Little Fish — Restaurant in Town of Southold

We had a great time here. The service was well-paced, super friendly, and efficient. The vibe is what I'd call "surfer cozy." My boyfriend and I sat outside at one of the high-top tables, which were really nice. I could even forgive the fact that we were basically in the parking lot because we could smell the salt air of the ocean which was just steps away.

Ok now for the food: The overall menu looked great. We went at 1pm for lunch, so the menu was a split between all day menu items and lunch items. The all day options looked great. I was eyeing the ceviche, and the crab green goddess, but ultimately chose the Mahi Mahi tacos on the lunch menu. My boyfriend usually gets a lobster roll but didn't like the fact that their lobster roll is served in a croissant because he hates croissants (I don't know what's wrong with him. That dish looked perfect when the other table’s came out.). So he ended up ordering the burger.

Mahi Mahi tacos: hard shell tacos with coleslaw, grilled mahi mahi, and topped with mango salsa. Served with a side salad of arugula and pickled onion. 4/5 - These were good. Personally, I'd have liked these in a soft tortilla. With the wet coleslaw on the bottom of the hard shell, it was a tiny bit difficult to eat. The mango salsa was excellent but kept falling off. I didn't care for the side salad. I would have preferred shishito peppers or chips or something on the side. I would have also liked some sort of aioli served with it. But really these were small things based on my preferences and it was pretty good. Also, I have Celiac disease and they were great about accommodating me and ensuring they informed me of everything containing gluten.

The Burger: A burger with aged cheddar, tomato jam, pickled onions, Calabrian aioli, and french fries. Served with pickles and pineapple on the side. 3.5/5 - My boyfriend says, “It was cooked perfectly and it tasted good. There was just a lot of stuff on it. The bun was alright. There was too much sauce.” He loved the fries and he says, “they were f** perfect.” He’s not a big sauce guy and from looking at the burger, there was quite a bit of the tomato jam. I’m not a big tomato jam person either to be honest. He loved the aioli.

Overall, we would absolutely go again. We both really...

Restaurant Review: A Culinary Oasis with Unmatched Hospitality

If you’re on the hunt for a dining experience that not only delights your taste buds but also warms your soul, look no further. From the moment you step through the door, the welcoming embrace of the staff makes you feel like you’ve come home. Their genuine warmth sets not only sets the tone but makes it so you never want to leave.

Now, let’s talk about the food—oh, the food! I started with the sea bass, drizzled in a cilantro chimichurri that was nothing short of mouthwatering. The fish was perfectly tender, with the chimichurri adding a twist that I didn’t see coming. And this wasn’t my first rodeo here. I’ve previously indulged in the tikka masala monkfish, a dish so rich and flavorful that it transports you to the spice markets of India with every mouthful. The tuna tartare taquitos are another standout—a playful yet sophisticated twist on classic flavors, with each bite offering a delightful crunch followed by the melt-in-your-mouth freshness of the tuna. It’s the perfect light summer dish.

As I’m writing this, someone just shouted from across the room, “The swordfish dish is the best I’ve ever had!”. This place is full of delightful surprises, where even the simplest sauces become unforgettable stars of the meal.

The cocktails? Pure paradise. Each one feels like a mini Caribbean vacation, expertly crafted to whisk you away to sun-soaked beaches with just a sip. And let’s not forget the wine list. They’ve handpicked a selection of local wines from the North Fork, which makes you feel at home. It’s a joy to see these local gems celebrated here, each glass perfectly paired to enhance the meal.

This restaurant doesn’t just serve food—it offers a celebration of flavors, comfort, and community. It’s a place where you’re welcomed with open arms and leave with a full heart and a satisfied palate. You’ll be...

This was a mixed experience for us. I think it’s always difficult when one person’s meal arrives much later than everyone else’s, and in this case, they did comp the food! That was the right thing to do! But it was also awkward, and we had just flown in from North Carolina and it took so long for our friend’s meal to come, that the entire night was basically centered around just having this meal. Again, the meal was comped. Thank you Little Fish.

I also was not happy with the service. So this would have been four stars to begin with, and then it would’ve lowered quite a bit because of the missing food, but then raised again to three stars, because the meal was comped! I understand it’s difficult for servers when the meal is not coming out, but I would prefer to see them bustling around, asking if we needed water and drinks, rather than ignoring us. There were long stretches of time when we had no idea what was happening with the missing meal, and, an update would be nice. There were also times we were looking around for water and we were looking around for more cocktails, and the server was not around.

Let’s talk about the food. I had the monkfish tiki masala. And it was very good, but monkfish is so light that I’m wondering if this is the correct pairing. The tiki masala sauce was excellent, but completely overwhelmed the monkfish. I’m wondering if they could use another fish that could stand up to it. And serve monkfish in a different way. Monkfish is so lovely by itself; perhaps either dial back on the sauce, or consider another fish for the tiki masala. Again, the tiki masala sauce was excellent. My friend had the Puri Piri chicken, and that’s what took so long to come. Once it arrived, he said it was...