Location: Riverhead
Top Restaurants in Riverhead
Where to Eat in Riverhead: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Riverhead is a town within Suffolk County, New York, on the north shore of Long Island. As of the 2010 census, the population was 33,506. The town rests on the mouth of the Peconic River, from which it derives its name. Since 1727, Riverhead has been the county seat of Suffolk County. The smaller hamlet of Riverhead lies within it, and is the town's principal economic center. The town is 166 miles (267 km) southwest of Boston via the Orient Point-New London Ferry, and is 76 miles (123 km) northeast of New York City.
Things to do in Riverhead
1. Briermere Farms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 274 reviews
Reviewed By William V - New York City, New York
By far the best pies on Long Island. A huge selection of pies and also a farm stand in the front. The place also has local jams and all that Mason jar stuff. Must try if in the area.
2. Jerry & The Mermaid
Overall Ratings
4 based on 464 reviews
Open Seven Days a Week Year Round. Located directly next to the Hyatt Place East End Hotel and Atlantis Long Island Aquarium! Just minutes from Tanger Outlets and a short drive to the Hamptons or LI wine country. Arrive by car or by boat using one of Jerry's complimentary docking slips!
Reviewed By Mick M - Long Beach, New York
We come out to Riverhead often and always stay at the Hyatt next door. This is absolutely our favorite restaurant here for several reasons. First the food is fresh and delicious. Try the mussels in either sauce, the panko flounder, waffle fries, and most definitely the peanut butter chocolate pie.
Also the service is spectacular. We’ve been here many times over the past 8 years and have always been blown away by Chef Jerry and his staff. I don’t understand some of the negative reviews here. They go out of their way to please the customer. We had a minor issue with a dish and we were offered a million ways to rectify the problem.
We love this place so much we once came here for lunch, dinner, and lunch again on a weekend vacation!
3. Hampton Coffee Company
Overall Ratings
4 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By sfay117 - Wading River, New York
A great stop for a quick cup of coffee with several pastry snacks, including the most amazing pecan and raisin scones. When it"s warm you can sit outside, or stay at on of several small tables inside. The service is fast and there's always a smil and a kind word by those working there. They also have a jar of dog biscuits should your canine companion be waiting for you outside.
4. FARM COUNTRY KITCHEN
Overall Ratings
4 based on 370 reviews
Excellent Little Place - Overlooks The Peconic River - Casual
Reviewed By Lisa11763 - Medford, New York
Real review, I live local was meeting a friend for lunch in Riverhead. Went to tripadvisor and read reviews and thought this place looked right up our alley. If you can find it, that is the first challenge as its an old house not alot of sinage so if ur gps says there it is...its there, parking a bit difficult in area, but . the food was well,worth it. Since it was our first time, they asked If we wanted to sit on porch, sure, but next time maybe not, its very loud, tables were a bit close for my liking, but thats me I dont like to feel like Im eating with the next table but its a small place so not much to do about it, the food, and wait staff more then makes up for that, inside tables was alot quieter. this place is an old house with many rooms, and small tables throughout the place we loved it! We felt like we were at a larger version of our fav funky eatery on block Island. The cesar salad dressing was by far the best I have ever had, the chocolate cake to die for. So overall, cannot believe we found a place like this in Riverhead, glad we did. We went based on reviews, they were right. Food is excellent. Not a place for kids though.
5. Snowflake Ice Cream Shoppe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By bwdw - florida
I had the soft serve vanilla ice cream with the homemade hot fudge sauce. The soft serve was amazingly rich and creamy and it was topped with the best and thickest hot fudge I have ever tasted. My husband had a scoop of peconic swamp thing which was chocolate ice cream with brownies and raspberries, as well as some vanilla soft serve with fresh peaches on top. This may seem like an unusual combo but it was simply delightful. The server was extremely helpful and there are literally innumerable combinations of delicious flavors and toppings. For ice cream, this is the best of the best! Don't miss it!
6. Star Confectionery Store
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By Felicia B - Fort Pierce, Florida
If you are into authentic old style ice cream parlors, this is the place to go. Fondly known to locals as "Uncle Nick's" it has been at the same location, owned by the same family, serving up the same quality items for decades.
The checkerboard square flooring, the tin type ceiling and the stools are not decorative add ons, they are the authentic originals.
Sandwiches are packed with meat and flavor. Ice cream comes in dozens of varieties and salads are generous proportions.
Perhaps the BEST feature is that they make vanilla (and chocolate) egg creams that are terrific ! Years ago a regional newspaper did a feature on such old fashioned ice cream parlors and this establishment was highly rated overall but received the BEST RATING for egg creams.
Thank goodness some things really don't change.
Prices are still reasonable. Service is still reliable and friendly. And quality never goes out of style.
7. Turkuaz Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By megjo - Canberra, Australia
Food was ok. Flies weren't. They need to really do something about the flies! The staff seemed to think we were crazy for wanting to change table whilst they dealt with the flies. Was not a relaxing dinner.
8. Tweeds Restaurant & Buffalo Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 181 reviews
TWEED'S combines true local flavor with sophisticated cuisine in an atmosphere of comfort, warmth, courtesy and welcoming familiarity. The award winning staff and this beautiful establishment are proud to be the historical centerpiece of Riverhead's Main Street revival
Reviewed By tabhauser - Long Island
Tweed's is a nice neighborhood gastro type pub/restaurant. Ask questions before ordering.
I asked why the Buffalo burger was $20 and was told it was a pound of meat. This was not something I wanted to order at night. I did order a starter of fried clams that were the special. I got a full plate not a starter size ($22) which I should have asked the price. Main course of striped bass was very good. Go here but ask questions before ordering.
9. Buoy One
Overall Ratings
4 based on 189 reviews
Reviewed By Shelly8242 - Beit She'an, Israel
We are fish eaters and were very glad to try to fresh fish at this restauant. The meal was excellent, well presented, served coureously and efficiently and moderately priced. A nice place for an evening meal.
10. Digger's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By John P - Southampton, New York
Deceivingly good! On the surface it appears just a traditional pub- (a good one at that) but beneath lies an amazing menu of outstanding dishes- Father Solan Seafood Stuffed Clams, Fresh house made Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, amazing wings, Filet Mignon Steak Tidbits, baby back ribs, all amazing starters.
Sandwiches like no other- including the Reuben, the Baja Wrap, and of course the Triple D burger- like nothing you see elsewhere. Entrees- all exceptional.
Portions, Quality, and presentation- all lend to incredible Price value.
This place has quickly become a riverhead institution. As restaurants open one after the next in this now somewhat booming town, locals appreciate Diggers more and more as the best of riverhead. Its just that good. All the others pale by comparison!!
