For generations of families visiting Greenport, a true summer vacation is not complete without a stop at Drossos. Located on Main Road, this beloved 18-hole miniature golf course, motel, and snack bar complex has served as an enduring pillar of nostalgia. Originally founded 68 years ago by Alexandra and John Drossos, the multi-generational business continues to provide the ultimate classic backyard camp experience for locals and visitors alike.
What makes the landmark truly extraordinary moving into the current 2026 season is its incredible living history. The family matriarch, Minnie Costas, recently celebrated her milestone 100th birthday and remains a constant, heartwarming presence at the property. Alongside her daughter, co-owner Elaine Frederiksson, Costas still actively manages the daily room laundry and personally greets returning guests with the same upbeat energy she has provided since taking the reins from her parents in the late 1970s.
While the surrounding local population has evolved over the decades, the iconic “Tick Tock” miniature golf course has intentionally preserved its retro, classic charm. Complete with its vintage windmill, loop-the-loop obstacles, a scenic waterfall, and a central pond, the course offers an authentic slice of mid-century Americana. This timeless atmosphere has turned the property into a living memory book, where adults who first visited as children are now teaching their own grandchildren how to navigate the traditional layouts.
The complex’s culinary landscape has also evolved into a premier regional destination. What began years ago as a basic ice cream stand has matured into a major culinary draw thanks to an ongoing partnership with classically trained chef Jennie Werts. A lifelong regular of the mini-golf course, Werts launched the highly successful Jennie’s at Drossos seasonal pop-up, blending classic snack bar staples like burgers and soft serve with upscale, inspired Asian-American options such as crispy chicken sandwiches and teriyaki-glazed tuna.
Combining an updated 14-room motel, an elevated menu, and a pristine vintage putt-putt course, the Drossos complex has successfully modernized its amenities without sacrificing a single drop of its original soul. By prioritizing personal connection and family heritage above all else, Costas and Frederiksson continue to prove that some of the best attractions on the East End are the ones that stay beautifully the same.
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