Billy's By The Bay

We ate at Billy’s by the Bay three times during our week in Greenport. That’s how much we liked it. Billy’s is located in a boatyard just outside of the Village of Greenport. The entire place is outdoors and covered, has a flip flops and tee shirt vibe, and live music. Over two lunches and one dinner we pretty much had everything on the menu. The highlights were whole fried clams, fish bites, broiled scallop Caesar salad and soft shell crab Bloody Mary. Everything else was really good too including steamed lobster, steamers, stuffies, clam chowder, and grilled swordfish. The best part was our waitress Cassie who welcomed us and our dog Winston with open arms every time we showed up. This place felt like “the beach” and had way better food than over priced Claudio’s.

Oh boy, let me tell you about my wild adventure at Billys by the Bay in Greenport, NY. This place is an absolute blast! From the moment I walked in, I felt like I had stepped into the funky world of Yacht Rock Radio. The live band was playing tunes that could make even the most stone-faced sailor start swaying their hips. I half expected to see Captain Stubing from "The Love Boat" grooving in the corner. Now, let's talk about the food. I ordered their fish and chips, and oh my cod, it was fried to absolute perfection! The batter was so light and crispy that it practically floated off the plate. I couldn't help but feel like a seagull ready to swoop in and steal it, but I resisted the urge and savored every flaky, delicious bite. It was so good that I considered auditioning for "MasterChef: Fish and Chips Edition" right then and there. But the real star of the show was their Crabby Mary. Forget about your regular old Bloody Mary; this drink had a feisty twist. It was as spicy as a crab with a sunburn, but oh so tasty. The combination of the tangy tomato juice, zesty spices, and a hint of brininess from the crab just hit the spot. I swear, after a few sips, I was ready to challenge Poseidon himself to a dance-off. The atmosphere at Billys by the Bay is just something else. The walls are adorned with nautical memorabilia that would make Popeye jealous. You can't help but feel like you're on a rollicking boat ride, even though you're safely on land. It's like being in "The Love Boat" meets "The Pirates of the Caribbean," but with better seafood and fewer parrots. So, if you're up for an evening of groovy tunes, mouthwatering fish and chips, and a Crabby Mary that will put some fire in your belly, head on over to Billys by the Bay. Just make sure to bring your sea legs and a sense of humor because this place is a seafood sensation that will rock your boat!

The place was packed but we were seated in 20 minutes. The food was good but for the price it should have been better. The staff was very busy and didn’t tend to us. The live music was great and the atmosphere was incredible. The menu was kid friendly and I would visit Billy’s again in the future.

Great seafood restaurant. The stuffing in my lobster was out of this world! Super location in a marina. Our waitress was fantastic handling our table of 14. Not really overpriced. You get what you pay for.

A hidden gem in Greenport. A wonderful tiki bar/restaurant in a marina away from the tourists of downtown Greenport. The food was excellent and so was the entertainment. Definitely will return!!