POV: You head inside after a long day on the beach, take a shower, get dressed for dinner and decide to grab a cocktail. The obvious drink of choice? An Aperol spritz.
There is truly nothing more refreshing than an Aperol spritz after a long day in the sun. And while most spritzes are made with the same ingredients, not every Aperol spritz is the same. Not to worry, we rounded up the very best spots to grab the most refreshing drink of the summer in the Hamptons. These nine Hamptons haunts have the very best spritzes to be found Out East.
See also: The 8 Best Margaritas In The Hamptons
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8 W. Water St., Sag Harbor / Website
Known for its sunset dinner series, this Sag Harbour restaurant serves incredible seafood in one of the best locations to catch the Hamptons sunset. An Aperol spritz pairs perfectly with their pan-roasted local blackfish with fiddlehead ferns, potato puree and morel cream. We also recommend starting with the pork belly sliders and the steamed mussels.
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1020 Montauk Highway, Water Mill / Website
Called “Mykonos in the Hamptons,” Calissa always brings the party with their Greek dishes such as salt-baked fish, seafood pasta and Mediterranean mezze and their live entertainment, including live music on Thursdays and DJ sets on Fridays and Saturdays. Insider tip: The avocado tzatziki is life-changing.
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336 W. Montauk Highway / Website
Each and every menu item is made in-house using the East End’s local, in-season produce at Centro Trattoria & Bar. Family recipes and the wood-burning oven reign supreme, resulting in delicious Italian cuisine perfect for a summer’s evening. The patio is gorgeous, the desserts are delish and the perfect Aperol spritz is the cherry on top.
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15 Main Street, Southampton / Website
Located right on Main Street in Southampton, Dopo Argento combines modern Mediterranean cuisine with Italian accents for a bright, inspired menu that will please the whole family. Dopo Argento is a great choice for occasion dining thanks to its extensive land and sea offerings and the generously portioned sides.
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1 Long Wharf, Sag Harbor / Website
St. Tropez meets the Hamptons at this local favorite, long beloved by Hamptonites and New Yorkers. There’s always a party at Bilbo, and their Aperol spritz is the perfect accouterment. Be sure to pair it with whatever’s on special (everything’s delicious) for the perfect evening of summer revelry.
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2468 Main St., Bridgehampton / Website
This Bridgehampton eatery gives the Hampton’s finest ingredients the French treatment, resulting in delicious and ultra-fresh shrimp, mussels and fish. For the past 20 years, Pierre’s has been providing excellent people watching on the outdoor patio and delicious French cuisine that pairs exquisitely with their perfectly proportioned spritz.
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30 Main St., Southampton / Website
This Milanese restaurant has garnered a cult following both in Manhattan and the Hamptons. From their delicious pastries and cappuccinos to their homemade pasta, there’s no way to go wrong at San Ambroeus. The Southampton location recently underwent a design refresh thanks to Robert McKinley, so you can sip your spritz in style.
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35 Shore Road, Shelter Island Heights / Website
This boutique hotel has everything you need for an incredible Hamptons stay: ocean views, gorgeous outdoor seating, delicious food and a fully stocked bar. If you’ve just hopped out of the water, this is a great spot to grab a bite and a few drinks, and their spritzes are nothing short of perfection. P.S. It’s pet friendly too!
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Multiple locations / Website
Aperol is an Italian delicacy, so it comes as no surprise that one of the Hampton’s finest Italian restaurants has mastered the perfect spritz. This local favorite is a labor of love, and it shows through the delicious Italian cuisine, including fresh pastas and seafood. Insider tip: Indulge in the dessert here; it’s well worth it!
Photography by: Gabriella Clare Marino/Unsplash
