Your Guide to the North Fork, Long Island's Crown Jewel

Introducing the Great American Road Trip, a collection of my favorites places to visit for a day trip, long weekend or extended stay, with hot takes on what to do, see + eat while there. This week: Three Perfect Days on the North Fork.

Once Long Island’s best-kept secret, the North Fork has gained quite the loyal following in recent years as visitors look for a more low key alternative to the rambunctious South Fork aka “The Hamptons.” This 30-mile-long peninsula is home to several seaside towns including the beloved Greenport, dozens of farms and farm stands, and more than 30 vineyards, making it an ideal place to spend some time, no matter who you’re with.

Here, we’ll explore some of my favorites, from vintage stores and antique shops to food trucks and waterfront wineries. I promise the North Fork’s come-as-you-are attitude will have you saying home sweet home.

Where to Eat and Drink on the North Fork

Morning

Bruce & Son

North Fork Roasting Co.

8 Hands Farm

Crazy Beans

Midday

Kontokosta Winery

Croteaux Vineyards

Sparkling Pointe

Macari Vineyards

Afternoon

Little Creek Oyster

Southold Fish Market

North Fork Table & Inn

North Fork Shack

Night

The Merchant’s Wife

Port

The Halyard

Noah’s

Nightcap

Brix & Rye

Claudio’s

Whiskey Wind Tavern

American Beech

Where to Shop on the north fork

The Times Vintage

Sang Lee Farms: check out the local produce and the grounds

Tea and Tchotchkes

Lydia's Antiques & Stained Glass

Beall & Bell

Where to Stay on the north fork

The Menhaden

Sound View Greenport

what to see on the north fork

Lavender by the Bay

67 Steps Beach

Greenport Village

Orient Beach State Park

Shelter Island