Elaia Estiatorio Bridgehampton

Where do I begin with this restaurant? First off, I don’t even like Greek food per se, but here it is different. From the moment you walk in you are greeted by the always warm and welcoming host and manager. The warmly lit candles ensconced around the restaurant warm you with their dancing light whilst you pull up a comfy stool to the bar. Never one to sit at the bar this restaurant is different, because their happy hour is where it’s at. From the ridiculously kind bartenders, Langdon, Landon (not on purpose I believe) and Cash, these lads know how to make a drink. Their margarita is a thing of beauty, rimmed with black sea salt and just the right amount of jalapeno tequila to make it hum. The happy hour menu is a joy. A tossed light-green salad I have been caught eating two of. Perfectly dressed with just the right amount of red wine vinegar, with sprigs of dill found throughout beds of the freshest greens and creamy feta. It’s my favorite salad in all of the Hamptons. The saganaki is too good for waistlines, perfectly fried and oozing melted cheese with a splash of lemon on top I could eat my body weight worth. Not to mention the always warm and fresh pita bread served with an assortment of dips should you choose. The meatballs are also a favorite swimming in a savory tomato broth and a perfectly crisp piece of bread for dipping. I always finish my meal with the Greek yogurt and black cherry dessert which everyone is consistently jealous of. Other fan favorites for food are the roasted chicken and the branzino. But, to me the happy hour is the true star of the show. There are so few places where you can get not only a great drink but reasonable delicious food as well. If ever you find yourself in Bridgehampton you must stop by. It’s like walking into your favorite trattoria and hopefully you will catch my favorite bartender, Langdon who will whip you up some libations that leave you happier then when you came. Always a good time and always leave satisfied and joyful. Opa!

We ordered several apps. The fried codfish. Absolute perfection. Fried zucchini so so so good. I have to say the presentation of all the other too. So inviting so attractive. Makes me know it was prepared with love and care as a good meal should. Im saying all this bc i was impressed. Great lighting in there too