From the day drinker to the happy hour regulars to the ones who stay out late, Long Island’s got it all for the 21-plus crowd. So here’s to our favorite bars on Long Island — the ones you’ll remember even after that big iced tea pitcher.
A staycation staple under the guise of a Miamian getaway, RHUM is the go-to spot for tourists and locals alike to enjoy island-inspired dinner and drinks on a beautiful patio, private party space, or decadent rooftop bar.
This rum bar boasts the best of punches and cocktails Long Island has to offer, and still remains the only rooftop spot in Patchogue. RHUM hosts day parties, DJs, and tacos-and-trivia events to keep every night at the bar fresh and lively. Come for a weekend brunch or treat yourself to a girls’ night out — soon enough you’ll forget you’re still on Long Island.
A beautiful, coastal beach classic on an iconic Montauk pierpoint, Duryea’s sits above destination Fort Pond Bay offering all from a luxury wine list to brag-worthy, sky-high towers of raw bar.
A trip to Duryea’s is easy by land or by sea, perfectly accessible by a quick local boat ride. Every sip is better oceanside, and Duryea’s is its own island with a widely spacious deck surrounded entirely by water. This bar is completely smothered in class, and a sought-after reservation for any Islander.
Pindar is at the forefront of scenic wine tasting: a classic vineyard in the all-encompassing plains of Peconic, reminiscent of those back in the old Italian countryside. Pindar specializes in guilt-free decadence, crafting the most impactful wines with the least impact on the environment.
A green, wind-powered winery, this family enterprise strives for positivity and giving back. Pindar keeps its roots in history, while always looking to the future. This gorgeous spot is a refreshing take on the iconic wineries of its day, elevating its ages-old recipes to the adaptable capabilities of the incoming generations.
This bar is a hollow, wooded escape, with crafty cocktails to be enjoyed by the light of ceiling-bound chandeliers and aesthetically local lanterns. Crow’s Nest is the ideal coastal spot at the very end of the Island in Montauk.
Creative drinks, decadent shareables, and fresh seafood are enough, but a big draw for Crow’s Nest is its atmosphere. Beachside wines bring a warm seasonal flare to even the coldest winter months, when this bar acts as a winter lodge despite Montauk’s inherently summery feel. Crow’s Nest can be a destination all-year-round, creating a family favorite for the locals and a postable spot for the visitors.
There’s a plain and simple reason Spiro’s Lounge has been voted Long Island’s best seven years in a row: hospitality. Nestled in the quaintness of Rocky Point, Spiro’s is known for its craft, seasonal, and creative cocktails all infused with tons of liquor and passion.
Treats like the “nutz about coffee martini” or the “burnt pumpkin” shine on a menu otherwise dressed with bar favorites like sangria and margaritas. Spiro’s is known for its comfort selection, and it’s happy to be next on your list for a night out.
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