Great food and ambiance in outdoor seating area (covered). Not visible from the road but worth the drive back towards the docks. I came here with a group of people on a Friday late afternoon. Wasn't too busy. I ordered the lobster roll, and friends ordered oysters on the half shell, New England Clam Chowder and the Long Island Chowder (yum), shrimp cocktail, and two 1 1/4 lobsters (MP was $30/lobster cooked). Lobster roll was great, cold and well-seasoned. Oysters on the half shell were fantastic. The fresh lobsters were also enjoyed by others. Chowders are great and the New England and Manhattan are award-winning. Though, I really enjoyed the Long Island Chowder (mix of New England and Manhattan) Food did take some time to come out but that's fine because it is fresh. Enjoy the fresh air and boats going in and out of the inlet. Market had a great array of fresh seafood as well. Great stop on the way to or from the Sayville Fire Island Ferry terminal. They have beer and wine available for purchase. Cash is king and provides a small discount but card is accepted. read more

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White Cap View has a beautiful waterfront setting that's hard to beat. The restaurant could definitely use some updating, but the view alone keeps us coming back. I've always loved their New England clam chowder. This visit it was still very good, but it wasn't quite as good as I remembered--the potatoes were a little gummy, and there weren't as many clams as usual. The oysters were excellent--fresh, cold, and delicious. We also ordered the catfish, which used to be marinated, but this time it seemed like the fish was simply cooked and the sauce was poured on top afterward. It just wasn't the same. The biggest surprise of the meal was actually the fries. They were perfectly crispy, well-seasoned, and honestly one of the best parts of our dinner. We also tried the crab cake egg roll special, but unfortunately it wasn't for us. They were very dry, and the dipping sauce had an unusual flavor that almost reminded us of pumpkin. My husband was hoping to order the soft-shell crab sandwich, but they let us know they were completely out of crab that day. Even with a few disappointments, I still really enjoy coming here for fresh seafood and the gorgeous view. There's plenty of free parking, and the outdoor patio is pet friendly, which is always a huge plus for us. read more

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I was in the mood for a lobster roll, so I found this place on my phone and it did not disappoint. It's a cute little tucked away place off the side of the road near some water with a nice view. I ordered my food. It was made quick fresh and tasty! they had both indoor and outdoor seating. I opted for outdoor where they had some chairs with umbrellas. I will definitely be back. read more

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The place is a dive. Combo fried fish, overcooked, Bay Scallops the size of pencil erasers, shrimp are frozen from a food supply place, clam strips severely over cooked, flavorless and tough. The Lobster Bisque was nothing like I ever experienced, not pink but white, served at room temperature and I found it inedible and sent it back and was and refunded. I must agree with all the one star reviews-very accurate. read more

Cozy, dated but good spot for seafood. Fresh market on site if you plan on taking home some seafood as well. Very spacious outdoor seating. read more

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White Cap catered our lobster bake on Fire Island and it was tremendous. The seafood was so fresh and perfectly cooked and the team was so easy to work with. It was the highlight of our year!! read more

A hidden gem! We absolutely love white cap! We wanted a casual, relaxed, seafood dining on the water and that's exactly what white cap delivers. The food is fresh and delicious. My husband really likes the Broiled Seafood Combo which is sol, shrimp, clams, and scallops. Try the coconut shrimp spring rolls! read more

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Thought a rustic shack would have amazing seafood but it was okay. Nothing to go back for. Could've been seasoned better. But there are plenty of options in cooking the seafood. Had the broiled combo platter. Service was fast and friendly. read more

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Delicious oysters!! $16 for a bakers dozen! Next time crab cakes and clams! Everything looked great! Old school fish market! read more

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Stopped in today to pick up some fresh fish for dinner . The shop is rustic with an aged interior and old wooden floors ,with a kind of old time feeling . I have eaten here in the summer several times, sitting out side by the dock is so relaxing . Everything I've ordered has always been fresh and delicious ! Today I brought home some jumbo shrimp , flounder freshly caught from Montauk and a crab cake , which looked so good I just had to try one ! The shrimp was good ,delicate and sweet ....the flounder was fantastic , flaky and super fresh !I enjoyed the crab cake it was nicely flavored , I would have preferred larger pieces of crab and a bit less bread crumbs .. but it was delicious non the less ! I will be back again ! read more

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The best part about White Cap is coming here on a warm summer day, getting some fresh oysters and a fresh seafood lunch and sitting outside on their patio on the canal watching all of the fishing boats. Oh and with a glass of wine or a beer. At the time of my review, it is winter. But luckily there are some tables inside to still enjoy the food. They have an extensive menu with a variety of options and lunch specials. It is extremely no frills, but the food is made to order and very fresh. On the other side is the actual display case to purchase fish. I feel the quality here is ok... not amazing but not bad. It is local and convenient. A bit of a warning if you are afraid like me... the bathroom is a port-o-potty near the very utilitarian unloading dock, so you may want to find another bathroom option before you get here! read more

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Best fresh fried clams I've had anywhere. I haven't lived on Long Island for a decade but I still dream of my afternoons sitting on the tables by the water eating clams and tossing fries to the seagulls. I look it up every once in a while and it warms my heart to see that its still there. Truly a gem. read more

Still in love with this place. Good selection and prices on fresh seafood. I'm in there regularly to pick out what I'm making for dinner.

I ordered a dozen blue claw crabs and 2 dozen clams to be delivered over to Ocean Beach. They screwed up and never sent my clams and charged me fees they never told me about. read more

White Cap Fish Market - Seafood Near Me - Islip, New York

White Cap Fish Market is one of those places where even as you're halfway down the entrance you'll be thinking "is there actually something here?". This little shack sits right by the water and sells fresh caught seafood as well as having a fully functional kitchen preparing whatever you order any way you want it. Fried, baked, broiled you name it, they can do it. So on this visit I got their Combo Platter, I noticed there was an option to have your seafood in different marinades so I decided to try out their teriyaki marinade. And honestly? It had no business being there, I was under the impression that they actually put them in a marinade, I didn't think it'd be a thick teriyaki stir-fry type of sauce drizzled on the finish. The flavors of the seafood just didn't mesh well with the sauce for me. Very well, I just removed as much sauce as I could and carried on. As for the actual seafood, it was superb and as fresh tasting as you can ask for. The combo platter contained clams, sole, shrimp, and scallops and they were all cooked perfectly. On my next visit I'll be sure to have a sauce-less platter and I would have their side pasta instead of fries. So be sure to check this place out before Summer comes to a close because the patio will keep you there longer than you think. read more

White Cap Fish Market - Combo Platter with Teriyaki Marinade - Seafood Near Me - Islip, New York

A fish market restaurant should be good. I had stopped going there. Thought I would try again. Fried fish combo terrible. Flounder was not flounder, uneatable. Nothing teasted fresh Even the way they keep the fish is unacceptable read more

First time here and it was a perfect day to eat outside next to the water. The fresh seafood cooked just right got me hooked and I'm looking forward to the next time. I got the stuffed mushrooms, 3 big ones in the appetizer and stuffed so full. I also got the shrimp scampi which came with a side and I picked the linguine with white clam sauce. My mouth waters just thinking of it. My friend got the fresh oysters to start and a tuna steak cooked perfectly also with linguine and white clam sauce. Get here a little early do you can get a seat outside. Be in the lookout for seagulls if you want company, which were friendly. read more

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Best seafood on Long Island . In the summer there is an outdoor raw bar. You can buy fish at White Cap and take it home or they will cook it for you . Best lobster salad and seafood bisque . Tried to stop in on a summer weekend afternoon and they had to close the doors early because they were sold out. read more

Went for lunch and sat outside watching the fish n birds. Clam strips was good. Would have been better if it came with fries along with soup. Clam chowder was delicious. Will try mussels next read more

food is good and love this place but someone needs to teach the kid behind the counter to not tie up bags of clams and suffocate them

I've been going here over 20 years. Freshly caught fish daily, can't get any fresher!!! Friendly staff and great service.

I love this place! Been coming for years, hidden gem. Seafood is always so fresh!! I absolutely love their oysters, fish sammy, lobster roll, chowders, fried shrimp all great!! Nice place to go on a lunch date :) read more

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Place has been here forever. I don't find it to be the best fish market but it's pretty good. Mainly come here to eat their cooked food and enjoy some dock side dining. Staff is always friendly. More of a fish market than eatery, so expect no frills dining. read more

Love this place never disappoints. Vinnie & Kathy are awesome, Always take great care of me. Today I took my nephew to lunch for lobster rolls and he could not stop raving how wonderful it was and I agree. YUM!!!! read more

White Cap Fish Market - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Islip, New York

From the initial entry you remember how a traditional seafood market on Long Islasnd was.... Soups, lobster, all sorts of shelled and regular fish to choose from. Attitudes at counter were upbeat, professional, made me buy so much more. alot of businesses today have workers that aren't like these guys! Smiling, welcoming, happy and offering selections to meet our bbq needs. The soups were unbelievable... selections of drinks, sodas, beers, etc as well as fish prepping topping; tartar, cocktail, fish and chi kits... etc. Tables are inside or out overlooking a beautiful area with in water boats, a blue sky (today) and nice people.....amongst the diners. A must visit alongside the southern coast of Long Island. Parking is ample. read more

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Industrial vibe with a cool back dock to sit, eat and drink some beers. Always see them setting up the clam bar but haven't had a chance to partake in the festivities. read more

It's Christmas Eve. I would normally give really amazing reviews for this place. I still think highly and mistakes happen. Today, I went in to the fish market and ordered 2 dozen muscles, 2 dozen clams, took a 12 lobster tail from the freezer cocktail sauce and a tarter, 6 crab cakes. When I got the bill for what I asked for, I said "Are you sure that doesn't seem to be enough" the employee said it's ok I checked and that's right" friendly nice young man. When I got home.....I was missing 2 dozen muscles. I was not charge for them but.....it was not part of a traditional Christmas Eve dinner. I still love the people. The cooked foods are great but, it took a long while to get 2 dozen clams and no muscles. read more

Delish always buy fish from here and it's always very fresh and great price !! def the best in the neighborhood

On a Sunday drive down Merrick Road we passed the inoccous sign for White Cap Fish Co...and passed it...and then got curious, turned around and drove up this rickety dirt road along a canal to this barn like building on the water. We parked behind it in the lot and walked around to find people sitting along the dock eating seafood...On the outside of the bldg under an overhang was a table loaded with fresh clams and oysters on a pile of ice, expertly being opened and served by a couple of good shuckers. Inside you can order cooked stuff like a lobster dinner special, baked clams et. al. We tried some of those dishes but my suggestion is to stick with the fresh clams and oysters and along with a beer take in the sun on one of the tables along the water. We will be returning again to do just that! read more

If you want fresh fish, this is the place to come! Great take out food made on spot! Clean but outdated! Still a nice place if you love fish at a reasonable price! Orders are large and can be good for two! Right next to bay you can also sit outside and enjoy the sun! Owners should consider investing in a new face lift since has great potential!!! read more

Always fresh, always friendly! A great down to earth Southshore spot for fresh fish and flip flops! read more

Small and somewhat difficult to find, we were generally underwhelmed by the quality of the meal. We ordered fresh clams, oysters, lobster rolls plus steamed lobster. Whilst the clams were good, the oysters (albeit acceptable in taste) were a sight for sore eyes. The lobster rolls were largely tasteless and we were inundated with lots of overly cooked fries. read more

We found this treasure years ago. It's the best kept secret on Long Island. Best fresh seafood! Consistent, friendly and can't beat the view! read more

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Valentine's Day, we had fried combination platter, fried flounder, New England clam chowder and Seafood bisque. Delicious and so fresh. They give you plenty of food, no skimping here. Can't wait to go back. read more

Really enjoyed and appreciated this seafood gem... not oretentious, hood food at good prices, plenty of outdoor tables, parking right there... yeah, good job guys! read more

If you are salty, this is authentic as it gets. It is solid food served on a plastic plate eaten at picnic table with a great view of the marina. It's also a working fish market so you can see all of the action. Nice place for kids. read more

Don't bother, looked like it had all the markers of a authentic fish market... Had the clam strips very overcooked like rubber bands, had the Crabcakes but they didn't seem to have any crab just onions and breadcrumbs, had the fried calamari and it was barely edible it had no flavor and lastly we have a New England clam chowder and I have to admit it was OK. Overall don't father read more

What a hidden little gem! Great scene of the docks, great music- My daughter and i had so much fun coming here for lunch, and it was delicious! read more

Divey, sketchy, and solid seafood. Kind of perfect! All that was missing is the salty sailor telling sea tales. We had the chowder and shrimp and they were good! read more

I really wanted to like this place, it's locale and family owned. I didn't go in the restaurant area but the fresh seafood section. I bought shrimp and red snapper. It only took me a few minutes to get home and when I started cleaning the shrimp it slimy, not fresh seafood slime but old rotted slim. The smell was also horrible I had to throw it out. I wouldn't go here again. There's nothing fresh about the seafood I'm sad to say. Some of the shrimp were turning pink, there were a few fresh, firm shrimp mixed in with what I purchased otherwise the texture was soft and mushy not what you'd expect from fresh seafood. It was just sitting there way too long. read more