Jedediah Hawkins Inn
400 South Jamesport Avenue
Jamesport, NY 11947
631.722.2900
Jedediah Hawkins Inn, one of the premier restaurants on Long Island’s North Fork is a Fred Bollaci Enterprises Preferred Destination.
Surrounded by 22 acres of beautifully manicured gardens and farmland, Jedediah Hawkins Inn is a luxurious North Fork boutique hotel, celebrated for its history, excellent hospitality, fantastic food and local wines. The Inn is a great place to spend the weekend, conveniently located in Jamesport, minutes to dozens of Long Island’s top wineries. The perfect escape from the city or romantic retreat, you will want to stroll the gardens, enjoy a glass of wine in the gazebo visit the surrounding vineyards, farm stands and beaches of the North Fork.
The inn was built in 1863 by Captain Jedediah Hawkins as his home in the popular Italianate style, complete with ornate architectural features. It was considered one of the finest residences on the North Fork. Over a century later, the property had fallen into disrepair and was reportedly “haunted” and marked for demolition, the house was spared from the wrecking ball and meticulously restored as has become one of the top places to stay and dine on Long Island. Today, Jedediah Hawkins Inn is a cozy blend of traditional and contemporary design and has received The New York State Historic Preservation Award for the owners’ efforts to restore and preserve this important piece of Long Island history.
Over one hundred and fifty years since Jedediah built his house, guests can enjoy this luxurious landmark.
Aside from the history and beauty of the inn and the incredibly lovely surroundings, Jedediah Hawkins Inn is equally known for its fantastic cuisine, exemplifying the farm to fork concept in a way that few others can, paying tribute to the North Fork’s agricultural bounty and acclaimed wines and micro brews. Our wine list is a balance of local wines and a selection from the rest of the world. Much of the herbs and produce featured come from the surrounding 22-acre property and kitchen garden, and the eggs are from their own chickens! It doesn’t get any better or fresher! Additionally, the restaurant sources the freshest local seafood, duck, and the highest quality products available, contributing to delicious and unpretentious farm to table cuisine. In addition to the garden, the Inn offers many distinct spaces to enjoy their marvelous cuisine or a cocktail, as the weather permits: breakfast in the solarium, brunch al fresco, and dinner by the fireplace are three favorite choices. In addition to featuring an outstanding list with wines from Long Island’s top local vintners, the inn grows their own grapes and produces their own label of wine, which is quite good!
Truly some of the most amazing food I have ever had, quite a statement! We enjoyed the house made Burrata with heirloom tomato jam (think sweet) and saba, the best rendition I have ever had! (pictured below). The Long Seasons Farm Corn Chowder with rock shrimp and chorizo was fantastic, sweet local Long Island corn, harvested at its peak in late summer, with succulent rock shrimp and the spicy hints from the chorizo–outstanding! The Bacalao Cake (cod) with pepper confit and preserved lemon aioli was enjoyable, as were the local duck wings from Crescent Farm, with a plum ginger sauce and yogurt raita as a dip (think herb-infused tzatsiki). The Clam Bake has become a house special, as has the Portuguese Fish Stew (fantastic poached lobster tail and claw meat, local clams, mussels, perfectly cooked local striped bass, chorizo, saffron, as well as the surprising and refreshing touch of coconut, basil, and lemongrass, like a globally-inspired Bouillabaisse, borrowing inspiration from classic French Provencal cuisine, Portuguese seafood traditions, and Thai cuisine, featuring the best of eastern Long Island’s seafood! The house-made herb Fettuccine with heirloom tomatoes, chanterelle mushrooms, fennel, and shaved reggiano was fantastic!
I had the pleasure of dining at Jedediah Hawkins Inn the night of the Supermoon, spending the evening enjoying excellent fresh, local, seasonal food in the beautiful gardens, and finishing with a nightcap in the beautiful Speakeasy lounge. I met the new Executive Chef, Craig Attwood, who took great pride explaining the source and inspiration for his cuisine, which was truly among the top meals I have had.
The mystique of Jedediah Hawkins comes alive in The Speakeasy, a comfortable, Old-World sanctuary with flagstone walls and old brick and timber from the barn. Legends abound, with some claiming that Jedediah Hawkins was an abolitionist and the house was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Others claim that Jedediah was a gunrunner. There are numerous unexplained secret passages and trapdoors, which lend support to the stories.
The inn features a spectacular suite and 5 gracious guest rooms with gas fireplaces and private bathrooms, and the restaurant has received Forbes’ coveted five star rating.
Please tell Chef Craig and the folks at Jedediah Hawkins Inn that Fred Bollaci sent you!
