No table, no problem. At these eight eateries, we prefer to dine at the bar anyway. Belly up.
Barrow Food House, Aquebogue
Illustration by Kelly Franké
It’s easy to get cozy at the bar in Barrow Food House, with the soft lighting and delicious seasonal soups and cocktails. Plus, you get to sneak a peak into the kitchen famous for its smash burgers as the bar offers a direct view into the kitchen. Barrow Food House is located at 452 Main Rd, Riverhead.
Alpina, Greenport
Illustration by Kelly Franké
Transport yourself to the southern side of Switzerland as you nestle into your seat at the bar at Alpina. Spend your date night noshing on tantalizing small plates of paté, on a sharable plate of pasta or wiener schnitzel. Alpina is located at 45 Front Street, Greenport.
Brix & Rye, Greenport
Illustration by Kelly Franké
Walking to the seemingly empty storefront off of Main St., you wouldn’t expect to find yourself in a darkly lit speakeasy with a moody atmosphere and unique cocktails. Find a seat at the bar and chat with the bartenders as you sip on a glass of whiskey and snack on really, really good pizza. Brix & Ry is located at 308A Main Street, Greenport.
Grana Trattoria Antica & Enoteca, Jamesport
Illustration by Kelly Franké
Lovers of Italian food can rejoice as there’s an intimate dinner spot in the heart of Jamesport serving up fresh handmade pasta and woodfired pizza. With only six tables total, you will most likely find yourself seated at their bar, dining on delectably unique takes on Italian home cooking. Grana is located at 1556 Main Rd, Jamesport.
Il Giardino, Aquebogue
Illustration by Kelly Franké
Enjoy all of the Sicilian flavors in a rustic farmhouse setting as you take your seat at the bar at Il Giardino. With fresh seafood, pasta, plenty of salads, and appetizers, your tastebuds will be more than satisfied. Il Giardino is located at 739 NY-25, Aquebogue.
The Frisky Oyster, Greenport
Illustration by Kelly Franké
Even at the bar, you can take your date night to the next level when dining at The Frisky Oyster. Treat yourself to elevated and sharable small plates such as their oysters on the half shell or pomegranate BBQ beef short ribs while sitting on their signature red barstools. The Frisky Oyster is located at 27 Front St, Greenport.
Demarchelier Bistro, Greenport
Illustration by Kelly Franké
Transport yourself to Paris for the evening at this charming French restaurant’s bar. Whether you dine on a croque monsieur, sip on a negroni, or partake in both, it’s impossible not to enjoy Demarchelier Bistro. Located at 471 Main St, Greenport.
Stirling Sake, Greenport
Illustration by Kelly Franké
Sometimes, there’s nothing better after a long day than sipping on sake and dining on sushi. At Stirling Sake, take a seat at their emerald green bar and rejoice in all the fresh sushi you can possibly eat. Stirling Sake is located at 477 Main St, Greenport.
