By Halle Zelin and Jordan Budney By Halle Zelin and Jordan Budney | November 22, 2024 | Food & Drink, Feature, Guides,
As temperatures begin to drop outside, it can be discouraging to want to leave the comfort of your nice warm home. Luckily, these restaurants offering a fireside meal are making it feel like you never left the couch. While the weather outside may be frightful, the fire is undoubtedly delightful. Here are the best spots to stay warm and cozy this winter.
1 Bridgehampton Sag Harbor Turnpike / 631.808.2000 / Website
Whether coming for the hotel’s state-of-the-art spa or a relaxing weekend out East, Topping Rose House captivates guests with its blend of stylish heritage and contemporary comfort. After enjoying flavorful fare from award-winning chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, guests warm up at the hotel’s nostalgic fireplace. Plus, the additional fire pit outside is perfect for those brisk winter nights to sit around with friends and family and sip on some cider, or hot chocolate, or make the gooiest s’mores.
143 Main St. / 631.324.1770 / Website
The only thing that trumps a stunning, warm fireplace on a chilly winter’s evening is six of them at the 1770 House. Dating back to 1640, the clapboard-style house in East Hampton village’s historic district reflects a respectful restoration of much of its original 18th-century Colonial architecture. At this Hamptons hot spot, its welcoming wood-paneled parlor and the vintage-styled, candle-lit dining room to the intimate tavern and guest rooms are all stocked with functioning fireplaces.
290 Old Montauk Highway / Website
Enjoy an outdoor lounge experience like no other at Gurney’s in Montauk, where specialty cocktails and a selection of light bites are complemented by a toasty fire pit and expansive ocean views. Winter, spring, summer or fall, this relaxing spot guarantees a warm welcome into vacation mode. The Gurney’s fire pit’s configuration includes space heaters and fire pits at every table, creating a perfectly comfortable outdoor experience that adapts to every forecast.
99 N Main St. / 631.329.6666 / Website
Enjoying dinner by the fireside does not need to just be enjoyed in the colder seasons, and East Hampton Grill sees all seasons in an area steeped with a rich history and storied beauty. Offering classic American cuisine alongside gracious service and a notable art collection, enjoy their welcoming outdoor patio or the chic wood-burning fireplace. Featuring an open kitchen with French doors connecting it to the bustling bar, guests can enjoy their meal of outstanding appetizers and exquisite entrees, all nestled up by the fire that adds ambiance and class to the room.
207 Main St. / 631.324.5006 / Website
For over 150 years, this iconic boutique has thrived in the historic district of East Hampton and just recently received a renovation this past summer that brings a touch of la dolce vita to the East end. Open year-round, the restaurant within the hotel provides quintessential Italian charm carefully crafted by chef Jorge Espinoza to dishes incorporating fresh ingredients and local catches. With a mission to provide genuine hospitality in bar and restaurant experiences, the fireplace brings a touch of comfort and warmth to the establishment, creating an ambiance of effortless elegance.
Whether you are warming your hands together outside near the firepit, or letting the fireplace warm your soul, these fireside restaurants are filling the room with endless warmth and cozy vibes. All you need now is a good book, a pair of fuzzy socks and your favorite holiday drink to watch the gentle embers grow.
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