5 Best Casual Restaurants in Port Jefferson

5 restaurants available nearby

1. Pasta Pasta

4.8

Exceptional(2140)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Port Jefferson

Booked 22 times today

Welcome to Pasta Pasta in the historic water town of Port Jefferson. Since 1991 Pasta Pasta has become one of the premier restaurants on the North Shore. More than just PASTA; they offer a diverse menu featuring chicken, steak the freshest fish available and of course our innovative pastas and pizza. Decorated in the casual and comfortable style of a Tuscan villa, the dining rooms boast light wood accents. Romantic booths with curtains to separate them.

2. PJ Lobster House

4.7

Exceptional(116)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Port Jefferson

Booked 6 times today

PJ Lobster House in Port Jefferson, New York, is a seafood restaurant that also doubles as a fresh fish market to the local community. Diners who come in for a meal enjoy the cozy, casual atmosphere, perfect for digging into a plate of oysters on the half shell. There is something for everyone with a menu including seafood, steaks, burgers, chicken and pasta. Enjoy a meal under our heaters on the outside deck during the warmer seasons. Full bar available and a great place to catch your favorite sports games. Dogs are permitted on the outside deck. We are family friendly, so make sure to stop in after your visit to Rocketship Park which is located just across our parking lot. We additionally serve Sushi Wednesday - Sunday.

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3. Port Bistro and Pub

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3.7

Very Good(62)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Port Jefferson

The Port Bistro and Pub, located in the heart of Port Jefferson, NY is a family friendly restaurant that serves classic dishes and specializes in old world authentic foods and recipes. The tap and bottled beer and wine selections rival any restaurant on Long Island. Owners Bob Nyholm, Chris Nyholm and Palma DiVito have decades of experience in the food industry. And endeavor to offer a casual, enjoyable dining experience for lunch and dinner every day of the week. The restaurant’s dining room and bar now occupy the former home of Port Jefferson’s Original Elks’ Hotel dating back to the 1930’s. Port’s Chef focuses on the farm to table concept, using organic and all fresh ingredients when creating the regularly changing menus. Daily fresh fish dishes are a staple, too. Old World Authentic dishes, from fresh pastas to desserts are inspired by traditional recipes of the owners’ and chef’s ancestors from Greece, Germany, Southern Italy and other European regions.

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4. Mirabelle Restaurant and Tavern at the Three Village Inn

4.5

Awesome(1327)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Stony Brook

Booked 6 times today

Mirabelle Restaurant and Tavern at the Three Village Inn is the epitome of coziness, with its casual atmosphere and combination of American comfort food and French bistro classics. Chef Guy Reuge brings to the table the freshest and best local ingredients with emphasis on value. An extensive selection of French, American & Italian wines are featured on a well chosen wine list. Fireplaces enhance the warmth of the Tavern and outside dining on our patio is available in warmer weather.

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5. Chop Shop Bar & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(896)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Smithtown

Booked 16 times today

Located on Main Street in the heart of Smithtown, Chop Shop is one of the newest restaurants to arrive on the North Shore. The restaurant’s interior is accented with brick, hardwood flooring, large retro lamp fixtures, and a unique hand painted mural. Chop Shop is stylishly furnished with a professionally run bar.Chop Shop is the perfect place for casual dining and special occasions, as well as corporate gatherings. Begin your dining experience with a drink selection from our extensive wine list, which offers a variety of great selections, or choose from our exclusive martini menu. Chop Shop’s menu specializes in a variety of sizzling steaks, fresh local seafood, exceptional pasta dishes, seasonal specials and delectable house made desserts.Open for dinner, reservations are accepted for all size parties. Chop Shop also offers a function room, accommodating private gatherings for 6-20 people, available Monday through Sunday.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Pasta Pasta

2. PJ Lobster House

3. Port Bistro and Pub

4. Mirabelle Restaurant and Tavern at the Three Village Inn

5. Chop Shop Bar & Grill

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