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The American Hotel

4.5Google rating(427 reviews)
The American Hotel

Known For

Landmark dining room with a wine list that predates most guests

The American Hotel is a proper historic institution with outdoor seating that turns garden vibes into something almost cinematic on warm evenings. The floral decor inside nods to another era without feeling like a museum.

🕐Best time to visit: Early September evenings on the terrace

45 Main St #3012, Sag Harbor, NY 11963, USA

Our Take

The American Hotel is a genuine piece of Sag Harbor history — white tablecloths, dark wood, and a wine list that predates most of its current guests — and that layered atmosphere is the real draw beyond the food. It's a charming, well-worn classic that earns its place on the list without quite reaching destination-gem territory.

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Downtown

45 Main St #3012, Sag Harbor, NY 11963, USA

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