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Best of the North Fork
Narrowing down a list for the best of the best is no easy feat, but we intensely deliberated each of the categories and have come up with our top picks across the North Fork. From the best places to grab drinks with friends to the best home decor shops to the best tasting rooms, these Best Of winners have consistently impressed and inspired us.
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BEST ART GALLERY
Beautiful pieces and curious collections are on display at these local art hubs. Stop in to soak up the talent of creatives from near and far and see the impressive work of the North Fork’s curators.
Alex Ferrone Gallery
25425 Main Road, Cutchogue
631-734-8545
alexferronegallery.com
Elaine Harris Gallery
1550 Main Road, Jamesport
631-268-8109
elaineharrisgallery.com
North Fork Art Collective
207 Main St., Greenport
northforkartcollective@ gmail.com
northforkartcollective.com
Vine and Sand
47100 Route 75, Southold
631-620-9253
vineandsand.com
William Ris Gallery
1291 Main Road, Jamesport
609-408-5203
williamris.com
BEST CLOTHING STORE
There’s no need to go far for great style. These North Fork stores will make you the best dressed with fun designs, vibrant colors, chic accessories and unique finds.
Kessie
25 Front St., Greenport
instagram.com/kessie_greenport
Mint
260 Love Lane, Mattituck
631-298-8009
shopmint.com
North Fork Apothecary
37070 Main Road, Cutchogue
northforkapothecary.com
Pure Soul
183 North Ferry Road, Shelter Island
631-914-3029
puresoulboutique.com
Salt + Sea
15 Front St., Greenport
631-477-5970
saltseagp.com
BEST FAMILY ACTIVITY
There’s no getting bored with these family-friendly activities. Have fun in the sun or hit up these joints on a rainy day and expect entertainment for mom, dad and kids of all ages.
Drossos Snack Bar & Mini Golf
69125 Main Road, Greenport
631-477-1334
drossosmotel.com
GDC Roller Skate Rink
102 Third St., Greenport
631-333-2644
greenportamericanlegion.org
Jess Owen Carousel House
Mitchell Park, Greenport
631-477-0248
villageofgreenport.gov/recreation/carousel
Long Island Aquarium
431 E. Main St., Riverhead
631-208-9200 ext. 426
longislandaquarium.com
Sandy Pond Links
1521 Roanoke Ave., Riverhead
631-660-8368
sandypondlinks.com
GYM OR FITNESS STUDIO
Get your sweat on, flow and build strength North Fork spots focused on fitness, wellness and healthy living. It’s no doubt you’ll walk out of our favorite spots feeling better than when you arrived.
Activated Wellness By Amber Pagano
13 Grand Ave., Shelter Island Heights
631-466-5008
activatedwellness.com
NOFO Wellness Center
320 Depot Lane, Cutchogue
631-734-4042
nofowellnesscenter.com
The Heart of It
359 Main Road, Aquebogue
theheartofit.com
Underground Training
53345 Main Road, Feather Hill Unit 10-1, Southold
631-463-1603
undergroundtrainingnofo.com
WickedFit
13650 Main Road, Mattituck
631-830-8389
theschenckgroup.com/wickedfit
BEST HISTORY CENTER
Learn more about the North Fork’s past at these history-rich sites. Enjoy discovering the origin of your favorite locations and beyond.
Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council & Museum
27320 Route 25, Cutchogue
631-734-7122
cutchoguenewsuffolkhistory.org
Hallockville Museum Farm
6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead
631-298-5292
hallockville.org
Oysterponds Historical Society
1555 Village Lane, Orient
631-323-2480
oysterpondshistoricalsociety.org
Shelter Island History Museum
16 S. Ferry Road, Shelter Island
631-749-0025
shelterislandhistorical.org
Southold Historical Museum
54325 Main Road, Southold
631-765-5500
southoldhistorical.org
BEST LIVE MUSIC SPACE
Who doesn’t love a little song and dance? Jam out at these venues, some of which have sips and food to accompany the great entertainment.
Billy’s by the Bay
2530 Manhanset Ave., Greenport
631-477-8300
billysbythebayrestaurant.com
Green Hill
48 Front St., Greenport
631-477-4900
greenhillny.com
Greenport Harbor Brewing Co.
42155 Main Road, Peconic
631-477-1100
greenportharborbrewing.com
Salt
63 South Menantic Road, Shelter Island
631-749-5535
saltshelterisland.com
The Suffolk
118 E. Main St., Riverhead
631-727-4343
thesuffolk.org
BEST MARINA
Booming boat service, whether you’re parking or buying can be found at these North Fork sites. Make a splash at these marinas on your maritime-focused days.
Brick Cove Marina
1760 Sage Blvd., Southold
631-477-0830
brickcove.com
Lighthouse Marina
229 Meetinghouse Creek Road, Aquebogue
631-722-3400
lighthousemarina.com
Port of Egypt Marine
62300 Main Road, Southold
631-765-2445
poemarine.com
Safe Harbor Marinas
500 Beach Road, Greenport
631-477-9594
shmarinas.com
Strongs Marine
2255 Wickham Ave., Mattituck
631-295-4096
strongsmarine.com
BEST SALON
Look good, feel good! Here are some of the top spots to get dolled up for a North Fork night out or a special event.
Cassandra Mari Salon
11700 Main Road, Mattituck
631-315-5505
cassandramarisalon.com
Craft Hair
213 East Front St., Greenport
631-477-6167
crafthairny.com
Salone Dei Capeli
56475 Main Road, Building B, Southold
631-765-6363
salondeicapelli.com
Skye’s Hampton Hair
36 W. Main St., Riverhead
631-800-6888
skyeshamptonhair.glossgenius.com
Special Effects Salon & Spa
455 Main St., Greenport
631-477-2265
Specialeffectssalonandtea.com
BEST SPA
You should get the best of the best when it comes to pampering. Treat yourself to these relaxing local retreats where self-care is in top form.
Blue Sage Day Spa
11700 Main Road, Mattituck
631-298-4244
bluesagedayspa.com
Neytiv Spa Boutique
28320 Main Road, Cutchogue
631-377-8226
neytivspa.com
Scarlett Rose Mindful Beauty
18 Sterlington Common, Greenport
631-477-1864
scarlettrosemindfulbeauty.com
Spa Bellezza
1116 Main Road, Aquebogue
631-779-3773
spabellezzali.com
The Spa & Hair Salon Services at East Wind Long Island
5720 NY-25A, Wading River
631-846-2339
eastwindlongisland.com/spa-and-salon
BEST YOGA AND PILATES STUDIO
Whether you’re stretching, strengthening or finding a meditative state, these North Fork studios are the place to be. Find your zen at one of our favorites.
Dottie’s Pilates Plus
28080 Main Road, Cutchogue
631-680-2778
dottiespilates.com
The Giving Room
56215 Main Road, Southold
631-765-6670
givingroom.net
Greenport Pilates, Yoga, Wellness
308 Front St., Greenport
631-477-6011
greenportpyw.com
Karuna Hot Yoga
9 Sterlington Common, Greenport
631-477-6356
karunahotyoga.com
Yoga Folk
13175 Main Road, Mattituck
631-502-3217
yogafolkny.com
