The way to a city is through its locals! And in the Hamptons, full of culture, great food, beaches, and fun everywhere, there's never a dull moment on the East End. Below see if East Enders' favorite spots match yours and the magic and charm of the Hamptons.
LDV at the Maidstone
Nick and Toni's
Tutto il Giorno
Dopo Argento
Il Buco al Mare
Sant Ambroeus
In 2024, the Hamptons' ice cream scene was not just a sweet treat but rather a celebration of local flavors and a cool breeze from the heat. Visitors were greeted by artisanal ice cream parlors that have transformed the simple pleasure of a frozen treat into a culinary adventure. Picture this: a scoop of homemade vanilla ice cream, served in a handcrafted waffle cone that boasts the subtle crunch of locally sourced ingredients. Here are our favorite scoops.
A La Mode Shoppe
Bridgehampton Candy Kitchen
BuddhaBerry
The Fudge Company
Sundaes on Main
Sip 'N Soda
Moo Moo's East Hampton Ice Cream Shop
Shock Ice Cream and Dessert Cafe
Sundae Donuts Montauk
The Sweet Spot
Gemelli Gelato of Hampton Bays
John's Drive-In
Just like the rest of New York, the Hamptons takes its bagels very seriously. Picture this: mornings adorned with the scent of freshly baked bagels, each one a masterpiece of chewy perfection. From classic everything bagels to artisanal creations like truffle-infused or blueberry-rosemary variations, here were our favorite breads.
Goldberg's
Pop-Up Bagels
Hampton Bays Bagel
The Eccentric Bagel
Big Brunch Box
In 2024, coffee culture played a pivotal role. Before the beach or combatting stylish soirees, Hamptonites drove near and far for their buzzy brew. Here, we sip to success and the roasted beans that produce a rich, flavorful brew.
Hampton Coffee Company
The Golden Pear
Jack’s Stir Brew
Sagtown Coffee
Grindstone Coffee & Donuts
Sylvester and Co
Whether you’re in the mood for a porterhouse or a filet, a ribeye or a flank steak, these Hamptons steakhouses never disappoint taste buds and tummys this year. Keep reading for our picks of the best steakhouses in the Hamptons.
The Palm East Hampton
1 North
Bobby Van’s Steakhouse
Harvest on Fort Pond
East Hampton Grill
Bistro Eté
Amalfi
From historical legacies to gorgeous water views, these Hamptons golf courses are beating par by a long shot.
Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
Atlantic Golf Club
The Bridge Golf Club
Hampton Hills Golf Course
Noyac Golf Club
Sebonack Golf Club
Montauk Downs State Park Golf Course
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