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Best Long Island Outdoor Dining

Enjoy dining al fresco? Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in Long Island.

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The American Hotel

American

14/20

Dining Room at The American Hotel, Sag Harbor, NY

The American Hotel
49 Main St.
Sag Harbor, NY 11963
631-725-3535 |

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An extraordinary wine list and historic Victorian dining room make this institution a must for any celebration. More...

Babette's

Organic

14/20

66 Newtown Ln.
East Hampton, NY 11937
631-329-5377 |

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A Bohemian chic eatery serving organic and vegetarian fare. More...

Besito

Mexican

13/20

Dining Room at Besito, Huntington, NY

402 New York Ave.
Huntington, NY 11743
631-549-0100 |

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A hip atmosphere and fresh ingredients make this a Huntington hot-spot. More...

The Plaza Cafe

Seafood

13/20

61 Hill St.
Southampton, NY 11968
631-283-9323

A bucolic chalet atmosphere offers seafood-focused cuisine. More...

Prime Restaurant

American

14/20

117 New York Ave.
Huntington, NY 11743
631-385-1515 |

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Prime views and American cuisine along the coast of Huntington Harbor. More...

Sen

Japanese

13/20

Dining Room at Sen, Sag Harbor, NY

23 Main St.
Sag Harbor, NY 11963
631-725-1774 |

Lively Japanese eatery in Sag Harbor. More...

The 1770 House

New American

15/20

Dining Room at The 1770 House, East Hampton, NY

The 1770 House
143 Main St.
East Hampton, NY 11937
631-324-1770 |

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A striking Hamptons inn offers racy American cuisine. More...

The Silver Swan

American

14/20

441 E. Main St.
Centerport, NY 11721
631-261-2828 |

The Silver Swan, located at the tip of Centerport Harbor, serves American cuisine in a comfortable setting. More...

Tutto il giorno

Italian

13/20

5 Bay St.
Sag Harbor, NY 11963
631-725-7009 |

Sophisticated Italian cuisine and beautiful people in a chic décor by Donna Karan's daughter, Gabby Karan De Felice. More...

Waterzooi

Belgian

13/20

850 Franklin Ave.
Garden City, NY 11530
516-877-2177 |

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Long Island's only authentic Belgian restaurant serving up traditional dishes with a selection of over 130 imported Belgian beers. More...

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