East End restaurant openings: 19 new spots

It looks like 2012 is shaping up as the summer of pulled pork, bockbeer and Greek-style whole grilled fish. With three beer-focused eateries, two barbecue spots and two Greek restaurants joining in, the East End restaurant scene is looking like a robust one. As in years past, there's also a fresh infusion of New American and Italian restaurants on an arrivals list now numbering 19.

And there's more to come. Top Chef judge Tom Colicchio is the force behind the Topping Rose House, a hotel and restaurant still under construction in Bridgehampton. A project to keep an eye on.

Of course, every season brings with it departures. This year's include Oasis and Pomme Cafe East in Sag Harbor; Copa in Bridgehampton; Turtle Crossing, Philippe, The Boathouse and Beachhouse in East Hampton; Indian Cove in Hampton Bays; Nello Summertimes in Southampton; The Grill at Pantigo in East Hampton; Exile on Main in Amagansett, and Farmhouse and Vine Wine Bar, both in Greenport.

Yet there will be a comeback for Nobu at Capri, the Southampton pop-up version of Manhattan's iconic Japanese-Peruvian spot. The summer crowd does need its tiradito.

Here's what's open or about to: