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EAST AT MONTAUK DOWNS
From an intimate affair and ceremony
at the Montauk Lighthouse to a seaside
extravaganza overlooking Lake Montauk,
Lessing's 3600 East at Montauk Downs,
with over 100 years catering experience will
always delight you and your guests. Serving
lunch,-drinks, &-Sunday Brunch. Margarita
Madness on Thursday Nights- with live
Reggae 631-483-5025 lessingsweddings.com
ANTHONY'S PANCAKE AND WAFFLE HOUSE
This Montauk classic, on main street in the
Village, has been serving hungry diners since
1952. Their tried-and-true breakfast choices
include French toast, omelets, eggs Benedict,
waffles, crepes, and fruit-filled pancakes,
along with bagels and lox. Greek lunch
specialties offer salads and gyros. Anthony's
also has soda-fountain favorites, so live it up
and order an ice-cream soda, fl oat, or sundae.
Families are very welcome here. Takeout
is available. Open daily at 7, year round.
No credit cards. Main St 668.9705
THE BACKYARD RESTAURANT AT SOLÉ EAST
T he c a sua l, Mediter ra nea n-in f luenced
menu is all about fresh, wholesome, natural
ingredients and sources, with organic meats
and vegetables, and fresh catch from the local
fi shermen. Enjoy excellent food in the dining
room or the gardens, or lounge poolside on
oversized cushions and enjoy a nifty drink
or two as you listen to the DJ spin. Dinner
specials and prix-fi xe menus. Breakfast, lunch
and dinner, seven days, in season. Sunday
Jazz Brunch and live entertainment. Major
credit cards. 90 Second House Road, 668.9737
soleeast.com
BEN & JERRY'S
Ben & Jerry's located on West Lake Drive
Extension at the Harbor. Celebrating their
28th year in Montauk serving Vermont's
"best" (Fair Trade) ice cream, frozen Greek
yogurt, fresh fruit sorbet and no sugar added
ice cream. Serving great "thick" shakes, soft
serve, fresh fruit (low calorie) smoothies,
and sorbet splashes on the menu. Visit our
adjoining Espresso bar featuring locally
roasted Fair Trade Organic coffee (from the
Hampton Coffee Co.), and an assortment of
organic teas and treats. Open Memorial Day
weekend, 7 days a week July-Labor Day.
631-668-9425 BenJerry.com
BIRD ON THE ROOF
At Bird on the Roof, you can have a meal and
browse the beach boutique for clothes and
accessories. Located in a standout A-frame
with the big seagull painted on the roof, this
Montauk landmark has been here for 32
years serving indoors or on the front and rear
patios. Hearty breakfasts of eggs Benedict
with smoked salmon or prosciutto, omelettes,
frittatas, and pancakes topped with fruit are
served all day. Lunch is added to the menu
mid-day. Serving from 8 to 1:30 from May
to October, seven days, in season. The shop
stays open till 5. Major credit cards. 47 South
Elmwood, 668.5833
CAFFÉ MONTE AT GURNEY'S INN
View the Atlantic Ocean from any table in
the Caffé Monte restaurant at Gurney's Inn
Resort and Spa, In season, breakfast buffet
from 7:30 - 10:00. Lunch menu, from noon
to 3, features Italian-American cuisine with
Tuscan sandwiches, pizzas, pastas, soups
& salads, and Montauk day-boat specials.
"Summer Wednesdays" hosts the famous
Lobster Bake at the inn, The Beach Bakery
serves homemade desserts and breads from
the house bakery, Starbucks coffee and other
drinks, from 7 am - 9pm. Heading to the
beach? Gurney's has snacks and picnic fare
for your outings. Major credit cards 290 Old
Montauk Highway, 668-2345 gurneysinn.com
DAVE'S GRILL
"Consistently delicious" states The Wall
Street Journal. R anked #1 pick in the
Hamptons by Zagat. David and Julie Marcley
have owned and operated this cozy waterfront
bistro since 1988. Starters include the Smoked
Tuna Spread with warm pita triangles and
the Chopped Salad. Try the famous Cioppino,
r iv a le d by t he de c adent Lobs ter Rol l
served on a baked brioche; steak, pasta and
vegetarian selections. Save room for the
Belgian "Chocolate Bag" fi lled with Tahitian
vanilla ice cream and raspberry compote.
Dave's offers an eclectic wine list. Dinner
5:30, May ­ Oct. Closed Wednesdays. Same
day, phone-only reservations policy starting
at 4:15 pm. MC/VISA.468 W. Lake Dr., 668-
9190 davesgrill.com
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Photo by Noah Fecks