Commander Cody's Fish Shoppe

Stopped by to have lunch on a Saturday afternoon after reading such good reviews. The lady behind the counter was extremely rude and complaining that we couldn't order food because she was just way too busy to cook. She turned so much business away and many like myself said we will never return. The young man who ran the counter was so embarrassed and apologized. Save yourself a trip because its not worth getting yelled at for trying to give them business. Why have a restaurant??

This is a cornerstone of the Shelter Island community and I have eaten here since I was in grade school on the island. It is a mix of the best seafood the area has to offer as well as some great soul food mixed in. It has a very homey setting and is not pretentious like many restaurants in the area. This is a must visit for anyone vacationing on the island, the residents already know this!

Commander Cody’s Fish Market is a mainstay on Shelter Island. Owners Jimmy Hayward and his daughter Amanda, serve the best fried chicken and assortment of smoked fish that people come from far and wide to enjoy. Recently I stopped in and got containers of prepared food from their fridge: potato salad cole slaw, ribs (to warm up at home) and smoked bluefish, and it was absolutely delicious. The smoked ribs are to die for, by the way. With family-run restaurants with a personal touch becoming such a rarity in this area, we are fortunate to have Commander Cody’s here on our little island. During peak times in the summer, the parking can get a little tight so parking on the street is a good idea. Following a Hamptons magazine review, Commander Cody’s got “discovered” and during the summer it is often best to order hot food in advance. As is often the case for the best, there might be a wait, but the outcome is worth it.