The Hamptons, NY: Iconic Summer Done Right – My Curated Guide for The Hamptons
Dreaming of an easy summer escape that blends stylish stays with laid-back charm? Whether you’re planning a quick weekend out of NYC or a longer trip full of ocean breezes and oysters, this guide is your go-to for where to stay, eat, sip, and explore.
These are my favorite Hamptons spots—tried, loved, and curated for travelers who appreciate design-forward hotels, great food, local culture, and effortless luxury.
The Hamptons, NY: Iconic Summer Done Right
Each Hamptons village has its own vibe—from glam and party-forward to wellness and wine country chic. Below is my curated breakdown based on each village.
01. Easthampton
Easthampton RECOMMENDATIONS
Nightlife: Stephen Talkhouse (divey and iconic), EMP Summer House (dinner + lawn games), Sunset Beach (for a Euro-style lunch—show up by boat if you’re feeling baller).
Wellness: Tracy Anderson (pricey but energizing), SoulCycle, the Chanel store for retail therapy.
Eats & Drinks: Goldberg’s Bagels, Moby’s (dinner under the stars), Nick & Toni’s (romantic Italian), The Palm, Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Jack’s Coffee, Hello Oma, Carissa’s Bakery, Calissa, Sant Ambroeus, Tutto Café.
Beach: Georgica Beach – casual but classic.
Culture: LongHouse Reserve, Dan Flavin Art Institute (Bridgehampton).
02. Sag Harbor
Sag Harbor Recomendations
Dining: Le Bilboquet – expensive, but worth it.
Shopping: Goop Sag Harbor—because of course.
03. Westhampton
WestHampton Recomendations
Beach: Dune Road Beach, Silly Lily Fishing Station (rent a small boat for the afternoon).
Eats: John Scott’s Surf Shack, Brunetti Pizza (amazing), Briermere Farms (raspberry pie is a must), One Trick Pony, Docker’s.
Shop: Nibi.
Wellness: Doza Yoga.
04. Southampton
Southhampton Recomendations
Cafes & Dining: Golden Pear Café, Sant Ambroeus (courtyard goals), Tutto il Giorno (Italian dream), 75 Main (party crowd, average food).
Beach: Coopers Beach—pristine and chair rentals available.
Nightlife: Southampton Social Club.
05. Hampton Bays
Hampton Bays Recomendations
Dining: Cowfish (waterview), Rumba (Caribbean vibes).
05. Montauk
Montauk Recomendations
Hotels & Daylife: Gurney’s Montauk – spa, views, scene.
Dining: Scarpetta Beach, Duryea’s (lobster deck dreams), Crow’s Nest.
Lunch/Drinks: Navy Beach (sunsets + rosé), Lunch (best lobster roll), Montauk Clam Bar.
Wellness: New York Pilates.
Nightlife: Surf Lodge—dinner, drinks, live music.
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