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The American Hotel, Sag Harbor, NY

The American Hotel

4.6
4.6
634 Reviews
$50 and over
French
The American Hotel is one of the few historic hotels remaining in the United States. Here, visitors can come and visit and take a trip back in time to the mid-1920s when smoking rooms and jackets were commonplace among velvet furniture and strong whiskey served on the rocks. During the summertime.
Of course, The American Hotel is more than just a hotel, it houses an excellent restaurant as well. There are multiple dining areas depending on what kind of experience guests are looking for. The Main Dining Room is a lively and rambunctious room that holds about 80 people while the Drew Room is a quieter, more private area for those looking for an intimate evening. The food is quintessential American cuisine from across the United States.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:45 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (631) 725-3535
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party contact
    Mary Ferrara: (631) 725-3535
  • Neighborhood
    Sag Harbor
  • Cross street
    Bay Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 634 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on all time ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

634 Reviews
  1. Rick

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, wine list recommendation from sommelier and the food was equally as great

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  2. RMC92

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Valentines Day

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  3. LBJ7

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classic cozy and excellent service. The food is wonderful. We are happy to sit in any of the rooms offered. Loved my long stemmed rose given to me upon arrival for Valentine’s dinner. Has been my favorite occasion and brunch place for 40 years!

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  4. PeteN

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We sat in the bar area near the fireplace and were very comfortable. I don’t know how many people work there, but it seem like a thousand and the service was outstanding. We Started with a few oversize cocktails that were delicious. We ordered a bunch of different things and everything was amazing. Combine the food and the atmosphere… his is Highly recommend.

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  5. KarenW

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great experience the food was delicious and the service was outstanding . loved the atmosphere.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was incredible. Food, service, ambiance, everything was tremendous!!!

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  7. BarbaraA

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    We had not been to the American Hotel in several years until a friend invited us to go about a month ago. We could not wait to go back and celebrated an early Valentine's date last night. The French onion soup gratinee was truly spectacular with a rich broth and lots of gooey cheese. We both had fish entrees that were perfectly cooked and served with a tasty and not overcooked array of veggies. The wine list is well-known and the sommeliere helped us choose a wonderful white Portuguese wine that was the perfect accompaniment to the meal. We finished with a shared chocolate mousse. We'll be back soon!

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  8. LPeterX

    New York Area

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classic food - Done WELL Amazing room- Amazing service

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  9. Vanessa

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The most spectacular service and dining experience in Sag Harbor, hands down!

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  10. Michaeld

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in the Hamptons. Elegant, top service & delicious traditional menu!

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  11. Lovesanibel

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    No lobsters for lobster special. Friend and i came especially for this promotion. Not available at 7 pm.

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  12. Laud

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing meal and even better service! Crab and avocado appetizer and oysters Rockefeller were unreal.

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  13. BayRidger

    New York Area

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The American Hotel never disappoints. Lenny was the best and Vinny makes a mean martini. The beef Bourguignon and oysters Rockefeller were delish! Can’t wait to go back.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A really enjoyable meal

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  15. BillR

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff and food was awesome

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  16. TerriH

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful evening of great food and service!

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  17. AdamR

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal food and service in a great space. Always great!

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  18. MaryL

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We’ve been dinning at American Hotel restaurant for over 10 years, and they are always consistently good!

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  19. CC123

    London

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Our waiter was the usual uptight and pretentious type — which I’ve grown accustomed to over the years as a patron of the American Hotel. But if you are going to be stuck up and French, at least get the order right. I asked for white wine, he brought me red. I asked for green salad, he brought me potato salad. I asked for no Mayo, there was Mayo on the plate. Not going back anytime soon.

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  20. JOHN

    San Antonio

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything is delicious and the service is great. Love this place

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  21. carolmc

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    There is no place better on the East End than the American hotel for ambience and quality around the holidays!!

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  22. FrancieS

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were sat right away, nice corner table. Food and service were great!

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  23. PhelanC

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Service outstanding

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  24. RANDOLPH

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Excellent Christmas Spirit and lovely setting. Wine list was perfect and festive for the night too.

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  25. Logues

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal experience as always! Highly recommend a visit!

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  26. MichaelF

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The food is excellent and the wait staff polite and friendly but the manners at the front desk need to be polished. It would seem to be basic protocol to look up from the reservation book or computer, look the arriving guests in the eye, make a polite remark such as "how are you?" and then escort to the table. The norm at The American Hotel (this goes back years) is to grunt "what's the name?" without making eye contact and then "follow me".

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  27. Knowsfood1

    New York Area

    123 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    123 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They deserve 5 stars. Consistently great French based, delicious, specialties like duck, flounder, and hard to find game, fish classics.

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  28. Netties15

    New York Area

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious fine dining. The lobster BLT sandwich is outstanding. Spinach salad was soo good. Rose wines to wash it all down. A perfect lunch enjoyed by my daughter and me to celebrate her birthday. Such a special place, such a perfect meal.

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  29. Wonderful

    New York Area

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely dinner at American Hotel on Tuesday, November 13th. We arrived almost an hour before our reservation, but they were able to seat us right away. The restaurant is decorated so beautifully for Christmas. We were greeted immediately by our wonderful server, I believe his name was Ed. We were told about the happy hour menu, which is a great deal. We started with two delicious martinis, then had the lobster bisque ( I think it was the best I’ve ever had), a salad, steak au poivre and a delicious grilled shrimp dinner. Entrees came with whipped potatoes and a vegetable medley. Also wonderful bread. Everything was perfect and the service was wonderful from start to finish. Forgot to mention we also had a very good Bordeaux blend glass of wine. The restaurant isn’t cheap, but it’s worth every penny. We will be back!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal in a classic setting.

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  31. Localvisitor

    New York Area

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always. Great food, service and ambiance.

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  32. Jcjf

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food was well prepared and service very good

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently good.

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  34. stephend

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Holiday lunch

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  35. Monica

    New York Area

    104 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    104 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent. Service was warm and attentive.

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  36. skinstud47

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food has improved immensely since the last visit. Everything was exceptionately good..

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  37. Alsace

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfectly well executed French food! Paired with an amazing Chardonnay The wine list is mind blowing! Extremely professional service An awesome experience!

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  38. lanative

    Los Angeles

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this wonderful spot. Terrific ambiance, food, and gracious and attentive service. The historic atmosphere is unlike anywhere else in the Hamptons. Thank you for making our time there so special!

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  39. LouieDel

    New York Area

    203 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    203 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Our 1st dinner back at the AH. It was glad to see that things haven't changed. Still one of the BEST restaurants in New York. The quality of the service & hospitality was only topped by the well prepared meal that we ordered.

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  40. KarenB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed another fabulous meal with superb service. Chefs special are creative and worth a try.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The American Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (631) 725-3535.

The American Hotel is rated 4.6 stars by 634 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for The American Hotel

45 Main Street, Sag Harbor, NY 11963

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bay Street
  • Neighborhood
    Sag Harbor
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:45 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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