50 Best American Restaurants near Fire Island

“Wow, wow, wow! The entire experience was spectacular! We got to see a gorgeous sunset over the bay right from our table. Our drinks (Blue Cheese Martini and Spicy Mezcal Margarita) were fantastic..not too salty, not too sweet, just right! The service was impeccable. Our server, Regis, and the host, Ron, were super amicable, pleasant and accommodating. For apps, we ordered the Ceviche special, the margarita flatbread, and the Mussels Marine…all I can say is WOW!! Sooo good!! So good that we wanted to take the mussels broth and the ceviche marinade home with us. For entrees, we had the braised short ribs (delicious in a Cabernet reduction), the branzino (so fresh with a light, crispy top) and another round of the ceviche special. The key lime pie with the graham crumble was to die for (we were tempted to order a slice to take home!). Thank you, Top of the Bay and staff, for the loveliest, delicious, most delicious birthday dinner!! ?“

“I always have the skirt steak..it’s my favorite steak. Hubby always has the filet.. Both are delicious. The onion soup is also very good. The Sangria is delish…They do have a price fix menu… which has both the skirt steak and the filet… always a fabulous meal..“

“The vibe and atmosphere of this lovely place is immaculate. Immediately, I felt like I was transported in a Victorian picture book.And the food and tea were positively delectable. The taste of that white chocolate scone with the cream and strawberry jam still lingers on mind.Delia has crafted a delightful little place here and I wholeheartedly recommend.“

“Vegetarian options: Chef is always so wonderful when we ask to adjust popular apps to be vegan friendly.Wheelchair accessibility: My MIL is in a wheelchair and they always go above and beyond to make her happy and always find a place for her chair.“

“The wife and I stopped in for date night during Bayshore restaurant week. It's a nice spot, cozy environment, table spread is a good distance away from the next, it's clean and comfortable. They do get busy so get there early or make a reservation. We had the seasonal spread and shoshito pepper appetizers which were both very good, lots of flavor. I ordered the Shrimp and grits and even though I've never been a grits eater, I was pleasantly surprised. The shrimp and grits was incredibly good and had a ton of flavor. I ordered a classic margarita which was executed perfectly and the wife enjoyed her salad and mocktails as well. I would highly recommend this place and am certainly going back! Give them a shot, you won't be disappointed. Thank you Linwood!“

“I ordered superbowl catered food from Riley Fibbers in East Islip. The whole process was seamless. I placed my order earlier in the week, paid, and was asked what time I'd like to pick my order up. When I arrived to pick up my order they had a server in charge of all the to go orders and everything was ready and waiting. All trays, and containers were clearly labeled. The portions were great and all the food was delicious. I frequent this location often knowing the large range of drinks and beer on tap, the owners and employees are great and pleasant, and all their food including their specials are always delicious! Go check them out, there are 2 locations in East Islip and Selden.“

“Love love the Lakehouse. Food was great. Wait staff is great..Never rushed. I had the hamburger and it was one of the best burgers going. Husband had scallops, again so good. The cinnamon donuts for dessert are so good...Not filling very light...Always had a good meal there. Rainy cold gloomy day but when it's nice outside the views are phenomenal.“

“The food here is fine. No culinary adventure, but respectable. The people here however are wonderful. Friendly, pleasant, and really make you feel welcome. Great place to get your grub on, and before your leave, get the best carrot cake you've ever tasted.“

“Spacious yet cozy. We came in the final hour before closing after attending a wake in the area, the staff were friendly hospitable and the food was fresh, plentiful and delicious. Happy to hear another location of The Shed, closer to me, is coming soon.“

“I had my daughter's bridal shower there on April 20th. From the first moment I walked in, Patty was a tremendous help. She was warm, friendly and confident in answering all of my questions. The staff was excellent, attending to all of our guests needs. The food was delicious- everyone raved about it. I would highly recommend The Snapper Inn.“

“We ALWAYS LOVE dining at RCD. The ambiance is awesome. The food flavors are masterfully paired. The service is friendly.I get the strawberry fields salad with chicken. My husband got The Who; I wanted to eat his too lol! The Truffle fries are everything good and more.The owner is pleasant. She has a passion for RCD and it shows. I enjoy our conversations.I continue to bring new guests and all leave happy and well-fed.You will love this place. I do!!!“

“These guys have really good burgers. A nice patty-probably flat-top cooked (so it's not charred). Enough toppings for the price, and the bacon isn't that cheap pre-cooked nonsense. The staff is always friendly here, so that's a definite plus. I don't drink so I'll only comment on their delicious food.“

“Great food, great service and cozy atmosphere!!! Love that place! We had such a nice evening with friends! Music is not too loud so you have have. Lovely conversation with your guests. Food is fresh and delicious. And also my Allagash White beer came nice and cold in a frosty glass! We'll be back again soon!“

“This place is outstanding. The drinks, the entrees , and most importantly the staff is incredible. Everything we had is delicious especially their espresso martinis & their margaritas. Great place to go to! The service is so good especially Olvin! He is so nice and funny. Honestly made the experience better! Just amazing, would recommend to everyone!“

“What a find! When a little snow scares off lesser cafes from opening, Hometown pulls up the slack. Old school rugged mindsets and hearty meals for more than reasonable prices.I'm glad my usual breakfast stop was closed, Hometown is my new favorite!Eggs bacon toast and coffee done right. Came out fast after ordering. You cant go wrong.Fabulous service. I noted everyone knew customers names as they entered. That is a great sign. It was like being at an aunts home or at Grandma's.Cozy place with a fireplace going too!Forget the diners, hometown is the perfect stop.“

“We got there a little early for our reservation and they welcomed us to sit. This worked out to our advantage as it was before 6pm and we got to take advantage of the oyster happy hour special! We ordered a number of appetizers and our server,Gina was wonderful spacing them out perfectly allowing you to enjoy the food, atmosphere and our anniversary celebration! Can't wait to go back!“

“Just left and had a great meal. Sat at the bar and had wonderful service from the barmaid Justine. I had the boneless wings with oldbay which were awesome and for dinner I had the Cajun Chicken Caesar Wrap. It was great, bunch of chicken and great Caesar dressing which I'm guessing is homemade. I've had a few meals here and this is by far the best item on the menu!“

“Family owned restaurant with that being welcomed into their home feeling. Great variety on menu, portions are plentiful, food always delicious.I love visiting Dina and Billy, sons Anthony and Jimmy! Their staff is always friendly and welcoming.Every visit is a joy.“

“Everything about this restaurant is amazing. You can tell they put a lot of care into everything they do and it really pays off. The food is delicious and I love how the menu changes seasonally. The service is incredible, super nice and efficient! And the cocktails are always creative and perfect! Pretty much my favorite restaurant on Long Island for sure!“

“Had a very pleasant experience. Great dinner food. Had the turkey club panini and the veggie burger. I'd recommend both.The turkey club panini was a fresh take on turkey club. The tomato was still a bit cold which was odd, I thought it would be warm, but I had no issue with that. Good flavor.“

“From Christmas week, 12/26.I'm a bit behind with Burger reviewsThis burger was awesome.I have been here before, last September, but did not post a review here about itI ordered it my usual medium rare, and they cooked it exactly the way I liked it.The meat blend they used is spectacular....It really hit my tastebuds the right way.The bun was fresh, a bit soft, but held up well against the juicy burger..The price was right , $14.50 WITH bacon and cheese.The fries were crispy as I like them.My dining partner had the French Onion Soup, as it was one of the Specials. She said it was up there with one of the best she's had in a while.The service was great!!! Our waitress was quick, professional, upbeat, and funnyIt was busy, as they have a few popular specials on Tuesdays, one being a $22 porterhouse.. The table next to us both ordered it, and they said they loved it.Thanks MerissaThey have their own parking lot, but it fills up quick..There is also street parking. I've never had a problem thereThis burger is in my Top Tier , Top 5 territory..Which is getting very crowded.I'm going to have to budge my stubbornness thinking I can decide the 5 best, when there are truly numerous "TopTier" burgers on Long Island, and on my Radar Screen; which is all of Suffolk County, and an occasional foray into the 516 territory.Cavanaughs, Blue Point“

“My first time in Patchogue. Saw this place as I was walking up and down Main Street. They were offering a multi-hour Happy Hour from noon-6pm. Who does that? They do. But, unfortunately I went after the happy hour, which is fine. I sat at the bar and was greeted right away. Like always, I knew was I was ordering. I went with the deviled eggs and the short rib croquettes. Both were pretty good. Im a snob when it comes to deviled eggs. These weren't top notch, in my opinion. But, they weren't terrible. There was some sort of unique flavor in the mixture, but couldn't figure out what it was. The croquettes were pretty good. Perfect crispness from the breading. The short rib provided it's own flavor, nothing more was needed. The horse radish sauce was perfect. I was pleased, overall. Only one real complaint was that it was really cold inside.“

“A hidden gem on Long Island. Everyone should know this place by now.Don't know where to start? Read the menu entirely, and you will know that the chowder soups are the best. Do not skip these soups. You'll want a bowl, not a cup, and even then, you'll be asking for seconds. Don't sleep on the seafood bisque either. Definitely buy some to take home.The appetizers were a bit small, but with the prices of everything these days, you get what you paid for. The crab cakes were delicious and full of crab while other places go heavy on the breading instead.We ended up having the shrimp boat, shrimp po boy, blackened catfish tacos and shrimp salad. Everything was flavorful. Big portions as well.I do believe they are closed for the month of February but I will be going back myself when it opens in March.“

“Love this location, it’s so clean. Been there several times! The host Jesse is nice and friendly. Our go-to servers, Alyssa C and Rob A, are attentive, fun and sweet. They give us the best service. The manager Jill is also very sweet!I definitely recommend this location!“

“It was very nice and my children loved it and the workers were also very kind.This was probably one of the best restaurants i've ever been to. This is one of the places where I didn't want to go again.Kid-friendliness: We love it here What is my new favorite restaurant to go to. Agree about how good this place was definitely gonna go here again.“

“Phenomenal quick lunch late afternoon snack Open airy friendly clean accessible withampleparking Always beautifully decorated for all holidays. A must try Food is cooked fresh, pizza is piping hot and several options Vegetarians , GF, and traditional freshmade to order or a slice of pre-made if you prefer! Restaurant is nicely situated Bartender is friendly and welcoming too. Whether pizza or a hero or dinner everyone sits in same area!“

“I have to say I love this bar.. we feel like family when we go here. Atmosphere is great. Food is delicious, service is great.. they need more places like this around. There’s also a location in westbury. I definitely recommend the HONEY GLAZE WINGS! Delicious!!“

“One of our meals the ParmeChicken Mileanase came out & the chicken was burned. I politely notified Mary Anne the floor manager of the issue. She immediately came to our table, checked the chicken & agreed it was not to her satisfaction either. She also apologized for this situation. She asked if we wanted a fresh meal which we agreed to. She went back to the kitchen & ordered a fresh plate. Our server Nicole was indisposed in the little servers room. After she was free, she came to our table & apologized. The fresh plate came out & it was cooked like what we expected the first.I would like to Thank Mary-Anne & Nicole for doing everything within their power to fix this situation to our satisfaction.“

“A very nice and decent sized restaurant, was not busy at all when I walked in for lunch, our waitress was very nice and the food I ordered was very tasty and filling. Can’t go wrong with this restaurant. I just came here for the first time in a while, and now, I need to come here more often.“

“The tap room is the best place to go. I love it there. The foods is great and the drinks are beyond the best. I had sagergia with all fruits In The drink. The best drink I've ever had, and mine you I don't drink, but this put me back to a drink I would love to have when you're out, have a great time. They had music with a plus. This will be my weekend getaway. It's wonderful. Clean and staff are amazing. This will be my tonite day ?“

“To start I had THE BEST experience at this location. The bartenders, Dan and Aaliyah, made some of the best drinks i’ve ever had. It’s clear that they are highly experienced and know what they’re doing. To top it off my server, Evelina, took such great care of us and was able to answer all the questions we had. Ben was also very helpful. 10/10 would recommend this place to anyone.“

“WOWZA. Tula’s was truly an experience that we will repeat! We were there for date night and my husband and I ordered the Mezza to share. OMG! It was fabulous-I loved the variety and tastes of this vegetarian platter. We had dinner and drinks and coffee and not 1 negative thing to say. Roman, our server was wonderful! They made our evening even more fun! Thank you!! Can’t wait to come back!!!Vegetarian options: I love the vegetarian and vegan options. I am mainly plant based but enjoy a fish when I go out. But knowing Tula’s has such an expansive vegan menu I will definitely be dining here more often.“

“A great local getaway! A weekend visit or on your weekday lunch break... drive down, eat your lunch while enjoying the cool breeze and pretty waves. Bring the kids to enjoy the playground area. Cute Tiki Bar/Restaurant, Outdoor Deck, Outdoor Showers and Plenty of Seating, Tables, Benches and Gazebo for a shady retreat. Stop by and take a look if you're in the Islip area, just off downtown Main Street, South all the way to the end.“

“Been wanting to try this place for a long time & it’s a shame I slept on it. Food was amazing - so hard to decide what to get as so many menu options sounded great. Pizza was awesome, Martini Monday is a great deal. Can’t wait to return to try more entrees.“

“Honestly this Friendly’s location is my favorite they always make the food fresh and everybody it’s always friendly. I ordered three kids meals and they were made with such care. I will certainly be coming back to this location. Thank you and have a good night. I’ll see you soon. Again, good night sleep well sleep well. I’ll see you again soon. Good night again. See you soon. OK? Good night!! What are you still doing up?“

“2nd time here. Love the games they have to play, like speedball, Pac-Man, board games, card games etc. They have a great happy hour selection at the bar. Live music. Great time to spend with friends. My drink ? was good, shared an appetizer and my roasted veggie tacos ? were yummy.“

“love the staff here. So friendly and their vegan pizza is so good!!! They even keep vegan pizza for you to order by the sliceI normally get a Sicilian with half roasted red peppers with onions and the other half eggplant with garlic. It's so good and my non-vegan friends like it too.“

“My wife and I had a late lunch here yesterday; Kay was our delightful server, and she was friendly and attentive.The gumbo was maybe the best I’ve ever had outside of New Orleans! Excellent roux! The wings in habanero sauce tasted fresh and not fried. My wife’s shrimp roll was excellent.We found our new happy place.The ONLY comment is that the space was a bit “dark” during the afternoon. Our eyes had to adjust to the outside, but better low light than bright light.The team behind Coastal and Verde have done it again!!! Bravo!!“

“The food is soooo good every single time. The service is really good which I feel like is missing in so many restaurants lately. I always have such a great time here. I called an hour before wanting to come in with 5 people and they were so accommodating and wonderful.“

“First time here. The fried shrimp and lobster bisque was delicious! The outdoor seating is nice. I'll bet that fire pit is amazing at night. Not sure if you are dog friendly so we left our furry companion in the car while we ate at one of the picnic tables outside to keep an eye on her. Definitely looking forward to our next meal here.“

“The staff always goes above and beyond every time I go here. Whether I stop in for a drink or sit down for dinner with friends and family, we’re never disappointed! Food is great and the staff is even better! So friendly and really make sure you’re taken care of, ensuring you’re having a great time! Would definitely “

“Service wasn't the greatest took a while to have a waitress come over. Got bottomless mimosas but they didn't put a pitcher on the table, they came around and filled the glas instead which was a little weird and Inconvenient. Food and atmosphere was good tho! Would come back to check it out for lunch or dinner“

“If you are on the island anywhere, make a reservation at Sand Castle. Chef Noelle Grant is a magician with textures and flavors and her staff is attentive and respectful. The view is stellar. Every meal is a highlight of our annual vacation. Not to be missed!“

“We were promptly shown to our table and the chef/owner came over to welcome us. The passion for his food was evident. The lobster bisque was highly recommended in the reviews and they were 100% right. The best I've had with big lumps of lobster meat. Everything else was as delicious and enjoyed by everyone. We will be back!“

“The food was absolutely amazing and the service was great. Menu has a wonderful variety of food at a great price point. Very happy with my experience here and will be revisiting again soon.Parking: You can park on the street on behind the main street strip they have free parking lots that can get full quite quickWheelchair accessibility: Leveled floor“

“Have only been here once in recent times. It was late at night so there wasn't much of an "atmosphere" but the food was so incredible and our server was extremely attentive and accommodating.You can't ask for much more than that from Applebee's. They also had some great deals going on that make it really affordable especially if you are going with 2 or more people.As far as Applebee's goes, this is a great one, and a great one for late night (since that's when I visited).Parking: There's plenty of parking around the building itself but it is inside a larger shopping center across from those stores so the back spaces of that lot leave tons of room if Applebee's happens to be very busy.“

“Owner and bartender James is one hell of bartender. I love the pina coladas. Food is great and served by great servers. I like the southwest chicken wrap. Be aware that it's a cash only bar. There's an atm inside. Also digging the new paint!“

“Great place on Fire Island with fantastic views of the water. The food and drinks were made perfectly! Delicious Hideaway burger and Korean chicken! The Rum Punch was very fitting as the restaurant and bar have an island vibe to them. Will be back again next time I come to Fire Island.“

“While I was with my son and his wife, we decided to eat here, the service was good and the burgers were also good, my mom ordered an Argentinian steak (skirt) medium rare and it was overcooked plus the dish came out cold. The staff was very nice about it ,but now I know that the next time we come here, maybe we'll just stick to bar food. But overall it was a good time and we will return“

“Super fun spot. This was THE place to be every night we were here. Tuesday night, we cane for Bitchy Bingo, with drag queen Ariel Sinclair, which was hilarious. Then Wednesday, we came for "Wisdom Wednesday" with singer Victoria Wisdom, another male singer, and saxophonist, all of whom were awesome! Then Thursday, we came for a late 8:30 pm dinner and the Fire Island Follies at 9! Really entertaining. For drinks, the Mermaid Margarita hit the spot. For dinner, loved my scallops, and my husband really liked his linguini with prosciutto, sausage and pistachio cream sauce.“