The North Fork Trail spotlights Al Fresco Eats
The season for outdoor dining is finalllllllllllly here, and we are so ready for it. Grab your petite crew, call your friends, and head to these 12 spots for family-friendly al fresco eats across the North Fork. Don’t forget your sunnies, coloring books, NeeDohs, and all the things that make dining with kids most enjoyable.
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513 W. Main St., Riverhead
Enjoy an elevated meal while dining at full-service outdoor tables overlooking the Peconic River. Kids’ menu choices include pasta or chicken cutlets with chips.
40 McDermott Ave., Riverhead
This Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant is perfect for excellent food in a family-friendly, casual setting with outdoor picnic tables on the Peconic River Waterfront. Tons for kids to choose from on both the regular and kids’ menu.
452 Main Rd., Riverhead
Barrow Food House’s side patio is one of our family’s favorite warm-weather spots to enjoy a good meal with friends. Window service makes it a breeze!
487 Main Rd., Aquebogue
With a lively and vibrant al fresco setting, Little Lucharitos is ideal for families looking to kick back and nosh on some killer Tex-Mex. Kids’ options are plentiful.
9095 Sound Ave., Mattituck
Picnic tables on the patio paired with some BBQ and a well-rounded kids’ menu make this Mattituck spot an easy choice for lunch or dinner.
30840 Main Rd., Cutchogue
One of our go-to spots for a quick bite becomes even better when it’s warm enough to dine outdoors. Grab a picnic table and order inside for fresh seafood in a casual setting.
41150 County Rd. 48, Southold
Order inside, grab a buzzer, and pick your outdoor spot in this grassy yard complete with picnic tables and shade sails. Think fast-food but with fresh, local ingredients.
61600 Main Rd., Southold
Higher-end, but not stuffy, and still kid-friendly. We look forward to what The Shoals Dockside food truck rolls out this year when they open for the season on the 21st.
64755 NY-25, Southold
Nothing says “high season” like sitting outside at SFM on a warm day. With picnic tables directly outside the market, plus a few more just North of the parking lot, snagging a table is easier than you might think. But even if you have to wait a bit, we promise it's oh, so worth it. No dedicated kids’ menu here, but plenty of seafood and non-seafood items to choose from on the menu.
1400 Silvermere Rd., Greenport
Bay-side wood-fired pizza (and so much more) with our feet in the sand? Sign us up forever. Kid- and parent-approved, this spot is a 10. Reservations are highly recommended.
30 Main St., Greenport
There’s something very special about sitting in Stirling Square and noshing on the best pizza with your crew, but tables are extremely limited, so be prepared to wait or come early.
2530 Manhanset Ave., Greenport
Family-friendly and fun, Billy’s by the Bay feels like a vacation every single time. While there isn’t a dedicated kids’ menu, there are plenty of kid-friendly items on the menu to satisfy even the pickiest kiddo.