Great food and service! Personnel was very kind and attentive. Secreto pork and paella were outstanding

Outstanding meal all the way through with fantastic service! Looking forward to return for another memorable meal. 10/10

Awesome, seafood)! Delicious. GREAT MEAL, THANK YOU 😊

Wonderful meal and service in a beautiful atmosphere. Truly enjoyed date night here on every level.

Excellent all around. In a sea of mediocrity, R.AIRE stands out! A great experience through and through. Don’t sleep!

Dinner: Exquisite food. Stellar service. Definitely going back for more. Breakfast is next.

Love the vibe and atmosphere

Delicious tapas and paella. Outstanding food.

Awesome all around The service was excellent The food is exceptional The atmosphere quaint, bright, clean

Definitely an enjoyable experience. Everything was wonderful.

A great service, good food and cocktails. Will come back.

Delicious fresh food. Very expensive though

Great food and service definitely recommend

Always a great breakfast

Great service & excellent food

Terrific restaurant

The food was absolutely fantastic, every dish was delicious and beautifully presented. The decor was also incredibly well done, creating a lovely, upscale, yet comfortable atmosphere that made the day feel extra special for Mother’s Day. Highly recommend for a great meal and a beautiful setting and well maintained grounds.

+6

Do you want to experience a mouth orgasm that lasts for two hours? Come here. I have traveled to many many countries, and am a huge fan of Spanish cuisine—and I have to say, this was one of the most orgasmic food and wine experiences I have had in my life. Thank you, Chef Alex, thank you—wonderfully delightful Susan and my new favorite bartender, Kobe. My husband and I were wowed. This was a spontaneous birthday getaway, and the food (both dinner and breakfast) have been consistently exceptional. So much so that I felt inspired to paint! :) Huge kudos to this incredible restaurant. I can’t wait to be back.

Amazing food and good atmosphere

What a delightful find in Hampton Bays. We had a broad selection of tapas which were all beautifully presented and delicious. The room was quite cozy and pleasant and the service was as good as any service anywhere. Very fine dining. Highly recommended.

Chef Alex and Fellisia were an amazing hosts- their recommendations were spot on. Had amazing time at this gem of a restaurant.

Second time here, both times INCREDIBLE!! Owner/ Chef so on point! From growing the tomatoes and catching the lobsters, the food is amazing and beyond fresh. This is a secret GEM!

Great experience here with the tasting menu. The chef came out to explain each course, and they were all tasty and creative. The service was impeccable and it was an overall pleasant atmosphere. It is worth the splurge.

Went last night (March 29) for dinner and everything was outstanding. Food- service-drinks and ambiance. I look forward to returning!

Great experience. Great food. Service was great with accommodating our daily/egg allergy we have going on. And they made sure of it. Thank you!

Amazing restaurant! The food was DELICIOUS!!!! We shared a paella and I can’t get over it! I can’t wait to go back. Everybody was kind and went above and beyond for us to have a great evening!

It was not just regular dinner but very special and divine experience! If you want to taste the best Spanish wines it is a must visit place.

Definitely a wonderful experience my family had for dinner. Chef Alex personally ensures guests enjoy his dishes. I recommend their breakfast as well.

Fellisia was our server and she was fantastic. Great service and atmosphere

One of the best restaurants in Hampton’s, great paella !

Food was fantastic and the wait-staff were on point and very attentive. Chef came over to our table and greeted himself which we thought was great.5/5. Pro tip: GET THE MUSSELS!!

The four of us had a great experiences at night. Chef Alex and his team are doing amazing things! Best food I have had in a long time

great restaurant.The atmosphere was great. The food was amazing . Great selectio of seafood and meats. Personal is friendly and very attentive . overall great experience.

This might be our new favorite restaurant !! Wow very impressed!

Amazing Breakfast, Head over to the Hampton Maid before 1 and enjoy a awesome breakfast in the Hamptons.

We dine out regularly, and this restaurant in the Hampton maid is a real find. The food is clean, fresh and wonderful. You should not miss the experience.

Great service! Chef Alex was amazing! We will definitely be back. Many gluten free options.

𝑰 𝒂𝒎 𝒂 𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒇𝒐𝒐𝒅. 𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒂 𝒎𝒖𝒔𝒕! 𝑮𝑶 𝑭𝑶𝑹 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑷𝑨𝑬𝑳𝑳𝑨!! 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒅𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒉 𝒕𝒐𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒑𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆!

ALEX is the master of what he does. Never have I ever been disappointed!!!! Delicious food every time. We always enjoy at night at Raire.

Stayed at Hampton Maid a week this July. Great experience. R.Aire Tapas and wine is authentic Spanish. The service and Wine Selection by Chef Alex is superb. Can’t wait to try the Paella next time.

The staff are so warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The food is delicious, I really enjoyed the artichoke dish.

Beautiful setting. Amazing food that is sourced with your health in mind. Prepared with your health and tastebuds in mind. This place has it all. Go before it is summer and too crowded. Thank you Chef Alex & Team for an amazing & delicious evening. A gem in so many ways. (The oysters Rockefeller, swordfish & chocolate hazelnut cake were fabulous).

Came here once years ago in the fall and had the BEST apple pancakes. I was blown away and still crave them!!! Need to come back!

Amazing experience. Felt like in Spain with Michelin star experience. Fiduia is divine. Loved the sardines, and the patatas bravas. Everything else too. Thank you!

It’s tough to find a true food experience out east, but dinner here was incredible—real culinary magic! We attended a wine dinner where five Spain-inspired dishes were paired with Vega Sicilia wines. My wife is from Spain and found the dishes authentic and perfectly executed. We look forward to our next visit!

Best food in the Hamptons! The paella so delicious, we finished every bite. Chef Alex is is not only a master of his art, he is also extremely friendly and welcoming. The bar tender Grigore makes amazing cocktails and is always a pleasure to talk to. Every time we go to this restaurant we feel like family.

Me and my family came for dinner. We loved our mains, which were super fresh and tasted so good! Also highly recommend to try paella, it was best I have ever eaten! I would note as the only negative that our bottle of chilled prosecco ran out very quickly, so we had to order another one) We will definitely return to this restaurant.

Thoroughly enjoyed my dinner. I’ve been coming to The Hampton Maid for years and I am so happy they’ve opened for dinner with a great menu, delicious innovative food and their usual cozy atmosphere.

Food and Service was great no diss to them what so ever. Just be aware if you go on a night when all the ‘regulars’ are present on your way out just be prepared to be met with looks like you just murdered a baby. Swear we left thinking we did something wrong they were staring like we were absolute dog water it was incredible and comical to say the least. If u regulars are reading this ur fillers migrating and that botox appointment is long overdue ❤️

The food here is absolutely amazing. My husband & I have met Chef Alex during our dinners at R’aire. He is extremely personable & passionate about his creations . What a vast knowledge on wines as well! The paella is to die for as well as the tapas & croquettes. I am normally not a fan of Duck , but his is amazing ! A fantastic dining experience worth every penny !

If you’re looking for an exceptional dining experience in the Hamptons, look no further than R.AIRE. This top-tier Spanish restaurant offers exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and a stunning ambiance that will leave you in awe. The true star of the show is the executive chef and founder, Alex Bujoreanu. His hospitality and attention to detail elevate the dining experience beyond any other. Through each dish, you can taste his expertise and deep knowledge of Spanish cuisine, crafted with high-quality ingredients sourced both from Europe and locally from the Hamptons. Whether you’re dining with family, friends, or a partner, this restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a memorable meal. HIGHLY recommended!

Excellent food, Spanish specialties are really tasty. You cant go wrong with any tapas. Other mains are as good. Service can be hectic when there is a big crowd. Would add someone to help at the bar.

Every time I come here, I feel like I’m at home. Gregory the”Jack of all teades” and most amazing bartender is personable and polite! Chef Alex is amazing. But more than all this, are his customers. I met so many nice people,, I couldn’t believe it!! Can’t wait to go back!

I cannot say enough fabulous things about this incredible restaurant. Run, do not walk for a truly wonderful experience of not the same old same old food or service! Every single dish is memorable and prepared with such care. And finesse! We had a fantastic evening and will look forward to returning. Gracias to the chef!

SPRING 2025 This is a follow up to our 2024 review of R. Aire at the Hampton Maid in Hampton Bays. The cooking at R. Aire has continued to evolve and reach new culinary heights. In addition to the consistently spectacular and authentic Paellas and Fideaus which are the chef’s signatures, our recent dinners have featured exquisite seafood dishes, including an ethereal Flounder Crudo with pistachios, chiles and caviar, light and crisp Calamari a la Romano served with a bright lemon aioli, delectable deboned Spanish sardines, perfectly cooked Octopus served with a squid ink romesco sauce, pristine local sea scallops, an elegant “sous vide” salmon and a delicious Swordfish Milanese. These dishes serve to highlight the textural complexity and depth of Chef Bujoreanu’s cooking - a marriage of great ingredients and exceptionally skilled and creative hands. In addition to the outstanding seafood dishes on the menu and the marvelous tapas, the meat and poultry dishes have been uniformly impressive, including a dry aged ribeye, grilled breast of duck, deeply flavorful Iberico pork and a Wagyu Filet Mignon. We note that the chef has created an impressive and continually evolving wine list with a wide range of selections at varying price points, carefully chosen to harmonize with the menu. R.Aire is a welcoming and distinguished restaurant - producing Michelin star level food at fair prices - with warm and gracious service. R.Aire is a very special place, a culinary beacon driven by a passionate and gifted chef. SUMMER 2024 Although we have previously taken note of R. Aire’s outstanding signature paellas, the “non rice” sections of the menu offer a range of equally delicious dishes - all made with the finest (and often local) ingredients and reflecting the chef’s masterful synthesis of both classical and modern influences. For example, Chef Bujoreanu offers an amazing Fideua - a short grain pasta dish cooked in the method of paella (in a paella pan) in a richly flavored sofrito. R. Aire’s Fideua is a textural wonder, served two ways - as a seafood and squid ink classic or a rustic wild mushroom and duck version. Fideua is rarely offered in the U.S. - these renditions are authentic and superb. R. Aire’s appetizers and small plate “pinchos”offer an array of delectable choices, from flavorful morsels of grilled lamb (Morunos), aromatic grilled Shishito peppers, succulent octopus, airy meatballs and a lovely heirloom beet salad. One could construct a deeply satisfying dinner from these perfectly composed small plates. In addition to the Fideua and traditional paellas for which R. Aire is known - the paellas have a perfect “socarrat” base and are cooked to order and served in individual paella pans - the non rice dishes are equally impressive. Memorable main courses include pristine local sea scallops, breast of duck, Iberico pork and a filet mignon of Wagyu beef. This is cooking at a very high level. The service at R. Aire is warm and inviting. The restaurant’s gracious manager, Grigore, provides an attentive hands on presence in the dining room; he is clearly focused on delivering the service and hospitality which has been the restaurant’s credo since it opened. It should be noted the restaurant’s wine list has continued to evolve, offering a range of wines from Spain and the U.S. and other wine regions from excellent producers - and at fair prices. In a world of formulaic restaurants and homogeneous food, R. Aire stands out for its warmth, value and brilliant cooking. Bravo to Chef Bujoreanu and his team for creating a special venue in Hampton Bays.

August, 2024 This is an update of our review of R.Aire. Last week, we had an extraordinary dinner at R.Aire, an experience which underscored the astonishingly great - Michelin star level - cuisine served by Chef/Owner Alex Bujoreanu. Our friends raved about the impeccable chicken/chorizo/pork Paella and the mushroom and Iberia pork Fideua, the best version of this Spanish iconic dish we have had in the U. S. Our dinner began with the fragrant Shishito peppers, the Gamba al Ajillo and the sardines, each starter delicious and perfectly cooked. From the thoughtfully constructed and fairly priced wine list, we enjoyed an elegant Cava and a rich 2008 Gran Reserva Rioja from Bogordi. It is noteworthy that the packed restaurant was filled by large parties devouring various Paella’s - served in the enormous Paella pans the classic dishes were cooked in. It was wonderful to see such joyous celebrations at this ground breaking restaurant - with these diners clearly enjoying the authentic cooking of Spain in Hampton Bays. August, 2024 This is a May update to our review of R. Aire at The Hampton Maid in Hampton Bays. We had dinner at R. Aire on a busy Saturday night during restaurant week. Despite the packed dining room, the performance of the kitchen was seamless, reinforcing the consistently impressive performance of this ambitious restaurant. Our dinner began with two delicious appetizers - Shishito Peppers and Tortilla Espanola (the Tortilla was a special). The peppers were fragrant and delicately cooked; the Tortilla Espanola, the classic Basque potato and egg mini “omelette” was perfectly executed. We shared the Paella de Marisco, a Paella we had not previously ordered. The Marisco Paella was a revelation, an exquisite seafood Paella with pristine shrimp, clams, mussels and calamari; its rice cooked in an aromatic seafood stock with an impeccable socarrat base - an outstanding Paella. For dessert, we shared the Crema Catalana and the Tarte de Santiago (almond cake); easy was superb. This dinner served to confirm our assessment of this “astonishing discovery” as described in our earlier review. R. Aire is an outstanding restaurant helmed by a passionate chef, bringing the iconic foods of Spain to Hampton Bays in an inviting and comfortable setting. Bravo to Chef Alex and his team. Our previous review is below: R. Aire is a rather astonishing discovery in Hampton Bays. In a desultory restaurant landscape, Chef Alex Bujoreanu’s R. Aire is an innovative and serious culinary destination, paying homage to the classic dishes of Spain. We were shocked to see a real Paella served at R. Aire, an authentic and superb rendition of this iconic Spanish dish, cooked to order for a minimum of two persons. The Paella arrived in the steel Paella pan in which it was cooked with a perfect caramelized “socarrat” base. We ordered the “Rustic” Paella, featuring delicious duck, chicken and chorizo. The adjoining table ordered the “Marisco”, a seafood Paella which they said was outstanding. Most local restaurants offering Paella serve a gloopy wet rice topped with various proteins, pre cooked industrial concoctions bearing no relationship whatsoever to the authentic Paella served at R. Aire. This is a Paella worthy of Valencia or Madrid. The entire menu has been thoughtfully designed, featuring a range of traditional dishes. The Shisito Peppers were expertly prepared as was the flavorful shrimp dish, Gamba al Ajillo. The classic Tortilla Espanola, a “tapas” standard, was perfectly executed. This is a chef who is clearly passionate about the foods of Spain and who is committed to serving uncompromising food with first rate ingredients, an integrity difficult to attain in a difficult economic environment. We note that the service provided by the maitre ‘ d (Grigore) and our server (Patty) was warm and gracious. A once tired space (a former breakfast room) has been smartly renovated; the dining room is elegant and comfortable - and there are views of Shinnecock Bay. Kudos to Chef Bujoreanu and his team.

Excellent food, gracious service, and talented chef. I love the tasting menu, which is so inventive, with beautiful plating. The paellas are outstanding - perfectly prepared. The Spanish wines add to the experience. Highly recommend!

What a gem, such a cozy little place. Came there with a friend. I had a land and sea paella and he had filet mignon. You could see how much care was put into every little detail, aaaand it was absolutely delicious. And of course, the drinks were to die for. Unfortunately, I don’t remember the names but the one that I had was this amazing milk purified cocktail that tasted just like a snickers bar. LOVELY!

Highly recommended - a little Spanish gem in the Hamptons 🇪🇸✨ My husband and I came for a date night and absolutely loved it. Chef Alex welcomed us himself - incredibly warm and genuine. As a Spaniard, I can say the Spanish influence here is truly authentic. The dishes are made with passion and respect for real Spanish flavors, and you feel it in every bite. The croquetas (almost melted in our mouths) and the lamb were unforgettable - easily standouts of the night. The presentation was beautiful, and the flavors were even better 🔥 A memorable dinner, I’m already counting the days to come back and try the paella with autentic socarrat 🤤

R.AIRE at The Hampton Maid is fantastic! The ambiance is amazing, very clean, well lit and sexy! Such a great vibe for a top meal! Chef Alex is truly a master of his craft 👨🏼‍🍳 My husband and I enjoyed an evening at The Hampton Maid (check their ratings for my review!) and used the dinner addition to our stay. We enjoyed some drinks at the bar and the staff was superb! Once seated for a late dinner we started with Lobster Bisque and Calamari a la Romana as starters, then a delicious salmon and lamb shank with a fabulous Basque cheesecake! Our waiter was attentive and everything was cooked to perfection! I encourage anyone who appreciates a delicious meal in a great ambiance to try it! You won’t regret it!

Wonderful true Spanish cuisine dining in Wonderful setting. Great fresh local fish, seafood and shellfish as well as excellent fresh imported Spanish products. Chef Alex is great as are all the staff including great mixologist. Highly Recommended

My dining experience at Hampton Maid's R.AIRE restaurant last Saturday was nothing short of exceptional. Under the culinary expertise of executive chef Alex Bujoreanu, each dish presented a symphony of flavors that delighted the palate. Starting with the razer clams, I was transported by the freshness and delicate balance of flavors. The Spanish sardines followed suit, showcasing the chef's skill in transforming simple ingredients into culinary masterpieces. For dessert, the selection of mixed gelato was the perfect sweet ending to the meal, offering a variety of flavors that tantalized the taste buds. The cocktails and wine pairings curated by the staff were impeccable, elevating the dining experience to new heights. Each sip complemented the dishes perfectly, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the meal. I must commend the chef for his recommendations, which undoubtedly made a significant difference in the dining experience. His attention to detail and commitment to excellence were evident in every aspect of the meal. Furthermore, the atmosphere of the restaurant was serene, providing the ideal backdrop for a memorable evening. The combination of exceptional food, impeccable service, and tranquil ambiance truly made for an unforgettable dining experience at Hampton Maid's R.AIRE restaurant. I highly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking an extraordinary culinary journey. From the moment you step through the doors, you'll be greeted with warmth and hospitality, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.

We were visiting friends locally and we decided to stay at the Hampton Maid and have the New Year's Eve dinner at the R.Aire. It turned out to be an absolutely lovely evening and the dinner was excellent, in my opinion. We arrived a bit late, but the host seated us immediately. The restaurant has an air of modern with just the right hint of home details to make it perfect for a family dinner. We started with some drinks: martini and an old fashioned. Both were tasty and had just the right combination of spices and alcohol. Being New Year's Eve, the restaurant had a 3 course menu with some options. We were served with a glass of champagne and a smoked oyster on a half shell with a lemon foam. These were complimentary, on the house and designed to clean the palate and allow for a better tasting of the rest of the course. I chose to start with the scallops crudo which were served in a carved rock style dish and featured a mignonette sauce and fresh radishes. The scallops were smooth and sweet and the sauce was slightly hot and salty just enough to complement the shellfish. Second, I have selected the crispy duck breast with polenta. The duck was offered medium cooked, just as I like it, and was complemented by the crispy skin left on one side. The meat was tender and moist, the sauce complementing it with just a tad of sharpness. The crispy skin was just crunchy enough and had the added salt to balance the entire meal. The polenta was baked and a bit on the hard side, but I guess I am so used eating the southern style, creamy polenta, that I am a bit biased towards my wife's cooking style. I finished the meal with the Chocolate Hazelnut Cake which really shined in my opinion. It was not very sweet and the hazelnuts enhanced the taste and offered a pleasant addition to the rich and velvety body of the cake. We enjoyed a bottle of Petit Pissarres from 2020 which turned out to be an exciting find. My wife had the pomegranate baby kale and goat cheese salad, the Wagyu charred filet mignon and the same cake, while my daughter had the mini lamb filet with greens, the Wagyu charred filet and the cake. I have never seen my daughter finish a 3 course meal EVER! She loved both the lamb and the Wagyu filet and had half of my cake as well. She even cleaned up the string beens accompanying the Wagyu filet! My wife, who usually goes for more fatty cuts of meat, raved about her steak as well. I asked the chef about the way he managed to char the filet so well while maintaining its moisture inside and he allowed me in his little secret: the meat was cooked over hight temperature coals in an authentic Japanese hand made grill. I must have one of those for myself! The service was extremely quick and attentive to our needs, the drinks were refilled promptly and we were checked on frequently to make sure we had everything we desired. Overall, I had a wonderful evening at the R.Aire and were truly impressed with the quality of the food and service. We will definitely return when in the area.

Best dinner in the Hamptons in recent memory. Perfect cocktails, amazing apps and stunning main course from an artist of a chef. Highly recommended

I started with a cocktail, Summer Cindy which was very refreshing, loved it. For food I had the Crispy Artichokes, delicious. After I had the Burger. I really like the combination of wagyu and chorizo. For dessert I the their special, Banda de Frutas. It was good, but I would have preferred the pastry to be warm. Overall I really enjoyed, food was great, atmosphere was great and Audrey was attentive, kind and explained the dishes. Beautiful place to dine in.

Staff and chef were exceptional. Food was unreal. A culinary experience and we can’t wait to come back. The best meal I’ve had in the Hamptons by far

Tapas style restaurant by a renowned chef. The food and experience was amazing. Fresh ingredients, gluten free, rare meats and wine. Service is attentive and friendly. The sauce for the mussels was so good that asked for more bread. Patata bravas had the right amount of heat and we just had to take another order to go. The Wagyu Steak served over Paella was a first for me but outstanding because the seasoning on the steak perfectly complemented the richness of the meat and the textures of the Paella. They have cooking classes and a tasting menu on the weekends. I will have to come back again to try.

Flavorful, authentic, non-pretentious and friendly I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Being spoiled by Southampton restaurants, I was hesitant to go to a Spanish restaurant. Little did I know that it would exceed all expectations and is by far one of the best restaurants in the Hamptons. Having lived in Spain, my standards for Spanish food is high, and they were outstanding. From the Fideuà (highly recommend!) to the Salads, it was delicious. They cater to all tastes from fish to meatballs. Thank you team!

The restaurant is excellent. In addition, the Paella cooking class (once a month) is outstanding! Sign up if you can!

Great, reasonable priced, delicious, beautiful ambiance and great service We had brunch and loved it

Cristina Pérez Herrero

Highly recommended - a little Spanish gem in the Hamptons 🇪🇸✨ My husband and I came for a date night and absolutely loved it. Chef Alex welcomed us himself - incredibly warm and genuine. As a Spaniard, I can say the Spanish influence here is truly authentic. The dishes are made with passion and respect for real Spanish flavors, and you feel it in every bite. The croquetas (almost melted in our mouths) and the lamb were unforgettable - easily standouts of the night. The presentation was beautiful, and the flavors were even better 🔥 A memorable dinner, I’m already counting the days to come back and try the paella with autentic socarrat 🤤

Marlene is Key

R.AIRE at The Hampton Maid is fantastic! The ambiance is amazing, very clean, well lit and sexy! Such a great vibe for a top meal! Chef Alex is truly a master of his craft 👨🏼‍🍳 My husband and I enjoyed an evening at The Hampton Maid (check their ratings for my review!) and used the dinner addition to our stay. We enjoyed some drinks at the bar and the staff was superb! Once seated for a late dinner we started with Lobster Bisque and Calamari a la Romana as starters, then a delicious salmon and lamb shank with a fabulous Basque cheesecake! Our waiter was attentive and everything was cooked to perfection! I encourage anyone who appreciates a delicious meal in a great ambiance to try it! You won’t regret it!

Matt Gelber

Best dinner in the Hamptons in recent memory. Perfect cocktails, amazing apps and stunning main course from an artist of a chef. Highly recommended

Len Dest

Wonderful true Spanish cuisine dining in Wonderful setting. Great fresh local fish, seafood and shellfish as well as excellent fresh imported Spanish products. Chef Alex is great as are all the staff including great mixologist. Highly Recommended

Xtreme Rhythm

Staff and chef were exceptional. Food was unreal. A culinary experience and we can’t wait to come back. The best meal I’ve had in the Hamptons by far

Toni Ducu

My dining experience at Hampton Maid's R.AIRE restaurant last Saturday was nothing short of exceptional. Under the culinary expertise of executive chef Alex Bujoreanu, each dish presented a symphony of flavors that delighted the palate. Starting with the razer clams, I was transported by the freshness and delicate balance of flavors. The Spanish sardines followed suit, showcasing the chef's skill in transforming simple ingredients into culinary masterpieces. For dessert, the selection of mixed gelato was the perfect sweet ending to the meal, offering a variety of flavors that tantalized the taste buds. The cocktails and wine pairings curated by the staff were impeccable, elevating the dining experience to new heights. Each sip complemented the dishes perfectly, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the meal. I must commend the chef for his recommendations, which undoubtedly made a significant difference in the dining experience. His attention to detail and commitment to excellence were evident in every aspect of the meal. Furthermore, the atmosphere of the restaurant was serene, providing the ideal backdrop for a memorable evening. The combination of exceptional food, impeccable service, and tranquil ambiance truly made for an unforgettable dining experience at Hampton Maid's R.AIRE restaurant. I highly recommend this establishment to anyone seeking an extraordinary culinary journey. From the moment you step through the doors, you'll be greeted with warmth and hospitality, setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience.

costi serban

We were visiting friends locally and we decided to stay at the Hampton Maid and have the New Year's Eve dinner at the R.Aire. It turned out to be an absolutely lovely evening and the dinner was excellent, in my opinion. We arrived a bit late, but the host seated us immediately. The restaurant has an air of modern with just the right hint of home details to make it perfect for a family dinner. We started with some drinks: martini and an old fashioned. Both were tasty and had just the right combination of spices and alcohol. Being New Year's Eve, the restaurant had a 3 course menu with some options. We were served with a glass of champagne and a smoked oyster on a half shell with a lemon foam. These were complimentary, on the house and designed to clean the palate and allow for a better tasting of the rest of the course. I chose to start with the scallops crudo which were served in a carved rock style dish and featured a mignonette sauce and fresh radishes. The scallops were smooth and sweet and the sauce was slightly hot and salty just enough to complement the shellfish. Second, I have selected the crispy duck breast with polenta. The duck was offered medium cooked, just as I like it, and was complemented by the crispy skin left on one side. The meat was tender and moist, the sauce complementing it with just a tad of sharpness. The crispy skin was just crunchy enough and had the added salt to balance the entire meal. The polenta was baked and a bit on the hard side, but I guess I am so used eating the southern style, creamy polenta, that I am a bit biased towards my wife's cooking style. I finished the meal with the Chocolate Hazelnut Cake which really shined in my opinion. It was not very sweet and the hazelnuts enhanced the taste and offered a pleasant addition to the rich and velvety body of the cake. We enjoyed a bottle of Petit Pissarres from 2020 which turned out to be an exciting find. My wife had the pomegranate baby kale and goat cheese salad, the Wagyu charred filet mignon and the same cake, while my daughter had the mini lamb filet with greens, the Wagyu charred filet and the cake. I have never seen my daughter finish a 3 course meal EVER! She loved both the lamb and the Wagyu filet and had half of my cake as well. She even cleaned up the string beens accompanying the Wagyu filet! My wife, who usually goes for more fatty cuts of meat, raved about her steak as well. I asked the chef about the way he managed to char the filet so well while maintaining its moisture inside and he allowed me in his little secret: the meat was cooked over hight temperature coals in an authentic Japanese hand made grill. I must have one of those for myself! The service was extremely quick and attentive to our needs, the drinks were refilled promptly and we were checked on frequently to make sure we had everything we desired. Overall, I had a wonderful evening at the R.Aire and were truly impressed with the quality of the food and service. We will definitely return when in the area.

Maria-Lucia Cristian

I started with a cocktail, Summer Cindy which was very refreshing, loved it. For food I had the Crispy Artichokes, delicious. After I had the Burger. I really like the combination of wagyu and chorizo. For dessert I the their special, Banda de Frutas. It was good, but I would have preferred the pastry to be warm. Overall I really enjoyed, food was great, atmosphere was great and Audrey was attentive, kind and explained the dishes. Beautiful place to dine in.

Hussain Rizvi

Tapas style restaurant by a renowned chef. The food and experience was amazing. Fresh ingredients, gluten free, rare meats and wine. Service is attentive and friendly. The sauce for the mussels was so good that asked for more bread. Patata bravas had the right amount of heat and we just had to take another order to go. The Wagyu Steak served over Paella was a first for me but outstanding because the seasoning on the steak perfectly complemented the richness of the meat and the textures of the Paella. They have cooking classes and a tasting menu on the weekends. I will have to come back again to try.

Sarah

Flavorful, authentic, non-pretentious and friendly I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Being spoiled by Southampton restaurants, I was hesitant to go to a Spanish restaurant. Little did I know that it would exceed all expectations and is by far one of the best restaurants in the Hamptons. Having lived in Spain, my standards for Spanish food is high, and they were outstanding. From the Fideuà (highly recommend!) to the Salads, it was delicious. They cater to all tastes from fish to meatballs. Thank you team!

M Pell

The restaurant is excellent. In addition, the Paella cooking class (once a month) is outstanding! Sign up if you can!

It was a very pleasant discovery for us to eat authentic Spanish food in Hamptons Bay. We really enjoy the tapas: Gamba al Ajillo, Spanish Sardines with pea purée and a hint of mint, or the juicy Octopus, absolutely delicious!! We highly recommend the Paella Land&Sea for its unique taste and the abundance of grilled lobster along with many slices of tender fillet mignon!! Great choice of velvety Spanish red wine: Garnacha, Honoro Vera, Graciano, Agramont, or a great alternative of red Romanian Cabernet Sauvignon Patima . Over all, the host Alex Bujoreanu, chef and owner, along with his crew, was another gem of Hamptons for his culinary talent and antreprenorial skills of such an young and graceful man. Thank you for the occasion.

Dining at R.Aire is not just a meal — it’s a culinary experience, and one that never disappoints. This restaurant has quickly become a favorite, thanks to its warm ambiance, consistently stellar food, and the personal touch that sets it apart from the crowd. From the moment you're seated, the friendly and knowledgeable staff make you feel like a welcomed guest rather than just another customer. Chef Alex's passion for food is evident in every bite — he has a clear vision for balancing bold, global flavors with local ingredients, and it absolutely works. Chef Alex’s wine selection is just as thoughtful as his food. There’s something to perfectly complement each dish. I’ve dined here multiple times, and I can confidently say I’ve never had a bad meal. From the shishito peppers to the perfectly cooked salmon to the authentic paella. R.Aire consistently delivers quality, hospitality, and an experience that keeps you coming back. It's the kind of place you want to tell everyone about — but also secretly keep to yourself.

This place is so understated for the quality of food that it serves. It’s a fine dining restaurant without all the annoying hype. Quiet atmosphere, great service. We started with oysters and calamari and then I got organic chestnut fed pork in a parsnip sauce and my partner got scallops. We were both very impressed with all of it! Seafood seems to be their focus

Chef Alex provides you with not only a wonderful dining experience but his interactions with everyone that is seated in the restaurant is wonderful. The dishes that he serves are all amazing. Little secret the happy hours are one of the best in town.

This place is a hidden gem located in a historic and famous bed and breakfast place in Hamptons. They seem to use mostly organic ingredients ,they also have a greenhouse where they cultivate their own veggies and herbs . Food is very sophisticated, and presented like a Michelin star restaurant. Some of my favorite tapas here are organic artichoke hearts , chorizo, octopus,meatballs, patatas bravas and gamba. For main course I highly recommend their paellas as well as wild caught salmon and their wagyu filet mignon... If you are a wine drinker ,they have an extensive list of wines from all around the world as well as alot of quality Spanish wines Their Basque style cheesecake, almond cake and crema Catalana is also a must try ... The set up is also very high-end and it has beautiful view of the ocean

Nicole Noelle

ALEX is the master of what he does. Never have I ever been disappointed!!!! Delicious food every time. We always enjoy at night at Raire.

Jerry Botti

Chef Alex provides you with not only a wonderful dining experience but his interactions with everyone that is seated in the restaurant is wonderful. The dishes that he serves are all amazing. Little secret the happy hours are one of the best in town.

Cemre

This place is a hidden gem located in a historic and famous bed and breakfast place in Hamptons. They seem to use mostly organic ingredients ,they also have a greenhouse where they cultivate their own veggies and herbs . Food is very sophisticated, and presented like a Michelin star restaurant. Some of my favorite tapas here are organic artichoke hearts , chorizo, octopus,meatballs, patatas bravas and gamba. For main course I highly recommend their paellas as well as wild caught salmon and their wagyu filet mignon... If you are a wine drinker ,they have an extensive list of wines from all around the world as well as alot of quality Spanish wines Their Basque style cheesecake, almond cake and crema Catalana is also a must try ... The set up is also very high-end and it has beautiful view of the ocean

Cami Crisan

It was a very pleasant discovery for us to eat authentic Spanish food in Hamptons Bay. We really enjoy the tapas: Gamba al Ajillo, Spanish Sardines with pea purée and a hint of mint, or the juicy Octopus, absolutely delicious!! We highly recommend the Paella Land&Sea for its unique taste and the abundance of grilled lobster along with many slices of tender fillet mignon!! Great choice of velvety Spanish red wine: Garnacha, Honoro Vera, Graciano, Agramont, or a great alternative of red Romanian Cabernet Sauvignon Patima . Over all, the host Alex Bujoreanu, chef and owner, along with his crew, was another gem of Hamptons for his culinary talent and antreprenorial skills of such an young and graceful man. Thank you for the occasion.

Ralph Scognamiglio

Stayed at Hampton Maid a week this July. Great experience. R.Aire Tapas and wine is authentic Spanish. The service and Wine Selection by Chef Alex is superb. Can’t wait to try the Paella next time.

Sarah M

This place is so understated for the quality of food that it serves. It’s a fine dining restaurant without all the annoying hype. Quiet atmosphere, great service. We started with oysters and calamari and then I got organic chestnut fed pork in a parsnip sauce and my partner got scallops. We were both very impressed with all of it! Seafood seems to be their focus

It’s ok. Breakfast is very basic and the prices are high.

Our Caesar salad was plentiful and absolutely delicious. Wagyu filet mignon (4-1/2*) with fresh cut french fries, would have been better with polenta or mashed potatoes, the duck breast was excellent, where our two entrees we're very delicious, but both dishes should have had a vegetable.

An alright place to dine

Service was excellent for not so for the Paella. It was burnt, lobster calamari overdone, steak rare and we requested med rare. Appetizers artichokes, shrimp tapas just ok.

Excellent food. Mediocre service for a price tag. Toddler burned hand on hot plate of food due to a careless and poorly trained waiter.

My wife and I had the tasting menu and were left feeling a little disappointed. Our favorite part was the citrus tart. It was incredibly well executed, and the candied lemon was the best we've had. However, we are savory people and the dessert being the standout was tough given the price tag. None of the other dishes were bad, but we wouldn't come back for any of them. The frog leg terrine was probably the dish that threw off the meal. It was just okay and too generous of a portion (sooo much frog leg). It filled us up and made the remaining dishes harder to enjoy. The spider crab was next and had an incredibly cool presentation, but it didn't taste as good as it looked and was once again a large portion. I didn't cover all of the dishes, but each felt lacking or the flavors weren't quite right. Part of this could be our fault for feeling like we had to finish our plates, but I feel like it should be on the chef to set the pacing. We wished we had tried the Spanish cuisine instead since the Paella looked good. Being harsh since it was expensive and we expected more given the current rating.

The food was good and had the authentic taste of Spain. However the service can be improved. I will say that we made reservations memorial day weekend. We waited patiently without any noise unlike other Hamptonites for our table to be ready. After a half hour we were seated. We quickly made our order of 4 tapas and paella. Our waitress said our orders would be timed out for dinner. We enjoyed our dinner and waited patiently for our paella. Unfortunately after 45 minutes we continued to wait. We were told it would be out in a few minutes. After an hour we were told that it was accidently given to another table and ours would come out soon. Again we understood the chaos of memorial day weekend and the demands of the Karen's and everyone who wanted to be "taken care of". Finally after more than an hour I requested the Paella to be wrapped up which they did but it took another 15 minutes. Clearly someone messed up abd didnt make our order because if they did remember, it would have been brought our shortly. They were accommodating in sending another tapas that we did not ask for but upon receipt they charged us for it. We were sent home with a dessert and the paella which unfortunately did not exceed our expectations. Perhaps if it was made on time and eaten the restaurant that it would be better. Advice, plan to stay for a while and don't make plans after in case you have to miss it.

I went with my husband and tried the LI Restaurant Week menu. Variety of options which was a plus but we both left quite disappointed. For appetizers we ordered Crispy Calamari & meatballs. Calamari was lightly breaded and it came with a delicious sauce, meatballs were good but definitely tasted better ones. For Main Course we got the Filet Mignon that was served with green beans & fries as well as Seafood Paella. The meat in my opinion tasted a little burnt on the outside but for my husband it was good! Green beans were good and fries excellent! Regarding the paella, it was a huge disappointment. First because they come and show you the paella in the skillet and then they bring it to you on a plate with the rice and calamari on one side and the rest of the seafood on the other. The rice tasted fishy and it was not up to standards, the rest of the seafood was quite plain. I was expecting a real paella like the ones in Spain so it was disappointing in every aspect. Finally for dessert we got 2 slices of cake. ”Tarta de Santiago” said it was almond cake with fresh berries. The slice came with only one strawberry. Cake was okay. The second slice was the chocolate hazelnut which was absolutely delicious and extremely soft. The service was good, but nothing exceptional. I was expecting more from my waiter. She did not pay too much attention to our table and she will start talking or saying something to us while she was walking away. Not the service that we had imagined. Will come back for brunch as it is delicious and has big portions but unfortunately not for dinner anytime soon.

M P

I went with my husband and tried the LI Restaurant Week menu. Variety of options which was a plus but we both left quite disappointed. For appetizers we ordered Crispy Calamari & meatballs. Calamari was lightly breaded and it came with a delicious sauce, meatballs were good but definitely tasted better ones. For Main Course we got the Filet Mignon that was served with green beans & fries as well as Seafood Paella. The meat in my opinion tasted a little burnt on the outside but for my husband it was good! Green beans were good and fries excellent! Regarding the paella, it was a huge disappointment. First because they come and show you the paella in the skillet and then they bring it to you on a plate with the rice and calamari on one side and the rest of the seafood on the other. The rice tasted fishy and it was not up to standards, the rest of the seafood was quite plain. I was expecting a real paella like the ones in Spain so it was disappointing in every aspect. Finally for dessert we got 2 slices of cake. ”Tarta de Santiago” said it was almond cake with fresh berries. The slice came with only one strawberry. Cake was okay. The second slice was the chocolate hazelnut which was absolutely delicious and extremely soft. The service was good, but nothing exceptional. I was expecting more from my waiter. She did not pay too much attention to our table and she will start talking or saying something to us while she was walking away. Not the service that we had imagined. Will come back for brunch as it is delicious and has big portions but unfortunately not for dinner anytime soon.

I had been there in the past for happy hour and assumed the portions were smaller during happy hour but they recently changed the happy hour so was very disappointed to see the full priced calamari was such a small portion. I tried the paella. For $78, there was hardly any seafood. It was tasty but once again, the portion was small. The margaritas are excellent. The place was empty so no atmosphere in the bar area. Think they could use the happy hour to get more people in. I won’t be back until then.

Had breakfast at the Hampton Maid and decided to try their dinner at R.aire as well. Surprisingly average experience. Service was extremely slow. Oysters are fresh and excellent. Unfortunately the wagyu filet I received was under seasoned and my wifes snapper was overcooked. Drinks were well made

Richard Miao

Had breakfast at the Hampton Maid and decided to try their dinner at R.aire as well. Surprisingly average experience. Service was extremely slow. Oysters are fresh and excellent. Unfortunately the wagyu filet I received was under seasoned and my wifes snapper was overcooked. Drinks were well made

Karen Dmytriw

I had been there in the past for happy hour and assumed the portions were smaller during happy hour but they recently changed the happy hour so was very disappointed to see the full priced calamari was such a small portion. I tried the paella. For $78, there was hardly any seafood. It was tasty but once again, the portion was small. The margaritas are excellent. The place was empty so no atmosphere in the bar area. Think they could use the happy hour to get more people in. I won’t be back until then.

Unfortunately, one of the most disappointing dining experiences I’ve had recently. The staff were friendly, but the food quality fell well short of what you’d expect at these prices. The bread — white bread toasted on a pan with extra virgin olive oil — arrived cold, as though it had been sitting out long after being toasted. When you’re paying extra for bread, is it unreasonable to expect it to come out warm? The lobster bisque, priced at over $20, was overly salty and lacked depth of flavor, with only a few sparse pieces of lobster meat. We ordered the seafood and steak paella, a two-person minimum that came to nearly $100. It included lobster and filet mignon, but the rice was too salty, the lobster didn’t taste fresh, and the steak was burnt and bland. Perhaps our expectations were too high, but the dish was a real letdown. The chef was gracious about it — he offered to remake the dish, but we simply couldn’t wait another 30-plus minutes for a second attempt. He did send us off with a complimentary cheesecake, which was a kind gesture. This was our last dinner in the area before heading home, but unfortunately, it left us feeling like we’d made the wrong choice.

This used to be a decent breakfast / brunch spot. Despite all the good things we heard about their new R.AIRE chef and dinner offerings, this place is now absolutely awful. Honestly never leave reviews or complain about anything in life, but both the food and service were so terrible we had to warn others. Recommend eating almost anywhere else in Hampton Bays. This place is now an overpriced joke. The Paela tasted like plastic, the beet salad is a laughable portion, steer away from the salmon unless you like a dish so bland and mushy it makes you wish you stayed home and cooked it yourself, and the service is completely lost. Was a comical farce watching them flounder around not knowing which tables to serve or how to take our payment. The table next to us the woman even had to go to the bar to get the drink herself it was so delayed and disorganized, not even a busy night. If we could leave zero stars and get our money back for one of the worst restaurant meals we’ve all ever experienced, we surely would.

Drink orders took too long, even for a sprite. Food took long to come out. Small portions of food. When the food came out it wasn't warm. Check your bill because things I didn't order were on my bill. My children were hungry after we left and I had to get them something else to eat after spending $300 dollars. I would not recommend. I am shocked a restaurant like this can survive in the hamptons.

Ive always loved the hampton maid as it is a staple of the hamptons but this evening restaurant is just upsetting. Not only did the wait staff have severe issues with being properly trained they didnt know their table numbers. We watched other patrons go the bar to get their own drinks due to lack of service. My nicest assumption would be a lack of staffing. However their signature dish of paella was just not good, very bland in flavor and was burnt or just mush. Then when it came to the bill they tried to charge us an additional 100 dollars. We did 100 cash and 2 cards they just took the cash and charged the cards, they did fix it after we pointed it out...they should've just stuck with breakfast... their bartender was their only saving grace

I don’t know what they think this restaurant wants to be. If their goal was fine dinning they are WAY off the mark. BAD food for a ridiculous cost. Prices were completely inflated and service was subpar. Spent 20 dollars for a “Jumbo Shrimp cocktail” and it was 3 shrimp…..all in all wouldn’t return. Just coasting off the Hamptons name. EMBARRASSING!!