The Fishmonger
Bespoke sourcing is available. Please inquire about proteins not listed on the menu.
This selection is meant to inspire. Proteins and preparations may shift based on season, availability, and your preferences.
Line-Caught & Whole Fish
Seasonal • Whole or Fillet
Branzino
Dover Sole
Turbot
Halibut
Black Sea Bass
Red Snapper
Salmon
King Salmon
Arctic Char
Mahi-Mahi
Tuna (Yellowfin or Bigeye)
Swordfish
Monkfish
Cod
Black Cod (Sablefish)
Grouper
Tilefish
John Dory
Fluke
Haddock
Hake
Porgy
Amberjack
Barramundi
Steelhead Trout
Rainbow Trout
Striped Bass
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase the risk of foodborne illness, especially for individuals with certain medical conditions.
Shellfish
Maine Lobster
Lobster Tail
Jumbo Sea Scallops
Diver Scallops
Langoustines
King Crab Legs
Snow Crab
Shrimp
Prawns
Clams
Littleneck Clams
Mussels
Razor Clams
Oysters
Cephalopods & Specialty
Octopus
Squid
Cuttlefish
Baby Octopus
Sepia
Sea Urchin (Uni)
Caviar Service
East End Long Island
Seasonal Fish & Shellfish Guide
This guide highlights fish and shellfish commonly harvested from the Atlantic Ocean, Peconic Bay, Gardiners Bay, and surrounding East End waters. Availability reflects local fishing seasons and peak quality.
❄️ WINTER
December · January · February
Fish
Cod
Black Sea Bass (deep water)
Tautog / Blackfish (early winter)
Whiting (offshore)
Shellfish
Oysters (peak flavor)
Hard Clams
Soft Shell Clams
Mussels
Bay Scallops (Nov–March)
Cold water brings sweeter shellfish and firmer, cleaner-tasting fish.
🌷SPRING
March · April · May
March
Cod
Black Sea Bass
Oysters
Clams
Mussels
April
Striped Bass (early migration)
Tautog (spring season)
Black Sea Bass
Oysters & Clams
May
Striped Bass
Fluke / Summer Flounder (season opens)
Weakfish
Porgy (Scup)
Bluefish (arriving)
Oysters & Clams
Spring marks the return of migratory fish and the start of fluke season.
☀️SUMMER
June · July · August
June
Fluke / Summer Flounder
Striped Bass
Bluefish
Black Sea Bass
Porgy (Scup)
Weakfish
July
Fluke
Striped Bass
Bluefish
Black Sea Bass
Porgy
Offshore Tuna (yellowfin, bluefin)
Mahi-mahi (offshore)
August
Fluke
Striped Bass (early/late day fishing)
Bluefish
Black Sea Bass
Porgy
Offshore Tuna & Pelagics
Shellfish (All Summer)
Hard Clams
Soft Shell Clams
Oysters (available, best enjoyed chilled/raw preparations)
Peak fishing season — abundant, fresh, and ideal for light summer cooking.
🍂 FALL
September · October · November
September
Striped Bass (fall run begins)
Bluefish
Fluke (late season)
Black Sea Bass
Porgy
Offshore Tuna
October
Striped Bass
Bluefish
Tautog / Blackfish (fall season)
Black Sea Bass
Cod (beginning to appear)
November
Striped Bass (late run)
Tautog
Cod
Black Sea Bass
Bay Scallops (season opens)
Oysters & Clams (peak quality)
Cooler water brings richer flavors and the start of classic East End shellfish season.
🦪 Shellfish Notes
Oysters & Clams: Harvested year-round from certified waters; best texture and flavor in cooler months
Bay Scallops: November through March, when available
Always follow local town and NYS DEC shellfish advisories
Chef’s Note
Seasonality can vary slightly year to year depending on water temperature and weather patterns. This guide reflects traditional East End availability and peak quality rather than guaranteed daily supply.