April 12, 2026
Long Island's seasonal beach bars, waterfront restaurants, and outdoor venues start reopening as early as late April 2026 — with most South Shore spots flipping the switch on Memorial Day weekend, Friday, May 22. East End locations like Dockers Waterside in East Quogue open April 24, while Fire Island institutions including Flynn's and Dive in Kismet target early May. Here's the full rundown, organized by region.
Nicky's Clam Bar at the Fire Island Ferries terminal in Bay Shore opened March 1. Little Fish at Kenny's Beach in Southold started its fourth season on April 3. Flo's Luncheonette in Blue Point opened April 11.
Crescent Beach in Glen Cove is also back in action for 2026. Here's what swimmers need to know before heading down there this spring.
Salt Shack Seaside Grill at Cedar Beach in Babylon opens Friday, May 1.
Nicky's on the Bay in Bay Shore opens Friday, May 1 at 4 PM.
Dublin Deck on the Patchogue River opens Friday, May 1.
Lily's Seaside at East Moriches targets Memorial Day weekend, May 22.
Kingston's Clam Bar in West Sayville opens late April to early May.
Dive in Kismet starts its sixth season Saturday, May 2.
The Casino Cafe & Bar in Davis Park kicks off early May.
Sand Castle on the Ocean in Cherry Grove opens May 8–10.
Flynn's Fire Island in Ocean Bay Park targets Memorial Day weekend, May 22.
Dockers Waterside in East Quogue opens Friday, April 24.
Amalfi Coastal Kitchen in Hampton Bays opens April 23.
Clam Bar at Napeague in Amagansett opened April 17 for its 45th season.
The Boat Yard Waterfront Bar & Grill at Tobay Beach opens Friday, May 15.
Cooper Bluff in Oyster Bay circles May 1 as its opening date.
