4 Blocks on the East End Where You Can Eat, Shop and Spend the Whole Day

We could easily spend our entire summer lounging by the pool, but that would be a shame: The East End is full of charming, walkable nooks just waiting to be explored. From brunch to window-shopping to cocktails, these four blocks have all the ingredients for a dreamy day.

On the outskirts of downtown Sag Harbor you’ll find a refreshing, low-key vibe by the pier.

Eat:It’s not really a day in the Hamptons without a lobster roll. Local favoriteDock Houseis known for its lobster rolls, clam strips and fried scallops. Get your order to go, snag a seat on the dock and watch the world go by. Hopefully you saved room for dessert, because practically next door you’ll findBig Olafand the best waffle cones around.

Shop:Stroll down the wharf to Main Street and pop into the cozyHarbor Books. The well-stocked shelves and friendly staff make it impossible to leave without at least one new beach read. Afterward, stop intoMattafor breezy, globally sourced clothing (think embroidered caftans and printed sarongs).

Do:If you thought to invite your four-legged bestie on this excursion, wander down the pier and find a spot on the small sandy patch of beach next to wharf (it’s leashed-dog friendly). Not feeling the beach? Head to theBay Street Theater一个下午。

Go for the name, stay for the charm. On the North Fork, Love Lane is the perfect complement to an afternoon of wine tasting.

Eat:Whether you go for breakfast, lunch or dinner,Love Lane Kitchenhas a seat for you. (At breakfast, you definitely want the stuffed French toast.) Or, for a quicker option, head next door toLombardi’s Love Lane Market, where you can grab a sandwich, salad or slice of pizza at the counter. Craving something sweet? Make sure to stop inLove Lane Sweet Shoppe, which is full of classics like Necco Wafers, Charleston Chews and Pop Rocks.

Shop:Pop intoMintand just try not to buy all its dreamy floral dresses before heading to theVillage Cheese Shopto sample and select some cheeses for your next beach picnic.

Do:Sink into the comfortable leather chairs atRoanoke Vineyards Wine Barand have a flight of Roanoke Wölffer Estate wines.