North Fork Table & Inn

Casual, chic. Authentic American menu that specializes in fresh local ingredients. Set inside a beautifully restored 18th century building the dining rooms are simple yet elegant. Try the sauteed Peconic Bay scallops with melted leeks or the Black Angus strip steak. My favorite, pomegranate-glazed Long Island duck breast. But be sure to save room for some amazing desserts like the upside-down caramelized apple tart. There's also freshly baked chocolate chip or oatmeal raisin cookies you can request to go!

GOOD TO KNOW  Reservations are essential

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57225 Main Road | Southold | 631.765.0177 | northforktableandinn.com

The Frisky Oyster

We love this sophisticated yet friendly Greenport storefront on Front Street. Quirky, sexy and low lit. The dining room lined with its high backed banquettes, offers a cozy dining experience mingled with the lively buzz from the bar scene upfront. Their menu, which is updated frequently, includes ingredients from the North Fork and beyond and is complemented with a small but select group of wines. 

GO FOR THE  Dirty Martinis and Steak Frites

GOOD TO KNOW  Reservations are essential but if you haven't made them pull up a stool at the bar where the full menu is available. Also, children under 6 are not allowed, so plan on a nice romantic dinner for two.

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27 Front Street | Greenport | 631.477.4265 | thefriskyoyster.com

Love Lane Kitchen

PHOTO BY DAVID KORCHINWhite tile, wainscoting, a communal farm table, rotating art shows, not to mention the great tasting food, are what make this spot one of our favorites. Come for the freshly roasted, freshly brewed coffee, steel cut oatmeal or scones in the morning. The Lobster Roll, Fish Taco or Cuban sandwich for lunch. And for dinner it's BYOB. Bring a bottle of local and there's no corkage fee.

GOOD TO KNOW Reservations are recommended for dinner

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240 Love Lane | Mattituck | 631.298.8989 | lovelanekitchen.com

Update on 2011-02-27 18:06 by Joni Rentz

UPDATE: LLK now has a rather extensive wine list so there is no longer a waiver on corkage fees for local wines brought in.

Drossos

PHOTO BY DAVID KORCHINIf you're craving buckets of chicken, hot dogs, soft serve and root beer floats then Drossos is the place. Step back in time 'cause what all began in the 1950's still continues at this motel, snack bar, miniature golf combo.

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69125 Main Rd (Route 25) | Greenport | 631.477.1334 | drossosmotel.com

Our Other Favorites

Orient by the Sea | A great spot to grab some basic beach grub and a beer on their back deck. Go for the burgers and baked clams. 
40200 Main Road | Orient | 631.323.1332 | orientbythesea.com

The Hellenic Snack Bar & Restaurant |  A bit of Athens on the North Fork. A varied menu of both Greek and American favorites. Go for the Souvlaki. 
5145 Main Road | East Marion | 631.477.0138 | thehellenic.com

The Old Mill | Charming, historic. Located on Mattituck inlet. Go for the crab cakes, clam chowder and view. 
5775 W. Mill Road | Mattituck | 631.298.8080 | theoldmillinn.net

O'Malley's Restaurant | Steaks, burgers and seafood. Go for the sauted mushroom burger and ask for some Catapano goat cheese on top.
Route 48 | Southold | 631.765.2111 

The Village Cheese Shop | Aromatic and well stocked. Located in the tiny hamlet of Mattituck. Go for the fondues & cheese plates.
105 Love Lane | Mattituck | 631.298.8556 | thevillagecheeseshop.com