The Islander

63 N Ferry Rd, Shelter Island
(631) 749-1998

Recent Reviews

Grace Kempton

The best place. I have not been disappointed in years!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Moore

I gave them 1 stars instead of 1 because they were one of the few places on the island open for lunch. That said, the fish and chips contained very little actual fish, and that cod was frozen rather than fresh. like the ferries, they only take cash. If you’re passing through, just plan to eat on either side of this island, or if not, skip this place. Bring lots of cash if you try it.

Bug Club

We arrived shortly before 3 and they were nice enough to let us in even though the kitchen was about to close. The absolute BEST burger I have ever had. I got the western burger and it was incredible. Service was friendly and fun. We loved everything about this quaint, local “un-Hamptony” spot. Brought me back to the good ole days of East End life. Too bad places like these are disappearing out east.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

H C

Nice stop for a bite, but be sure to order fries or rings as they don't come with your sandwich.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 3

Jennifer D.

TLDR - RUDE SURLY WAITRESS - ZERO STARS. We stopped by on Saturday, September 2nd, while biking. We sat at one of the six picnic tables outside. The waitress helped another table and we flagged her down. She asked if we let them know inside that we were out here and we said no. She said we had to do that first, so my husband went in. We again flagged the waitress down to let her know we were ready to order and were asked if we had ordered drinks yet. We said no and were informed that we could not place our order until we had drinks. She stated that she was very busy and alone and could not take our drink or food order at that moment. Another staff member came out and took our drink and food order. The original waitress came flying over and told us she was not allowed to take our order and on she could. So we placed our order and our waters were delivered and then we waited..... and waited..... and waited...... and waited.....and waited....and waited. My husband went in to ask how much longer and the waitress was extremely rude to him. We decided it was time to go elsewhere and my husband cancelled our order. The waitress was again very surly. We moved on to SLICE and were served immediately and it was tasty.

Sassy JD

The french fries came out cold hamburger was disgusting. Would never go back. Good money for bad food I’m tired of it!

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 2

Ursula V

Always good food and friendly service. Favorites: Fried chicken (so good and sometimes runs out), shrimp tacos, buffalo wings, burgers. Nice outdoor seating area and dog friendly. Consistent part of our rotation when on the island. Cash only or Venmo. Strongly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

timtraveler14

Great food and service. I loved my eggs and pancakes. I really like that the waitress let me have more eggs in place of bacon. Nice sunny place to eat.

Terri Wise

Needed some lunch this was recommended to us. We had a very good meal!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jonathan Brusa

Great spot ! Delicious food, friendly service, and you totally feel like ur on vacation

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Eggs Benedict

Soto Spinos

Nice burger and salad! Totally worth

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jason Gilbert

They don’t accept credit cards but they do take Venmo

Soto

Nice burger and salad! Totally worth it

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Almondcad

Great diner on shelter island, good selection of food and lovely staff. We loved our pulled pork burgers and what everyone else in our party had looked equally delicious. It seemed a friendly, local place to go

Martha Gallen

Burger and fries were great, definitely would recommend the fried pickles!!! Waitress was very nice and attentive. We waited for the food a bit but that was the only negative

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