)

2.5 mi

Staying in the area I sent out for Uber eats and was very happy with what I ordered. Everything…read morecame a la carte. If you want rolls you'll need to order them. If you want pasta for your entree it'll be a separate order. Pepper flakes would be a nice add - they sent Parmesan cheese. Service : Delivery was fast. I can't speak to ambiance as I did not dine in. Chicken Marsala : Tender chicken with nice flavor. It's not your traditional Marsala filled with mushrooms or maybe it is traditional and I've never had it this way! Sautéed onions and tomato is in the sauce with very little mushrooms. It's very good. Fettuccine Bolognese : Good - could use some seasoning to enhance the flavor however it is good. The chopped carrots reminds me of Japanese mamas pasta sauce.

It's rare that I give a one star. But this place gets it. We went here before a wedding party with…read morea group. They served us drinks with literally a clump of bugs in the drink. Not one bug, an entire swarm of them. If they serve drinks that look like that, imagine what's going on in the kitchen. I couldn't eat anything after seeing this. Zero apology from the server. Nothing comped. They also have no cocktail menu. The vibe is weird also, not a great atmosphere. Place had cheap decorations and ambiance. Getting grossed out just thinking about it. Send a health inspector.

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Tweeds Restaurant & Buffalo Bar

3.9(352 reviews)

2.7 mi

My wife and I had a nice dinner at Tweeds on Saturday night - the food was delicious and the…read moreservice was excellent as well. The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that when the bill came it showed a cash total which was a reflection of the prices listed and then when I gave them my credit card the bill came back with a higher total which is not allowed in New York State "This new law protects New Yorkers from hidden surcharges by requiring sellers to clearly post the price of a credit card surcharge. Credit card surcharges now have to be disclosed clearly so that customers are fully aware of them upfront and not just when they go to pay." https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-new-law-clarify-disclosure-credit-card-surcharges-goes-effect-sunday It continued to surprise me how many businesses continue to do this which indicates how many consumers are unaware of the protections the law provides. Needless to say the credit card surcharge was deducted from the tip so the wait staff suffers from the businesses illegal practice.

Been here a bunch of times and we always order the same thing . I love the ambience and the history…read morewith the large bison, heads hanging in the wall/the cozy hotel vibe! Cabbage soup with bison is incredible and I don't even like cabbage. The beef burger and bison burger both taste really good and I do enjoy their steak fries when they are cooked properly. My biggest grape with this place is the service. I've never had a great waitress there. It's a small place and the service is never adequate. The last time we went there, they brought out my husband's food and forgot to put in my order. My food arrives 15 minutes later, overcooked. I sent my parents here for their anniversary year or so ago and their service was terrible as well.

Bar

Bacon wrapped scallops

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Patio

Cliff's Rendezvous Restaurant

3.7(150 reviews)

2.5 mi

The food is amazing. You have to get there bake clams. The bartender was helping us. She was…read moreamazing really sweet.

We go to this place every time before a show at the Suffolk Theater. It's such a casual, friendly…read moreawesome place that has great food and drinks. The bartender Jeff is amazing and remembers us every time we go here. He's a lot of fun, and so is the rest of the staff. You can tell they really enjoy working there and are so friendly and accommodating, even with large parties like ours was that night. The steaks are delicious, and since it is a steak place, you have to try them, you won't be disappointed! Drinks are also great and service is awesome! When we tell them we have a show to catch, they are quick to serve us, but we never feel rushed. This is a great place to hang out with friends and just enjoy a casual night out with the locals.

Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls

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Dirty Martini

Jerry and the Mermaid

4.2(891 reviews)

2.3 mi

Odysseus tied himself to the mast and sailed past the sirens. I pulled into Jerry and the Mermaid…read moreand had a hot lobster roll instead. If you have to ask who made the better choice, you can stop reading. The hot lobster roll was just as excellent as it always is. I like that it is deconstructed so that a) the bun isn't soggy and b) I can put exactly the amount of butter I like on it. My kids love it here, and so do I. Service is tight, and the patio and deck areas overlooking the water are delightful in the summer. I've always liked the vibe here - great food in a casual and family-friendly atmosphere. High consistency is differentiated in a positive way.

The restaurant is conveniently located next to hyatt place. That's basically the only plus I can…read morethink of. I stayed at hyatt and thought this would be a good option. I had the shrimp scampi, my wife had the white clam pasta, the kids had mozerella sticks and fries, and we had some steamed clams. Those steamed clams were big and looked promising. However, it was very salty and some clams were under cooked which gave it a weird texture. Ordering so many dishes and none of them stood out in a positive way. I wouldn't return here.

Gnocchi

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Ube G&T!

Barrow Food House

4.6(290 reviews)

0.9 mi

The burgers here are awesome. I like the variety of seating options (inside, outside, covered…read moreporch) available. The staff was friendly and helpful. I think it's time to stop in again soon!

I'll start this review by saying that I've been to Barrow House many, many times over the years…read more(since they first opened) wanting very much to support the young, hardworking owners. Also, I'm not one write a negative review after one bad meal. But after 3 very mediocre meals in a row, Barrow House is no longer a place I can recommend. Kyle seems burned out and the food lacks the attention to detail it once had. They're plenty busy so they won't miss my dollars but sure miss the place it used to be!

Interior

French Hand-Cut Fries

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Landy L.

Elite 26

131

3 years ago

My recent visit to this restaurant was a mixed bag of experiences. Upon entering without a reservation, I was pleasantly surprised by the reasonable wait time on a Friday night. The staff's efficiency and friendliness contributed to a positive start to our dining experience. However, as we delved into the menu, it became apparent that the quality of the food did not match the level of service. The pasta dish we ordered had a major flaw: the noodles were overly mushy, lacking the desirable al dente texture. The mussels fell short of our expectations as they lacked the freshness we anticipated, and the overall taste was underwhelming. Furthermore, the restaurant's crab cake is way below standard, paled in comparison with Costco crab cake. While the service and atmosphere were enjoyable, the food quality left much to be desired. read more

Kevin G.

5 years ago

Being that the location of this place is so amazing, I expected great things. Highly disappointed. The food took forever to come out, and when it did it was horrible. Rice so bland it was like cardboard and meat like leather. After, we decided to check out the bar for a drink. It was clear the bar manager only cared about her regular customers and after waiting 5 minutes and not being acknowledged we decided to leave. 2 stars are because the server was attentive and sweet. The only good part of the experience. I wish we got her name. read more

Ally K.

197

6 years ago

By far my favorite restaurant out east!! The view is incredible whether you are seated outdoor or in...staff is incredibly friendly and accommodating and allowed us to switch to an outdoor table for a better view! Seafood was absolutely AMAZING couldn't think of anything bad to say! 10/10 recommend! read more

Eleni ..

1 year ago

Between the view, the food, and the service- incredible is an understatement. I have been here many times and still look forward to going back to try their weekly specials. On the docks is one of the best places I have been to on the North Fork and i look forward to many more visits. read more

Clara B.

6 years ago

I recently returned to the area. I didnt know this place had changed hands (a couple times)until I was already there meeting people. The vibe of Meeting House Creek is long gone. There wasnt anything horrible about the experience it was just underwhelming. Nothing special. read more

Mae C.

7 years ago

Amazing lobster lunch, perfectly cooked and my husband chicken panini sandwich yummy. We sat outside on deck Columbus day great waterview service was fabulous. It was our third time here and each time was great, will be back read more

Linda G.

8 years ago

Awesome!! The old Phil's has taken on new owners Gus and Lori and changed the name to On the docks and it rocks! Can't wait to spend more time over the summer here! Food was great! And the place is better than ever!! read more

G S.

7 years ago

Nice family place. Great views and overall atmosphere. Food was great and very reasonably priced for such location. We will definitely visit again. read more

Kostas K.

7 years ago

Good food with nice views. Friendly staff. . read more

Colette B.

4 years ago

I love this restaurant. Everyone was nice. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was beautiful. I'll definitely be back

Bartholomew S.

3 months ago

Everything was excellent. I can not think of anything that needs improvement. I was very impressed with this restaurant. read more

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