City Island is lauded for its fresh seafood, breezy style and classic New England vibe. Amidst this scene, discover Archie's—a small space that's simply decorated but ultra warm and inviting.
In this kitchen, Chef Alex Pertsovsky devotes his time to cooking with seasonally appropriate ingredients, and correspondingly, his gastropub-inspired menu is full of affordable, top-quality fare. On the one hand there are crispy chipotle-honey chicken wings with Maytag blue cheese dip and wild salmon with cabbage fried rice, while the Detroit pizza is an homage to the years he spent in the Midwest. Desserts, like the sublime banana cream pie, are deserving of your time—and appetite. Order a second one to go if you're so inclined (and you will be).