From Kyle Fengler, co-owner of Loaves & Fishes and Bridgehampton Inn & Restaurant:

A Warming Place

For a one-on-one dinner — with a friend or family member — I love going to Suki Zuki in Water Mill. I’ve known Toyo since he opened it; my brother’s very good friends with him.

The restaurant's been there forever.

It’s small — a little tight, can get very noisy — but that’s part of the charm. It’s really more of an izakaya than a sushi place. They’ve got a great robata grill and a lot of dishes that feel like Japanese bistro fare — come after work, get a cold beer, something hot to eat.

It’s different from Sen in Sag Harbor, which focuses more on sushi.

Suki Zuki is a warming winter kind of place — the kind of Japanese food that people don’t always think about. There’s so much texture to their cuisine, and you see that here.

Inside Tip 📌

There isn’t one must-order, but the miso black cod is great. Sometimes they’ll have grilled hamachi or tuna collar on special — both excellent. The crispy chicken salad’s a favorite too.

Inside Tip 2 📌 📌

Two other cozy places in the Hamptons during the off-season: the 1770 House (East Hampton) and The American Hotel (Sag Harbor).

Contact

🌐 Suki Zuki

About

This card was written by Kyle Fengler. Kyle represents the new generation of his family's storied Hamptons culinary empire, which includes Loaves and Fishes Food Store, Loaves and Fishes Cookshop, and the Bridgehampton Inn & Restaurant. 

A Hamptons native with a Parsons School of Design education, Kyle pivoted from graphic design to hospitality, bringing a designer's eye and mixologist's palate to the family businesses. 

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