Food scene
There are numerous restaurants on the island, with 4 new ones this summer!
Super casual and low-key, happy hour is 4-6pm. Bands generally play Wednesday through Sunday at The Shipwreck Bar (5pm-8pm and also during the afternoons on the weekends). This is perfect when the weather is nice, and you can have dinner at the bar. There is plenty of outdoor space. Reservations recommended.
http://www.saltshelterisland.com
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SALT Waterfront Bar & Grill
63 S Menantic RdSuper casual and low-key, happy hour is 4-6pm. Bands generally play Wednesday through Sunday at The Shipwreck Bar (5pm-8pm and also during the afternoons on the weekends). This is perfect when the weather is nice, and you can have dinner at the bar. There is plenty of outdoor space. Reservations recommended.
http://www.saltshelterisland.com
Hands down the best restaurant on the island. Make a reservation in advance. It has excellent, food, service and atmosphere. $$$$
http://www.vinestreetcafe.com
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Vine Street Café
41 S Ferry RdHands down the best restaurant on the island. Make a reservation in advance. It has excellent, food, service and atmosphere. $$$$
http://www.vinestreetcafe.com
For Lunch, a sunset cocktail or dinner. (Owned by Andre Balazs.) The food is French + Expensive. Open lunch and dinner. Great for people watching and a sea view. Weekends are busy.
http://www.sunsetbeachli.com/main.html
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Sunset Beach
Shore RdFor Lunch, a sunset cocktail or dinner. (Owned by Andre Balazs.) The food is French + Expensive. Open lunch and dinner. Great for people watching and a sea view. Weekends are busy.
http://www.sunsetbeachli.com/main.html
Island Italian cuisine. Good appetizers – my favorite is the Kobe beef meatballs. Super casual with bar, indoor and outdoor seating. Open Tuesday through Saturday. Music in the bar - check the website for times.
http://www.isolany.com
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Isola
15 Grand AveIsland Italian cuisine. Good appetizers – my favorite is the Kobe beef meatballs. Super casual with bar, indoor and outdoor seating. Open Tuesday through Saturday. Music in the bar - check the website for times.
http://www.isolany.com
Fresh fish market and lobster tank. Take out only, if you like fried shrimp and clams, this is the place. You can see their specials on their Facebook page
(20+) Commander Cody's Seafood | Facebook
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Commander Cody's Seafood
41 Smith StFresh fish market and lobster tank. Take out only, if you like fried shrimp and clams, this is the place. You can see their specials on their Facebook page
(20+) Commander Cody's Seafood | Facebook
18 BAY at SHELTER ISLAND HOUSE
11 Stearns Point Road, Shelter Island Heights
18 Bay Restaurant serves a four course Italian inspired Chefs menu that is a direct reflection of the local markets. Dinner begins with four different antipasti, followed by a handmade pasta, a choice of entree and dessert. They have recently relocated to The Shelter Island House.
18 Bay Restaurant :: Exceptional Restaurant & Bar (shelterislandhouse.com)
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Shelter Island House
11 Stearns Point Rd18 BAY at SHELTER ISLAND HOUSE
11 Stearns Point Road, Shelter Island Heights
18 Bay Restaurant serves a four course Italian inspired Chefs menu that is a direct reflection of the local markets. Dinner begins with four different antipasti, followed by a handmade pasta, a choice of entree and dessert. They have recently relocated to The Shelter Island House.
18 Bay Restaurant :: Exceptional Restaurant & Bar (shelterislandhouse.com)
THE CHEQUIT
23 Grand Avenue, Shelter Island Heights
The Chequit is in the final stages of renovation and will open in May 2022. Check out their website for openings. The restaurants will be good and there is outdoor fireplace seatings, a good bar and music will be back.
The Chequit (thechequithotel.com)
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The Chequit
23 Grand AveTHE CHEQUIT
23 Grand Avenue, Shelter Island Heights
The Chequit is in the final stages of renovation and will open in May 2022. Check out their website for openings. The restaurants will be good and there is outdoor fireplace seatings, a good bar and music will be back.
The Chequit (thechequithotel.com)
THE FLYING GOAT
26 Sunnyside Drive
The Flying Goat Restaurant is located at historic Shelter Island Country Club. 2022 will mark 120 years of continuous operation of the club which is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy this beautiful, and historic place for a meal or sip a cool drink while taking in the panoramic views from one of the highest points on Shelter Island.
The Flying Goat Restaurant
26 Sunnyside AvenueTHE FLYING GOAT
26 Sunnyside Drive
The Flying Goat Restaurant is located at historic Shelter Island Country Club. 2022 will mark 120 years of continuous operation of the club which is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy this beautiful, and historic place for a meal or sip a cool drink while taking in the panoramic views from one of the highest points on Shelter Island.
Leon 1909, at 29 West Neck Road, just opened this August and is a beautiful space. There are both indoor and outdoor seating and the menu is delicious. Reservations are a must!
Léon 1909
29 West Neck RoadLeon 1909, at 29 West Neck Road, just opened this August and is a beautiful space. There are both indoor and outdoor seating and the menu is delicious. Reservations are a must!
Markets and Cafe's
STARS CAFÉ
17 Grand Avenue
Affordable café, great for a casual breakfast sandwich, pastries, coffee or lunch.
https://www.starscafeshelterisland.com
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Stars Cafe
17 Grand AveSTARS CAFÉ
17 Grand Avenue
Affordable café, great for a casual breakfast sandwich, pastries, coffee or lunch.
https://www.starscafeshelterisland.com
IGA
75 North Ferry Road
This is Shelter Island’s largest grocery store, located mid-island on route 114. It’s your best option on the island for large quantities/brands of groceries and supplies.
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IGA Shelter Island
75 N Ferry RdIGA
75 North Ferry Road
This is Shelter Island’s largest grocery store, located mid-island on route 114. It’s your best option on the island for large quantities/brands of groceries and supplies.
WINE + LIQUOR
MANIKAS LIQUOR
179 North Ferry Road
This is the best option for wine and liquor. They have a good selection and will set you up with whatever you want. Located opposite Marie Eiffel’s.
Manikas Liquor Shop
179 N Ferry RdWINE + LIQUOR
MANIKAS LIQUOR
179 North Ferry Road
This is the best option for wine and liquor. They have a good selection and will set you up with whatever you want. Located opposite Marie Eiffel’s.
KYLE’S
27 North Ferry Road
Perfect for a casual breakfast or lunch. Great food. Located in the middle of the island.
https://www.kylescooking.com
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Kyle's
27 N Ferry RdKYLE’S
27 North Ferry Road
Perfect for a casual breakfast or lunch. Great food. Located in the middle of the island.
https://www.kylescooking.com
KING ANDREW CHEESE and WHITE OAK WINE GARDEN
87 North Ferry Road
A nice spot outdoors to taste wine and have a curated fruit and cheese plate. Open Thursday through Sunday from noon.
http://www.thecheesecarriage.com/
White Oak Farm and Gardens
74 North Ferry RoadKING ANDREW CHEESE and WHITE OAK WINE GARDEN
87 North Ferry Road
A nice spot outdoors to taste wine and have a curated fruit and cheese plate. Open Thursday through Sunday from noon.
http://www.thecheesecarriage.com/
VINE STREET MARKET
41 South Ferry Road
Behind Vine Street Cafe you can order lunch to go from 11-4pm – lobster rolls are the best and enough for 2! Or pick up something for dinner. It’s not cheap but the ingredients are incredible! New offerings, including Pizza's, Grilled Vegetables, Cheeses, Charcuterie, Hostess Gifts, Fresh Baked Cookies. After dinner, stop in for a pint of ice cream or something sweet to take home.
TEL: 631-749-3210 X 4
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Vine Street Café
41 S Ferry RdVINE STREET MARKET
41 South Ferry Road
Behind Vine Street Cafe you can order lunch to go from 11-4pm – lobster rolls are the best and enough for 2! Or pick up something for dinner. It’s not cheap but the ingredients are incredible! New offerings, including Pizza's, Grilled Vegetables, Cheeses, Charcuterie, Hostess Gifts, Fresh Baked Cookies. After dinner, stop in for a pint of ice cream or something sweet to take home.
TEL: 631-749-3210 X 4
MARIE EIFFEL
184 North Ferry Road
Good for some gourmet grocery shopping. During the day it’s great for a sandwich, breakfast, gourmet snacks. Sit outside by the water to eat.
http://marieeiffelmarket.com/#the-goods
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Marie Eiffel Market
184 N Ferry RdMARIE EIFFEL
184 North Ferry Road
Good for some gourmet grocery shopping. During the day it’s great for a sandwich, breakfast, gourmet snacks. Sit outside by the water to eat.
http://marieeiffelmarket.com/#the-goods
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Town Beach Passes
You can obtain a daily or weekly beach pass by going to the Shelter Island Chamber web page. Just search shelter island beach permits and it comes up. Note you will need your car registration and if you want to obtain a weekly pass, let me know as you will need a letter from me stating you are renting.