Fire Island is Long Island’s casual, coastal hideaway and the ultimate summer destination for New Yorkers looking to escape suburban life. It boasts not only some of the best beaches and nightlife, but also some of the best food. These five eateries are worth the ferry jaunt.
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Pines Bistro and Martini Bar
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Fire Island may be casual, but visitors can still enjoy sophisticated dining. Serving traditional Italian dishes, the menu changes on a regular basis to incorporate what produce is fresh and in-season. The mushrooms stuffed with crab meat and grilled artichoke hearts served with shaved parmigiano are a crowd favorite. Address: 36 Fire Island Blvd | Phone: 631-597-6862 Click to go
Sand Castle on the Ocean
The sole oceanfront eatery in Cherry Grove, this eatery serves up great food and even better views. Not only does it offer daily lunch and dinner, but it also offers a can’t miss Sunday breakfast where diners can devour fresh baked pastries, popular acai bowls and avocado toast. Address: 106 Lewis Walk, Cherry Grove | Phone: 631-597-4174 Click to go
Flynn’s Fire Island
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Flynn’s has been a fixture on the Fire Island scene for nearly eight decades. The waterside restaurant serves seafood, American fare and a lively atmosphere. Guests can sip tropical-inspired cocktails in the lounge area or head to the dining room for seafood, American fare and a more subdued vibe. On Sundays, King Wellington turns Flynn’s into a reggae dance party—expect to see kids from 21 to 92 getting down. Looking for something different than your usual sit-down meal? Flynn’s also offers weeknight dinner cruises where people can dine on the water. Address: 1 Cayuga St, Ocean Beach | Phone: 631-583-5000 Click to go
Matthew’s Seafood
This family-run, fish-centered eatery offers some of the best seafood on the island with a side of beautiful bay views. Check out the fish market, Matty’s Gourmet Market, to bring home your own selection of seafood like poached salmon or scallops wrapped in bacon. Address: 935 Bay Walk, Ocean Beach | Phone: 631-583-8016 Click to go
Surf’s Out Restaurant
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The perfect place to party, Surf’s Out has casual dining, live music and entertainment and one of the best bars on Fire Island. The daily specials, such as Taco Tuesdays and Shipwrecked Sundays, keep the fun rolling all week long. Make sure to indulge in a few mimosas at the bottomless brunch and DJ party. Address: 1 Bay Walk, Kismet | 631-583-7400 Click to go