John & Nikki.. I honestly don't know where to begin. First and foremost, with all the choices that…read morewe made during the process of planning our wedding on the North Fork, choosing our caterer was easy. We were deciding between a few caterers and had a tasting with the Perry's that just sealed the deal. My (now) husband and I walked out of there saying it felt like we just had lunch with our aunt & uncle, it felt like we had known them that long! They are two amazingly warm people -- of course it helps that John is incredibly organized and good at his job and that Nikki makes the most delicious bites. We devoured every little last bite at that tasting.. Nothing went to waste! John was so helpful with everything leading up to the day of as well, from picking out rentals, to working out our timeline. We decided to have a different format (cocktail stations as opposed to a formal sit-down dinner) and working together, John helped us make sure we'd have a smooth flow and that everything would go off without a hitch. As we were working out the details with the rentals, I never felt like he was pushing me one way or the other -- even when he put together the list of kitchen items they'd need (my venue did not provide any set-up), I knew he was being careful about not over-ordering. I really felt like he had my best interests in mind at all times. Having him to coordinate all the details made me feel at ease.. I knew I was in good hands! On our actual wedding day, we were so well taken care of. The staff made sure we were eating (haha, doesn't always happen at weddings!) and everything ran so smoothly. Later in the evening, a very traumatic family emergency happened during the reception that put a frightening pause on the celebration. John was a rock and I really felt like I looked to him for the "What now?" John & Nikki were different from some of our other vendors with whom we'll probably not be in touch again. I feel like we'll be sending John & Nikki Christmas cards for years to come.. :) They embraced us and made us feel like family, and I'm certain they will you too.

Wonderful from start to finish. John and Nikki were the perfect hosts for our wedding. When I first…read moresaw the lovely way that they had transformed the loft space into a welcoming/beautiful environment - I knew that all would be well- and it was. John, Nikki, and the staff of A Small Affair are professional, attentive, and easy to work with. My guests and my husband and I were thrilled with the whole "affair". Food was delicious, well prepared and presented. Staff were helpful and considerate. Call these people- you will be happy with your choice.

I was searching for a chef to cater a dinner party / bachelorette and came across Robyn's site…read more Once connected I could tell that she would be the perfect fit. Robyn is incredibly professional and truly makes you feel like your meal is her number one priority. She worked with me to create a menu that would work for all guests, including one who was lactose intolerant / vegetarian. Upon arrival she went right to work and although multitasking kept the kitchen calm and inviting. We enjoyed watching her make fresh pasta while creating 4 additional recipes with ease. She has a lovely disposition and a passion for food that shines through. Now let's talk about the food. First off, each dish complimented each other. The ingredients were so fresh and pure that you could truly taste them all coming together with each bite. Nothing was swimming in sauce or overly salty - truly perfect. The homemade pasta reminded me of Italy and she made sure everything she uses is seasonal. The braised short ribs melted in your mouth. Ever been to a dinner party where everyone becomes incredibly quiet because the food is that good? It happened! We finished the night off with a vegan chocolate pie that left the group asking for the recipe. While we were enjoying everything, Robyn cleaned the kitchen and left it spotless. Everyone was floored by her food and I can honestly say it was talked about the entire time and will be for years to come. I feel thankful I found such a quality chef. I am looking for reasons to book her this summer!

Robyn prepared the most delicious meal for our group of friends. It was a pleasure to watch her…read morecreate the inventive courses. She has a very sweet demeanor and was a thorough professional. We are still dreaming about th incredible salmon and meringue dessert.

I wasn't going to write a negative review initially (because I am a supporter of small businesses…read moreand I don't like bashing anyone's livelihood), but since Chef Karl won't respond to the email I sent (and a follow up email) where I politely expressed our dissatisfaction with the expensive 'Hamptons style' dinner experience he provided, I'm going to share our recent experience. We contracted with Chef Karl for my wife's surprise surf & turf dinner celebration for 14 people. Chef Karl was to arrive between 4:00 and 4:30 to do all that was necessary to prepare the meal for a 7:30 start. He arrived at 6:45 citing traffic issues yet his server, who was coming from the same Hamptons location, arrived on time. The stress he was under to get the meal out was evident and it cast a backdrop of stress or tension over the experience. The appetizer he served was not what we contracted for - he must have forgotten to bring the correct food ingredients. We believe he scrambled and decided to use part of the steak that was meant for the turf portion of the main entree as the appetizer. We believe this because two of the guests who could not eat lobster (the chef knew this well in advance) only received four small and thin slices of steak as their main entree (we expected them to receive their own steak given that everyone else had close to two pound lobsters plus a similar amount of steak). Other guests gave their portions of steak to those two guests so that they could have a reasonably sized meal. The salad he served was also not what was contracted for. The meal was to be served with a potato mash and an au jus. Because he was late, the potato mash was served a third of the way into the meal - and dry. No au jus. The server made her way around the table plopping a spoonful of mashed potatoes on each guest's plate. Had he arrived reasonably on time, the potatoes could have been plated along with the main entree - and with the au jus. He ran out of the vanilla ice cream topping for the chocolate cake and two or three of the guests received their dessert plate with a melted ice cream drizzle poured from the bottom of the ice cream container. I've hired a few chefs in the past for private dinner celebrations and I have attended dinner parties of the same arranged by friends and business colleagues. Each time, the chef engaged with the guests, told stories, described what he/she was serving, etc. We had almost none of this with Chef Karl and the only time during the meal that he engaged with us was when I reached out and asked him about one of his celebrity clients. Mistakes are totally understandable - I have no issues with that - but he should have owned his mistakes and offered to make it all right. Instead, he offered not a syllable of an explanation about any of the menu changes nor serving issues and he seemingly expected that he could smooth it all through unnoticed. Not cool. Oh, and he charges, in advance, a minimum gratuity of 20%.

I can not say enough good things about Karl and Hamptons by Design. We used him for a bachelorette…read moredinner. He was so easy to work with and helped me create a menu that appealed to a group of 10+ girls. To say the food was extraordinary would be an understatement. The salad course was so light and a great start to the meal. The pasta was phenomenal and the steak was hands down the best steak I've had in my life. I wish I took a picture of the chocolate lava cake but I was too eager to jump in and eat. There wasn't a clean plate in the house. We splurged and added on wait staff that Karl provides. She was so attentive and fun. She made sure the wine was flowing (it was a bachelorette party after all!) and was quick to clear plates without interrupting the party. We all plan to use them again in the future. It was the highlight of our weekend and the best home chef experience I have had.

Cory runs this Indian kitchen at the Bridgehampton community hall . Simple tasty Indian food…read morecooked by a Non- Indian, who travelled to India to learn Yoga and in the bargain also learned to cook Indian food . As narrated by Cory , It took him repeated attempt's to master the basics of spice blends , ratios and getting it to taste as india as as it can get while making it palatable for the locals . We found this place during our trips to the Hamptons at a time when we really needed some light food , given our circumstances and Cory was our savior . We had the Chapathi with Sambar , Dosa with potato , Sambar and chutney and Quinoa coconut rice . Well balanced flavors , fresh and delicious and top it off Cory's demeanor , hospitality and the story behind opening this place brightened our day . Such places and people feed our community and our soul. Need more such human run establishments.

We enjoyed the most delicious food made with very fresh tasty ingredients! We will be back every…read morechance we get!

*** Note: this is written in the context of COVID-19 by a Yelper who is an epidemiologist , so…read moresafety is paramount in my reviews during the pandemic Extremely careful staff. I always look at seating, foot traffic ,the way servers approach patrons' tables, and other factors before I decide to dine. Seasons was excellent. Tables were spaced further apart than required, and in the large dining room the clearest table was 12 feet away. The o open a window for additional ventilation despite the cold. We were seating by the fireplace where we were served cocktails before dining. Cocktails were excellent. Soups, salads, Salmon and vegetarian entrees, and deserts were all very good. Overall a good choice in Southampton.

I attended an amazing anniversary party at Seasons of Southampton. The event started with a…read morefantastic raw bar complete with fresh shrimp, crab, clams, and oysters. Dinner choices were delicious and included salmon, steak, chicken, and vegetable napoleon. Everyone raved about the food! Mackenzie did a fantastic job organizing the event. All of the staff were very friendly and attentive. The space was well decorated and they thought of lots of great details. I would highly suggest Seasons!

Today I had lunch in Southhampton Village at Citarella's. The hot and cold buffet was a bargain at…read more$13.99. I purchased some fresh blueberries, ropa vieja, fried tilapia, and chicken with mushrooms. Gisele was my cashier, and I declined her offer to purchase a shopping bag because I was going to stay in the store and eat. I sat on a barstool by the window and people watched--no celebrity sightings though! WARNING: BAD INTERNET SERVICE! I had to check in AFTER I left the premises because I do not use public WiFi!!!

Love the Italian almond cookies. Prepare food and soups are excellent Been going to various…read morelocations for almost 20 years. High quality / outstanding service.

Had a breezy experience setting up the food order with Eliscia. She answered every question and…read moregave great feedback to the options we chose to cater our housewarming party. Food arrived on time, friendly and delicious. Thank you for making this whole process so easy. Couldn't recommend them more!

Had Christmas dinner catered by Foodies Cafe - Rich and his staff provided exceptional food and…read moreservice - highly recommended!!

Our Thanksgiving Feast from Insatiable Eats was utterly fantastic. Beautifully presented,…read moredelicious, and locally sourced. (Apple pie from Briermere Farms!). It was especially meaningful because we were able to help support their Citizens 4 Humanity mission, which delivers the same magnificent Thanksgiving meals to East End families in crisis--single mothers and their kids, seniors and, most recently, families affected by COV-ID.With a focus on single moms in the East End L.I. community, we have been lifting up our neighbors in need since 2010. Throughout the year, we receive names from community groups and schools of families who are struggling from a life crisis. We are fortunate to work with local farms to utilize extra produce that is transformed into healthy meals. Next Thanksgiving, please consider sponsoring a family of any size ($50), medium ($75) or large ($100). Or make an online donation of your choice through the C4H site https://www.gofundme.com/f/Thanksgiving-Mission-2020/donate, or mail a check directly to Citizens 4 Humanity at 73 Foster Avenue, Hampton Bays, NY 11946. For more information, just call 631.377.3353. During the pandemic, Chef Marco Barrila of Insatiable Eats Catering and his wife, Sheila, have helped feed since the spring. We look forward to visiting Chef Marco and Sheila at their Water Mill restaurant and the Lobster Factory, and they are our #1 caterers of choice.

We had dinner with another couple outdoor in the restaurant in Riverhead....food was very good,…read moreservice was fine....no complaint....maybe the wine list could include a few more French red wines....pleasant experience....I went back with a friend a couple of weeks later....was very good casual summer evening dining....

After attending a practice round of the U.S. Open golf championship yesterday at Shinnecock Hills…read moreGolf Club in Southampton, New York, with my daughter, we planned to pick up lobster rolls at the Shinnecock Lobster Factory, which is located on the Shinnecock Indian Reservation and was on our way home. We stopped, were greeted cheerfully, and quickly found parking before heading to the window to order. My daughter had been there before, but this was my first visit, and we were both treated very well by the staff, including the Vice President of the Shinnecock Nation, who teased me for comparing their lobster rolls with ones I had tried previously at the original Lobster Roll in Montauk, Lunch in Southampton, and Cousins' Maine Lobster trucks back in Pennsylvania. He said theirs use fresh, not frozen lobster meat and are better. We both got the four ounce "Guppy" served Hamptons style - warm lobster topped with warm butter and chives over a bed of arugula served on a toasted brioche roll that came with a generous portion of classic shoestring fries and a pickle. Our sandwiches and fries were terrific, and I even got to try a Montauk iced tea, a local favorite that has half the sugar of Gold Peak sweet tea and came highly recommended by one of the private chefs in the Hamptons that I follow on social media. Overall, we had a great experience.

The reason why I gave a 4th star?…read more The Lobster Bisque was the best Lobster Bisque I had in my life! Seriously, huge chunks of lobster meat and was that a little heat as well? I was in heaven enjoying this soup. It was nice to have indoor seating. I didn't notice any picnic tables outside? I placed the order on the digital menu board and grabbed my cold beer on the side window. I waited for inside for our food, listening for our number to be called. First impression: Shinnecock Lobster Factory Lobster Roll Bread? Stale The Lobster Roll? I can never find the perfect Lobster Roll on Long Island. I don't get it, New England is kicking our tails (See what I did there?) Lobster: It wasn't coated in butter but a mayo-y mess I ordered the biggest, baddest Lobster Roll they offer. It was meaty but with filler meat like parts of the claw. After I ate the big chucks of cold lobster coated with mayo and was left with cheaper part of the lobster, IMHO the roll wasn't worth the expensive upcharge. My wife ordered a Fried Fish platter. It came with three large pieces of fresh fish. The fish was lightly coated in batter and fried gold brown. The french fries were good as well as the fish, no complaints. The potato chips, I'm assuming they were homemade but after a few minutes became cold and oily, it didn't want me craving more. The Shinnecock Lobster Factory got the lobster bisque down, if they can work on the lobster roll this place would be 5 stars hands down.

Joy and Al of Montauk Catering company were awesome in making our celebration a stellar event…read more From charcuterie board, servers of fabulous lobster rolls, oysters, sweet potato purée, and delicious duck Hors D'œuvres. Plus magnificent Entrées and dessert buffets. We highly recommend Montauk Catering for your wedding, anniversary, shower, birthday, office event, engagement party or more. Great staff!!!