Dan's Papers - August 1, 2008

75 MAIN RESTAURANT - Lunch and dinner seven days and Daily Prix Fixe. Tues. is Local Night, Wed. is Prime Rib Night, and Thurs. is Clambake Night. Located at 75 Main Street, Southampton, 631-283-7575.

ALISON AT THE MAIDSTONE INN AND TAVERN - The restaurant is open Wednesday through Sunday for dinner from 5:30-10.30 p.m. Sunday Brunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. www.alisonrestaurant.com / www.maidstonearms.com. Located at 207 Main Street, East Hampton. 631-324-5440.

ALMOND - A classic French bistro offering unpretentious French fare at affordable prices. Open seven days, 6 - 11 p.m. on weekdays, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. on weekends. Located at 1970 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton. 631-537-8885.

ANNONA - Sleek modern Italian serving a market menu, which changes according to local produce. Everything from fresh breads and pastas to rib eye and local fish from their wood-burning oven. Located at 112 Riverhead Road, Westhampton Beach. 631-288-7766.

B. SMITH'S - Best waterfront location in the Hamptons serving the finest lobster salad, watermelon margaritas and steaks on the East End. Open for lunch, dinner and brunch. Located on Long Wharf at Bay Street, Sag Harbor. 631-725-5858 bsmith.com.

BIRCHWOOD ON THE PARK - International pub right in the heart of Southampton. Open 7 days a week 11-9 p.m. with a late night menu Fri. and Sat. until 12:30 a.m. Happy hour everyday 5-7 p.m. with 1/2 price apps at the bar on Fri. and free apps on Sat. Lunch and Dinner specials everyday. Mon. Employee night, Tues. Two For's, Wed. All you can eat seafood, Thurs. Ladies night. Late night wing night and Beer Pong for $15 starting at 9 p.m., with outdoor bar and patio. Located at 76C Jobs Lane, Southampton. 631-283-4316.

BEFORE THE BRIDGE RESTAURANT - Voted as one of the Best of the Best Seafood Restaurants by Dan's Papers readers. Open for dinner from 4 p.m., seven nights a week, closed Tuesday until June 17 and then will be open seven nights. Daily $25, 4-course Prix Fixe Sunday-Thursday. Crab feast, Shrimp feast, Seafood platter special. Serving lunch Fri.-Sun. from 12-4 p.m. Sunday Brunch 12-3 p.m. Located at 78 Foster Avenue, Hampton Bays, behind Tully's Seafood Market. 631-728-9111.

BOBBY VAN'S - Specializing in steakhouse classics and fresh fish. Lunch and dinner 7 days. Open 363 days a year for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Kitchen open Fri. & Sat. till 11 p.m. Located at Main Street, Bridgehampton. 631-537-0590.

BUOY ONE - Fresh seafood market, dining room and take-out. Voted "Best of the Best Seafood" in 2005 and 2006. Open Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Located at 1175 West Main Street, Riverhead. 631-208-9737.

CAFFE MONTE AT GURNEY'S - Serving breakfast daily from 7:30-10 a.m. From 12-3 p.m., the caffe serves a casual, economically priced Italian-style menu. La Paticceria serves light fare from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Located at 290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk. 631-668-2660.

CANAL CAFÉ - Fresh seafood and scenic waterfront dining. Savor the view as well as our food. Lunch and dinner. On Shinnecock Canal (Hampton Watercraft Marine), 44 Newtown RD, Hampton Bays. Closed Tuesdays. 631-723-2155.

CASA BASSO - A Hamptons landmark providing a unique Mediterranean dining experience for over 80 years. Three course prix fixe for $25 every night. Waterfront dining available. Open Tuesday-Sunday at 5pm. Located at 59 Montauk Highway, Westhampton (Next to the Castle and Swordsmen). www.casabasso.net. 631-288-1841.

COUNTRY HOUSE RESTAURANT - (Circa 1710) Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Voted Most Romantic Restaurant by AOL City Guide. Zagat Rated. Located on Route 25A on the corner of Main Street, "Old" Stony Brook. www.countryhouserestaurant.com 631-751-3332. Reservations suggested.

CROMER'S MARKERT - Custom Butcher Shop, Fresh Produce, Our famous fried chicken, full deli & appetizers, carry out catering. Open Mon. thru Sat. 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Sundays 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 805 Montauk Hwy, Montauk. 668-7500.

HAMPTON COFFEE COMPANY - Featuring espresso bar, bakery, coffee roastery, full-service café serving breakfast, lunch and desserts, and outdoor garden seating. Open Monday-Thursday, Sunday 6 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday & Saturday 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Located at 869 Montauk Highway in Water Mill & 194 Mill Road in Westhampton Beach. www.hamptoncoffeecompany.com 631-726-COFE.

THE INN SPOT ON THE BAY - A true "foodies delight" featuring the freshest seafood and local produce available. Platinum Chef winner Cheffe Colette creates an inventive menu with some pleasant surprises. Dine outside on the waterfront verandah and enjoy the best sunsets in the Hamptons. Located at 32 Lighthouse Rd Hampton Bays. 631-728-1200.

THE JAMESPORT MANOR INN - Experience North Fork History and unprecedented local cuisine in the magnificently reconstructed 1850s mansion. New American Cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. Serving Lunch and Dinner daily closed Tuesday. Private parties accommodated. Located at 370 Manor Lane, Jamesport. Call 631-722-0500, email inn@jamesportmanor.com or visit www.jamesportmanor.com

LIGHTHOUSE GRILL & PATIO - An upscale, yet unpretentious setting, Dine where historical magnates J.P. Morgan Jr., Astor and Doubleday overlooked the famed docks and waterside views. Enjoy Chef Jared Potter's signature "Jaker Crab Cake"& "Yacht Chowder." Monthly Artists Wine Dinners Series - last Thurs. monthly thru Oct. Reservations suggested. Dinner. 631-668-3100, Ext. 1172. 32 Star Island Road, Montauk.

LE SOIR RESTAURANT - Serving the finest French cuisine for over 25 years, rated in Zagat Survey of Distinction 2006-2007 and recognized as among the best on Long Island for delicious quality food, value and attentive staff. Nightly specials, homemade on premises desserts. Located at 825 W. Montauk Highway, Bayport. 631-472-9090.

MATTO RESTAURANT- Matto, Italian for "crazy," features a menu bursting with Italian specialties and handcrafted, thin-crust pizzas. Chic yet casual. Serving dinner Monday - Friday from 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday beginning at 12 noon for lunch and continuing into dinner beginning at 5 p.m. Weeknight bar special of complimentary amuse bouche with cocktails at the bar, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Takeout is available. Located at 104 North Main Street, East Hampton, 631-329-0200 www.mattoresturant.com.

MATSULIN - This cozy Pan Asian restaurant has a menu with varied cuisines from fresh cut sashimi to savory Kari Ayam. Open 7 days from 12 p.m. Located at 131 W. Montauk Highway, Hampton Bays. 631-728-8838.

MUSE - Restaurant and aquatic lounge open for dinner 6 days a week, serving brunch on Sundays. Live entertainment with Steve Frederick Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. Located in the Water Mill Square, 760 Montauk Highway, Water Mill. 631-726-2606.

OAKLAND'S RESTAURANT & MARINA - Located on Dune Road at the Shinnecock Inlet in Hampton Bays is serving lunch & dinner seven days a week beginning at noon. Monday and Tuesday nights Oakland's offers a lobster bash, Friday night Happy Hour 5-7 p.m. and Sunday Brunch 12-3 p.m. The regular menu is available during these specials. Live music on our deck weekends weather permitting. Visit www.oaklandsresturant.com for more information. 631-728-6900.

OASIS WATERFRONT RESTAURANT - Zagat says "Modern tropical interiors and wonderful sunset views. Seasonal cuisine that is delicious and delightful and service that is always gracious if not perfect. This off the beaten path charmer is deemed a real find." Serving dinner nightly from 5:30 p.m. Located at 3253 Noyac Road. Sag Harbor. www.oasishamptons.com. 631-725-7110.

ONE OCEAN - An elegant restaurant with a casual atmosphere. Prix fixe $23 available all night Sun., Tues & Thurs. and until 7 p.m. Fri. & Sat. Enjoy shrimp night on Wednesdays and the dazzling vocals of Monica Hughes on Thursday nights from 8 to 11 p.m. Open for brunch Fri.-Sun. from 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Located on the corner of Ocean Road and Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton. 631-537-5665.

PARTO'S - Italian restaurant, pizzeria, caféé. Frank Spatola invites you to enjoy a real taste of Italy. Old-style, rural Tuscan atmosphere. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sun. 12-9 p.m. Visit www.partosrestaurant.com. Located at 12 West Main Street, 100 yards west of Atlantis Marine World, Riverhead. 631-727-4828.

THE PATIO AT 54 MAIN - New American Cuisine featuring prime aged steaks and fresh seafood. Three course Chef's tastings available seven days a week for $30. Live entertainment Fri. & Sat. Friday Night Happy Hour in our Grill Room. Open 7 days a week, 4-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. and 4-11 p.m. Fri. and Sat. Located at 54 Main Street, Westhampton Beach. 631-288-0100.

PIERRE'S - Euro-chic but casual restaurant and bar. Late dinner and bar on weekdays. Open 7 days. Brunch Fri. - Sun. from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. near the fireplace. Located at 2468 Main Street, Bridgehampton. 631-537-5110. www.pierresbridgehampton.com.

PREMIER DINER - Enjoy spectacular food, dinner specials and easy-going atmosphere. Open 24 hours, weekends. Located at 690 Commack Road, Commack, 200 ft. North of Expressway (going east Exit 52, going west Exit 53) 631-462-1432.

THE REGULARS MUSIC CAFÉ - Live music. Great food. Lunch. Dinner. Happy Hour, half priced drinks 5-7 p.m. 631 . 287 . 2900 www.RegularsMusicCafe.com 1271 North Sea Rd, Southampton.

THE SALTWATER GRILL - Located on the Atlantic Ocean in Westhampton Beach, serving amazing ocean views, friendly service, and classic, simply grilled seafood and steaks. Lunch/Dinner/Drinks/Live Music. 631 288-1485. Located 379 Dune Road Westhampton Beach.

SARACEN - A Mediterranean culinary experience, Saracen boasts a modern Italian menu, comfortable atmosphere and excellent European service. Reservations recommended. Located at 108 Montauk Highway, Wainscott. 631-537-6255.

SAVANNA'S - Open for dinner at 6 p.m. Happy hour Monday-Friday until 7 p.m. Wednesday is lobster night, featuring Chef's special lobster menu. Gracious dining indoors in our historic dining room and outside the rose garden. Located at 268 Elm St. Southampton. 631-283-0202.

SEA GRILLE AT GURNEY'S - Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Located at 290 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk. 631-668-2660.

SUNSET CAFÉ - Organic cafe by day, wine and martini bar by night. Offering organic coffee, wraps, sandwiches, soup, salads and baked goods. Located at 49 Sunset Ave, Westhampton Beach. (631) 288-3010, www.sunsetcafewhb.com

TUSCAN HOUSE - Regional Italian Cuisine, seafood, pastas, meat and poultry, you feel that you have been transported to Italy the moment you arrive. Dan's Papers "Best of the Best" Italian Food. Open year round. 10 Windmill Lane, Southampton, 631-287-8703

TURTLE CROSSING - Serving authentic regional food in an old Southwestern technique. Ribs, wraps, 'ritas! Dinner every night. Lunch Sat. & Sun. Located at 221 Panitgo Road, East Hampton. 631-324-7166.

WESTHAMPTON STEAKHOUSE - Seafood, pasta, prime-aged steaks, lobster dinners. Prix-fixe available every night until 7 p.m. Thursday and Sundays. Lobster dinner $17, Prime Rib $21.95 or Prime Rib and Lobster $36. Live music in the dining room Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Located at 142 Mill Road, Westhampton. 631-288-7161.

ZIGGY'S FOOD + DRINK- '60s Surfer Beach Style. Grilled Kabobs, Great Burgers, Vegetarian choices and Salads. Kids play while adults checkout the frozen drinks. Come early - grab a spot. Late Night Swinging Bar. Open at 11/7 days. Located at 964 Bridge/Sag Turnpike. 631-537-6060. www.ZiggysBridgehampton.com