Surf’s up in Port Jefferson — Bay Shore’s Ditch has expanded east, opening a new location of the beach-themed eatery in the waterside village.

Co-owners Tracy Smith and Alex Anderson opened the first Ditch in Bay Shore in 2023, its concept inspired by Ditch Plains Beach in Montauk where Smith spent his summers growing up.

"It was a core memory for me," Smith said.

The new space, formerly Spy Coast, has seating for 35 guests, including the bar. Coastal ambience comes into the decor through white oak shelving, reclaimed wood picture frames and a surfing-themed collage wall.

"Port Jeff being coastal made all the sense in the world," Smith said, of the decision to expand to a second location.

Like in Bay Shore, the menu includes popular fried yucca poppers ($18.90) with guacamole; tacos f

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