Eating delicious food while looking out at a dazzling waterfront view is a multisensory treat that makes both parts of the experience even better. Long Island has more than 1,000 miles of coastline and a thriving culinary sector to take advantage of. 

Our REALTORS® are always thrilled to see how well these businesses make use of the landscape around them - after all, location is one of the most important considerations in real estate. Sit down at one of these waterfront restaurants around Suffolk and Nassau Counties and enjoy a meal in one of the most scenic areas on the East Coast.  

5 Spots for Waterfront Dining in Nassau and Suffolk Counties 

Nino's Beach 

Address: 43 Orchard Beach Boulevard, Port Washington, NY 11050 

Nino's Beach serves all your favorite Italian dishes with an upscale twist and a view you just can't beat. Their indoor dining room is lined with large windows overlooking Manhasset Bay, and their patio is built on a deck that sits directly on the water.  

As for the food, their expansive menu has something for everyone. Some menu highlights include:  

• Raw bar items like Salmon Crudo, East Coast Oysters, and Tuna Tartare 
• Premium appetizers like Prosciutto E Melone and Glazed Babyback Ribs 
• Artisanal pizzas with premium toppings and the option to sub the crust for a house-made gluten-free version 
• Luxury pasta dishes like Linguini Clams and Campanelle Alla Genovese made with your choice of fresh regular or gluten-free noodles 
• Indulgent entrees like Faroe Island Salmon and Snake River Farms Wagyu Bavette 

Bayside Clam Bar & Grill 

Address: 300 Bayview Avenue, East Islip, NY 11730 

Bayside Clam Bar & Grill is one of our real estate agents' favorite places to grab some dinner after a long day of helping clients list their East Islip homes for sale. Most of the seating here is out on the waterfront patio facing the East Islip Marina and the Great South Bay. With twinkling string lights overhead and live music in the background, you'll chow down on: 

• Pizza, nachos, chicken wings, mozzarella sticks, and other classic finger foods 
• Handheld meals like burgers, tacos, and burritos  
• Fried baskets filled with battered seafood or chicken strips and served with fries 
• Entrees inspired by global cuisines, including Bayside Jambalaya, Korean Skirt Steak, and Caribbean Mahi 
• A full complement of cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits for sipping 

Prime: An American Kitchen & Bar 

Address: 117 North New York Avenue, Huntington, NY 11743 

Prime's patio and dining room both offer incredibly picturesque views of Huntington Harbor before it opens onto the Long Island Sound. Join them on New York Avenue near our Huntington homes for sale to savor the very best in fine dining, including: 

• Raw bar oysters, clams, and seafood cocktails 
• Dry-aged prime New York strip, porterhouse, and ribeye steaks 
• Real Japanese A5 Wagyu beef seared to perfection 
• Luxury entrees like Crusted Montauk Tuna, Beef Wellington, and seasonal pastas 

The Purple Elephant  

Address: 81 W Fort Salonga Road, Northport, NY 11768 

The Purple Elephant gets their distinctive name from the bright purple elephant statue that sits outside their door. Specializing in Latin and Central American cuisine and offering a robust selection of vegan and gluten-free items, this place near our Northport homes for sale features views of Northport Harbor and is a great choice for dining with a group with different dietary needs. You can order:  

• Crowd-pleasing appetizers like Yucca Fries, Curtido, and Crispy Chicken Flautas 
• More than half a dozen types of tacos 
• Vegan entrees like Stuffed Spaghetti Squash and Eggplant Rollatini 
• Non-vegan mains like Pan-Roasted Wild King Salmon and Chicken Parmesan 

Louie's Prime Steak and Seafood 

Address: 395 Main Street, Port Washington, NY 11050 

Dating all the way back to 1905, Louie's is one of the oldest restaurants near our Port Washington homes for sale. Their historic Main Street location has floor-to-ceiling windows stretching across the wall facing Manhasset Bay, and their patio is right next to the scenic North Hempstead Town Dock. Their menu features premium options for every course, including:  

• Sumptuous starters like Baby Lamb Chops and Lobster Shrimp Bisque 
• Raw bar delicacies like Littleneck Clams and Ossetra Caviar 
• Fresh seafood dishes like Sesame Crusted Tuna and South African Lobster Tails 
• 35-day dry-aged steaks (their specialty)  

Surround Yourself in Sea Views in Suffolk and Nassau Counties 

Between restaurants like these and all of the parks, trails, and marinas that run along the water's edge, there's no shortage of stunning waterfront views on Long Island. Contact us today to learn more about our Suffolk County homes for sale and Nassau County homes for sale and discover the joy of life by the open waves.