The Islander Restaurant

The Islander Restaurant is Shelter Island’s friendly neighborhood diner, a beloved local institution serving hearty American comfort food for breakfast and lunch daily. Located at 63 North Ferry Road, just steps from the North Ferry landing, it’s a natural first stop for visitors arriving on the island and a daily ritual for many year-round residents. The menu is a classic diner lineup done right — burgers, fried chicken, shrimp tacos, fried pickles, breakfast platters, and fresh-squeezed juice. The atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming, and unpretentious, with a staff that treats every customer like a regular. Whether you’re fueling up for a day at the beach or catching a late breakfast after the morning ferry, The Islander delivers honest, satisfying food that keeps people coming back to Shelter Island NY season after season.