The culinary landscape along the Peconic Riverfront has entered a new era. Anchoring itself in the heart of the downtown business district, the celebrated Buoy One Seafood Restaurant and Market has officially transitioned its operations to a prominent new home at 40 Peconic Avenue in Summerwind Square. The strategic move positions the local institution to capture the energy of downtown Riverhead’s revitalization while expanding its physical capacity.
Operating continuously since 2003, the brand has sustained a reputation for combining a raw retail fish counter with a full-service kitchen. At the new riverfront facility, guests can expect an expanded year-round seating blueprint designed to accommodate a higher volume of diners. A defining feature of the new layout includes industrial roll-down doors that instantly connect the indoor dining room to an expansive open-air patio setup during warmer weather.
While the change of scenery marks a fresh chapter, the operational model remains deeply rooted in tradition. Proprietor Robert Pollifrone has retained the restaurant’s signature blend of casual seafood baskets, raw bar selections, and refined entrees like almond-crusted flounder and pepper-seared tuna. The menu continues to honor the culinary foundation established by original partner and classically trained French chef David Girard, keeping signature elements like the kitchen’s popular Thai glaze intact while slowly modernizing the lineup to match evolving local palates.
Logistically, the Summerwind Square location offers significant geographical advantages for patrons traveling from both shores. Positioned adjacent to the main traffic circle, the venue cuts down transit times for South Fork visitors, providing a direct route for dedicated patrons from the Westhampton area. By moving into the riverfront corridor, the business seamlessly bridges its twenty-year history with the ongoing expansion of the downtown core.
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