Between amazing pop-ups and new businesses, this Hamptons season has proven to be one of the best yet (hello, Dior, Cartier, Chanel and Valentino!). Such an incredible summer calls for a celebration, and as per usual, the Hamptons’ bar scene does not disappoint.
From incredible dockside views to the hottest spots to see and be seen, this collection of bars out east always deliver a good time. Don’t take our word for it, go try our picks for the very best bars in the Hamptons for yourself.
While you’re here, check out our recs for the best Sunday brunch, best Aperol spritzes and best margaritas in the Hamptons. Not to mention the 10 hardest reservations to score.
See also: The 21 Best Hamptons Restaurants You Must Try In 2022
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290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk / Website
Atmosphere: Darty all day
Best for: partying on the beach
The drink to order: Gurney’s Sea Breeze
Insider tip: reserve your daybed or lounge sofa ahead of time
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1020 Montauk Highway, Water Mill / Website
Atmosphere: Mykonos out east
Best for: enjoying one of the best terraces in the Hamptons
The drink to order: …And God Created Woman
Insider tip: Enjoy live music on the terrace every Friday through Calissa Sounds
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4 Old West Lake Drive / Website
Atmosphere: Bungalow in Bali
Best for: pretending you’re somewhere in Southeast Asia
The drink to order: Watermelon Cooler
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15 Main St., Southampton / Website
Atmosphere: upscale and cozy
Best for: surf and turf
The drink to order: a bottle of red wine
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Multiple locations / Website
Atmosphere: swanky alfresco imbibing
Best for: relaxing after a long week
The drink to order: a dirty martini
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65 Tuthill Road, Montauk / Website
Atmosphere: Mediterranean getaway
Best for: incredible seaside views
The drink to order: Duryea’s private label rosé
Insider tip: Duryea’s Montauk is walk-ins only so head over early
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231 Main St., Amagansett / Website
Atmosphere: intimate Italian haven
Best for: great food and drinks to match
The drink to order: Puddle Jumper
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474 W Lake Dr, Montauk / Website
Atmosphere: upscale lounge
Best for: gorgeous dockside views
The drink to order: Surf Cosmo
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1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor / Website
Atmosphere: life of the party
Best for: blowing off some steam
The drink to order: Rosé Sangria
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161 Second House Road, Montauk / Website
Atmosphere: day or night, the vibes are immaculate
Best for: drinking the day away with friends
The drink to order: one of the punch bowls
Insider tip: the food is Insta-worthy
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126 Main St., Sag Harbor / Website
Atmosphere: relaxing and chic
Best for: gossiping on the garden patio
The drink to order: The Gardener’s ‘Repose’
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341 Pantigo Road, East Hampton / Website
Atmosphere: historic home turned Hamptons hotspot
Best for: a lazy Sunday on the summer patio
The drink to order: Leaving Tijuana
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2468 Main St., Bridgehampton / Website
Atmosphere: cafe in the south of France
Best for: your neighborhood go-to
The drink to order: Provence Spritz
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28 Maidstone Park Road, East Hampton / Website
Atmosphere: casual weekend hang
Best for: one of the best margs out east
The drink to order: literally any of the margaritas
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195 Main St., Amagansett / Website
Atmosphere: casual gets a refined twist
Best for: crowd pleaser, there’s something for everyone
The drink to order: Up All Night
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256 Elm St., Southampton / Website
Atmosphere: upbeat and ready to party
Best for: a wild night out
The drink to order: bottle service
Insider tip: follow their Instagram to catch DJ announcements
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161 Main St., Amagansett / Website
Atmosphere: your classic beachy bar
Best for: jamming to live music all night
The drink to order: your go-to beer
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35 Shore Road, Shelter Island Heights / Website
Atmosphere: French Riviera vibes
Best for: sunset views
The drink to order: Lucha Libre
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183 Edgemere St., Montauk / Website
Atmosphere: retro beach club
Best for: seeing and being seen
The drink to order: The Pink Panther
Insider tip: catch Elderbrook there this Saturday
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1 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike, Bridgehampton / Website
Atmosphere: coastal luxury
Best for: catching up with friends
The drink to order: mojito
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Multiple Locations / Website
Atmosphere: airy and bright
Best for: coastal Italian fare and spirits
The drink to order: limoncello
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