A big thank you to our waiter Michael for his generous hospitality and for making my birthday lunch so special! Fauna was on our list of restaurants to try for a while and I'm so glad this was my decision. Hot and dirty martini to start b/c why not! So good. 10/10 Popovers one word. Get! Soft, warm, delicious buttery goodness! 10/10 Lobster bisque rich and creamy, I loved mine, my wife found hers to be a little too salty. 8/10 Almond crusted flounder, decent portion flavors blended nicely with the salad, tomatoes, and capers. 7/10 Green goddess Orecchiette very flavorful. Peas gave a good sweetness, pasta had a good lemony taste, the slow roasted ricotta had a strong sun-dried tomato flavor which paired well with the focaccia bread. 8/10 Expresso martini one of the best I have ever had. 10/10 Pecan chocolate cake for dessert, rich and decadent. 10/10 Highly recommend, and we both look forward to returning. The service from Michael was top notch! read more

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What a terrible experience. We had eaten at Flora a few days earlier and had the most delicious food and excellent service. Well, we met the complete opposite arriving at Fauna. We only saw the waitress one time. After waiting 15 minutes, she arrived to take our order and we NEVER saw her again. The potato purée with truffle cream and leeks, which we requested to arrive first hadn't arrived after what seemed like 15 to 20 minutes so we got up from the table and apparently they made a mistake and it should've been brought to the table and when it did, it was cold or barely warm. We tried to find someone to get us to help us, but after five minutes gave up and decided to eat it. You couldn't taste any truffle and we ate it just because we were hungry, but it was extremely disappointing. There were hardly any leaks on it and they were overcooked. Next, there was confusion over our entrée which we were splitting and we wanted to come out and we again had to try to track someone down to explain to please send out the entrée. When it arrived, the fish had been pounded down thin and was covered in breading and so much oil that it was completely disgusting and inedible. Instead of a beautiful piece of juicy flounder, we got a dry, oily thin piece, which was mostly breading and really disgusting. It had no flavor. Green beans which they put a fancy name on to make it sound special while they were overcooked and tasteless and the sweet potatoes were watered down. The rum banana was overcooked and would have been better suited as a dessert. We then had to get up from the table again because we never found our waitress so we had to go to the hostess so we can retrieve our bill and left a very undeserving 15% tip. We managed to find someone else to bring us some containers to take on the food that we hadn't eaten and in the end, I don't know why we bothered because it went in the garbage. If you want terrible service and terrible food, then head on over to Fauna . If you want good service and good food walk a few feet and there you have Flora. Flora is a small intimate restaurant that is decorated beautifully had amazing service and cooks their food perfectly. They treat each customer as if they are their most special customer. We felt welcomed there and we felt like they went above and beyond to make us happy. It was such a different experience going to that. We are shocked the same owners owned both restaurants. Maybe they should try switching managers so Fauna can learn how to run things more like Flora. I have a feeling that Fauna makes most of their money on alcohol because you certainly don't wanna go there for the food or ambience. It's noisy and obnoxious. If you want a peaceful restaurant, that's beautiful and knows what their theme is then go on over to Flora. Fauna has lamps with deer, antlers and wood that is dark and uninviting and strange wallpaper with different animals on it in the bathroom and terrible smelling soap. Their menu is confusing as with their music, which was a mix of salsa and a type of music you would expect in a Mexican restaurant. You really missed the mark Fauna. read more

Fauna - Thin, oily, over breaded tasteless fish with overcooked, green beans and water down sweet potatoes - New American Near Me - Westhampton Beach, New York

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Based on the strong reviews we decided to try Fauna. The good: loved the decor The bad: order came out incorrectly, poor service and meats (chicken and filet mignon) were overly salty. Couldn't get the attention of any employee until we were nearly finished as they appeared too busy socializing with each other with their backs to the restaurant. Once we got the attention of an employee (not our waitress who seemed to be the only waitress in the entire restaurant/bar), we explained that the wedge salad was ordered without blue cheese crumbles and dressing. The waitress had confirmed both items were to be removed during the order so we're not sure where the break down happened (waitress order issue or chef error). When the employee (not our waitress) came back with a new wedge salad it was half an iceberg slapped on the plate with everything else in tiny metal cups. She seemed rather annoyed. It was definitely ordered correctly so the issue was on the restaurant but she made us feel like we were the problem. Also this all happened so late into our meal that we were ready to go and so the wedge was barely touched. Plus who wants to eat a $21 wedge you have to construct yourself with half an iceberg head and minuscule toppings. Our waitress was apologetic and we'd expected they'd provide some sort of credit or offer a dessert for the error and delay. Nope. Nothing except a scratch off card to use at a later time. We're from out of state and even if we were local, not sure we'd come back. They should've discounted the salad given it was their error. Hopefully they do some basic training like checking in on guests not long after their meal arrives to confirming everything is good. This place wasn't even busy when we were here and it took a long time to flag someone down about the issue. They also should do some training on service issues and how to resolve on the spot for client recovery. read more

We went to Fauna for our anniversary and honestly couldn't have picked a better spot. We walked in right after a snowstorm and were surprised by how lively it was. It never felt rushed or empty, just a great energy. The ambience was warm and intimiate, perfect for a special night out. The lobster carbonara was incredible, but I still can't get over the crispy pork belly, easily the highlight of the meal. We did the restaurant week menu and it was absolutely worth it, both in value and quality. Everything from the food to the overall experience felt thoughtful and well done. Such a great experience overall. Will definitely be back. read more

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I've been to Flora several times, but I recently tried their sister restaurant, Fauna. It's a quiet location, set off Main St., with a parking lot conveniently across the street. Very cool fire pit and Adirondack chairs to relax with a drink on the front lawn. Interior was spacious and trendy with both inside and outdoor seating. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable and food was delicious. There were so many things I wanted to try, but ultimately went with steak and eggs which was very good. Would definitely come back to try over things! read more

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Elegant yet relaxed. Creative menu with fresh, seasonal ingredients and balanced flavors. Cocktails are crafted with care, and the wine list complements the dishes well. Service is attentive without hovering. Refined dining without the pretense--one of the Hamptons' standouts. read more

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Cuisine: 7 Service: 7 Decor: 9 Value: 4 Overall: 7 This is a wonderful restaurant in the Hamptons for a nice weekend brunch or a celebratory event. Well, for a small group of us, it was both. Walking into what looks like a nice residential home, you enter a space with an interesting theme. As the name suggests, the wallpaper, paintings, and even sconces were full of animals, from the main dining room to the bathroom. Starting off with some lovely Herbed Popovers and flavorful Parlato Kale, it was a nice way to start. Unfortunately, entrees were more of a mixed bag. The best of the items was probably the French Dip, which was cooked medium rare, came with some arugula and herbed mayo, served with a side of delicious au jus and horseradish. Another good entree was the Classic Fish & Chips, which was somewhat crispy and very tender, but the price seemed ridiculous even for the Hamptons area. There were two pieces of fried cod and a handful of fries for $29. Ouch! I would say a total of about 4 ounces of cod at best. Even for this area, I felt that was unacceptable. Both burgers were fine, but nothing too special. Definitely skip the Chrisphé Chicken Sandwich because it was very dry. Overall, the food was solid. From my understanding, this is the same team behind Cow Fish, Rumba, and Flora. Clearly, they have a formula that works. Albeit pricey, their beautiful restaurants that serves decent food and good service keeps bringing in happy customers. read more

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This was genuinely one of the best meals I've had in a long time. We shared a few things, including the popover, the red pepper gnudi, the Brussels sprouts, and the absolutely massive almond crusted flounder with sweet potatoes. Every single dish was delicious and prepared just right. Loved the ambiance here as well. Highly recommend it if you're in Westhampton and can get a reservation. read more

Fauna - Gnudi - New American Near Me - Westhampton Beach, New York

Wow! Excellent food, unique dishes and flavors, beautifully plated. We enjoyed the trout, gnudi and Brussel sprouts. Waitstaff was patient, friendly and helpful. They were able to modify our dishes for no butter without taking away any flavor! Outdoor patio is a great, relaxing vibe and gets loungy at night with a dj. Highly recommend and hope to return. Happy we had reservations since it was super crowded. read more

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Anyone who says the food in the Hamptons is just alright clearly hasn't been to Fauna. I had one of the best meals and best martinis of my life here this winter. Located off of main street in Westhampton, Fauna operates out of a cozy cottage-esque building that's warm and inviting in winter (and I'd imagine just as charming during summertime). We made a reservation for 8:45 on a weekday, but saw how much fun everyone was having at the bar and decided to post up and eat there. Our bartender was attentive and accommodating, promptly supplying us with the food and drink menu. I kicked things off with the hot and dirty martini which lived up to its name. Equal parts salty and spicy, it combines the best flavors of a bloody mary while packing the punch of a dirty martini. For appetizers we split the bison carpaccio, the best carpaccio I've ever had in my life. The espresso chili salt and fresh lemon balanced this dish out perfectly, plus it was served with crispy crackers for added texture. The mussels we split featured chorizo which I typically don't like, but the spices in this one were just right. We also had the herbed popover, which was fluffy and delicious. We split the steakhouse caesar as well which was another home run - the horseradish forward caesar dressing was on point, and the hearty anchovies the salad came topped with were excellent. We also split the French dip which was packed with prime rib (can you tell we were hungry?), probably the best French dip I have ever had or will ever have again. If you're in the area and want to have an outstanding, memorable meal, this is your spot. read more

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Outstanding experience across the board. Ambiance is wonderful. Lively atmosphere, however it's still possible to carry on conversation without having to shout (pet peeve) Food was excellent. My wife is a vegetarian and had no problem finding friendly options. She did say that she could have made an entire meal of the delicious popovers (served hot w delicious honey butter) Service was attentive and friendly. Happy we found Fauna for the first of what will surely be many visits! read more

Fauna - Susan's Birthday dessert. Zeppoles! - New American Near Me - Westhampton Beach, New York

This is a professionally run upscale restaurant You hit that podium and you have experienced hostesses ready to seat you I sit at the bar with Chris. ....Pro bartender aware of your presence . Old style quality. Outdoor bar in rear Fire pit in front. Food always high quality consist read more

My brother treated me to dinner here. Ooooh. This is situated at the site of the former Starr Boggs. The ambiance is both lovely and lively. The place was filled with happily chattering gourmands, and the bar was packed. We had a reservation, so waited just a few minutes to be seated. Service was flawless. Water glasses were discreetly refilled, plates whisked away. The food was superb. My brother's steak was perfectly cooked. My Caesar salad was delicious, and the grilled chicken was juicy. Both the Brussels sprouts and the mushrooms were flavorful and yummy. This was a splendid dining experience. I also had a delicious cocktail, but apparently neglected to photograph it. It was a combination of mezcal and bourbon. Wowza! read more

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Had a lovely dinner at this restaurant this evening Angela our waitress was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend! She was amazing.

We had the best time here this past Sunday. My 10 year old grandaughter uses the one phrase "slay" when she really likes something. This place is amazing and just makes me want to say: "Slay." Superlative, well prepared and creative food, thoughtful and attentive service, relaxing ambience. It's got it all going on. Shout out to Billy C., our waiter, who is definitely on the job ! Also to the spirit of teamwork and getting the big picture in working for their common customer driven mission, which was observable as the hostess, our waiter and a busboy all worked together to transfer place settings to a new table. We're going back ! You go, too. read more

The food was exceptional, got the Steakhouse Caesar with salmon on it and that salmon was perhaps the best I've ever tasted. Perfectly cooked and melted like butter when you ate it, so good. My wife got the Fall Harvest Salad With Grilled Chicken and we both split the Wild Mushroom Radiatori - all delicious. The place had a cool animal-inspired rustic ambiance, with notably quirky wallpaper in the bathrooms which was cool - check it out and you'll see what I mean. Only thing that could be better was the service was lacking when we went. Only one server managing most of the entire dining room, and in their defense there clearly should be more people on for a weekend afternoon, but they were still often absent and not very engaged. I know I sound petty and needy - but oh well I am - and you should expect attentive service at a place like this in the Hamptons for the prices you pay per plate. Overall, Fauna offers GREAT food but needs to improve its service to match the quality of its food and atmosphere. read more

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Visited during Labor Day holiday and the service was impeccable. The ambience is very relaxed and the decor was quite traditional, yet historic. The food was delightful. We shared the scallops and chicken, which was flavorful. read more

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This is the old Star Boggs, now Fauna part of the Cowfish and Rumba Group. The food is just delicious and the service is Top Notch. There is Bar as you enter with both outdoor and indoor dining areas. The Apple Crisp French Toast for brunch is amazing. The location is off of Main Street but there is public parking available. read more

Angela is the best! The Fauna experience is a Westhampton classic. Us old timers remember Starr Boggs. Yesterday/Today it is still a culinary delight. Angela made it special. Ask her for a recommendation and her answer leaves no doubt. You sense that she knows the menu and her customers. She may have to deal with a difficult clientele, but she is a professional. Fauna customers are lucky that she has your table. read more

Kudos to Carissa for making our first dining experience an excellent one. The food is delightfully pleasing to eye and palate. All of the staff were welcoming even though we did not have reservations. (Reservations HIGHLY recommended. We arrived later in the evening and got very lucky!) The almond crusted flounder was the best flounder I have ever had! Even though it was busy, the ambience of the restaurant was calming. We will definitely be dining at Fauna again. read more

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Beautiful surroundings, wonderful atmosphere. Service was fantastic, extremely friendly in a good way not fake. Food was absolutely delicious. A little pricey, but I highly recommend this place. read more

Fauna needs no introduction if you live anywhere nearby but what's right is right and everything the staff has done again tonight has been right. Page, our server the consummate professional was delightful and ON-it stem to stern. Back of the house to front the timing impeccable. With Style the atmosphere was delightful and energetic. The food magicians delivered the love as ordered at temperature. We were presented with perfection all night and the food was exceptional. Avoid the 100 seat double turn mediocre and get pampered. read more

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This place had such a lively atmosphere and live music! Our server was very sweet and tended to our needs. We started out with delicious oysters and some drinks. All of this was amazing. For an entree,my partner got the pork chop and loved it! My swordfish was yummy and the plating for everything was so vibrant. We finished with the chocolate pecan pie. EVERYONE should get the pie! It is SO GOOD. read more

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I have visited this place numerous times, and it has never failed to impress me. The atmosphere is always lovely, and I particularly enjoy spending time at the bar. Without fail, I find myself indulging in the delicious bread every time I visit. The service is consistently exceptional. I have had the pleasure of dining here during Long Island restaurant week, and I have always been impressed by the high-quality menu offered at great prices. One of my favorite items on the menu is the sangria, and the addition of hibiscus flowers makes it even more delightful. Dominick provided us with excellent service, and her recommendations were spot-on. The hibiscus flower in the sangria was a delightful touch. For appetizers, we tried the lobster bisque and shrimp, and for the main course, we savored the steak and duck pasta - both dishes were absolutely delicious. We concluded the meal with the chocolate mousse and cheesecake, both of which were outstanding. We are definitely looking forward to returning :). Additionally, during the summer, I have had the pleasure of enjoying live music outside. read more

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My favorite restaurant in Westhampton Beach by far. The mussels are so so good and loved the chicken for two. read more

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Always a great night at Fauna! Service is top notch. Manager, Joshua, is super friendly and engaged with all the diners.

Really a terrific addition to the food scene in Westhampton Beach and beyond. Super food, wine selection and service. Cannot wait to head back. Much love - JGD. read more

Charming,unusual delicious food,lovely staff!! Hidden away from Main street energy,next to Westhampton library read more

Angela was amazing from start to finish, she made amazing suggestions and went over the menu with natural ease, I've worked in hospitality for many years and I've never experienced her level of grace and flow and when going over menu highlights and options. Her level of attentiveness and anticipation of our needs was also incredible. The Food and drinks were also amazing! Our steak was cooked to perfection, the herb popovers were delicious, and the fiery fig was the best cocktail I've had in a long, loved it so much I had 4! Top notch, ambiance, hospitality, dinner and cocktail menu! Thank you Angela, we had an amazing experience! read more

Went or a brunch last weekend and the food was pretty good ! The service was great and the drinks were nice

What a great night last night celebrating our anniversary. We like to eat at the bar so we sat down and were introduced to the bartender Scott. What a great bartender he was I had their hot and dirty martini, and my husband had a Tito's and tonic Both drinks were amazing. We continued on to order an appetizer which was pork belly. Also amazing with the most delicious brussels sprout salad on the side and then for dinner we both ordered the petite filet mignon I added crumbled blue cheese my selected side was cream, sweet potatoes absolutely delicious. My husband also ordered the petite filet mignon he went for mashed potatoes. The whole night was just wonderful the food the service and Scott the bartender was a highlight. We appreciate them comping our dessert we shared the sorbet trio. We will be back. read more

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Our experience at Fauna was mixed. Things started off on the wrong foot--the popovers we ordered arrived cold and before our drinks, including water. For appetizers, we tried the lobster bisque, which was fine, and a Caesar salad, which was fairly uneventful. The entrées, however, were the highlight of the evening. Both the almond-crusted flounder and the halibut were excellent and are dishes I would definitely recommend. Dessert (beignets with ice cream) was fine, but not especially memorable. Service was underwhelming, especially considering the high price point. The restaurant wasn't particularly busy, so it was disappointing that the service felt inattentive. Another small but frustrating detail--guests are expected to box their own leftovers. For an establishment of this level, that seemed out of place. Overall, while the entrées were outstanding, the rest of the experience--from service to value--fell short of expectations. read more

The food was very good but you have to be careful of how you order. They think they're a Manhattan restaurant & their drinks are Manhattan prices. & additionally charge you for olives in your martinis. How rediculous is that. A $22 martini & then an extra charge for olives. Also a big rush to get your table cleared as you're still working on your meal. read more

We had a great evening at Fauna. It's really a scene, quite crowded with an active bar. The clientele ran the gamut from slinky ingenues to dudes in polo shirts, shorts and flip flops. We were happy to be seated outdoors- it was a beautiful and the indoor space was quite noisy. Sierra, our waitress, remembered us from a recent visit to their sister restaurant, Flora. She was lovely and gave us good advice. I started off with an expertly made Monkey 47 martini. The other cocktails were really good. My wife and I split an order of crab cakes as an appetizer. They were among the best that we have ever eaten. The popovers were awesome and the wedge salad was great. Main courses were excellent, too. I had great grilled tuna that was accompanied by smoky, umami rich fried rice and chimichuurri sauce that complemented the fish. The lobster carbonara and flounder received rave reviews. We were too full for dessert. Great atmosphere, service and food- an excellent antidote to the overpriced, yet mediocre food that inflicts the Hamptons. read more

What a great experience! The food was amazing, the service was exceptional, and the atmosphere was perfection. We sat on the patio, at our request, and Angela helped us, she was so fun and kind humoring our many questions. Everything was perfect - can't wait to go back! read more

My husband and I truly had a wonderful experience at Fauna. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm & welcoming. Angela, our waitress, was so attentive, friendly and made sure everything was perfect as we celebrated our birthdays. She truly elevated our entire dinner experience with great recommendations and she was on point!! All the food was fresh, flavorful and beautifully presented. I highly recommend Fauna and be sure to ask for Angela M!!! :) read more

Very quaint delicate restaurant fantastic. Do not think about getting up from that table unless you order those popovers they are absolutely to die for fun will never disappoint. It was fantastic. read more

This was our first time dining at Fauna ( formerly Starr Boggs) and it did not disappoint. The food, service and ambiance was perfect, and our server (Angela M) deserves a shout out! She went above and beyond to serve us with a smile. We will definitely be back. The prime rib was perfectly cooked, as was the salmon. We will definitely be back! read more

Stopped in for a nice light lunch with mom. Service was great and super friendly. We ordered the soup which was a red pepper tomato bisque, the blueberry crumb cake with creme fresh and the lobster Benedict. Perfect amount of food. Great taste. We really loved the crumb cake and there were big chunks of lobster with the Benedict. Plus 2 espresso martinis :) Classy, bohemian vibes. read more

Been here many times. But declining each time we dine. This chef has a nut fettish. Give it a break. One of our guests had a reaction, even after we emphasized his allergy. Service very average. Popovers and homemade butter is excellent. But can't live on bread alone. We find the rest of the food average. We will pass dining here for a while in hopes it improves. read more