The gardens, fencing, lighting and plantings were designed to put the North Fork Table and Inn on a stage and the performance is the dining experience. Photo: Joe Gentile
Historic Southold, New York
Research revealed the that horse shows were a big part of Southold history and the two-rail fence was a common element of the farms on the North Fork.
The fence is also the common thread that ties all the outdoor spaces together and provides way-finding throughout the property. The plantings are representative of traditional Long Island landscapes, creating a familiar feeling. Photo: Joe Gentile
I wanted guests to have a journey and experience when entering the restaurant. The walkway was enlarged and designed so that patrons could stroll through a garden around a new outdoor dining space, generating excitement, anticipation and time to think about the experience at hand.
Sculptor: Oriano Galloni, Carrara Italy.
The restaurant is ridiculous but also get lunch or a snack at The North Fork Table Food Truck.
The enclosed green space was styled with neutral colors and red umbrellas, a whimsical nod to the iconic lobster roll served for many years at the truck. New York Magazine noted that the space had the serenity of the Tuileries Garden in France.
Incredibly Fresh and Delicious- Chef John Fraser