Bacari Social, a new waterfront eatery, is considered by its growing list of regular patrons as a bit of a hidden treasure at Safe Harbor Pilots Point Marina. Tucked along the dock, patrons are advised to call when they arrive to pass through the private marina’s electronic gate, driving by an 80-foot sailing yacht on dry land, to reach the restaurant.

In the parking lot, it’s hard to miss the view. Sleek sailing vessels and fishing boats with flying bridges sparkle in the sun and bob on the Patchogue River. Halyards chime in a light breeze. “You drive five miles down the road, but you’re on vacation 100 miles away,” said Jake Mastrioianni, who co-manages the bistro.